We’ve experienced many of the top luxury all-inclusive resorts over the years, but surprisingly, this was our first Sandals vacation. We’ve booked plenty of Sandals vacations for clients but had never experienced one ourselves. I’m glad we finally did!

Sandals Dunn’s River really impressed us. The beach is absolutely stunning, the staff was fantastic, and the swim-up suites were awesome. We also really enjoyed the golf course, which is a great added benefit, along with the complimentary diving. Those extras definitely make Sandals stand out.

While I wouldn’t say the food and drinks were necessarily superior to some of the other luxury all-inclusive brands we’ve experienced, they were certainly enjoyable. One thing I particularly appreciated was not having to worry about tipping throughout the stay. It was a nice change and allowed us to simply relax and enjoy the experience.

Having visited nearly all of the other Sandals resorts in Jamaica, I can confidently say Dunn’s River is our favorite by far.

One thing to keep in mind is the drive to the resort, which can be a little long. Depending on your travel plans, we would suggest either upgrading to private transfers or considering a split stay with a couple of nights in Montego Bay at the end of your vacation.

Overall, Sandals Dunn’s River exceeded our expectations and was a fantastic first Sandals experience. It’s definitely one we would recommend and return to!