Sandals Resorts Reviews & Trip Reports

Jonathan and Angela Patton

Awarded Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club Diamond Elite travel advisors and founders of Rivage Travel and Best Caribbean Resorts.

The luxury-included concept reflects a true passion for perfection, setting Sandals Resorts apart from any other All-Inclusive resort brand in the Caribbean.

Whether you’re looking for the best Sandals resort in Jamaica, Antigua, St Lucia, the Bahamas, Grenada or Barbados, Curacao or St Vincent, there’s more dining, more activities, and more romance here than at any other resort brand.

As one of the few award-winning Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club Diamond Elite Travel Experts, we specialize in delivering a unique Sandals & Beaches vacation experience.

Below are our personal reviews and trip reports based on our extensive travels to these destinations. We hope they help guide you to your decision. If you have questions, let’s connect! We’d love to help plan your unforgettable destination wedding, vacation, or family getaway!

Contact us today for our exclusive rates and offers!

Jonathan and Angela Sandals Specialists CRC

Sandals Resorts Locations In The Caribbean

There are 17 Sandals resorts are located in 8 Caribbean nations. From Jamaica to Saint Vincent, there is a resort waiting for you. Each resort is different with it’s own vibe and for us that is one of the things we love the most about Sandals! Let us tell you why!

1. Sandals Grande St. Lucian Review (2025): It's Still the Best!

Location: Gros Islet, St. Lucia

Aerial view of a resort pool area with the word 'Sandals' painted in blue on the bottom of the pool, surrounded by lush greenery, beach loungers, white umbrellas, and cabanas.

 Why it’s perfect:

After spending our fourth unforgettable week here, I can confidently say that Sandals Grande St. Lucian should be at the top of everyone’s list and is without a doubt the best Sandals resort in the Caribbean.

Rating: 4.9 / 5.0

2. Sandals Regency La Toc Review | The Most Glamorous Of Them All

Location: Castries, St. Lucia

Sandals Regency LaToc main beach

Why it’s perfect:

In short, the Sandals Regency La Toc resort in St. Lucia offers one of those experiences that makes you wonder why you ever stayed anywhere else. From the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us with a smile, and as we prepared for our check-in, I could see that beachfront pool with its swim-up bar calling my name. Mojito, anyone?

Rating: 4.6 / 5.0

3. Sandals Ochi Review: Our Getaway to The Northern Coast of Jamaica

Location: Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Sandals Ochi - Best Sandals Resort

Why it’s perfect:

This property is the largest Sandals resort and the most affordable. With room rates starting at $182.00 per person, per night, there is a room to match any budget for an all-inclusive getaway.

Rating: 4.4 / 5.0

4. Sandals Royal Curaçao: Everything You Need to Know About this Dutch Island Resort

Location: Santa Barbara Estate, Porta Blancu, Willemstad, Curaçao

Aerial view of a tropical island featuring white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and lush green hills, with resort buildings along the shore and boats in the water.

Why it’s perfect:

I visited Sandals Royal Curacao in 2024 for a conference recognizing its top travel advisors and found it to be one of my favorite Sandals resorts in the portfolio. Located on a white sand beach on the southern Caribbean coast of Curacao, this all-inclusive resort is one of the newest Sandals Resorts and has everything you could dream of in a getaway—and then some. From exceptional service to world-class amenities focused on romance, relaxation, and adventure, it’s where people of all ages will enjoy themselves.

Here’s why we think you should make Sandals Royal Curacao your next vacation destination.

Rating: 4.7 / 5.0

5. Sandals Halcyon Beach Review | Our Low Key Tropical Escape

Location: Castries – Gros Islet Hwy, Castries, St. Lucia

Sandals Halcyon Beach

Why it’s perfect:

Historically speaking, this has not been top of mind when compared to the other two in St. Lucia, but that has started to change, especially with the recent updates that Sandals Halcyon Beach has received over the past 18 months.

Before we get into our Sandals Halcyon Review and Trip Report, let’s talk about the resort itself.

Rating: 4.7 / 5.0

6. Sandals Royal Caribbean Review | Overwater Bungalows and a Private Island

Location: Mahoe Cl, Montego Bay, Jamaica

Sandals & Beaches Resort Specialists

Why it’s perfect:

For 2025, Sandals has finally completed most of the Sandals Royal Caribbean renovations that started in 2023, and having been away from this property for several years – it was time to come back.

Rating: 4.7 / 5.0

7. Sandals St Vincent: Sandals Newest Resort Reviewed for 2025

Location: Buccament Bay, St. Vincent & Grenadines

Sandals Saint Vincent Sunset

Why it’s perfect:

Occupying 50 acres, Sandals St Vincent and the Grenadines embodies the Sandals 2.0 modernization philosophy. It is truly one of the most beautiful resorts ever built and is quickly becoming one of our favorite Sandals resorts.

Rating: 4.8 / 5.0

8. Sandals Negril Reviewed: A Top Jamaica All Inclusive

Location: Negril, Jamaica

Aerial view of a beach resort featuring a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and cabanas, with white sand beach and turquoise waters in the background.

Why it’s perfect:

Sandals Negril was my first Sandals experience and the story is that we were having such a good time, that we completely lost track of the days and ended up staying and extra night. As you could imagine the departure was chaotic and costly as was the experience getting home, however what it told us was that Sandals is a truly special place and five nights will never be enough, again.

Rating: 4.6 / 5.0

9. Sandals Montego Bay Review | Where the Beach Goes On

Location: Montego Bay, Jamaica

Sandals Montego Bay Swim out

Why it’s perfect:

Since starting a family, we don’t have as many opportunities to stay at Sandals Resorts as we used to. Instead, most of our travels now take us to Beaches Resorts, the family-friendly resort brand owned by Sandals. So when we do get a break, we make sure to pick the right one!

For this trip, we headed to Sandals flagship resort, Sandals Montego Bay, in Jamaica.

Rating: 4.7 / 5.0

10. Sandals Royal Bahamian Review: The Top All-Inclusive in Nassau, Bahamas?

Location: Nassau, Bahamas

Sandals Royal Bahamian

Why it’s perfect:

As rated by more than 13,000 guests on Trip Advisor and 1,500 of our own clients’ experiences, Sandals Royal Bahamian is arguably the best luxury all-inclusive Bahamian resort in Nassau, Bahamas. Designed exclusively for couples, this resort is only 45 minutes from Miami and the closest Sandals resort to the United States.

Rating: 4.6 / 5.0

11. Sandals South Coast | Jamaica's Top All-Inclusive for Adults

Location: South Coast, Jamaica

Aerial view of a coastal resort surrounded by greenery, featuring white buildings with red roofs, pools, and sandy beach along a turquoise sea with boats anchored nearby.

Why it’s perfect:

Situated on Jamaica’s southern coastline, Sandals South Coast is a couples-only, all-inclusive resort in Whitehouse, Jamaica. This tropical getaway is designed for those looking to unwind in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere while enjoying sweeping ocean views, incredible dining, and breathtaking sunsets on a private beach. With its modern comforts and immense beauty, the resort feels like a retreat from the everyday.

Rating: 4.7 / 5.0

12. Sandals Royal Barbados Review | The Jet Setters Paradise

Location: Maxwell Beach, Oistins, Christ Church Barbados

Why it’s perfect:

Picture this: A warm Caribbean breeze as you exit the plane and walk onto the tarmac where you are surrounded by clear turquoise waters, heading towards the first all butler, all club-level, all-inclusive Sandals resort designed exclusively for couples.

Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

13. Sandals Grande Antigua Review: The World's Most Romantic Resort

Location: St John’s, Antigua & Barbuda

Aerial view of a tropical resort featuring a large, intricately designed pool with the word 'Sandals' written on the surface, lush green gardens, beach umbrellas, and white sand beach along a turquoise ocean.

Why it’s perfect:

Today, we will share our insider tips to help you decide if this is a top contender for your next getaway. In short, if you don’t read anything past this first sentence, I’m pleased to report that it’s still one of our top destinations – so go! 

Rating: 4.8 / 5.0

14. Sandals Dunn's River - The Rising Star

Location: Ochi Rios, Dunns River

Sandals Dunns River Main Pool

Why it’s perfect:

Tucked away in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Sandals Dunn’s River is one of the Country’s newest Sandals resorts and top spots. Every detail—from the panoramic views to the room amenities—has been carefully designed to ensure an unforgettable stay.

Rating: 4.8 / 5.0

15. Sandals Royal Plantation - One of the Best

Location: Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Sandals Royal Plantation

Why it’s perfect:

Located in the beauty of Ocho Rios, Sandals Royal Plantation is a testament to time. As one of the smaller resorts, this all-butler resort offers a bespoke travel experience that combines personalized service with a tropical paradise.

Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

16. Sandals Barbados Review for 2025

Location: Barbados

Sandals Barbados Sunset

Why it’s perfect:

Sandals Barbados will always be special to our family, and after returning just this past year for our babymoon, we can say that it is still truly a special property.​ Today, we want to share our recent visit to help you decide if this is the right place for your vacation, anniversary trip, babymoon, or destination wedding.

Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

17. Sandals Grenada | Resort Review for 2025

Location: Pink Gin Beach, St George’s, Grenada

Sandals Grenada main Pool

Why it’s perfect:

Sandals Grenada is a couples-only, all-inclusive paradise that provides an unforgettable, authentic Caribbean experience. Located on 17 acres along the renowned Pink Gin Beach, this sophisticated modern resort is only a five-minute drive from the Maurice Bishop International Airport.

Rating: 4.8 / 5.0

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