Beaches Ocho Rios to Close May 31; Future Unknown

Beaches Ocho Rios is set to close May 31, 2025 for renovations by its third party owner, and it’s unclear whether it will reopen under the brand.

In an email to travel advisors, Gary C. Sadler, Executive Vice President of Sales and Industry Relations, Unique Vacations, Inc. said the “beloved resort, the only one in the resort company’s portfolio owned by a third-party group, will undergo a major renovation as part of their future plans, with the possibility of a continued relationship. We know how deeply many of your clients cherish the memories created at Beaches Ocho Rios, and we will miss it, too.”

Earlier this spring, Beaches Resorts proudly announced a $1 billion investment in luxury family travel across the Caribbean, with Chairman Adam Stewart in NYC announcing a new global brand campaign for both Beaches and Sandals, with plans to double the Beaches footprint over the next four years.

Over the next several years, the commitment will bring new resorts, expanded destinations including the Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos (opening Spring 2026), Beaches Runaway Bay in Jamaica, a new Beaches in Barbados, and Beaches Exuma in the Bahamas.

Sadler continued, “Although this change may be a surprise, please know that Beaches Resorts is growing, evolving, and getting ready to deliver even more exceptional experiences for families. We are fully committed to supporting you every step of the way to ensure that your clients have unforgettable vacations.

Your trust and partnership mean the world to us, and we are excited to continue working together to create unforgettable memories for your clients.

The best is yet to come!”