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What is the best location for a Sandals all-inclusive vacation, honeymoon, babymoon or destination wedding? This is one of the most common questions we receive from our clients, and with an ever-expanding portfolio of Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean, it can be a tough decision to make.
Today, we're going to explore their eight destinations and help you find the best Sandals resort while giving you insider tips on how to get the best deal for your time away!
As a Sandals Chairman's Royal Club Diamond Elite travel expert, we've specialized in Sandals resorts for more than 15 years and were recognized by Sandals as the top US agency in 2024.
We hope this information helps you make the best decision for your getaway. If you have any questions, our professional travel planning services are complimentary, and we'd love to help you plan it!
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17 Sandals Resorts are Located in Eight Caribbean Countries
Jamaica: Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, Negril
St Lucia: Vieux Fort, Gros Islet
Antigua: Dickenson Bay
The Bahamas: Nassau
Barbados: St. Lawrence Gap
Grenada: Pink Gin Beach
Curacao: Willemstad
The Grenadines: St. Vincent
Interactive Map of Sandals Resorts Locations Throughout the Caribbean
Now that we know where the Sandals resorts are located and with 17 options to choose from, how do you make the right decision and how do you know where to get the best price? Let's begin by taking a deeper dive into what each destination has to offer.
Starting with the best Sandals Resort overall.
Our love for St. Lucia began many years ago and has become one of our client's favorite destinations. Best of all Sandals offers three stunning resorts on this lush tropical paradise. Of the three, Sandals Grande St. Lucian is our top pick for the best Sandals Resort in St. Lucia and the best Sandals resort overall.
To find out why, please read below or visit our comprehensive overview below and personal ranking of each property. These recommendations are based on multiple trips to these amazing destinations and feedback from over 1500 clients.
If you have questions, let's chat!
- Jonathan & Angela
Sandals Resorts Locations in Jamaica
We love Jamaica for its immense beauty found on their idyllic beaches. Enjoyed by over 4 million visitors a year, there's an infinite number of offsite excursions where you can enjoy water sports, hiking, reggae music, and food. Who else loves jerk chicken? :)
In Jamaica, Sandals all-inclusive resorts can be found in the parishes of Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, South Coast, and Negril.
Here, you'll experience the best that Jamaica has to offer.
From lounging on a private beach with a cocktail in hand to exploring the lush tropical landscapes on a guided tour to Dunn's River Falls or relaxing on a handcrafted 30ft bamboo raft at the Lethe Village, there is no shortage of things to see and do in Jamaica. And with the help of our experienced travel experts, we'll help plan it all!
So, how many Sandals Resorts are in Jamaica? Sandals offers seven resorts to choose from, and many of these options also have exchange privileges. So you can stay at one resort and play at many!
What is the Best Sandals Resort in Jamaica?
Sandals Montego Bay * Closest to the airport
Sandals South Coast * Best for relaxation
Sandals Negril * Best beach in Jamaica
Sandals Ochi * Largest and lushest
Sandals Royal Caribbean * Most intimate
Sandals Royal Plantation * All Butler
Sandals Dunn's River ** Brand new resort - Debuted June 2023
Map of Sandals Resorts In Jamaica
One of the most frequent questions we are asked is where are the Sandals Resorts located in Jamaica? With Jamaica being one of the largest islands in the Caribbean, featuring seven resorts in the parishes of Negril, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, and Whitehouse, it can be overwhelming to decide which one to go to while maximizing your time.
In the past, Montego Bay would be the right choice for a shorter stay due to its proximity to the airport. However, the Ian Fleming Airport in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, is now open with daily flights from Miami to Ocho Rios as of January 2025.
As you consider which one is right for you, there are now more options, making it even easier to travel to your preferred Sandals resort in Jamaica! Remember, it's tough to make the wrong decision as they're all great!
Sandals Resort Locations in St. Lucia
St. Lucia is located in the West Indies, and we love it for its beauty, lush rainforests, black sand beaches, and iconic twin peaks, the Pitons that tower over 2,600 feet above the sea. if you're looking to be active, this is the place!
St. Lucia offers visitors some of the best hiking and scuba diving anywhere in the Caribbean. Here, you can visit the world's only drive-through volcano, soak in a naturally heated mud bath, and take in the magical views of the botanical gardens and waterfalls.
Travel Tip: Don't wear a white bathing suit as the mud can stain your clothes.
For your stay in St. Lucia, Sandals offers three resorts, and each one is distinct in its offerings. Listed below is our ranking for the best Sandals resort in St. Lucia based on more than 15 years of experience.
For a detailed overview and ranking of each Sandals resort, you can find out what the best Sandals resort is, featuring a comprehensive review of each property.
What is the Best Sandals Resort in St. Lucia?
Sandals Grande St. Lucia * Best beach in St. Lucia
Sandals Halcyon Beach
Sandals Grande St. Lucian is our # 1 pick
Read our review about why this resort is our number one-rated Sandals Resort.
Sandals Resorts Locations in Antigua
We love Antigua for many reasons but most of all for its beautiful beaches. With 365 beaches to choose from, our favorites include Galley Bay Beach (surfing), Darkwood Beach (activities), Half Moon Bay (seclusion), and Dickenson Bay (considered the island's best and location of Sandals Grande Antigua)
The least expensive time to visit Antigua is from May to November, which is the island's off-season. Although the chances of a hurricane are higher, they are rare, and the weather remains comfortable in the 80s. The chances of rain are lower between the months of December and April, but rates are more expensive, and crowds are abundant.
Sandals offers one location in Antigua, Sandals Grande Antigua. Conveniently located just 15 minutes away from the airport, it resides on Dickenson Bay, which, to us, is the most beautiful beach in the country. This resort has received the “World’s Most Romantic Resort” award many times over and is a world-class adults-only, all-inclusive.
It caters to couples looking for a romantic getaway, and guests can choose between a cottage in the original beachfront Caribbean Grove or a suite at the poolside Mediterranean Village.
Whichever accommodation you select, you’ll find spacious rooms with mahogany four-poster king-sized beds and smart TVs. On resort dining features seven bars and eleven restaurants, serving everything from pizza at Bella Napoli to Tex-Mex at OK Corral to sushi at Kimonos.
For those interested in spa treatments, Sandals' Red Lane Spa offers exceptional massages and body scrubs. If you want to be active, as with all Sandals resorts, you have access to a variety of land and water sports. Best of all - it's all included!
Sandals Grande Antigua is our # 2 pick
Read our review about why this resort is our number two-rated Sandals Resort.
Sandals Resorts Locations in the Bahamas
The Bahamas is an island country known for its powdery white sand beaches. Here, you can walk on sand bars that seem to magically appear out of the ocean. It is a popular destination for sun-seeking visitors who come to relax on its pristine beaches and enjoy its warm tropical climate.
Looking to connect with nature? In the Bahamas, you can visit many untouched conservation areas. Our favorites are Compass Cay Marina, where you can swim with nurse sharks, the Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve (Eleuthera), and Lucayan National Park (Grand Bahama Island). If you're looking to simply relax, there are over 700 islands to choose from, and we can help you get there!
The Bahamas are also known for its cultural heritage, and in the capital city of Nassau, you'll find the newly updated Sandals Royal Bahamian and private island. If you're looking for something remote, Sandals Emerald Bay in the Exuma's sits on an expansive private beach on an island with only 20,000 residents.
What is the Best Sandals Resort in the Bahamas?
Sandals Royal Bahamian * Newly renovated featuring a private island
Sandals Emerald Bay * Closed in August 2024, to reopen as a Beaches family resort.
Sandals Resorts Locations in Barbados
Barbados is a small island located in the West Indies that's popular for snorkeling, surfing, and scuba diving. Renowned as the birthplace of rum, it's one of the most beautiful island nations in the Caribbean. With gorgeous beaches steeped with colonial history, Barbados is one of the easiest islands to visit with direct flights from most major US and Canadian cities.
Located in the St. Lawrence Gap, which is the dining and nightlife district, here you'll find two neighboring Sandals resorts. Both adults-only all-inclusive resorts offer world-class dining, drinks, water sports, and entertainment. It even has its own bowling alley, best of all - it’s all included and always unlimited. Upon arrival, your hotel staff will welcome you to paradise in song and with open arms.
What is the Best Sandals Resort in Barbados?
Sandals Royal Barbados * All Butler & Club Level accommodations
Sandals Barbados * Boutique styled resort
Sandals Royal Barbados is our # 7 pick
Read our review about why this resort is in our top 10 for the number seven-rated Sandals Resort.
Sandals Resort Locations in Grenada
Grenada is the southernmost island of the Lesser Antilles, lying in the eastern Caribbean Sea about 100 miles off the coast of Venezuela. The destination is known for its beautiful black sand beaches, clear waters, and tropical rainforests. The island is also famous for its vibrant coral reefs, making it a popular destination for snorkeling, diving, and fishing.
Another unique aspect of Grenada is the presence of the Grand Etang National Park, which is home to the Grand Etang Lake where you'll find monkeys, birds, and colorful plant species. The park offers hiking trails with amazing views of the island, too.
Sandals Grenada is located just off the opposite side of the airport and sits on a private beach. While it's not the largest Sandals resort in the portfolio, it is one of the best-appointed resorts with brand new design concepts. These features at Sandals Grenada include sky pool suites with private pools and swim ups with tranquility soaking tubs.
Sandals Grenada is our # 3 pick
Read our review about why this resort is in our top five for the number three-rated Sandals Resort.
Sandals Resorts Locations in Curacao
We love Curaçao for its stunning beaches and the offsite excursions. Here, you can sail along the southern coast on a catamaran. Visit Porto Marie and Cas Abao Beach and explore its underwater cave.
Off the resort, you can easily wander around the colorful colonial buildings of Willemstad, relax at its beautiful beaches, and snorkel in turquoise waters. For those who want to stay close, there is so much to do or not do at Sandals newest adults-only all-inclusive resort in Curaçao.
Best of all... You don’t have to worry about a thing. Food, drinks, water sports, and world-class entertainment are all included.
In Curaçao, you'll find the newly launched Sandals Royal Curaçao, which features some of the best dining and watersport options out of any of the Sandals resorts located in the Caribbean. While this isn't a true beach resort due to its proximity facing an outlet to the ocean, the food, people, pools, diving and amenities make this a destination worth visiting.
Sandals Royal Curacao is our # 13 pick
Read our review about why this resort is one of our Top-Rated Sandals Resorts.
About the Authors
Jonathan and Angela
Based out of Atlanta, GA, Rivage Travel is a boutique travel consultant group dedicated to providing personalized travel experiences. Owned by husband and wife duo Jonathan and Angela, our love for travel brought us together during a trip to Sydney, Australia. Our work is based on over 15 years of professional experience, hundreds of hours of travel industry certifications and training. We've been honored by Sandals Resorts as a top US travel agent with their highest honor of a Sandals Chairmans's Club Diamond Elite travel expert, and we look forward to using our experience to earn your business today and in the future.
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