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Sand And Tan Beach Hotel

4.0 star property
On a private white sand beach, near White River Reggae Park

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Beach/ocean view
Reception
Beach bar
Terrace/patio
Premium Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Sand And Tan Beach Hotel, near White River Reggae Park, offers a private beach and bar. Start your day with a full breakfast, then choose between sunbathing on the terrace, snorkeling, or kayaking. Enjoy delicious meals at multiple restaurants with ocean views.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
Beach/ocean view

On the beach

This hotel is located on the waterfront and has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the white sand beach. Beachfront dining offers a charming setting for a memorable meal at the restaurant. Unwind and sip on a chilled cocktail at the beach bar. Some on-site activities to enjoy during your trip include snorkeling, paddleboarding, and boat tours. Popular nearby activities to consider include water tubing and fishing.

Beach
Restaurant
What guests liked about the beach

The beach is a major highlight, with many guests praising its cleanliness, beauty, and proximity to the property.

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ocho Rios, Sand And Tan Beach Hotel is on a private beach. Ocho Rios Fort is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White River Reggae Park and Mahogany Beach. Turtle Beach and Mystic Mountain are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Water tubing, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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old road 5, Ocho Rios, st ann, 00000

What's nearby

  • White River Reggae Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mahogany Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Turtle Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Mystic Mountain - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Dunn's River Falls - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mother`s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Linda's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miss T's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soy Sushi Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Rabbit Hole - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sand And Tan Beach Hotel

Upscale hotel near White River Reggae Park
Located close to Mahogany Beach and Turtle Beach, Sand And Tan Beach Hotel provides free full breakfast, a beach bar, and a terrace. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner along with Greek cuisine and ocean views at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like snorkeling, boat tours, and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture, local meal delivery service, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sand And Tan Beach Hotel have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Sand And Tan Beach Hotel are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Little Santorini
  • Spicy Coconut

Things to do

  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On a private beach
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Sand And Tan Hotel Ocho Rios
Sand And Tan Beach Hotel Hotel
Sand And Tan Beach Hotel Ocho Rios
Luxury Apartments Rooms The Lagoons
Sand And Tan Beach Hotel Hotel Ocho Rios

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand And Tan Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sand And Tan Beach Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sand And Tan Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Sand And Tan Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sand And Tan Beach Hotel?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Sand And Tan Beach Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocho Rios hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of White River Reggae Park, Mahogany Beach, and Turtle Beach. Ocho Rios Fort and Mystic Mountain are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sand And Tan Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 241 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the clean, quiet and comfortable property i would go again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach side of the property is awesome
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kacheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best location right on the water great food nice vibes great people
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSALEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food at the restaurant was good. Bed is comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Notoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are truly gems
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Herbie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth listing on travel sites. No parking, dirty run down property on an unsafe partially closed road.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashanti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denmarie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT COME HERE ITS AWFUL THE PICTURES LIEDDDD I WISH I COULD GET MY MONEY BACK THIS IS BAD DO NOT COME HERE the only good thing is the beach that’s it…. it smelled like disinfectant and the bathroom still had pee in it the Wi-Fi was barely working it was just ghetto and honestly wasn’t even worth the money…the other reviews lied save ur money and go somewhere else
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deshawn

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked that my room was close by the ocean, hearing the ocean waves and roaring was all I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that this hotel is directly on the beach; can hear waves crashing at night from the room with a balcony and huge glass doors facing the ocean. Sunset and sunrise views make it incredibly unique and special; VIP lounge in a beach tree! And beach bar with so much vibes there is no need to go anywhere else for fun times. White river is literally steps away and the local fish pot restaurant is awesome. Very safe place! DJ and local restaurant hosting on Saturdays and Sundays. Staff Sarah, Steve, Ingrid, Campbell, all of them are so great! And the breakfast included is unmatched anywhere in the vicinity. There is also lunch and dinner options better than most restaurants you can find. The local vibe and local people cannot be any better anywhere on the island. I will most definitely stay here over and over again! -Sheldon Webb
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Amenities
great staff and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yonea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach, room and music vibes was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

rashaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had wonderful time here
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was easy to find , The lady's at front were very nice. The beach side of property is wonderful , the included breakfast was great. The entrance to hotel at the back is a little off putting. I was very concerned at first , but other than that the rooms are nice , the property is great. Clean No complaints .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Giovette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, staff along with the ground keeper Prince to see his happy face daily was a blessing, along with waking up to the ocean with a coffee in hand.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was absolutely amazing from the front desk to a delicious Jamaican breakfast to my wonderful girl michell and Ingrid at the bar to my wonderful housekeeper Janice absolutely loved
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Destiny

Liked: Amenities
Property needs better maintenance . But location /beach is amazing. Breakfast is a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the food was fabulous! The staff including Deyan, Romi and Sarah were very accommodating and friendly. Beach entry is a little rough but they have plenty of loungers on the dock for sunning. I would visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere was nice and quiet the room was clean the staff was great i would definately visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Literally sand and Tan

Fantastic little hotel with friendly, happy hosts and staff. Approachable at all times. We have booked already for next year and can’t wait to return. Sand and Tan describes the hotel, literally.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilse A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a small hotel run almost like a family operation. Everybody had a smile on their face and made every effort to make our stay wonderful. You could hear the waves crashing on the beach through out the day and night, hotel is like 10m from the beach. Breakfast was made from scratch every morning, wonderful. Dinner choices in the evening were also delicious. I give our stay a 10 , exceeded expectations
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All rooms have a beautiful ocean view, the hotel provides access to paddle boards, the complimentary breakfasts were amazing, and the beach was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mario, the owner, is great. Threw me a little birthday party which was very loving while I was going through a hard time. The ocean lulls you to sleep. The pier is wonderful to lay on while listening to the waves. It’s also deep enough to jump off of and feel like a kid again. The river is walking distance on the beach and it is very family friendly. The food is top notch. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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