Franklyn D Resort And Spa
Runaway Bay, JamaicaAll travelers
Our take
Family‑oriented all‑inclusive beachfront resort with personal vacation nanny service included
- 78 rooms
- 4 dining venues listed
Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Runaway Bay, Jamaica
- Audience
- All travelers
- Brand
- Independent
- Rooms
- 78
- Dining listed
- 4 venues
Why travelers love it
“Family‑oriented all‑inclusive beachfront resort with personal vacation nanny service included”
Guests consistently praise the included nanny service for families and wide range of complimentary activities for kids and teens such as waterslides, supervised crafts, and nightly entertainment.
Food & drink
StrongAuthentic Jamaican cooking is a genuine highlight, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner earning consistent praise and staff happily accommodating off-menu requests. Expect home-style variety rather than gourmet polish or rotating buffet themes.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Authentic Jamaican dishes done well
- Staff accommodate special requests
- All-day snacks like pizza and burgers
- Family-style, welcoming atmosphere
Heads up
- Breakfast and lunch can feel repetitive
- Not gourmet or high-end presentation
Dining overview
Four on‑site restaurants including Verandah (buffet and a la carte), Pier (adults‑only Italian), Overproof (adults‑only Jamaican specialties some nights), and Sea Cotton Tree Grill (casual sandwiches/grill until late); buffet and a la carte options available.
4 documented dining venues
Verandah Restaurant
buffet and some a la carte
The Pier Restaurant
adults‑only Italian
Overproof Restaurant
Jamaican specialties evenings
Counts and access can vary by source and room tier.
Beach
StrongA clean, walkable stretch of Caribbean shoreline with clear water you can see straight through, plus a small private enclave right in front of the resort. Post-hurricane access to the neighboring beach is currently limited.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Clear water, visible sea floor
- Private beach enclave out front
- Kayaking and on-site boat rides
- Long walkable stretch of sand
Heads up
- Walking access to adjacent beach restricted post-hurricane
Small sheltered private beach area divided into two coves, safe for families but limited in size; jewel Runaway Bay Beach next door is larger and accessible to guests.
Pools
MixedTwo pools plus the Big Blue waterslide keep kids happy, but the pool area is visibly dated and some slide features have been out of service. Functional and fun for families, not a design showpiece.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Two pools plus water slide
- Water aerobics and pool games
- Fun for kids of all ages
Heads up
- Slides reported broken in main pool
- Pool area looks worn and faded
- Needs paint and updates
Four outdoor pools including a main pool, two plunge or small pools, and a slide pool with a roughly 100‑ft waterslide; all are lifeguarded and family‑oriented.
Rooms & suites
78 roomsOne‑ to three‑bedroom suites with kitchenettes (microwave, stovetop, fridge—snack‑stocked), living/dining space, balcony/patio; decor dated but spacious; honeymoon suites lack fridge. All suites include free Wi‑Fi, satellite TV, AC, and often ocean views.
Room categories
- One‑bedroom suite
- Two‑bedroom suite
- Three‑bedroom suite
- Honeymoon suite
Room details here are AI-assisted, compiled from the resort's own website and public sources. Categories and names change often — confirm the exact room when you book.
What’s included
StrongWhen you factor in the included nanny, the all-day food, and the activity roster, the math works, especially for families who would otherwise pay for childcare. Just know you are paying for people and programming, not modern hardware.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Nanny service included in rate
- All meals, snacks, and drinks covered
- Packed daily activity schedule
- Repeat guests return year after year
Heads up
- Extra-guest and child fees can surprise at booking
- Rooms and grounds feel stuck in the 80s
- Website photos oversell current condition
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
StretchThis is a family resort at heart, but couples traveling without kids have quietly enjoyed it thanks to warm staff and a low-key beach setting. Romance seekers looking for adults-only polish should look elsewhere.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Quiet, uncrowded feel off-season
- Staff treat repeat guests like family
- Small beachside rooms near the pier
Heads up
- Kid-focused programming dominates
- Dated rooms lack romantic polish
- No adults-only areas
Families
IdealThe included personal nanny is the headline, and it genuinely transforms the trip: parents actually finish conversations while kids race off to goat races, crab races, water slides, and tie-dye. This is one of the strongest family resorts in Jamaica for young children and neurodivergent kids.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Dedicated nanny 8:30 to 4:30 included
- Endless kid activities: goat races, crab races, karaoke
- Water slide and two pools
- Welcoming to autistic children and single parents
Heads up
- Teens may find programming skews young
Peace & Quiet
StrongSmall, low-density, and refreshingly unhurried, especially post-hurricane when occupancy has been light. Kids are busy with nannies most of the day, which keeps common areas surprisingly calm.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Small property, low guest counts
- Kids occupied by nannies during day
- Hammocks and quiet beach nooks
- No party or club scene
Includes personal vacation nanny (9 am–4:40 pm), free land and water sports (kayaking, snorkeling, glass‑bottom boat), fitness center, spa treatments, playground, arcade/game room, tennis, basketball, evening entertainment, computers/cyber‑centre.
Water sports included
- kayaking
- snorkeling
- glass‑bottom boat
What guests say
Medium confidence33 reviews · through Oct 2026
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Consistently praised
Recurring complaints
Best suited for
What past guests say
“We took my mom for her 80th birthday in July. We met a gentleman who was so kind to us, later found out that he was the manager. The staff was great, they made us feel at home and treated our mom/grandma with such love and respect. I would recommend this resort to anyone. Thanks to the ladies at the restaurant, they were all great. Thanks to Shana and her crew, their hospitality will definitely be remembered. Thank you to the manager who made us feel valued. Great resort to take your family....”
★★★★★
★★★★★
“I stayed there with my family recently. While FDR is a small and more private, the parking lot is small. A few days there were more guests than staff present. They provide Nanny service and although I did not need that service, they were very careful and engaging with the kids.The staff is very nice and appear to enjoy their jobs. They were usually approachable, but the young lady in rhe office seemed annoyed to answer questions. Renovations are urgently needed here. The rooms are large but...”
★☆☆☆☆
“We visited in the summer, my husband wanted to take his mom and couple other family members so we needed somewhere affordable. We booked two rooms. After checking out the photos we knew we had to take one for the team. Well upon arrival I felt disappointed, the place is run down and small. First I must say the rooms are spacious and I liked the layout. But don’t make the mistake and look at the mattress, at least 30yrs old…. Gross! The bathrooms are not sealed so the AC leaks if you leave...”
★★☆☆☆
“This place is awesome I stayed for 2 nights in room 15 & 19 on the 21-22 July 2026. You guys are awesome the food was lovely. I particularly love the salads. Soups and stew beef which was chef kiss. The kids didn't want to leave, nanny's are great, the staff are fantastic and the services all around 10. You guys need to promote yourself more and should be proud of the services you offer.”
★★★★★
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Know before you book
- Rooms and property decor feel dated
- Beach area is small and limited
- Honeymoon suite lacks fridge
- Walking access to adjacent beach restricted post-hurricane
What you should know
What to Know
This is a small, locally owned property still recovering from Hurricane Melissa, so expect closed sections and dated finishes alongside genuinely exceptional staff. Read the occupancy rules carefully before booking through third parties.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Smooth airport-to-resort bus transfer
- Day-pass option available for outside guests
- Staff go above and beyond with special requests
Heads up
- Standard occupancy is 2 adults; extra child and adult fees apply
- Pier restaurant and some amenities closed for hurricane repairs
- Shops and off-site attractions require a drive
- Rooms and bathrooms feel dated
All ages are welcome; snorkeling equipment is provided.
Good to know
- Vacation nanny free until 4:40 pm, after-hours rate applies
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- 5
- Review excerpts
- 20
- Dining venues
- 4
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- Videos
- 3
- Editorial lenses
- 8
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- Last updated
- October 8, 2026
- Sources
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- Completeness
- 83%
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