Jamaica's handsome beaches are undoubtedly some of the most-loved attractions that you'll find on the island. Luckily, the SandCastles is directly on the beach, so you won't have to go very far to see what makes Jamaica so special.
Each beach has its own distinguishing features that can make a difference in how much you enjoy your visit to the coast. All of the nearby beaches in the following table have something unique to offer. Click on a beach below to view a detailed page about it:
| Beach | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Turtle Beach | 0.0 | W |
| Jamaica Grande's Beach | 0.4 | N |
| Grande Beach | 0.4 | N |
| Mallards Beach | 0.7 | NE |
| Dunn's River Beach | 2.3 | W |
| Shaw Park Beach | 2.3 | E |
| White River Bay | 2.5 | E |
| Steer Town Beach | 3.3 | W |
| Tower Isle West Beach | 3.8 | E |
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Turtle Beach is Ocho Rios main beach. Vacationers can enjoy plenty of activities and great scenery on these sands.
If instead you're looking for an enjoyable secluded beach, Steer Town Beach might be just right for you. It's situated three and a half miles west of the hotel.
Guests who are curious about what is close by, might want to know how many miles the closest town or city is from their hotel. SandCastles can be found in the vicinity of Ocho Rios, making it simple to explore the town.
The table below lists the several towns located adjacent to the SandCastles area.
| City | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Ocho Rios | 1.5 | E |
| Grande Anse | 1.7 | S |
| Beechen Town | 2.8 | S |
| Epworth | 3.3 | SW |
| Ewart Town | 4.7 | SW |
| Tower Isle | 5.0 | E |
| Lydford | 5.3 | SW |
| Labyrinth | 6.0 | SE |
| Golden Grove | 6.2 | SW |
| St. Anns Bay | 6.4 | W |
No matter what kind of vacation you're planning, there are endless ways to stay entertained throughout the country. Actually, there are a few attractions within a short distance of the hotel, such as Enchanted Gardens and Enchanted Gardens.
These attractions are just a sample of what's in the area; find more named in the following chart:
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enchanted Gardens | -- | 0.5 | S |
| Enchanted Gardens | -- | 0.7 | SW |
| Coyaba River Garden and Museum | -- | 1.4 | S |
| James Bond Beach | Tourist Attractions- General | 10.3 | E |
| Firefly | -- | 14.6 | E |
| Georgian Antique Square | -- | 30.4 | S |
| Jamaican People's Museum of Crafts & Technology | -- | 30.4 | S |
| Bob Marley Museum | -- | 34.0 | SE |
| Devon House | -- | 34.0 | SE |
| Tourist Board | -- | 34.6 | SE |
| Royal Botanic Gardens | -- | 35.2 | SE |
| Martha Brae River Rafting | -- | 35.7 | W |
| National Gallery of Art | -- | 36.8 | SE |
| Fort Charles | -- | 36.8 | SE |
If you would like to find out more about this part of Jamaica, taking a look at nearby accommodations can help you decide if you even like the area. No matter if you're seeking accommodations that are miles from typical tourist traps, or are searching for a social and eventful part of town, other hotels near the SandCastles (listed in the following table) can help you determine if this area will provide everything you're hoping for.
| Hotel | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Rooms On the Beach | 0.1 | NE |
| Turtle Beach Towers | 0.2 | W |
| Fisherman's Point | 0.2 | W |
| Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort and Spa | 0.3 | NE |
| Crane Ridge Suites | 0.3 | S |
| Skycastles Condominiums | 0.4 | W |
| Columbus Heights Condominiums | 0.5 | W |
| Silver Seas | 0.5 | NE |
| Grande Sport Villa Golf Resort & Spa | 1.4 | E |
| Tranquility Cove | 1.4 | W |
Clearly, this is just one of the many hotels in this area of Jamaica, which means finding the ideal vacation accommodations for your stay should be easy. But, this area might not offer the privacy and seclusion some vacationers are hoping for.
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