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Hotel Riu Reggae

Rose Hall, Jamaica

4.2(3,542 reviews)

Adults OnlyRiu

Hotel Riu Reggae is built for people who want energy, music and a full social calendar in an adults-only all-inclusive right on the edge of Montego Bay. It sits on Mahoe Bay, 2.7 km from the airport, and draws couples, friend groups and solo travelers who want to hit the pool within the hour, skip the family-resort scene and end most nights at a show or party. RIU brought its Jamaica hotels back after Hurricane Melissa repairs in late 2025, and the resort is operating normally as of October 2026.

Traveler Insights

Pros

+Three infinity pools facing Mahoe Bay, led by a 470-square-metre main pool with a swim-up bar that acts as the resort's social hub
+Full access to Splash Water World at the neighboring Hotel Riu Montego Bay is included, so you get water slides without sharing your own pool deck with kids
+Just 2.7 km from Sangster International, under 10 minutes by car, which is about the easiest arrival in Montego Bay
+Six places to eat: the Ackee buffet, Dolce Vita (Italian), Bamboo (Asian), a poolside steakhouse, Kulinarium (gourmet) and Pepe's jerk station for authentic Jamaican flavors
+Strictly 18+, with nightly shows, live music and themed parties (white and neon nights are guest favorites) that keep the energy up without a family crowd
+Liquor dispensers in every room plus a 24-hour lobby bar mean a nightcap never needs a wait
+Free Wi-Fi in rooms and common areas, free parking, gym access, non-motorized water sports and the Renova Spa's steam bath and whirlpool are all in the rate

Cons

−The beach is small for 454 rooms, and loungers fill up fast unless you claim one early
−Nightlife is next door, not on site: the RIU Party runs once a week at Hotel Riu Montego Bay, and the Pacha disco is there too, so check at the front desk which neighboring venues your stay covers
−Loud pool entertainment and party nights make it a poor fit for anyone after a quiet, restful retreat
−Bar service can feel rushed or indifferent at peak hours, with guests reporting big swings between individual staff
−Drinks are national and international brands rather than top shelf, which disappoints travelers expecting premium pours
−Some rooms show their age, with occasional plumbing quirks and finishes less polished than the marketing photos

Food is better than average for a mid-range Jamaican all-inclusive. The Ackee buffet handles breakfast and casual meals, and dinner rotates through Dolce Vita, Bamboo, the poolside steakhouse and Kulinarium, with Pepe's jerk station for something local; evening à la carte dining asks for resort elegant dress, which means long trousers and sleeved shirts for men. Four bars, including a 24-hour lobby bar, plus in-room liquor dispensers round out the drinks. The three infinity pools are where the daytime action happens, the main one with a swim-up bar, while the beach is pleasant but fills up. Staff reviews are mixed: plenty of guests name favorite bartenders and entertainers, others hit indifferent service at busy bars.

Riu Reggae sits in a sweet spot on price versus experience compared with the Riu Palace Jamaica next door, which is pitched more at gastronomy and polish. It suits travelers in their 20s to 40s who want a lively scene, with the weekly RIU Party and Splash Water World at Riu Montego Bay next door adding to what is on site. Against Sandals Montego Bay, expect less romantic polish but more spontaneity and a noticeably lower bill. The Hip Strip, Doctor's Cave Beach, Rose Hall Great House, Martha Brae rafting and catamaran cruises are all easy trips, and Dunn's River Falls makes a full day out.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Riu Reggae truly adults-only?

Yes. Riu Reggae is an Adults Only by RIU resort and admits guests 18 and older only, across the pools, restaurants and rooms. Guests book it specifically to avoid the family atmosphere common at Montego Bay's bigger all-inclusives.

How is the beach at Riu Reggae?

It is a clean stretch of white sand on Mahoe Bay with calm water, loungers and umbrellas, but it is on the small side for a 454-room hotel and fills quickly. Serious beach loungers should head down early. Most of the daytime action is at the infinity pools anyway, so the beach rarely becomes a dealbreaker.

Is there a nightclub at Riu Reggae?

Not on site. Riu Reggae runs nightly shows, live music and themed evenings itself, but the Pacha disco and the signature RIU Party are at the neighboring Hotel Riu Montego Bay, with the RIU Party held once a week. The resort says inter-hotel access covers specific facilities and asks guests to confirm the current arrangements at the front desk.

Can Riu Reggae guests use the water park?

Yes. Full access to Splash Water World at the neighboring Hotel Riu Montego Bay is included in the all-inclusive. It makes an easy half-day change of scene from your own pool.

How does Riu Reggae compare to Sandals Montego Bay?

Sandals Montego Bay is more polished and romance-focused, with butler service in its top suites and a quieter overall feel. Riu Reggae is louder, more social and significantly cheaper. Couples who want guaranteed calm tend to prefer Sandals; those who want a high-energy vacation at a better price tend to prefer Riu Reggae.

Are excursions easy to book from Riu Reggae?

Yes. Tours are run with local guides and businesses and cover the usual Montego Bay highlights: Martha Brae rafting, catamaran cruises, Dunn's River Falls, Rose Hall Great House and horse riding about 2 km away, with golf around 10 km from the hotel. Booking with independent local operators can be cheaper, though hotel-arranged trips are simpler logistically.

Restaurants (6)

Type	Restaurants
Buffet	Ackee
Italian	Dolce Vita
Asian	Bamboo
Steakhouse	Pool Restaurant
Caribbean & local	Parrillada Jerk
International & fusion	Kulinarium

From the resort's own dining pages. Only restaurants the resort lists are shown. All are covered by the all-inclusive rate, per the resort.

What's nearby

Doctor's Cave Beach
8 min drive · 3.8 mi
Martha Brae rafting
40 min drive · 19 mi
Sam Sharpe Square
9 min drive · 4.6 mi
Montego Bay Cultural Centre
9 min drive · 4.6 mi
Rose Hall Great House
11 min drive · 5.1 mi
Montego Bay Yacht Club
20 min drive · 7.5 mi

More things to do (23)

Columbus Park (Discovery Bay) · museum60 min drive · 35 mi
Hip Strip (Gloucester Avenue) · town9 min drive · 4.4 mi
Dolphin Cove (Lucea) · adventure park40 min drive · 23 mi
Hampden Estate rum tour · historic site35 min drive · 20 mi
Half Moon Golf Course · golf8 min drive · 3.6 mi
Catamaran snorkel cruise from Montego Bay · excursion8 min drive · 3.8 mi
Harmony Beach Park · beach8 min drive · 4.4 mi
Dead End Beach · beach9 min drive · 3.9 mi
Walter Fletcher Beach · beach9 min drive · 4.7 mi
Cinnamon Hill Golf Course · golf12 min drive · 5.3 mi
Bellefield Great House · historic site20 min drive · 8.1 mi
Ahhh...Ras Natango Gallery & Garden · nature25 min drive · 11 mi
Rocklands Bird Sanctuary · wildlife25 min drive · 11 mi
Falmouth · town35 min drive · 16 mi
Falmouth Historic District (Water Square) · historic site35 min drive · 17 mi
Luminous Lagoon night boat tour · excursion35 min drive · 18 mi
Falmouth Cruise Port · marina35 min drive · 17 mi
Burwood Beach · beach40 min drive · 20 mi
Lucea · town50 min drive · 27 mi
Fort Charlotte (Lucea) · historic site50 min drive · 28 mi
Good Hope Great House · historic site50 min drive · 21 mi
Hanover Museum · museum50 min drive · 28 mi
Rio Bueno · town55 min drive · 31 mi

Amenities

Windsurfing

Nightclub

Swim-Up Bar

Snorkeling

Free Wi-Fi

Nightly Entertainment

Buffet Dining

Spa

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Gym

Beach

Style & Rooms

Room upgrades

Plunge Pool Rooms

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Google Reviews★ 4.2 · 3,542 reviews

Zoe M.

a week ago

“We stayed in an ocean view room. Whilst the rooms maybe a little dated, they are big, very clean, all the amenities you need. House keepers were fabulous everyday and work very hard. The staff are brilliant at giving customer service with the Jamaica...”

Veronica B.

a week ago

“Fabulous stay, staff are wonderful, helpful, friendly snd very responsive. Entertainment every night and very good. Hotel was very clean. Food was best we’ve had at any other resort in Jamaica. Kudos on getting up and running so quickly following hu...”

leanne p.

4 weeks ago

“We came as a family of 5 landing on Christmas Day, walking down to the beach listening to reggae music with a rum punch in hand is a way to start the holiday. Lots of choices for food and with food allergies I never struggled to find something to eat...”