How to Pick a Sandals Resort

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The Caribbean is home to 17 luxurious Sandals resorts on 7 different islands. Each has its own unique style and offerings. With so many options to choose from, it can be very hard to pick the best Sandals resort for your honeymoon or couples’ getaway.

We have been to every Sandals resort and are here to help!

The how to pick a Sandals resort Reddit thread recommends that you set a budget, consider what sort of vacation you want to experience, list your “must-haves,” know what type of room is important to you, decide what activities you want to do, take into account how long it takes to get there, look at videos of the different resorts and rooms, and read others’ reviews but take them with a grain of salt.

Here are our suggestions for how to pick a Sandals resort:

  • Consider what kind of vacation you want: Do you want to dive and snorkel? Will you just lounge on the beach and relax? Do you want to explore the island?
  • Go on the Sandals website and check out the “Find a Sandals that is right for you” page—it lists all the locations and you can search by various criteria such as location, activities, and features.
  • Work with a certified Sandals travel agent (like us!) who can give you insider advice.

Another way to do it is by looking for resorts that fit certain criteria. The categories below can help you narrow your search.

Best-rated Sandals Resorts

The Sandals resorts with the highest ratings are Sandals Dunn’s River, Sandals Royal Plantation, and Sandals South Coast in Jamaica, Sandals Grenada, Sandals St. Vincent, and Sandals Grande St. Lucian and Sandals Halcyon Beach in St. Lucia.

Easiest Sandals to Get to

Every Sandals resort is located in the Caribbean, and some are closer and easier to get to than others. The closest Sandals resorts to the US are Sandals Royal Bahamian and the 7 Sandals locations in Jamaica.

Within Jamaica, the Sandals closest to the airport are Sandals Montego Bay and Sandals Royal Caribbean.

Other Sandals resorts that are close to the airport are Sandals Grenada, Sandals Royal Bahamian, and Sandals Royal Barbados and Barbados.

Most Peaceful Sandals Resorts

The Sandals resorts with the most laidback and quiet atmospheres are Sandals Royal Plantation, Sandals South Coast, and Sandals Negril in Jamaica; Sandals Halcyon Beach in St. Lucia; and Sandals St. Vincent.

Best Sandals for Nightlife

While all Sandals resorts have nightly entertainment included in the rate like theme parties, live music, piano bars, beach parties, and more, some locations have a more vibrant nightlife. These include:

  • Sandals Royal Barbados and Barbados
  • Sandals Montego Bay
  • Sandals Ochi

Cheapest Sandals Resorts

Rates vary at Sandals resorts depending on the time of year you visit and the room you choose, but the cheapest Sandals resort is Sandals Ochi in Jamaica. Other more affordable choices are Sandals Negril, Sandals South Coast, Sandals Grande Antigua, and Sandals Barbados.

Sandals Resorts with Best Beaches

Every Sandals is set on a beautiful white-sand beach, but some are nicer than others. Our picks for the best beaches at Sandals are:

  • Sandals Grenada
  • Sandals Barbados and Royal Barbados
  • Sandals South Coast, Jamaica
  • Sandals Grande St. Lucian
  • Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica
  • Sandals St. Vincent
  • Sandals Grande Antigua

Best Sandals for Snorkeling and Scuba

While you’ll enjoy complimentary watersports at every Sandals resort, some are situated on islands that offer top-notch snorkeling and scuba diving. These are:

Best Sandals for Golf

The best Sandals resorts for golf are in Jamaica and St. Lucia. These include:

  • Sandals Dunn’s River
  • Sandals Ochi
  • Sandals Royal Plantation
  • Sandals Halcyon Beach
  • Sandals Grande St. Lucian
  • Sandals Regency La Toc

Best Sandals for Honeymoons

Although all the Sandals resorts are designed to deliver a romantic experience for couples, some are even more perfect for honeymoons than others. These include:

  • Sandals Grenada
  • Sandals Royal Plantation, Jamaica
  • Sandals South Coast, Jamaica
  • Sandals Grande St. Lucian
  • Sandals Halcyon Beach
  • Sandals Dunn’s River, Jamaica
  • Sandals St. Vincent
  • Sandals Negril, Jamaica
  • Sandals Royal Caribbean, Jamaica

Best Sandals for Foodies

While every Sandals has multiple gourmet restaurants offering a range of cuisines, there are some that stand out. Our picks for best Sandals resorts for food are:

  • Sandals Dunn’s River
  • Sandals Royal Curacao
  • Sandals St. Vincent
  • Sandals Royal Barbados and Barbados

Sandals Ochi is also worth considering for sheer number of options—it has the most restaurants of any location, with 16.

Best Sandals for Offsite Excursions

You can book excursions at an extra cost at any Sandals resort, but some islands have more to offer than others. In our opinion, these are St. Lucia, Grenada, and Jamaica.

Sandals Resorts with Overwater Bungalows

  • Sandals South Coast, Jamaica
  • Sandals Royal Caribbean, Jamaica
  • Sandals Grande St. Lucian
  • Sandals St. Vincent

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