Sandals Montego Bay Reviewed for 2024

Sandals Montego Bay is Sandals flagship resort and one of the best resorts not only in Jamaica but in the Caribbean. Sprawling across 26 acres and featuring nine restaurants with four swimming pools, it sits on a private beach and includes the amenities of three Sandals resorts in one. Stay here and you have full access to Sandals Royal Caribbean and Sandals Inn which brings the total restaurant count to twenty and bar count to twelve.  The rooms are well appointed at Sandals Montego Bay and your accommodations will feature mahogany furnishings, a four-poster bed and if desired, we can book you into one of the newest “Love Nest” suites which features luxurious accommodations and Sandals premier Butler service.

 

Why is Sandals Montego Bay our #9 pick for Best Sandals Resort?

 

• Having been the original Sandals Resort in Jamaica, it’s always been a true gem but we love it even more now as they’ve completely updated the resort and it’s absolutely breathtaking.

• The staff truly care about your vacation experience and are constantly checking in to make sure you’re having a great time.

• With nine tantalizing restaurants, the biggest decision of the day is trying to decide which one to go to.

• The rooms are well appointed and comfortable.  If you’re looking for an exclusive experience the new “Love Nest” suites are exceptional and offer luxurious accommodations and butler service. We highly recommend this to anyone who hasn’t experienced this level of service before!

• We love the pools and you’ll find they have plenty of loungers and umbrellas. 

• The private beach is beautiful, inviting and relaxing.  There are no vendors allowed on the beach.

• The bartenders are a lot of fun and the drinks are skillfully made.

• The fitness center at Sandals Montego Bay is well kept and offers a variety of options and free weights.

• The play makers are fun they do a great job providing activities to enjoy throughout the day.

• Each night there is a different theme and the entertainers do a great job engaging the audience.

• The property and landscaping are beautiful and extremely well kept.  There are many different observation points offering spectacular views.

• Who far away is Sandals Montego Bay from the airport? It’s very close! Within five minuets of leaving Sangster International Airport you’ll be greeted by a friendly bellman with a cold drink and lemongrass scented towel. Let the fun begin!

 

Additional considerations and tips for visiting Sandals Montego Bay:

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• There can be noise from the airplanes taking off and landing but it is a brief encounter and only lasts for about 30 seconds.

• Sandals Montego Bay has a rotating restaurant schedule so please check with us or with the hotel directly upon check-in to see what’s open.

• There are major updates taking place at Sandals Montego Bay and some of the guest rooms have not been renovated. Looking for a best room? Contact us today for more information.

• The pools are not as large as some of the other Sandals resorts.

• There is no elevator so you if you are in an upper floor there are stairs involved.

• Unless you're up early, the best beach chair locations might be reserved by those with butler service.

• Sandals Montego Bay is the flagship of The Sandals Resorts as such, you can expect a well-trained and helpful staff dedicated to making sure you have an exceptional travel experience. Contact us today for more information and let us put our expertise to work by planning your personalized vacation to paradise! 

• Want to know what our #10 pick is for the BEST Sandals Resort? Click here to find out!   #10 Best Sandals Resort