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Starfish Ocho Rios Resort: Traveler Reviews

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Average price*: $126 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.0 based on 12 reviews 12 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 39 hotels in Ocho Rios
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  • Hotel class: 2 of 5
  • Rooms: 95
Description: Charming beachfront retreat five miles from Dunn's River Falls and Dolphin Cove- Comfortably furnished guestrooms with ocean view. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Turtle Beach
(Formerly "Club Jamaica Beach Resort")
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

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Reviews of Starfish Ocho Rios Resort

( 9-12 of 12 )
“Starfish was FUN”

Starfish Ocho Rios Resort

4 of 5 stars
South Dakota
Apr 29, 2004
9/10 found this review helpful

Let me first start with that I am a travel agent and I was a bit apprehensive about staying at this resort because of the rating. I was pleased with what I arrived to. The resort is beautiful, the people are friendly and the food was good. I will say that the rooms are in need of some attention. We had a great view of the ocean and the pool area, however the rooms were small and in need of some updating. We spent very little time in it so it was not a problem. I have to say the people is what made this trip so awesome. The staff and the guest were so friendly. I have to give credit to Soupy and Ritchie who were part of the watersport team they were awesome. The bartenders were always cheerful and fun. If you stay at the resort look for Garth, Dave and Marlon in the lobby bar they were a riot.
This is a great family resort with plenty of things to do. It is not in a location that allows you to go explore a town or walk. You do need to set up tours for this or hire a taxi. We hired a taxi and spent the day in Mobay and Negril I strongly encourage this. We loved Margaritaville and Ricks cafe.
The only diappointment was the disco, no one used it. We wanted to dance several nights only to find it empty.
We travel to a new destination every year, however this time I will and I am going back to Jamaica in September. This trip made me realize once a year is not enough every six months is necessary.

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“The best!”

Starfish Ocho Rios Resort

Apr 5, 2004
4/7 found this review helpful

Please let people know that this resort has been closed since late 2000 - early 2001. My daughter and I spent our first visit to Jamaica at this small resort. It was the best! It was small, and friendly, and cozy, and full of Jamaican charm!

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“Do Not Go To The Starfish”

Starfish Ocho Rios Resort

Jun 8, 2003
15/24 found this review helpful

My friends and I have just returned from the Starfish Trelawny and we STRONGLY encourage you to not book your vacation at this resort. The staff was very rude and would walk away when speaking to them. We switched rooms 4 times because the balcony door on the first floor did not shut, the beds were wet, air conditioning did not function and made a horrid noise. We finally were switched and were stuck with a bathroom door with a doorknob because it sat on the counter all week. We did not receive a free mini-bar among many other features. The tour desk made it a production to book a tour and lied to us when trying to book a tour. The free buffet was less than cafeteria quality, so be prepared to spend money on the restaurants. However the waitstaff was very helpful and courteous while the grounds were neatly groomed with a beautiful view. Had a nice time because of my company, not the resort.

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“Au delà de mes attentes !”

Starfish Ocho Rios Resort

5 of 5 stars
Montreal, Canada
Apr 19, 2008

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Tout !
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Marie-Soozie's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Traveled with: Collègues de travail
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 19, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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Turtle Beach | (Formerly "Club Jamaica Beach Resort"), Ocho Rios, Jamaica