Hotel Riu Ocho Rios destination wedding specialists at 10kWedding.
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios sits on a beachfront property in Mammee Bay, ten kilometers west of Ocho Rios town. The resort spreads across 30,000 square meters of gardens — four buildings, five pools, a full water park, and a stretch of private beach. Everything a wedding week calls for is on property and included in the stay.
For a Hotel Riu Ocho Rios destination wedding, the property offers two distinct outdoor gazebo venues — one directly on the beach, one at the lagoon — each accommodating up to 30 guests under an intimate ceremony setup. The RIU Wedding Collections range from a complimentary Free package through the full-scale Indulgence, with six tiers available to match any group size and vision.
10kWedding works with the RIU team directly. We negotiate and manage your room block, build a custom wedding website for your guests, handle individual room billing, and keep the group organized so you can concentrate on the week itself. Our service is always free to couples.
Two beachfront gazebo settings for intimate ceremonies — click any photo to view the full gallery for each venue.
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| Ceremony | 30 |
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| Ceremony | 30 |
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Take a video tour of Hotel Riu Ocho Rios’s wedding venues before you visit.
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| Venue | Ceremony | Cocktail | Reception | Venue Fee |
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| Beach Gazebo | 30 | — | — | Included |
| Lagoon Gazebo | 30 | — | — | Included |
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios is located in Mammee Bay on Jamaica’s north coast — 10 kilometers west of Ocho Rios town and 90 kilometers from Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay. The transfer runs approximately 90 minutes along the north coast road.
The primary gateway for most U.S. and Canadian guests flying to Jamaica. Nonstop flights from many major hubs make this a straightforward arrival.
Ocho Rios town offers duty-free shopping, local restaurants, and the main cruise pier. A natural half-day outing for guests who want to explore beyond the resort.
Jamaica’s most visited natural landmark — tiered waterfall cascades guests can climb in groups. A standout wedding-week excursion that works for all fitness levels.
The nearest town with pharmacies, local markets, and services — useful for guests with day-to-day needs beyond the resort’s amenities.
Ocho Rios is one of Jamaica’s most established resort areas, and the north coast road that connects it to Montego Bay makes for a straightforward journey from the airport. The property sits directly on the beach at Mammee Bay, a quieter stretch than the busier Ocho Rios strip — guests get the scenery without the cruise-ship crowds.
The surrounding area rewards curious guests. Dunn’s River Falls is one of Jamaica’s signature experiences and accessible without a full-day commitment. The Blue Mountains rise visibly to the south. For guests who want to stay on property, 30,000 square meters of tropical gardens, five pools, the Splash Water World waterpark, and round-the-clock all-inclusive dining and bars give them everything they need. Wedding groups with mixed travel personalities — those who want excursions and those who want to plant at the pool — both get what they came for.
Everything covered under 24-hour all-inclusive — no wristband upgrades, no extra charges at the bar, no separate pool passes. What you see is what your guests get all week.
St. Ann main buffet with terrace handles breakfast through dinner with themed evenings three times weekly. Kulinarium serves à la carte. Piacenza for Italian, Mandalay for Asian, and a poolside steakhouse round out the specialty options — a Jerk station at Pepe’s Food brings the authentic Jamaica right to the pool deck.
Dunn’s River lobby bar with terrace, Blue Mountain bar, Reggae and Rastafari poolside bars with swim-up access, Seagrape beach bar, and a sports bar — all operating 24 hours under the all-inclusive plan. Local and imported spirits restocked throughout the day.
Three main pools (510, 375, and 123 sq meters), two smaller pools with swim-up bars, and a children’s pool with slides. Splash Water World adds multiple water slides for guests who want more — entry height of 1.20m applies for slide access.
Full-service spa with a beauty salon, hairdresser, massage and body treatment menu, and sauna. Two relaxation pools on site, with gym and sauna access restricted to guests 18 and over. Sports shoes required for gym use. Wedding packages include spa discounts for the couple and their guests.
Stand-up paddleboard, small catamaran, kayaking, and snorkeling equipment all included from the beach. Introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool is part of the all-inclusive plan. Scuba diving and dive school carry an additional fee.
RIU’s entertainment team runs a daily programme for adults, a dedicated schedule for teens through Riu4U (ages 13–17 several times a week), and daily programming for children ages 4–12 in RiuLand. Evening shows and live music run seven nights a week.
Daily indoor playground and structured kids’ programming for ages 4–12, plus a separate Riu4U programme for teenagers. Full family groups attending a wedding week have dedicated activities keeping younger guests entertained through the day and into the evening.
The resort sits within 30,000 square meters of tropical landscaping spread across four buildings — lush gardens between pools and beach that give the property a sense of scale. Free sun loungers, parasols, and towels on the beach and at every pool.
All 901 rooms and suites include air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, liquor dispenser, satellite TV, in-room safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and free WiFi. Every room has a balcony or terrace.
Simply decorated rooms in Caribbean tones offering comfortable space with king or two double beds. The property’s entry-level category — every included amenity, no compromise on the all-inclusive experience.
Connecting rooms ideal for families or groups who want private sleeping spaces while staying connected. Includes coffee maker — a step up in convenience from the standard double.
Caribbean turquoise tones and sea light fill these rooms from the balcony. Available with lateral sea view or direct frontal sea view — the step-up choice for guests who want the ocean outside their window.
Two connecting rooms with side sea views — bright, welcoming spaces well suited to families who want the sea visible from their room and the flexibility of a connecting layout.
Fully equipped accessible room designed for comfort and convenience throughout the stay. Garden view, balcony or terrace, and all standard amenities plus coffee maker.
Spacious two-bedroom family room — the largest floor plan in the standard category at 60 sq m. Designed for families attending a wedding week, with room to spread out and a balcony or terrace for everyone to share.
Garden-facing junior suite with sofa bed — the peaceful option for guests who prefer lush surroundings over sea exposure. A popular room type for couples or guests who want a suite-level experience at a measured price point.
Sea breeze and Caribbean light fill this junior suite from the balcony. Sofa bed included. A strong choice for guests who want the ocean in view from their room without stepping up to the full suite category.
Direct frontal sea views from the private balcony or terrace — the top view tier in the junior suite category. Sofa bed included. A natural fit for the couple, close family, or guests who want the best seat in the room.
Two connecting junior suites overlooking the gardens — the right configuration for families who want suite-level space and the ability to move between rooms. Sofa bed and coffee maker included in each unit.
Two connecting junior suites with sea views — the full combination of ocean exposure, suite-level comfort, and connected family layout. Sofa bed and coffee maker in each room.
Accessible junior suite with garden view and all the facilities needed for a comfortable stay. Sofa bed, coffee maker, balcony or terrace, and full adapted room configuration throughout.
The property’s full suite — 69 sq m with a dedicated dressing room, bathtub and shower, sofa, and side sea view. The natural choice for the couple or immediate family wanting a distinctly elevated room for the wedding week.
Elegant 69 sq m suite with direct sea views, dressing room, bathtub and shower, and sofa. Spacious and bright — the top room category at Hotel Riu Ocho Rios and the right pick for couples wanting the full view for the whole stay.
Simple, spacious rooms designed for a family holiday on the Caribbean coast — all the standard amenities in a layout that works for groups travelling together for a wedding week.
Six dining venues and six bars — all included in the 24-hour all-inclusive plan, no reservations required at most.
The resort’s main restaurant with a terrace — international buffet with themed evenings three times a week and live cooking stations. Handles the full group for all three meals. Casual breakfast, casual elegance for dinner.
À la carte dining in a more intimate setting. The resort’s flagship specialty restaurant, open for dinner. A natural choice for the couple’s private welcome dinner or small-group gatherings.
Italian specialties served buffet-style — pasta, classic Italian mains, and desserts. A crowd-pleasing option for guests who want a relaxed evening away from the main restaurant without straying far.
Pan-Asian cuisine buffet covering the range of flavors guests might expect — a useful alternative for groups with varied tastes over a multi-day wedding week.
À la carte mains with buffet starters and desserts at the pool — easy access for guests who want a bigger meal without leaving the pool area. Operates for lunch and dinner.
Traditional Jamaican jerk station next to the pool. Authentic Jamaican barbecue — one of the most popular stops for guests who want a taste of local food without leaving the resort. Open throughout the day.
Booking your Hotel Riu Ocho Rios destination wedding through 10kWedding is not the same as booking direct or through a general travel agent. We are destination wedding specialists — it’s all we do. We understand how the RIU group booking process works specifically: how room blocks are structured, which wedding collections fit which group sizes, and what the wedding planner at the property needs from you at each stage.
We lock in your room block before guests start searching — protected inventory, the best available group rates, and upgrade eligibility established early. We build your group a dedicated wedding website so guests have a single place for room reservations, travel details, and event schedules. When you need to move quickly on a decision, or something needs to be adjusted during the wedding week, we have direct lines to the right people.
We combine the technology of a modern booking platform with the expertise and personal care of a dedicated travel specialist who has been inside these resorts, met the coordinators, and knows what matters on wedding day.
Our planning services are 100% free to couples.
Simple, transparent room rates. Easy payment terms. That’s the 10kWedding commitment.
GET STARTED TODAY →Hotel Riu Ocho Rios delivers a complete all-inclusive destination wedding experience on Jamaica’s north coast. Six wedding collection tiers, two intimate beachfront ceremony venues, and a resort built to host large groups comfortably — 901 rooms, five pools, and a full water park keep guests of every age well occupied through the week. 10kWedding handles the room block, the guest coordination, and the logistics so you can focus on the wedding itself. Our service is always free to couples.
