Our pick
Castle by the Shore
Ocho Rios, JM
★ 4-star9.3/1051 reviews
0.12 km (0.07 mi) from original
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Deluxe SandCastles Condos vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Cleanliness
9.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.6The service was outstanding, as recommended for the restaurant on property.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
Ocho Rios, JM
★ 3-star8/1072 reviews
0.05 km (0.03 mi) from original
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
Ocho Rios, JM
★ 3-star8.1/1042 reviews
0.04 km (0.02 mi) from original
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Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Rooms
Castle by the Shore9.1
Deluxe SandCastles Condos7.4
Cleanliness
Castle by the Shore9.2
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles6.0
Location
Deluxe SandCastles Condos10.0
Beach One Bedroom Suite A208.3
Service
Castle by the Shore9.6
Beach One Bedroom Suite A208.3
Food & Breakfast
Castle by the Shore9.7
Deluxe SandCastles Condos6.0
Amenities & Facilities
Castle by the Shore9.2
Deluxe SandCastles Condos7.5
Value
Castle by the Shore9.1
Deluxe SandCastles Condos6.4
Deluxe SandCastles Condos amenity advantages
Fitness centerSpa/wellness centerWheelchair accessible
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20 amenity advantages
Luggage storage
Castle by the Shore amenity advantages
24-hour front desk
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
7.9/10Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
8/10Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.1/10Castle by the Shore
9.3/10Rooms
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
7.4Rooms do not reflect advertised luxury and are in need of updating.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
8.0Generally comfortable with everything needed, some minor issues noted.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.3Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Castle by the Shore
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Cleanliness
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
7.5The property needs major TLC and repairs with broken items noted.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
6.0Numerous complaints about the place being dirty with dust, impacting guests' health.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
7.3Didn’t have access to house keeping or any additional sheets or bedding.
Castle by the Shore
9.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
10.0Wonderful view from apartment A29 and a convenient setting.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
9.0Great location with free beach access and close to local attractions.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.3Beautiful location.
Castle by the Shore
9.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
9.4The manager was described as very helpful and accommodating.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
9.0Most guests felt that issues raised were addressed promptly.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.3Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Castle by the Shore
9.6The service was outstanding, as recommended for the restaurant on property.
Sleep & Noise
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
—Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
—Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
—Castle by the Shore
—Food & Breakfast
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
6.0Breakfast pricing for simple items was criticized as ridiculous.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
8.0No specific mentions regarding food and beverage quality.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.3Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Castle by the Shore
9.7The food and service was outstanding, especially at the restaurant on property.
Amenities & Facilities
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
7.5Internet is poor with frequent cuts and TV issues reported.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
7.5Friendly staff, but a lack of kitchen utensils was noted.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.3Good facilities.
Castle by the Shore
9.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
6.4Restaurant prices are considered overpriced and not reflective of quality.
Modern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
8.5Affordable options make it a good deal for the location.
Beach One Bedroom Suite A20
8.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Castle by the Shore
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Landmarks
Deluxe SandCastles Condos
Turtle River ParkModern Penthouse @ Sandcastles
Turtle River ParkBeach One Bedroom Suite A20
Turtle River ParkCastle by the Shore
Turtle River Park