Sandals Dunns River

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

The hotel

The newly reimagined Sandals Dunn’s River, nestled on a pristine stretch of beach in Ocho Rios, is perfectly designed for couples. There’s so much to enjoy here, including 2 pools, unlimited land and watersports, and 12 dining options (all included, of course!), so you’re sure to make memories that will last a lifetime. You’re also close to namesake Dunn’s River Falls, one of Jamaica’s natural wonders. There’s a wide range of rooms and suites to choose from, including all-new Rondovals, and Skypool suites – a first in Jamaica! Guests can also enjoy complimentary exchange privileges with nearby Sandals Ochi (with round-trip transportation included), meaning even more places to unwind.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Anniversary and special occasions
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on the north coast of Jamaica in Ocho Rios, on a stretch of pristine beach and close to Dunn’s River, Jamaica’s natural wonder. Transfer time from Sangster International Airport: 90 minutes. 

Hotel information

Luxury - located in the Travertine building, and featuring Robert Mondavi varietal wines and refrigerator stocked with bottled water, juice, sofa and local beer.


Travertine Luxury Room with Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms feature a balcony with bistro dining set and views of Jamaica’s mountainous landscape. The interior features a plush sofa chair, Smart TV, king-size bed, indoor Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two and a separate full bath with walk-in shower. Travertine Luxury Rooms feature views of the mountains and local flora from the balcony, which comes complete with a bistro dining set for two. The interior features a Smart TV, comfy sofa chair and king-size bed, as well as a full bath with walk-in shower. 


All Inclusive of: 

  • Unlimited fine dining at 12 restaurants
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner and anytime snacks
  • Unlimited premium liquors
  • 9 bars (including swim-up bar)
  • Stocked bar in every room
  • Unlimited Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks® Wines
  • PADI-Certified SCUBA diving and equipment, for certified divers
  • Unlimited water sports 
  • Snorkeling and equipment
  • Professional instruction for water sports
  • Unlimited land sports
  • State-of-the-art fitness centre
  • Day and night entertainment and live shows
  • All tips, taxes and gratuities (excluding Butlers and spa staff)
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • WiFi in room and all common areas 

Club Level - featuring exclusive access to Club Sandals Lounge and dedicated concierge services, including private check-in, all-day room service and In-Room Bar with pouring brands and fridge re-stocked daily with juice, local beer, Robert Mondavi wines, water & sodas.  

Travertine Beachfront Penthouse Club Level Room with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are set on the top floor of the Travertine building, with one of the best ocean views in the resort. The balcony features spectacular views from the balcony with a private Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two and a bistro dining set. The modern interior is spacious, with a king-size bed, fully-stocked bar, HD Smart TV, and sofa chair. The bathroom features a spacious walk-in shower, dual sink with vanity and a makeup table. 

Travertine Beachfront Club Level Room with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are located in the Travertine building. These oceanfront rooms overlook the white sand beach, with spectacular view from the balcony, which also features a private Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two and a charming bistro dining set. The modern and spacious interior features a king-size bed, stocked bar, HD Smart TV, and a plush sofa chair. The bathroom has a spacious walk-in shower, dual sink with vanity and a make-up table.

Mammee Bay Oceanview Oversized Club Level Jr. Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are located in the Mammee Bay building, and feature a private balcony with bistro dining set, Tranquility Soaking Tub and glimpses of the serene turquoise seas and resort pool. The master bedroom comprises of elegant furnishings, a HD Smart TV and a king-size bed, as well as a seating area for peaceful relaxation. The en-suite bathroom features a double sink and vanity, as well as a walk-in shower.  Mammee Bay Oversized Club Level Jr. Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are located in the Mammee Bay building, with a private balcony offering views of the lush Jamaican flora, a bistro dining set, and a Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two. The master bedroom features elegant furnishings, a HD Smart TV and a king-size bed, as well as a seating area. The bathroom features a dual-sink vanity and walk-in shower.

Mammee Bay Oceanview Club Level Room with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are located in the Mammee Bay building, with peeks of the ocean and pool from the intimate balcony, which features a bistro dining set and Tranquility Soaking Tub. The interior features a comfortable sitting area, HD Smart TV and king- size bed. The stocked bar includes wines and select liquors. The bathroom features a walk-in shower and double-sink vanity.  Mammee Bay Club Level Room are located in the Mammee Bay Building, with a private balcony offering views of the native flora from the balcony, which features a charming bistro dining set. The interior features a HD Smart TV, seating area perfect for relaxing and a king-size bed. The bathroom features a dual-sink vanity and walk-in shower.  


Butler Elite rooms - personal Butler, 24-hour room service and in-room check-in.  

Coyoba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary rooms are first-of-their-kind luxury suites, offering access to a sprawling river pool, an outdoor space with lounge chairs, and an open-air terrace with bistro dining set, a Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two, and plush outdoor furniture. Inside, you’ll find a spacious room with a HD Smart TV and 1 king-size bed, with direct access to the private pool sanctuary from your bedroom. The sitting area has modern furniture, another HD Smart TV and an in-room bar stocked with a variety of drinks, including premium liquors. The bathroom features a walk-in shower, a second Tranquility Soaking Tub, and a vanity with double sinks. 

Tufa Terrace One Bedroom Skypool Butler Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms sit high in the lavish Tufa Terrace building, with views of the shore. Enjoy the spectacular ocean from your balcony, from your own SkyPool. Relax on your bistro dining set our outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two. The spacious bedroom features a king-size bed and HD Smart TV. Beside the bedroom is a modern living room, complete with plush furniture and another HD Smart TV. The spa-inspired bathroom is the epitome of luxury, with a second Tranquility Soaking Tub, walk-in shower, and double sink with a vanity. This romantic enclave also comes with a fully stocked bar including premium liquors.

Tufa Terrace Swim-up One Bedroom Butler Suite with Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are on the ground floor of the lavish Tufa Terrace building. Enjoy ocean views on your personal patio from the zero-entry swim-up pool, featuring a bistro dining set and a Tranquility Soaking Tub. Inside the expansive bedroom is a comfy king-size bed and a HD Smart TV, while the living room has a seating area filled with stylish furniture and a second HD Smart TV. The bathroom is immaculate, with a double sink vanity, walk-in shower and second Tranquility Soaking Tub. This dreamy retreat also comes with a fully-stocked bar complete with premium liquors.  

Coyaba Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary rooms are a lovers’ dream, with a spacious bedroom featuring a custom king-size bed, a HD Smart TV and direct access to a private pool sanctuary made for two. When you walk outside, you’ll be met with an impeccable river pool from an oversized patio with bistro dining set and paired chaise lounges, the perfect place to watch the sunset. The sitting area includes modern furnishing with a loveseat, another HD Smart TV, and a premium in-room bar. The bathroom features a walk-in shower, double sink with vanity and a Tranquility Soaking Tub.

Mammee Bay Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are located in the Mammee Bay building, with an expansive private balcony with spectacular beachfront views. The balcony is complete with a bistro dining set, privacy curtains and a Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two. The interior is styled with sophisticated furnishings, a HD Smart TV and a king-size bed. The living room features a comfortable seating area with sofa, fully-stocked bar with premium liquor, a dining table, and an additional HD Smart TV. The spa-style bathroom features luxury amenities, a vanity with dual sink, walk-in shower and separate soaking tub.

Mammee Bay Oceanview One Bedroom Butler Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub rooms are located in the Mammee Bay building, with two balconies overseeing the turquoise waters, tropical gardens, and resort pool. One balcony features a bistro dining set, and the other a Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two. The interior features modern furniture, and a bedroom with king-size bed and HD Smart TV. The living room has a fully stocked bar including premium liquor, a plush seating area, a second HD Smart TV, and a sofa. The spa-like bathroom features luxury amenities, a walk-in shower, and another Tranquility Soaking Tub. 

5-Star Global Gourmet Dining™ at Sandals Resorts brings new sights, sounds and tastes to guests at each meal - all included, of course! 12 dining options: Saltaire (International buffet, breakfast and lunch), Banyu (Asian, dinner), Cascata (Italian, dinner), L’Amande (French, dinner), Zuka (Latin fusion, dinner), Edessa (Greek, breakfast and dinner), Isola (Pizzeria, lunch), Hanami (Sushi, dinner), Dunn’s Rum Club (rum bar with bar snacks, open until late), Blūm (coffee shop), Jerk Shack (Caribbean, lunch aand dinner) and Galene (seaside grill, lunch). 9 further bars: Lobby Bar, Plaza Bar, Greek Bar, Lapidus Lounge, Hanami Bar, Laughing Waters, Acqua Bar and Ocarina (rooftop bar). 

Day and night entertainment and live shows. 

2 pools and 2 river pools. PADI-Certified SCUBA diving and equipment, for certified divers. Unlimited water sports. Snorkeling and equipment. Professional instruction for water sports. Unlimited land sports. State-of-the-art fitness centre. Complimentary green fees at Sandals Golf & Country Club. Red Lane® Spa.

WiFi in-room and all common areas. Roundtrip airport transfers. 

*Denotes local charge.  

Dress code: evening dress code for gentlemen states that smart trousers or jeans, long or short sleeve dress shirts (with or without collar) and dress shoes or sandals must be worn. Shorts, t-shirts, sleeveless shirts, trainers, flip-flops, hats and caps are not permitted in the evening. 

Please note: two people in love over 18 years only. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Outstanding is the word of our holiday and is a fitting word for this resort!

Sep 11, 2024 RichC10111 London, United Kingdom

Long post so apologies but thoughts on SDR… if you don’t want to read I’ll summarise, it was outstanding! Right, as we sit in the Club Sandals lounge waiting for our transfer in about 30 minutes, I thought I’d offer some thoughts on our stay at Sandals Dunn’s River. For context, we’ve never had a bad Sandals stay - a few bumps here and there but… Read more
Long post so apologies but thoughts on SDR… if you don’t want to read I’ll summarise, it was outstanding! Right, as we sit in the Club Sandals lounge waiting for our transfer in about 30 minutes, I thought I’d offer some thoughts on our stay at Sandals Dunn’s River. For context, we’ve never had a bad Sandals stay - a few bumps here and there but always rectified swiftly - but what can I say about Sandals Dunn’s River… I think I may have a problem with Sandals now. It was so good here it might have ruined all the others for us 😆😆😆. Everything was such an incredibly high standard. Our room was sensational, big, fantastically decorated with a wonderful swim up and plunge pool. Probably the most exquisite room we’ve had, overtaking the OS1B we were upgraded to in SRB and the LV in SGA! The beds have always been amazing at Sandals, but the one here was out of this world… if anyone knows if you can buy them please let me know I’d love to order that mattress!!!!!!! Food was incredible, especially the sushi in Hanami, the snapper ceviche in Zuka and the pork belly buns in Banyu. I’d happily have paid a fair whack for the meals in those restaurants. Breakfast, the avocado toast, I’m not usually the biggest fan of avo toast, but here it was exceptional and I’m going to try and replicate it at home! Also, if you come here, get yourself to Blum every day, the coffee is amazing! The resort at whole is beautiful, they’ve clearly taken a lot of care and attention with the design and landscaping, from the pools, to the gardens & water features, it’s a breathtakingly gorgeous resort. The beach is a little small but it’s lovely and, while we’ve been here, the water has been gorgeous. So picturesque! Service was exceptional as well. Everyone around the resort made recommendations of what to do and what to try, pretty much faultless. Our butlers Dexter and Ricardo delivered the best service we’ve had to date. We’ve had some sub par butlers and some who’ve been excellent but these two were a level above. Organised everything we needed and went well above and beyond with things we didn’t ask for! We’re off to Grenada in May and Royal Barbados in September next year, but can’t imagine anything topping this (we’ve been to SBR before and love it there but it’s not quite as good as here). The word for this trip is outstanding, I used it over and over again and it will live long in our memories! If you get the opportunity please book this wonderful resort. We’ll be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful resort, and amazing people working there!

Sep 9, 2024 Lori R Oregon City, Oregon

Beautiful resort! Our 20th stay with Sandals, and 7th time to Jamaica! The people that are a part of this resort are amazing! To name a few: Patrick is the best butler! Kobie is also an amazing butler. Shannice at the Rum Bar is a star! She should also be a butler. Shernice at Blum coffee was so nice, and after just a few days there she… Read more
Beautiful resort! Our 20th stay with Sandals, and 7th time to Jamaica! The people that are a part of this resort are amazing! To name a few: Patrick is the best butler! Kobie is also an amazing butler. Shannice at the Rum Bar is a star! She should also be a butler. Shernice at Blum coffee was so nice, and after just a few days there she would see us coming, and already be working on our order before we even walked through the door!!!! Fantastic customer service!!!! We did a fabulous garden tour with Adrian! He set us up with breadfruit, and introduced us to Gregory at the Jerk Shack, to fry up our breadfruit for lunch. Little did we know that Gregory would then share his Jerk chicken recipe with us, and fry the breadfruit! What a treat! At Zuka: Santana, thank you for making our 1st night's dinner special. At Banyu: Dwayne Cieddes was an awesome waiter! At the Rum Club: Denzil, and Ackeem Small. But, seriously all the staff is amazing, and kind! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great all inclusive hotel.

Sep 9, 2024 CONLEY S Caribbean

Great hotel, welcoming staff, good restaurants, good room. Enjoyed our brief stay. the recently renovated hotel is top notch. With many dining choices, well landscaped ample grounds. lovely swimming pools and great all inclusive service. A great choice for an all inclusive stay in Jamaica. All for one fee.
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Sep 9, 2024 CaptMorgan2010 Romeoville, Illinois

This was our fifth Sandals resort. Dunn’s is one of the best. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. Our room was on the fourth floor of the Travertine building overlooking the pools. The room is well designed and the bed was comfortable. Always had timely turn down service and fresh towels whenever needed. The fridge was restocked… Read more
This was our fifth Sandals resort. Dunn’s is one of the best. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. Our room was on the fourth floor of the Travertine building overlooking the pools. The room is well designed and the bed was comfortable. Always had timely turn down service and fresh towels whenever needed. The fridge was restocked daily. For the most part, the restaurants were very good. It’s hard to say which was the best, but a tie would go to Hanami and Cascata. Saltaire was great for the buffet breakfast and lunch. Jerk Shack was very good, best jerk chicken so far at any Sandals resort. The Rum Bar was awesome. Shout out to LaTona at the Rum Bar. She explained the rums and made suggestions for drinks as well. Nice experience. Disappointed with Galene, however. Slow service every time with limited guests. Banyu had a nice atmosphere, but the food was plain and not very appealing. Pools and the swim-up bar were nice and clean. Had to get up early to reserve loungers at the swim-up bar pool, though. The butlers would have more than half reserved and most times the people would show up after lunch or not at all. Great bartenders at the swim-up bar! The resort is on the smaller side, but not too small. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Overall, we’ll visit again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best of Sandals!

Sep 7, 2024 candd94 Clayton, NC

It is so hard to believe we have been back for three weeks, but out of our 10 Sandals stays, this resort has risen to the TOP! It is so difficult to find any fault at all and we had such an amazing time for our 30th anniversary. Plus, it was our first free Sandals week, so that was spectacular. If you are looking for exceptional, Butlers, you… Read more
It is so hard to believe we have been back for three weeks, but out of our 10 Sandals stays, this resort has risen to the TOP! It is so difficult to find any fault at all and we had such an amazing time for our 30th anniversary. Plus, it was our first free Sandals week, so that was spectacular. If you are looking for exceptional, Butlers, you MUST request Patrick and Kobie! Of all the butlers we have ever had, they are two of the best! They communicated so well between each other and added so many special and romantic touches to make our stay spectacular! Nothing was too difficult for them and we didn’t have to lift a finger (although we are very self-sufficient)!More than that, though, they became dear friends and we can’t wait to see them again in the future! You will be so happy to have these two as your butlers! Here is a long list of Pros and a couple minor Cons: Pros: 1. Gorgeous, new resort! 2. Lush foliage 3. SUPER clean! Everyday, there were SO MANY workers cleaning and tending to general upkeep. 4. DELICIOUS food! Our favorites were the braised beef rigatoni at the Italian, lamb at the French, and Feijoada at Zuka (Latin) restaurant. 5. Loved the live music every morning around the pool! 6. BEST SPOT is the “laughing waters lounge” above the pool bar. Shaded umbrellas and lovely breeze! 7. MANY craft-type activities so you can bring home reminders of your stay. We did pottery, painting, and candle-making…all fun! 8. We met the NICEST couples on this stay…friends for life! 9. Blum is out of this world! Best coffee shop, and we loved the banana bread and almond croissant as well! 10. Beautiful and calm ocean! We loved the beach area and the water temperature of the ocean and all pools were perfect!! 11. Spa was FANTASTIC! You can use the steam room and pool/plunge pools anytime! We went almost daily and had the pool to ourselves most times! 12. Nightly activities were great and quite a variety! Plus the Rum Club was as lively! 13. We had the B1B- Mammee Bay Beachfront Butler suite, top floor…spectacular view!! Cons: 1. 1.5 hours from Mobay airport, although you you can fly into the other airport, which is closer, however, it was expensive and did not have good options for connecting flight flights for us. 2. The DJ hut in between both pools did not leave any area with a quieter pool, however, we did use the spa pool as mentioned above. Afternoons tended to get a bit loud. JUST GO!!!! It is truly Heaven on earth! Read less