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AuramarvsSandals Dunn's River
AuramarSandals Dunn's River
Quick Stats
7.2
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.0 (3,850)
Google Rating
4.8 (1,510)
From $87
Price / Night (pp)
From $400
No
Adults Only
Yes
Yes
Kids' Club
—
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
40 min
Airport Transfer
30 min
All Scores
8.3
Beach
8.8
6.8
Food
8.7
—
Service
8.7
6.2
Rooms
9.0
7.4
Pools
9.1
7.7
Value
7.9
7.3
Family
—
—
Romance
9.3
—
Nightlife
8.3
—
Remote work
8.0
Vibes
Auramar
Sandals Dunn's River
RomanceLively
Activities
Auramar
Water sportsKids
Sandals Dunn's River
SpaGolfWater sportsNightlife
Auramar
- 40 min from FAO
Sandals Dunn's River
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 5 pools
- 12 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- Swim-up suites
Pros — Auramar
- Excellent location near Praia dos Aveiros.
- Good value for travelers prioritizing beach access.
- Straightforward all-inclusive package with meals, drinks, pools and Wi-Fi.
Pros — Sandals Dunn's River
- Recently renovated and reopened Sandals resort.
- Adults-only couples-focused setting.
- Strong restaurant and bar inventory.
- Excellent pool and room-category variety.
- Access to nearby Sandals Ochi amenities.
Cons — Auramar
- Dated room product.
- Buffet variety is not a premium dining experience.
- Three-star positioning may not fit travelers expecting upscale all-inclusive standards.
Cons — Sandals Dunn's River
- Transfer from MBJ or KIN is much longer than from OCJ.
- Some guest feedback reports crowding or noise in busier periods.
- Food feedback is positive overall but more variable than official positioning suggests.
- Premium suite categories are expensive.