Find your kind of paradise.
Beautiful beaches, the right atmosphere, and those little details that make all the difference. Here’s how the Sandals resorts compare.
Jamaica
Sandals Montego Bay 2.0*
*Sandals 2.0 — A fresh take on Sandals, with newer or reimagined resorts offering a more modern feel.
Beach & Water: Long white-sand beachfront and bright turquoise water. Generally easy swimming, with some sections more sheltered than others.
The Vibe: Lively, social and energetic, with plenty happening after dinner.
Sandals Caribbean Cay 2.0
Beach & Water: Short mainland beach with calm, clear water. More beach space and swimming spots on its private island.
The Vibe: Smaller, romantic and relaxed. Evenings are fairly low-key.
Sandals Negril
Beach & Water: Long, soft-sand beach with shallow, usually calm blue water. Wonderful for beach walks and sunsets.
The Vibe: Casual, relaxed and friendly, with some nightlife but nothing over the top.
Sandals South Coast 2.0
Beach & Water: Long, natural beach with light sand and turquoise water. Some areas have seagrass and a softer bottom, so swimming varies along the shore.
The Vibe: Spacious and peaceful, with lively pools and entertainment when you want it.
Sandals Ochi
Beach & Water: Smaller coves and short beach areas rather than one long sandy shoreline. Water is often clear, but beach space is limited.
The Vibe: Large, lively and social. One of the better picks for nightlife.
Sandals Royal Plantation
Beach & Water: Two small, sheltered sandy beaches with typically calm, clear water.
The Vibe: Small, intimate and especially romantic. Quiet evenings.
Sandals Dunn's River 2.0
Beach & Water: Golden-sand beachfront and clear turquoise water, with a few rocky spots at the water’s edge.
The Vibe: Modern, romantic and social. Fun evening scene without being a party resort.
Saint Lucia
Sandals Grande St. Lucian
Beach & Water: Longer sandy beachfront, clear blue-green water and usually calm swimming in Rodney Bay.
The Vibe: Romantic but lively, with a good mix of beach time and nightlife.
Sandals Regency La Toc
Beach & Water: Golden sand in a scenic cove. Gorgeous views, but waves can be strong and swimming is sometimes restricted.
The Vibe: Large, romantic and very hilly, with lots of slopes and stairs. More activity around the main pool.
Sandals Halcyon Beach
Beach & Water: Narrower golden-sand beach with blue-green water. A gentle slope and occasional waves.
The Vibe: Small, quiet and relaxed, with intimate garden surroundings.
Eastern Caribbean
Sandals Grande Antigua
Beach & Water: Wide, soft white-sand beach and clear turquoise water on Dickenson Bay. Great for swimming and long beach walks.
The Vibe: Romantic with a social side, but not a big nightlife resort.
Sandals Barbados
Beach & Water: White sand and bright blue water on Dover Beach. Waves can be stronger than at sheltered Caribbean bays.
The Vibe: Social, with activity by the pools and easy access to Royal Barbados next door.
Sandals Royal Barbados
Beach & Water: Shares the same white-sand Dover Beach. Beautiful blue water, with some surf and occasional seaweed.
The Vibe: Modern, lively and social, particularly around the pools and bars.
Southern Caribbean
Sandals Royal Curaçao 2.0
Beach & Water: Beautiful deep-blue water and a small, protected sandy swimming area. This is not a long, walkable beach.
The Vibe: Stylish and relaxed, with plenty of reasons to explore the island.
Sandals Grenada
Beach & Water: Small sandy coves with crystal-clear turquoise water and rocky edges. Sheltered places for swimming.
The Vibe: Compact, romantic and upscale, with both quiet corners and lively pool areas.
Sandals Saint Vincent 2.0
Beach & Water: Dark golden-sand cove and clear water framed by green mountains. A different look from the usual white-sand Caribbean beach.
The Vibe: Quiet, romantic and nature-focused. Not a big nightlife destination.
Bahamas
Sandals Royal Bahamian
Beach & Water: Soft, pale sand and clear turquoise water. The private island has another beautiful beach and more room to spread out.
The Vibe: Social around the main pools, with quieter places to escape.
Included at Sandals
The little extras add up. At Sandals, many of them are already included.
- Restaurants, drinks, and premium spirits.
- Airport transfers and Wi-Fi.
- Snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, and other water sports.
- Scuba diving for certified divers.
- Live entertainment, pools, and fitness facilities.
- Pickleball and other land sports at select resorts.
- Golf green fees at participating resorts in Jamaica and Saint Lucia.
- Taxes and standard gratuities included.
Golf, pickleball and individual water sports vary by resort. Scuba instruction or certification costs extra for non-certified divers. Spa treatments, excursions and some other experiences are additional; butler tips are an exception to the usual no-tipping policy.