With over 15 years of experience in the Caribbean, our extensive research, personal travels, and clients’ feedback tell us that the best Sandals resorts for honeymoons are Sandals Saint Vincent, Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Dunn’s River, Sandals Grenada, and Sandals South Coast, each chosen for privacy, romance, and island experiences.
Today, in this guide, we’ll explain why they stand out and how to choose the right one for your style, vibe, and budget. To start, for many of our clients, choosing the right honeymoon spot is about how it feels when you arrive, and we understand that feeling.
Is the resort peaceful or buzzing with action? Is the room quiet and private? Are the views everything you imagined a Caribbean destination to be?
The reality is, no two Sandals resorts are alike, which is one of the reasons why we love Sandals resorts for a honeymoon getaway.
Awarded Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club Diamond Elite travel experts and founders of Rivage Travel and Best Caribbean Resorts.
Hi! We’re Jonathan and Angela from Rivage Travel and Best Caribbean Resorts. We’ve not only personally stayed at every Sandals resort, but we’ve been recognized by Sandals as one of the few Sandals Royal Chairman’s Club Diamond Elite travel experts and were awarded as their #1 travel agency in the US for 2024.
We know the exact suites that face the sunset, which beaches stay calm in the afternoon, and which room categories book out months in advance.
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If you’re short on time or just want the fast answer, here’s where we consistently send our honeymoon clients, and why
For couples looking for modern, privacy and untouched Caribbean vibes.
For their legendary SkyPool Suites, private beach and world-class diving
For beach lovers who want space, seclusion, and slow mornings.
For beach lovers who want space, seclusion, and slow mornings.
Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a romantic getaway, a romantic reset, or just need a break that actually feels like a break, we’re here for you!
Want Help Choosing The Best Sandals Resort For Your Dream Trip? Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a romantic getaway, a romantic reset, or just need a break that actually feels like a break, we’ve got you.
When planning a honeymoon, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially if you’re preoccupied with wedding preparations. Every resort looks like paradise online, and let’s be honest, they all are, but that doesn’t mean they’ll match what you’re looking for in a honeymoon getaway.
Here’s what we tell our clients to focus on first and how we qualify a resort for them:
Some couples want to land and be at the resort within the hour (hello, Sandals Montego Bay, hello, Sandals Grenada). Others are great if it leads to jaw-dropping scenery (like Sandals Grande St. Lucian or Sandals Saint Vincent). In fact, many of our honeymooners say the helicopter transfer and water ferry in St. Lucia was a highlight, not just a shortcut.
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Prefer long, walkable beaches? Look at Sandals Negril or Sandals Grande Antigua. Love the pool scene? Sandals Grenada, Sandals Royal Barbados, Sandals Dunn’s River, and Sandals Grande St. Lucian would be the best Sandals resorts as they all have phenomenal swim-up and SkyPool options.
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Rooms under $300/night exist at Sandals, but they’re limited and go fast. At Sandals, rooms range from affordable entry-level options to luxurious suites with beachfront access, privacy, and premium amenities, so there’s something for every couple. The most romantic suites (Skypools, Sandals Overwater Bungalows, Millionaire Suites) start around $900 and can climb north of $2,000/night depending on season. One big tip? Don’t wait. Booking too late means missing out on the suites that could make a honeymoon feel truly special. Best of all, you can use Sandals flexible payment options with a hold for $400, and the final payment is not due until 60 days before arrival.
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If you’re traveling within 12 months of your wedding or 30 days of your wedding anniversary, Sandals offers a few complimentary touches, including breakfast in bed and a sparkling wine welcome for honeymooners, as well as a free night in a club or butler level room for anniversary celebrations. You have to register for these perks, and we’ll make sure these promotions get applied, and more than once, we’ve unlocked promotions that others were unaware of.
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You don’t have to book the most expensive room to have a romantic stay, but it is worth being strategic. For example, we often steer honeymooners away from swim-up suites unless they’re seeking poolside energy (they can lack privacy). Upper-floor suites, especially with ocean views or plunge pools, offer more seclusion and better views for the same price.
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One of the best things about choosing Sandals Resorts for your honeymoon is the activities and excursions designed just for couples. At resorts like Sandals Grande St. Lucian and Sandals Royal Caribbean, you can start your day with breakfast in bed inside your beachfront suite, then head out for a day of fun activities—think paddleboarding, kayaking, or even a sunset catamaran cruise.
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If getting underwater is on your honeymoon bucket list, Sandals Resorts are a diver’s paradise. While each resort offers unlimited dives, the best honeymoon Sandals resorts for scuba diving will be found at Sandals Grande St. Lucian (dive the Pitons!), Sandals Saint Vincent, and Sandals Grenada (shipwrecks). Not a certified diver yet? No problem—Sandals offers courses so you can get certified right at the resort and we recommend taking the online PADI course before arriving.
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While the beaches and amazing ocean views are a huge draw, Sandals Resorts also deliver when it comes to land activities for couples. If you’re looking for some serious downtime, treat yourselves to a couple’s massage or a spa treatment at the Red Lane Spa. Travel Tip: Go for the Lavender Scalp massage. Prefer to stay active? Enjoy a round of golf, try your hand at tennis, or take a yoga class together in lush tropical gardens.
OK, now that you know what to look for, here’s where to find it. These five resorts stand out, each in its own way featuring a selection of exclusive beaches, private islands, and dramatic settings to suit every type of traveler.
Location: Saint Vincent and The Grenadines
Vibe:
Off-the-grid romance with contemporary finishes showcasing the best of Sandals 2.0 modernization philosophy
Why Sandals Saint Vincent is Perfect For A Honeymoon:
Couples who want something fresh, peaceful, and effortlessly stylish fall in love with Sandals Saint Vincent. The layout is thoughtfully spaced out, with bicycles available to navigate the resort, which is a unique feature found only here and at Sandals Royal Curacao. Sandals St. Vincent delivers on the amenities too, with specialty dining and activities you expect from a world-class resort, making it ideal for guests wanting a complete, all-in-one experience!
Standout Detail:
Beachfront butler suites where you can walk from your bed to the ocean in 30 seconds. It’s also the only Sandals resort with two-story overwater villas and a two-bedroom beachfront butler suite for friends traveling together.
Price Range:
$750–$2,000 per night
Pro Tip:
This is a great resort for couples who prefer wine at sunset and mornings without crowds.
Caveat:
The beach is beautiful here but is not one of the larger ones in the portfolio
It’s new, yes, but the privacy and scenery are second to none. Just be selective with your room, and go in knowing it’s a more relaxed, upscale Sandals experience.
Location: Gros Islet, St. Lucia
Vibe:
Lush, panoramic views, postcard-perfect.
Why Sandals Grande St. Lucian is Perfect For A Honeymoon:
If you’ve ever dreamed of a honeymoon that looks like a magazine spread, turquoise water, volcanic peaks, and overwater bungalows, this is where it becomes reality. It’s also the best option for calm water swimming in St. Lucia. It’s like Bora Bora without the flight time. One of our honeymoon clients stayed in an overwater suite and was overwhelmed with emotion upon leaving. She did book a second stay, which makes the end of resort blues a little more manageable.
Notable Detail:
The resort is located on a causeway between the Atlantic and Caribbean, giving it calm, swimmable waters on one side and dramatic views on the other. For those looking for an ocean view, the best are found on the Caribbean side as the Atlantic faces the main road coming into the resort. The resort is also close to Rodney Bay, a popular and scenic destination known for its calm waters ideal for watersports, its proximity to Pigeon Island National Park, and its appeal for outdoor activities and stunning viewpoints.
Price Range:
~$500–$1,800 per night
Pro Tip:
Helicopter transfers are available at a discounted rate of $371.00 per couple and are absolutely worth it. You’ll skip a 90-minute winding drive and start your honeymoon in style.
The food at Sandals Grande St. Lucian is a true highlight, with your best meals found at Buccan (Sandals Regency LaToc) and Gordon’s (Sandals Grande St. Lucian), two of the most elevated dining experiences at any Sandals.
Rating: 9.8 / 10 | Location: Grenada
Our Note:
9.8 / 10 – Modern, romantic, and home to the epic SkyPool Suites with a private plunge pool, ideal for couples wanting a wow factor.
Why Sandals Grenada Is Perfect For A Honeymoon:
Grenada balances modern luxury with a fun, relaxed energy. From the dramatic infinity-edge SkyPool Suites to the cascading, stunning pools and quiet beach coves, this resort was designed to impress from the moment you arrive. And it’s just five minutes from the airport.
Best For: Couples who want luxury, a private beach, and efficiency all in one place
What to Expect:
What We Love:
Key Considerations:
Yes, you can however we recommend taking one of the included snorkel tours.
Yes, Butch’s Chophouse & Soy Sushi are always highlights for us and our guests.
Yes, they are on multiple levels in a six-story building offering guests amazing sunsets and ocean views.
Rivage Travel / Best Caribbean Resorts Client Review: “We booked a SkyPool Suite and didn’t leave it for two days. The privacy, the view, and that plunge pool, it was the best splurge we’ve ever made.”
Worried you’ll miss out on the party scene? You won’t. Grenada offers a social atmosphere with live music at night, but also plenty of quiet corners and pools for relaxation. You get both, without needing to compromise.
Rating: 9.6 / 10 | Location: Whitehouse, Jamaica
Our Note:
One of the most romantic and peaceful Sandals resorts, South Coast Sandals is also known as Sexy Sandals South Coast as it features over the water bungalows, an amazing overwater chapel, and the longest private white sand beach in Jamaica.
Why Sandals South Coast Is Perfect For A Honeymoon:
Set on a 500-acre nature preserve, South Coast is the resort for couples who want to feel like they have the Caribbean all to themselves. With luxurious over the water bungalows, an overwater chapel, Jamaica’s largest swimming pool, and three beachfront villages all updated to Sandals 2.0 modernization philosophy, this is Sandals at its most romantic, offering stunning pools and exclusive amenities.
Best For: Seclusion, vow renewals, honeymooners seeking true privacy
What to Expect:
What We Love:
Key Considerations:
Absolutely, you’ll see some of the most amazing sunsets at Sandals South Coast. We recommend catching one at the Latitudes overwater bar!
Yes. For those getting married at Sandals South Coast, you’ll be matched with an on-site wedding coordinator who will take care of everything related to your big day in paradise.
Rivage Travel / Best Caribbean Resorts review: “This is where we send couples who just want to be together. No pressure to socialize, no party crowds, just long days, soft sand, and serious connection.”
Rating: 9.6 / 10 | Location: Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Our Note:
9.6 / 10 – Sandals Dunn’s River is Sandals Jamaica’s newest and most modern resort, featuring river-inspired pools, sleek architecture, and world-class dining.
Why Sandals Dunn’s river is Perfect For A Honeymoon:
This is the future of Sandals and our #2 best Sandals resort in Jamaica. Having been completely rebuilt in 2023, Sandals Dunn’s River is modern, bold, and overflowing with waterfall-inspired design. The guest experience is unmatched, and with access to Ocho Rios from a daily flight from Miami to the Ian Fleming airport, it’s easier to get here than ever before.
Best For: Return guests, modern luxury seekers, and food lovers
What to Expect:
What We Love:
Key Considerations:
Yes, while you’ll find cascading waterfalls throughout the resort, the real highlight is just 20 minutes away from Sandals Dunns River.
Yes, many of the rooms face the ocean. The best views are from the fifth floor.
In Jamaica, yes, rebuilt in 2023, it features the best of Sandals 2.0 modernization philosophy.
You can book Sandals directly. But you could be missing out on details that make a honeymoon yours.
As one of only a few Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club Diamond Elite advisors and the top Sandals travel agency in the U.S for 2024. We know the room numbers, the butlers, the general managers, and the exact timing of the best sunsets. Our expertise ensures you get the best rooms for your honeymoon, whether you want a beachfront suite, a swim-up room, or a private pool villa for ultimate privacy and luxury.
Here’s how we make your honeymoon better:
You show up, check in, and everything’s already been handled. The champagne’s cold, the view is perfect, and your butler knows your name. That’s what we do, and why over 800 honeymooners have trusted Rivage Travel and Best Caribbean Resorts to get it right.
Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals South Coast, and Sandals Royal Caribbean all offer them, but Sandals Grande St. Lucian wins for calm water and scenery.
Club Level gives you concierge check-in, access to the Club Sandals Lounge, preferred room locations, and room service during select hours.
Butler Elite takes it a step further: full butler service, 24/7 room service, beach/pool setup, priority dinner reservations, and private airport transfers at select resorts.
Club Level gives you concierge check-in, access to the Club Sandals Lounge, preferred room locations, and room service during select hours.
Butler Elite takes it a step further: full butler service, 24/7 room service, beach/pool setup, priority dinner reservations, and private airport transfers at select resorts.
Club Level gives you concierge check-in, access to the Club Sandals Lounge, preferred room locations, and room service during select hours.
Butler Elite takes it a step further: full butler service, 24/7 room service, beach/pool setup, priority dinner reservations, and private airport transfers at select resorts.
Club Level gives you concierge check-in, access to the Club Sandals Lounge, preferred room locations, and room service during select hours.
Butler Elite takes it a step further: full butler service, 24/7 room service, beach/pool setup, priority dinner reservations, and private airport transfers at select resorts.
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