Margaritaville from Ocho Rios

[JayDee1978]

Could anyone tell me how far Margaritaville is from the Ocho Rios Port.

[SoCalCruiserGal]

Hi!

 

Once you leave the ship, you have a bit of a walk to get to Margaritaville. You'll have the walk from the ship, about two blocks worth, through the "Customs" that they have, across a large parking lot...If you stay to the right, you'll see a beautiful beach...Walk across the beach and you will see Margaritaville. Margaritaville is right off of the beach. I would say, maybe a 15 minute walk. Definitely worth it. The slide is loads of fun. Bring a few bucks...You'll be spending them. LOL.

 

Where Margaritaville is at, there is also a mini shopping mall type of thing. It has a little bit of everything.

[Calicruisefamily]

Could anyone tell me how far Margaritaville is from the Ocho Rios Port.

 

 

 

We went to Margaritaville for the first time last month. Its about a 10-15 min. walk. You are going to have a great time ! Don't forget to bring home your "Lost Shaker of salt" :D If you like to get a little crazy there is a guy walking around in a grass skirt with two bottles and he will come over and have you lean your head back and do a shot for only $1 :p Its yummy :D They will also take a picture of you while you are doing it ($10) we talked them down to $7 :cool: .

Margaritaville also has a beautiful beach. Have a great time on your cruise !

Cali :)

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[kvand3l00n]

When you are at the Margaritaville in Ocho Rios, keep your eyes and ears open for the wristbands. If you are headed to Grand Cayman, this wristband will get you a free, small, original Margarita at the Grand Cayman Margaritaville.

 

The walk is short. I'd say 10 minutes max, if that, once you are off the ship.

[TheWog]

I agree, maybe 10 mins. If you find the Lost Shaker of Salt before you get there (on the website) that will entitle you to free margaritas at Ocho Rios.

[lyttleone1977]

Its about ten minutes - you go down the pier, through the gate, walk towards the main road then enter the shopping plaza from a gate there. You then walk through the shopping village (they have some really good prices on sarongs (is that how you spell it??) and dresses for women), and then M-ville isnt far).

The attachment is from M-ville, the pier is just on the other side of those trees.

[bandpthoma]

For those who can't walk far , is there a shuttle to take you to the entrance of the Island Village where the shops and margaritaville are located?

[Psalms]

Uggggg. the Ship stops right at Margaritaville and Island Village. Unless you are seriously handicapped or old, you can get there in minutes.

 

Take a walk, enjoy the day and venture past Margaritaville/Island Village and enoy Main Street in Ocho Rios. Don't listen to anyone that says it is not safe or fun, you will have a good time.

 

Go to the casino, visit town, shop, do what you like. If adventurous, hire a driver (JUTA - red license plate) and ask them to show you the countryside. You will have the best time of your life. Take along some small bills ($1) or candy, or ask the driver to fill a cooler of red stripe and drive through the countryside. Stop whenever you feel like stopping and offer a drink to someone unexpectedly. Image the suprise on a HOT HOT day by offering a cold beer !?!?!? You will get stories, songs, entertainment that is PRICELESS compared to any "touristy" type of trip prepared by hotels and ships.

[TINGnVODKA]

Margaritaville has the BEST burgers. I know it sounds corny for being in Jamaica, but they really do. Its a fun stop if in Ocho Rios.

[bandpthoma]

psalms thanks for the reply. We really will have someone with us who can't walk too much of a distance and from what I had read, it sounded as though it could be much more of a walk than she could handle. Glad to hear that it's right at the pier. You mentioned the casino, could you elaborate on that a little more? As to the size, what type slots and if there are table games .Thanks.

[TheWog]

For those who can't walk far , is there a shuttle to take you to the entrance of the Island Village where the shops and margaritaville are located?

 

If you look at the picture above you can see a long dark line just above the floats. When you are in Ocho Rios you will have your ship in that picture. The long dark line is the pier.

[JayDee1978]

Thank you everyone.

[ncLindaB]

Am I reading correctly that there is abeach at Margarittaville? A beach to enjoy (lay on a towel, swim, etc..) or just look at?

[CruisinGrams]

Just have to ask... how crowded does this beach get on a day in late May??

[TheWog]

Am I reading correctly that there is abeach at Margarittaville? A beach to enjoy (lay on a towel, swim, etc..) or just look at?

 

Yes, you are reading correctly. They even have lounge chairs for you to lay on. Have fun!

 

Grams - sorry, have only been there in January (2x).

[czcruiser13]

There are 2 docks which you can be tendered to. Either way, it's a short walk. Do the slide and try to make a big splash.:)

Sorry, I am talking about Grand Cayman.