Sand Castles, Main Street, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
#107 of 133 vacation rentals in Ocho Rios
Guests' ChoiceBased on 66 apartment reviews
6.8Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.9
Location
8.3
Facilities
6.7
Staff
7.3
Value for money
6.9
Free Wifi
7.5
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Reviewed: August 27, 2024
Shannalee
JamaicaI had a good time, the studio was clean and smells amazing also very quiet.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2024
Veronica
JamaicaBoth the water and electric had cut for periods of time. Unable to shower for hours after leaving the beech. The bathroom requires upgrading, felt as though stepping into the toilet when getting out the shower.
Location is excellent
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 2, 2024
Najala
Cayman IslandsMaybe a chair on the porch.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: February 16, 2024
Lawrence
United States of AmericaThey didn't have no hot water for the period of time. I didn't get a great shower due to the inconvenience
It was nice location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: September 8, 2023
Omar
JamaicaRoom had a leaking toilet that left the bathroom floor wet. We had to use towels slow the spread, loose baseboard and was not cleaned well before we arrived. Leaky ceiling in the bathroom and mold build up as well. . Sponge for dishwashing was used. Restroom in the public area.
Staff were friendly, quick access to beach, food and shops. Beds were comfortable, room was cozy and a great fit for my family.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 28, 2023
Eneth
Jamaica* the toilet was leaking. *the ground molding loose its an hazard.
Breakfast wasn't included in my stay. However the kitchen was okay.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 10, 2023
Terell
United Kingdomthe room wasn't as clean as It should be. I had to wash the dishes and wipe down shelfs and surface area. There wasn't any broom or dustpan to sweep up in the rooms either.
Location was spot on, the beach was lovely. and easy access to the local stores and supermarket. The beds were comfortable and Im glad the a/c, wifi and television worked without any fuss.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 12, 2023
Shantaul
JamaicaThe walking distance to some of the buildings was far. The stairs is a hinderance for family member (older) guests.
The location is good and access to the facility was very easy and it felt safe. Loved that it had restaurants there so we were able to order food on the compound.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 5, 2023
Romancha
United KingdomThe bedroom needs updating, old very worn furniture. And stained bedding. The room was not cleaned just tidy. Hygiene is very poor. We had to clean everything.
Would have been nice if breakfast was optional, most meal cooked by myself.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: March 27, 2023
Deborah
United Kingdomit is tatty in parts as the woodwork around the bathroom ceiling and skirting boards are falling off and we’re coming away which may have caused the tiny insects to be noticeable . but I always buy Baygone. the oven not clean and the bathroom door is decaying.
location, security, proximity to the beach and places to eat. cute property just needs a bit of TLC especially the windows
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 18, 2023
Gianie
JamaicaThe ac didn't work
The shower
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 11, 2023
Dolores
CanadaTv problems....needed new batteries for the remote. Poor quality of kitchen dishes, glasses, pots and pans that need to be upgraded. Paid for 3 people to enjoy the room..Only 2 decent plates, one glass for juice, NO toaster provided and NO hairdryer . Called maintenance as toliet/shower leaking. We had a soggy bathroom for 2 days!!!
Loved the color and decor but lamp shades are badly soiled and stained ruining the look. Location, Location,Location !
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 12, 2023
Chatiticha
NetherlandsThere were sex channels on the tv. This is a family resort and I was suprised that there were sex channels
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 12, 2023
Coppin
Canadanothing major other than some really uncomfortable spring mattresses.
Was really comfortable and simple. access to the beach close by and hit water and good internet.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 6, 2023
Athlene
United States of AmericaPaper towel, salt and pepper shaker
None
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: January 23, 2023
Susanne
Canadastaff are friendly, food is very good and is walking distance to all amenities- pool is nice and property is well kept
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: December 12, 2022
Dunkley
Jamaicathere were cracks on the bathroom wall beside the mirror, I’m talking big cracks lifting off the wall. that’s not okay with me. the closet had an old dirty broom laying around in it and it smells moldy in there. The ironing board was all so dirty and they did not give me a code for the safe so I could not store my valuables in a safe area for thieves to not take them. I recommend having a network free television that’s able to connect to the Wi-Fi so I can watch Netflix and other entertainment platforms. the cable channel chips out for a while, and then chips and back.
the beds are soft and squishy, not too much it’s just right. took me a while to figure out the air conditioning but it worked, we had a cool room all day and night. There is hot water and towels, we even got extra towels in the closet. pots and pans and kitchen cutlery/ utensils are at our advantage, microwave and a whole lot. it’s a pretty good set up. very comfy and quite.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: April 6, 2022
Naivasha
United KingdomThe housekeeping process isn't too customer friendly. You have to call the housekeeper to come and clean the room and if you don't call then they don't come. I think there needs to be a better system of managing housekeeping. it's a hot country; the towels and sheets will need to be changed at least every two days so I think this should be a little bit more straightforward for guests.
Great location, beautiful grounds and really in the heart of town. I love that it's not in tourist central and that locals come and eat at the restaurant and chill by the pool. The staff at the restaurant were really friendly and it was great that they served authentic Jamaican food. One thing I love about Jamaica is the liveliness and that you're never too far away from music. When booking, I saw a few people complain about the music by the pool area in the evenings but I loved that there was a DJ playing music every night and the music was great to fall asleep to.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: November 24, 2021
Avereta
United States of Americathe beach access, I enjoy a early morning swim however the beach was not available until 8:30
it’s clean and comfortable
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Walcott
United KingdomThe mosquito
Home from home feeling
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: February 16, 2024
Huie
JamaicaBathroom shower outlet clogged on the morning of the 15th
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 9, 2024
Maritta
United States of AmericaThe room had roaches a lot, bathroom wall falling apart
Convenient to round town
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 17, 2023
Tee
Jamaicathere was roaches in the room and also used towels when we arrived. The tv wasn’t working until the last day
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
Tanya
CanadaBlack mold in bathroom and air conditioning unit which had never been cleaned and caked with dust. No glass in windows. Louvers which open to outside. Little security. Stained lamp shades. Dirty curtains. No sound barrier to the outside. Shower which didn't drain well. Tropical where bugs are expected but didn't like them indoors...
Location, location, location. The people. The country. Full kitchen.
Stayed in October 2023
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