Ocho Ríos is Spanish for "Eight Rivers". The town is found on the northern coast of Jamaica, in the parish of Saint Ann. Ocho Rios has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jamaica; well known for its scuba diving and beautiful natural attractions.
Ocho Rios began as a fishing village. Since the destination became a famous stop for cruise ships in the Caribbean, Ocho Rios villas have become one of the best values for a Caribbean vacation!
Ocho Ríos is also home to Jamaica's most famous natural attraction, Dunn's River Falls. This is a popular waterfall falls approximately 700 feet into the sea. Many guests of Ocho Rios villas take the opportunity to climb the falls.
Many of the best resorts in Jamaica are located near Ocho Ríos. Ocho Ríos has gained substantially in popularity among vacationers in recent years as the north coast highway has improved dramatically from the airport at Montego Bay. The drive to Ocho Ríos villas takes about an hour and forty five minutes. Ocho Rios also boasts a lively nightclub scene at Margaritaville.