Weddings At Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa | Our Honest Review
Considering the Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa for your destination wedding?
Want to know if it’s the perfect spot for you?
Hold tight! We’ve got the lowdown!
Our certified wedding specialists are spilling all the details on this all-inclusive resort, pros and cons included.
Ready? Let’s dive in…
Once known as Now Onyx, this revamped Dreams resort stands out as one of the most massive and vivacious resorts of its kind along the Uvero Alto beach.
The AAA 4 Diamond Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa offers a whopping 806 lavish suites; perfect to accommodate all your wedding guests and then some!
We love that this all-inclusive paradise boasts limitless gourmet dining and top-shelf drinks at its fantastic restaurants and bars.
And hey, do indulge in a soothing massage at their delightful on-site spa for some pre-wedding relaxation!
Dreams Onyx is a tropical haven, offering endless day and night activities and romantic celebrations.
The only thing distracting you from all the fun will be the soothing sound of ocean waves!
Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa offers 5 lovely wedding packages for you to choose from.
Whether you want an intimate affair or a grand celebration, they’ve got you covered with all the essentials.
And we love how each package comes loaded with amenities and services.
5 wedding packages include:
- Wedding In Paradise – possibly free for 10 guests
- Elope In Luxury – $1,100 for you 2
- Dreams Of Love – $3,399 for 30 guests
- Dreams Ultimate – $3,799 for 30 guests
- Beyond Memorable – $10,999 – $11,199 for 79 guests, $14,499 – $14,799 for 100 guests
Additional guests can be invited from $16 to $121.5, depending on the package you choose.
Dreams Ultimate Wedding Package
A lot of our couples choose the Dreams Ultimate package.
It’s super budget-friendly but feels like a million bucks!
For $3,799, you get:
- Wedding organization & onsite coordinator.
- Preparation of couple’s wedding attire.
- Service of judge or minister.
- Ceremony décor.
- Video of ceremony (30 minutes)
- Bouquet(s) and/or boutonniere(s) for the couple.
- 2 boutonnieres & 2 corsages for the wedding party.
- 1 natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table.
- 1 natural floral centerpiece for ceremonial table.
- Semi-private rehearsal dinner for 10 guests.
- Wedding cake.
- Sparkling wine.
- Private cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres.
- Private dinner reception.
- Complimentary room for 1 member of the couple night before wedding.
- Special turndown service night of the wedding.
- Late checkout for the couple.
- Sound system with speaker & microphones.
- Hair & makeup application for 1 member of the couple for ceremony.
- Live music trio during cocktail hour.
- 15% off spa treatments.
- 50 full color photos & a wedding album.
- Choice of 1 couples spa treatment.
- Free anniversary nights.
Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa boasts 6 amazing venues.
While they’re all great, our absolute favorite is the Stone Beach venue – our couples love it too! 😍
1. Fountain Gazebo
The Fountain Gazebo is a charming venue, perfect for a dreamy wedding.
With its elegant design and serene surroundings, it sets the stage for a romantic ceremony.
- Ceremony – up to 120 guests
2. Preferred Beach
This sprawling beach venue is perfect for large weddings.
We love how the sand becomes your aisle and the ocean breeze dances through the ceremony.
- Ceremony – up to 250 guests
- Cocktail – up to 250 guests
- Reception – up to 250 guests
3. Stone Beach
As mentioned earlier, this one’s our favorite.
It’s perfect for intimate ceremonies and has sun-kissed sands, gentle waves, and a backdrop of endless blue skies.
- Ceremony – up to 60 guests
4. Garden Area
The resort’s garden area doubles up as a dreamy venue for weddings.
You’ll be surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant blooms.
- Ceremony – up to 100 guests
5. Pool Area
You can even use the area by one of the pools to celebrate your wedding with your loved ones.
It can be decked up as per your liking.
- Cocktail – up to 200 guests
- Reception – up to 200 guests
6. Ballroom
Although the ballroom at this resort is pretty charming, we recommend it only if you don’t want an outdoor wedding, or as a backup if it starts raining unseasonably.
- Ceremony – up to 70 guests
- Cocktail – up to 70 guests
- Reception – up to 70 guests
Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa is an inclusive haven that celebrates diversity.
It’s a fantastic option for hosting LGBTQ+ weddings.
Our certified wedding specialists collaborate with the resort’s team to give you the wedding of your dreams.
Need help with documentation? Our specialists can guide you with that too!
Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa is an all-suites resort with 806 spacious units.
We were impressed with the luxurious amenities in the suites, like a hot tub on the terrace or balcony, a daily restocked mini-bar, and prompt room service.
The resort also has 2-bedroom family suites situated near the family-friendly pool; perfect for your wedding guests traveling with kids.
And if you upgrade to the Preferred Club membership, you additionally get personalized concierge service, access to the Preferred Club lounge, and designated zones across the resort.
You get to choose from 6 suite categories…
- Junior Suite Garden View – 1 king-size bed, or 2 double beds
- Premium Junior Suite Tropical View – 1 king-size bed, or 2 queen beds
- Premium Junior Suite Pool View – 1 king-size bed, or 2 queen beds
- Junior Suite Swim-Up – 1 king-size bed, or 2 double beds
- Junior Suite Partial Ocean View – 1 king-size bed, or 2 double beds
- Two Bedroom Family Suite – 1 king-size bed + 2 double beds
For the wedding couple, we highly recommend the Junior Suite Swim-Up!
The Junior Suite Swim-Up offers guests direct access to a semi-private pool.
It comes with a separate living area with a sofa, and, as mentioned earlier, a furnished terrace equipped with a hot tub.
You also get 24-hour room service and 24-hour concierge service.
Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa boasts 5 cool swimming pools, including an infinity pool and a dedicated pool for the little ones to splash around.
They also have a lazy river where you gently float away while sipping on a heavenly cocktail.
Seeking an adrenaline rush? Head over to the on-site water park, where you’ll find 4 thrilling water slides waiting for you.
The palm-studded beach at the resort is perfect for snorkeling, non-motorized water sports, scuba diving, or simply lounging on beach beds.
There’s also a beachside grill and bar where you can enjoy delicious snacks and cocktails.
Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa has 12 restaurants serving up tasty local and international cuisine.
All without the hassle of making reservations!
Need a bite in your room? Their 24×7 room service has you covered.
And with 11 bars to keep you refreshed, you’ll never go thirsty!
You can also explore the dining and bar options at Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa next door.
12 restaurant options include…
- Barefoot Grill | beachside burgers, hot dogs etc.
- Bluewater Grill | North American steakhouse
- Capers | Italian cuisine
- Carnival International Café | outdoor buffet
- Cin Cin | Mediterranean cuisine
- Coco Café | café
- Coconut Korner | snacks bar
- Mercure | French cuisine
- On A Roll | burger bar
- Spice | Asian cuisine
- Sundaez | ice cream parlor
- Tamarindo | Mexican cuisine
Get ready for a blast!
Dreams Onyx Punta Cana has a bucketful of activities and entertainment options for you and your guests!
Dive into exciting water sports, beach volleyball, and poolside fun.
Brace yourself for live music, dazzling shows, and themed parties that keep the energy high until the wee hours.
Fun activities and entertainment include…
- Snorkeling
- Scuba diving
- Deep-sea fishing
- Tennis lessons
- Volleyball
- Explorer’s Club for kids
- Core Zone Teens Club
- Fitness center
- Spa
- Yoga classes
- Water park
- Dance classes
- Theme parties
Q. Is Dreams Onyx the same as Now Onyx?
Yes, they are the same. Dreams Onyx used to be called Now Onyx until June 2021.
Q. How far is Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa from the airport?
It takes about 40 minutes to reach the resort from the Punta Cana International Airport.
Q. On which beach is Dreams Onyx located?
The resort is located on the popular Uvero Alto beach in Punta Cana.
Q. Do guests at Dreams Onyx have access to Breathless Punta Cana?
Yes. Guests are free to hop between the resorts and access all Breathless facilities, including the casino, club, bars, restaurants, pools, and beach.
Just remember, Breathless is adults-only, so if you’re travelling with kids at Dreams Onyx, you can’t bring them to Breathless.
The Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa has everything your destination wedding needs!
They’ve got roomy suites, fantastic wedding packages, delicious eats and drinks, plus tons of activities to entertain your wedding guests.
But hey, you want to weigh the pros and cons, am I right?
So I asked our team of certified wedding planners what they thought of this resort.
Here’s their honest opinion… 👇
Things we love:
- Plenty of dazzling venues.
- Guests love the pools and lazy river.
- Access to amenities of Breathless Punta Cana.
- Excellent service.
- Perfect for families.
Things we don’t love:
- Seaweed can be a problem on the beach.
- The pools close early here compared to other resorts in the area.
- The best suites seem to be saved for Preferred Club members.
- Language can be a barrier sometimes.
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