Description
Inspired by the great Italian Renaissance period...and named after the world-famous waterfall located minutes away...this breathtaking resort combines Mediterranean elegance with Jamaican charm, creating Caribbean luxury on a grand scale. From a stunning lobby with soaring columns and winding staircase reminiscent of an Italian palazzo...to the rippling waters of Jamaica's largest freshwater pool, highlighted by a cascading waterfall that mirrors the image of its famous namesake.
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Accommodations
Nowhere is "Caribbean elegance" more evident than in our sumptuously appointed rooms and suites. Eight inviting categories offer a choice of charming low-rise, garden-themed accommodations or rooms atop a grand high-rise with both panoramic ocean and pool vistas. But wherever you stay, nothing is more intoxicating that sitting on your balcony listening to the soothing sounds of the cascading waterfall by day and gentle ocean waves by night.
Oceanfront One Bedroom Suite - 1B A grand suite in keeping with the tradition of great resorts. The large bedroom has a mahogany four-poster bed and a balcony. The living room also has a balcony, and like the bedroom, it offers spectacular views of the Caribbean. Located at the oceanfront end of the Genoa Building, on the first through fifth floors. Each room in the suite has a full bath.
Oceanview One Bedroom Suite - BO This is an exceptional suite, which is very similar in size to the Oceanfront Suite. Located on the Main Pool side of the Genoa Building on the second through fifth floors. Bedroom has a king four-poster bed and a full bath. Living room has another bath. Both rooms in the suite have balconies.
Honeymoon Penthouse Concierge Room Located on the fourth and fifth floors of the Genoa Wing. These sizeable, upscale rooms feature a sitting area and balcony.
Honeymoon Concierge Room On the second and third floors of the Genoa Wing. Looking towards the west at pristine, undeveloped beaches. All rooms have balconies.
Grande Luxe Oceanview Room Second through sixth floors of the Florence Wing. All rooms have balconies.
Honeymoon Grande Luxe Room A surprisingly intimate enclave with a central location. Two, 2 story parallel buildings. First-floor rooms have patios. Rialto East and West Wings.
Premium Room Second guest room level through sixth floor of the Florence Wing. All rooms with balconies.
Deluxe Room Located on the first floor of the Florence Wing above the lobby. All rooms have balconies.
Dining
Dining is sheer perfection with five sensational gourmet restaurants that view for your culinary cravings. Sample ocean breezes with the exotic spices favored in West Indian dishes at Windies. An enjoy the dilemma of selecting from an amazing variety of international cuisines served in white-gloved splendor with a 5 Star Diamond rating at the Internationale Room. Each night, the stage is set for the knife-flashing drama of Teppanyaki at Kimonos. While the festive tastes of Italy also beckon at Ristorante d'Amore. The Internationale Room Serving international gourmet cuisine in a very elegant atmosphere with white glove service. Air conditioned comfort with impeccable service. sample menuWindies Specialty gourmet restaurant serving West Indian cuisine in a "al-fresco" setting overlooking the waterfall pool. sample menu Ristorante d'Amore Romantic specialty gourmet restaurant serving regional Italian dishes. sample menu KimonosSpecialty gourmet restaurant serving exotic specialities from the Far East. Savor Oriental menus prepared table-side by your own entertaining chef. sample menu
Spa
Red Lane Spa is a sanctuary for mind, body and soul that reinterprets classic European spa rituals with a distinctive Caribbean flair. Utilizing renowned Pevonia® botanical products and custom formulations, we promise you'll discover a sense of ease and calm found only in paradise.
Activities
True to its name, Sandals Dunn's River is just moments from Sandals Golf and Country Club, the most elite championship course on the island. With Sandals Golf and Country Club nearby, and the Pitch N' Putt Golf Course directly at the resort, Sandals Dunn's River Golf Resort and Spa is a golf fanatic's fantasy. The following activities are available at an extra charge: Blue Mountain Bicycle TourTake a break from the beach, see the beautiful Blue Mountains 5000 ft. above sea level, home of the famous Blue Mountain coffee. Coast down the picturesque mountain roads on bicycle where no pedaling is required. After lunch, see how the Blue Mountain coffee is cultivated, processed and prepared. Enjoy a cool dip in a pool with crystal clear water cascading from a waterfall. Chukka Cove Horseback Beach RideEnjoy the beautiful Caribbean Waters on horseback. A well guided tour which promises to be a lot of fun. Chukka Cove Mountain to Sea Bike TourA 95% downhill bike tour on mountain bikes. Tour the hilly interior of Ocho Rios and end at a beautiful cove where you snorkel. Chukka Cove River TubingA 30 minutes drive takes you into the unspoiled nature of Ocho Rios' hilly interior. Your adventure starts at the seventeenth century land mark "Spanish Bridge" where your tube and tubing guides await you. Enjoy a memorable experience tubing 3 miles down river and explore the wild sanctuary of Jamaica's nature. Be adventurous and join the fun. Deep Sea FishingEnjoy fishing on a 38 ft. deep sea fishing boat. Fish for the big ones: Marlin, Tuna, King Fish, Dolphin and Mahi-Mahi fish. Hooves - Heritage Beach RideOn this beautiful ride 1200 feet above sea level, you will learn about our "Bush Doctor"culture. Visit a typical rural village and see some of the most spectacular views of the island. Experience the real Jamaica that very few visitors get to see. Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville @ Island VillageJoin in the fun at one of Ocho Rios' hot spots. Kingston TourStop at the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston and see memorabilia of his. Get a guided tour to give you an insight into the mind of the musical genius. Stop at the famous Devon House for lunch. Martha Brae River RaftingRelax and enjoy a unique Jamaican experience, as expert raftsmen guide you down the Martha Brae River on bamboo rafts made just for two. Negril Beach Day TourTravel along the beautiful north coast via Montego Bay to the village of Negril, where time stand still and relaxation become a way of life. Spend the day at Sandals Negril then watch the spectacular sunset from the Rick's Cafe in the West End. Romantic Sunset CruiseStart the night right and join us on our Sunset catamaran cruise. Indulge in our love games on board and toast the sunset. Love is all you need. Shopping TourWe take you to four main areas in Ocho Rios for shopping: the local craft market, Taj Mahal, the Soni's Plaza and Island Village. Shop for souvenirs and duty free items. Sightseeing / Wassi ArtVisit the Coyaba Garden and Museum, a beautiful botanical garden nestled in the hills of Ocho Rios and learn about some of our fauna and flora and also, a bit of our history. Then journey through the famous "Fern Gully", a dried up river bed and home of over 500 species of fern. End the tour with a stop at the Wassi Art Factory and learn about the world of pottery.
Scuba
While others charge extra for scuba diving, Sandals includes the most comprehensive scuba diving program in the Caribbean at no extra cost. You can dive up to twice daily, with top-of-the-line equipment provided, and explore dozens of the best dive sites, from ancient shipwrecks to wall dives.
Certified divers are allowed one two-tank dive or two single dives a day. There's no diving on day of departure. All our dives range from 20 to 90 feet.
If you are a certified diver and the instructor feels you need to take a refresher course, there will be an additional $50.00 per person for the 1.5 hour course. As per PADI standards this will allow you to dive as a certified diver.
At Sandals, guests who are not certified or have never experienced scuba diving before can attend a resort course (extra cost) and become "Resort Certified."
For guests who are not certified or would like to scuba for the first time, we offer a resort course (a fee of US$70.00 applies to guests who require the resort course). To qualify you must pass a water skill check, meet medical requirements and fill out a liability release. After completing the course, guests will be allowed one tank dive (of approx. 30ft) per day. The resort course is valid for one year at any Sandals or Beaches Resorts.
Weddings
The basic Sandals WeddingMoon package is included when you stay at any Sandals Resort for 7 nights or longer. This package includes: - Personal wedding consultant
- Picturesque wedding location
- Preparation of documentation
- Certified copy of marriage license
- One 5"x7" wedding photograph
- "Just Married" T-shirts
- Caribbean Wedding Cake
- Marriage officiant
- Champagne & hors d'oeuvres reception for bride and groom**
- Honeymoon dinner for bride & groom
- Continental breakfast in bed
Available at an additional charge: Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoonsThe hottest trend in weddings – a marriage between the exotic spirit of the islands and Preston Bailey's exotic sense of style adds star-power to your special celebration. The force behind the weddings of many top Hollywood stars and luminaires, Preston Bailey now incorporates his own unique style with the exclusive destination wedding packages. It's a grand homecoming for the Caribbean native who is redefining the wedding as a true celebration of his love for the tropics.
Local Area
Bordered on one side by a stunning sweep of gorgeous green mountains and on the other by the best stretch of white-sand beach in Ocho Rios, Sandals Dunn’s River represents an amazing melding of Caribbean charm and opulence with an Italian Renaissance style that epitomizes Old-World sophistication kissed by the tropical sun. To spend time in this enchanted resort is to truly immerse yourself in an atmosphere of luxury and warmth rarely found anywhere else on the globe.
With its very own 3-hole Pitch & Putt course onsite and its close proximity to the super-elite Sandals Golf & Country Club, Sandals Dunn’s River unequivocally declares itself a true haven for golfers. Golf to your heart’s content without paying any greens fees and revel in the breathtaking beauty of one of Jamaica’s most scenic golf courses even as you thrill to the challenge of some of the most exciting 18 holes in the Caribbean, if not the world. And, just to ensure that your mind is on nothing but golf, golf and more golf—even the transfers are included.
Phenomenal views from every sumptuous room and suite invite you to simply stare out at the wonders of paradise and, with our 24-hour room service, an additional perk for our Concierge level guests, you’ll never have to leave your own private lovers’ sanctuary—unless, of course, you’d like to indulge in the immense array of choices provided exclusively for your pleasure.
Let the refreshing waters of our own version of Dunn’s River Falls wash over you before you dive into Jamaica’s largest freshwater pool and swim up to a fully stocked pool bar. Dip in the unbelievably aquamarine waters off of our dazzling, white-sand beach. Tone your body and excite your spirits with any of a huge number of top-of-the-line activities on land and sea, including fully-certified scuba diving, a workout in our state-of-the-art fitness center, a game of tennis and so much more—the list is endless. When you’re ready for some rest and relaxation, soothe your soul with a rejuvenating treatment from our full-service European spa. As night draws in, prepare for bliss as you dive into the countless entertainment options that await you—both at Sandals Dunn’s River and close by Sandals Grande Ocho Rios.
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