Sandals Resorts has unveiled key new meeting facilities including: Sandals River in Ocho Rios, JamaicaAddition of a large conference center designed to accommodate large groups and events at the resort.
new Lewis Grant Conference Center deliver 8,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event spacecapacity Up to 500 peopleIt positions the resort as a more compelling option for conferences, incentive travel and group gatherings in Jamaica.
The facility is part of a wider revival project for Sandals Dunn’s River, the flagship hotel set to reopen in 2023 following a complete rebuild on Jamaica’s north coast.
A tribute to the sandal icon
Conference Center Honors louis grantHe is a long-time tourism industry leader with over 60 years of experience in the Caribbean hotel industry.
Grant joined Sandals. 1991 and served later General Manager at Sandals Dunn’s RiverHe spends more than 25 years with the company Mentor staff and shape resort operations.
His influence extended to the wider Jamaican tourism sector. in 2018Grant is Jamaica Hotel and Tourism Association Lifetime Achievement Awardand his name is Hotelier of the Year 2007.
The name of the conference center was announced as follows: Adam Stewart, Chairman, Sandals Resorts At the ‘Back to Jamaica’ event held at Sandals Dunn’s River in December 2025. 400 travel advisors and industry partners To the resort.
“I am a firm believer in paying homage to those who came before us, and we owe a great deal to Mr. Lewis Grant, whose leadership helped define the soul of this resort,” Stewart said. “He has literally spent half his career with us. I still vividly remember watching Louis in action as a young boy visiting the resort with his father.”
Stewart added that Grant’s leadership style has had a significant impact on the company’s current leadership and team members.
Inside the Lewis Grant Conference Center
The new facility blends modern design with Caribbean elements. natural wood finishColor taken from The green and blue of the Caribbeanand locally inspired works of art.
At the heart of the center 5,396 square foot main performance hall Maximum number of hosts Reception style for 500 people. You can also share the space. Three separate banquet hallsA group can host multiple meetings or breakout sessions simultaneously.
Additional conferencing infrastructure includes: two conference rooms and Two pre-functional areas Designed for registration, networking events, or small gatherings.
The expanded meeting capacity is part of Sandals’ business growth strategy. Group and incentive travel sectorEspecially suitable for travel advisors and corporate events.
The perfect resort experience for groups
The conference center is located within a wide range of services: sandals dunsriverThis is White sand beach on Jamaica’s north coast.
Groups can take advantage of the resort’s all-inclusive programs, including: 12 specialty restaurantsPremium beverages, unlimited land and water sports, and free admission to a nearby golf course. Upton Estate Golf & Country Club.
Activities outside the accommodation are also possible through: island routeA variety of excursions are offered, from waterfall visits to cultural tours throughout Jamaica.
Easily accessible from the United States
The resort is located just a few minutes away. Ian Fleming International AirportA growing gateway to Jamaica’s North Coast, currently served by: Miami International AirportEasy access for conference and incentive groups traveling from the United States.
With the addition of the Louis Grant Conference Center, Sandals Dunn’s River honors one of the figures who helped shape the resort’s history while establishing itself as a premier venue for large-scale events in Jamaica.
