Location. Terraced into a steep hillside overlooking Ocho Rios, The Crane Ridge Resort combines Jamaican design with Oriental ambience. Rolling hills, jagged estuaries and sandy beaches lined with palms make up the fertile landscape of this popular tourist destination. Ocho Rios offers everything from duty-free shops and authentic brand name merchandise, to local artisan galleries and street vendors. Besides just lounging around on the beach, popular activities include golfing, horseback riding, windsurfing, snorkeling or climbing the waterfall at Dunn's River Falls. Hotel Features. Spread about 19 acres of meticulously landscaped gardens filled with exotic birds, the resort features a pool attached to a swim-up bar and an eight-person jetted tub. A ping-pong table and a one-room health spa are also located near the pool, with the spa offering massage, reflexology, body scrubs, hair and nail care. A complimentary cocktail reception takes place on Tuesday evenings, and the gift shop sells liquor and groceries. Complimentary wireless Internet access is offered in public areas and the 24-hour front desk can assist with tour planning, business services and currency exchange.
Guestrooms. Each of the guestrooms features a kitchenette and balcony or terrace. Other amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access and satellite television with premium channels.
Expert Tip. Dolphin Cove, located adjacent to Dunn's River Falls, is a natural cove surrounded by lush tropical rain forest. Visitors can swim with dolphins and examine stingrays, eels, sharks, snakes, macaws and other tropical fish and birds.
