Columbus Heights Hotel Ocho Rios

This hillside complex affords impressive views out over Ocho Rios and the bay. The resort centre and beach may be reached on foot in around 10 minutes. Ocho Rios, which is centrally located on the north side of the island, makes the ideal base for a truly varied holiday and lies on a beautiful bay with a white sand beach. An array of duty-free shops and the Straw Market, a bargain hunter's dream, are also to be found here. Dunn's River Falls is just 5 minutes drive away and it is around 1 hour to Martha Brae River and the international airport whilst Montego Bay is about 1.5 hours from the hotel by car.The modern complex is popular with both the locals and visitors, providing a fantastic base for a self—catering holiday. A total of 50 accommodation units are on offer on the air-conditioned complex and facilities include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a safe, a currency exchange desk, a newspaper stand and Internet access in addition to a laundry service and car parking for those arriving by car.Alongside air-conditioned bedrooms, the large condos each have a living room, a kitchenette and a balcony. They are simply furnished in light colours. The studios and one and two bedroom apartments feature a full kitchen and modern tropical furnishings. All accommodation units have cable TV and a direct dial telephone. There is a daily cleaning service.Each apartment block has its own pool and sun terrace where sun loungers have been laid out ready for use. There is a Jacuzzi and a massage service to make use of. Canoeing, banana boating, water skiing, jet skiing, diving, snorkelling, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and simply relaxing on the beach may be enjoyed in the bay. Rafting tours on Martha Brae River are on offer and it is possible to play tennis or golf, to go horse riding or to try out road/ mountain biking.