Scores at a Glance
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway BayHotel Riu Ocho Rios
Overall
8.3
8.0
Beach
8.6
8.2
Food
8.1
7.4
Service
8.2
7.7
Rooms
8.3
7.2
Luxury
8.2
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Value
—
8.0
Romance
8.6
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Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.3
Overall Score
8.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (31,035)
Google Rating
4.1 (8,706)
From $133
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
Yes
Adults Only
No
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Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
75 min
Airport Transfer
105 min
All Scores
8.6
Beach
8.2
8.1
Food
7.4
8.2
Service
7.7
8.3
Rooms
7.2
8.6
Pools
8.7
8.2
Luxury
—
—
Value
8.0
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Family
8.8
8.6
Romance
—
7.4
Nightlife
8.3
8.4
Quiet
—
8.2
Wellness
—
Vibes
Yes
Romance
—
Yes
Lively
Yes
Yes
Quiet
—
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Golf
—
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
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Kids
Yes
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from MBJ
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios
- 6 pools
- Full-service spa
- 105 min from MBJ
Pros — Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
- Adults-only resort with 24-hour all-inclusive structure.
- Three connected beachfront pools and swim-up bar.
- Broad activity set, including water sports and nearby golf access.
Pros — Hotel Riu Ocho Rios
- Strong family amenities
- Splash Water World
- Beachfront location
- Good all-inclusive value
Cons — Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
- Not a small or intimate resort.
- Some experiences and premium items cost extra.
- Restaurant access can vary by season and occupancy.
Cons — Hotel Riu Ocho Rios
- Room-condition complaints
- Food and drink inconsistency
- Busy resort atmosphere