Disappointing Birthday Stay at Ocean Eden Bay – Not Recommended” ⭐⭐
I recently stayed solo at Ocean Eden Bay in Montego Bay for my birthday and, unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience. The resort is dated, underwhelming, and smelled of mildew and urine. I had a swim-up room with a king bed, but the accommodations alone could not make up for the lackluster service and unfriendly staff.
The all-inclusive experience fell short. There are only a few restaurants onsite, and making reservations was nearly impossible. Guest services refused to take reservations over the phone, even during a storm, insisting guests walk to the lobby in person. During a visit to the souvenir store, I witnessed two cashiers screaming at a guest over an exchange—completely unprofessional and rude. This attitude seemed to be the standard throughout the resort. My attempt to book a spa day was met with the same dismissive and unhelpful service, so I opted out entirely.
There were, however, a few standout staff members. Shantel and Latoya in the coffee shop were consistently pleasant, welcoming, and helpful. Two women at Martha’s Market also provided exceptional service—so good that I made sure to thank them personally. Their professionalism was unfortunately the exception, not the rule.
Overall, the hostesses in the restaurants were rude, condescending, and off-putting, which made dining frustrating. One night I opted for room service just to avoid dealing with them.