Bahia Principe Luxury Runaway Bay

I thought the property was huge and beautiful - inside and outside. All staff I encountered go out of their way to be extremely friendly and helpful. The beach and pools although beautiful I prefer to swim in deep water and not on man made beach. Also guests are encouraged strongly to be privilege members and this is understandable as it is essential to the success of the property staff and brand. Thank you to all you guys at Bahia Princpe! I wish you all the very best!

We loved our stay! The buffet was great and the staff would always great us with the biggest smile and were so so helpful. We just wanted to highlight an amazing member of team who made our evenings, Rushawn the bartender at the lobby bar! Aswell as being the best bartender we have ever seen attending to everyone on the bar himself and keeping our drinks topped up without us even asking, he was a lovely person and we would always look forward to seeing him in the evenings!! Thank you Rushawn for adding to our evenings and making us laugh!! He deserves all the credit!!

The staff was wonderful and the resort was very clean! Entertainment staff was always giving 110%. Shout out to Aneta, Keymar, and Lamar. Also, Rushawn at the lobby bar always had a smile and made great drinks! The other side of the resort was closed, but we liked the smaller size of just the adult side and the fact that it was not crowded.

I have just returned from my stay at this Hotel.I had an amazing time.The entertainment team are Top Notch especially Lady T, Crazy Legs,David and the other guy that does the Aqua Fit+ all the team.I only went to the buffet twice but it was very good and so much food. Went to the a la cartes twice each and my favourite was Picasso but the other 2 were very good aswell.Too much food.I went to all the shows except the 1 you pay for and I really enjoyed them and I am not a show person.The drinks were excellent.My highlight was the Foam Party on Friday at noon.I did not think I would like it but wow I had a good time.First time I have been drunk in many many years.I would return to this hotel for sure( it is my second time here, but 19 years ago) I had the regular room that was over the road but to be honest it did not bother me.I did have the ocean front with the round balcony last time.I met some great people, Jamaicans, English, Americans.

I had an incredible stay at Bahia Principe Runaway Bay, and what stood out most wasn't just the beautiful resort—it was the people. After recently recovering and renovating following the hurricane, the resort had fewer guests than usual. Despite that, every single staff member showed up each day with genuine smiles, positive energy, and a commitment to making every guest feel welcome. That speaks volumes about the heart of the people who work here. Everywhere I went, I felt cared for and included. Whether I was at the buffet, relaxing by the pool, or attending an evening event, the staff created an atmosphere that was warm, fun, and full of connection. A special thank you to Vanesha at the buffet, who checked in with me every day and made me feel remembered and appreciated. Those small acts of kindness make a lasting impression. I also want to recognize Lady T and Coleen from the entertainment team. Even with a smaller crowd, they brought incredible energy, humor, and enthusiasm. They encouraged guests to join games, meet new people, step out of their comfort zones, dance, and experience Jamaican culture in such an authentic and joyful way. They made strangers feel like friends. This is a safe, welcoming resort filled with people who genuinely care about creating memorable experiences. The staff are the heart of this place, and because of them, I left with wonderful memories and a deep appreciation for Jamaican hospitality.

Sisters trip to Baha principal escape was one for the books we had a blast right from when we landed at the airport the front desk staff was very friendly and helpful our room was huge and very clean no complaints except food was a bit cold the buffet staff was excellent our server Avagale Brown was excellent made sure we had a great breakfast every morning we loved our spot on the beach and Shane made sure we were ok everyday Shane was a local seller on the beach look him up very nice guy the swim up staff and lobby bar staff was wonderful really great drinks 🍹 and very friendly and professional Marilyn front staff very friendly and super nice loved our trip and will certainly be back miss you guys till we meet again take care and see you soon ♥️♥️

We traveled here from the US to celebrate our 15th Wedding Anniversary. The resort is absolutely beautiful. We had a Jr. Suite, and the view was amazing. The property was very clean, and I loved that it is an all-inclusive, adults-only resort. Devon in Guest Experience went above and beyond to ensure our experience was wonderful. Kemar (Crazy Legs) is sooo much fun and made us feel welcome and at home. Just beware of the Privileged Club invite/tour. They are pushy, then get attitudes when you don't want to join. The pool closes at 6 pm, which doesn't make sense to me. I hated this. The food was just "ok" in Jazmine Dining Room. The specialty restaurants book up fast, and they were already booked when we arrived, which is crazy since you have to have reservations for them, so we didn't eat at those restaurants. We hired a driver to take us to restaurants off the resort. He took us to Rick's Cafe, which is 3 hours away, and we had a great time.

We enjoyed many aspects of our stay; however, we would like to share some constructive feedback regarding the food and beverage experience, particularly the buffet service. As a five-star resort, guests generally expect a higher standard of freshness, variety, and live food preparation. The buffet menu felt quite repetitive throughout our five-day stay, with many dishes appearing similar each day. In addition, several items often seemed dried out and not freshly prepared, which reduced the overall dining experience. Introducing more fresh food options, rotating daily menus, and increasing live cooking stations would significantly improve food quality and guest satisfaction. Freshly grilled items, made-to-order dishes, and interactive cooking counters are commonly expected in premium resorts and would create a much more enjoyable atmosphere. We also noticed that some fresh fruits and ingredients were frequently unavailable. For example, mango, which is widely associated with tropical destinations, was not available at all during our entire stay. At times, even fresh lime was missing from the bars, which affected drink quality and consistency. We believe that improving the freshness, variety, and presentation of food and beverages would greatly enhance the guest experience and better align the resort with five-star hospitality standards.

Excellent experience. Food was top notch. Drinks at the Bahia Principe Escape were all high quality, Bombay Gin, 12 year Appleton etc. staff were exceptional in all areas. From the bar to the Buffett to the al a’cartes. The rooms were clean and large. The room was kept clean and serviced each day. Mini Bar was refurbished each day without exception. The friendship and kindness from the staff is worth mentioning. Just lovely people. Loved the lobby bar, good drinks and great service. The coffee bar behind the lobby bar was excellent, what a treat!!! I would definitely recommend this resort. Can’t comment on the entertainment but can say they were friendly and always willing to engage in a chat or fun. The pool was buzzing all day. Volley ball at the pool was “on the go”. Great games going. Poolside dance and movement sessions. Of course there was a white party, beach party once a week. And a foam party on Sunday nights. While we didn’t partake we heard all good comments.

We booked 6 nights at this hotel and we have had an amazing time. The hotel is spotless, beautiful and the staff are lovely. The Mosquitos in the room are terrible though, and there are just so many. My top tip would be to pack a bottle of bagen or another spray aswell as your body spray. The food choices are vast and there was always something lovely to eat. Check out the Rasta Jerome that has a little spot on the beach in the sea! His lobster is out of this world. The best I have ever had! I didn't think much of the private man made beach. You definitely need your beach shoes for this one due to the Rick's in the sea, and the deepest it gets is to your waist! Not good if you lije to swim. Our room had an iron, ironing board mini fridge and safe. My bathrobe was a bit on the small side, but hey ho. Like all large resorts, the animation team work extremely hard. A big shout out to Anita and crazy legs- you guys definitely put your all into everything you do. The bar servers around the pool were great too! Thank you to Terry, Amanda and two amazing trainees- Kimora Boyd and Mickaila Dobson. Always very friendly, smiley and kept us refreshed throughout our days at the pool. Very professional and always gave service with a :-) All are a credit to this hotel A big shout to the tall brown man that makes the most amazing espresso Martini's at the main bar. I'm sorry, I don't know your name but you are just the best. Thank you Bahia, we had a blast

Stay: Perfect Couple’s Getaway Rating: ⭐⭐ 5/5 What stood out: Room & Vibe: Romantic, spotless, and insanely comfy bed. Exactly what we needed. Service: Smooth check-in, zero hassle, felt personal from the start. Shout to Shane: Shane made it special. Got us a surprise upgrade, pointed us to the best date-night spots, and kept things friendly without hovering. Huge part of why we loved it. Best stay we’ve had in ages. Already planning to come back as a couple.

Upon arrival, we were greeted with warm smiles and great energy. The only real concern was the check in process, which took longer than expected. I think allowing guests to pre upload passports/IDs or begin check in while on resort shuttles could make the process smoother. Now for the good part… the resort itself was beautiful! I was upgraded to an ocean view room and the views were amazing. The rooms, pools, beach, and overall aesthetics were absolutely stunning. The buffet was good, but I do wish the dinner dress code had been explained upon arrival. Also, premium drinks came with an additional charge, so it felt more partially inclusive than fully inclusive. I also wish the pools and nightlife stayed open later because more music, dancing, and late night fun would have been nice. The people truly made this trip memorable: Trevor: Amazing hospitality from beginning to end, always checking in and making sure we were good. Travis: Great tour guide who became like my little brother during our stay. Lady T: Full of energy and always made us feel included. Crazy Legs: Deserves a raise because he kept everyone laughing. Spicy D: Handled room concerns professionally and kept us updated every step of the way. Special shout out to Lady T, Crazy Legs, Bianca, Marcella, Corinne, Travis, Trevor, and Spicy D. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and met some amazing people who felt more like family than strangers. Jamaica, until next time! ❤️

The resort was very clean, and everyone was very friendly. The buffet was good and so were the 2 restaurants we tried. The views are breathtaking. I'm not a fan of being on the beach, but we did walk down there and there was a place to swim, but it was a little rocky. I don't like that they upcharge for premium alcohol. I'd rather see it in a preferred area already included, but they still had lots of choices for drinks without the premium alcohol. The entertainment staff by pool was amazing. The aqua aerobics instructor was so much fun.