17 Best Sandals Resorts Ranked & Reviewed for 2023

Sandals Grande St. Lucian

Sandals Grande St. Lucian has everything you need for the perfect honeymoon. Set on its own peninsula, between the calm water of Rodney Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, this all-inclusive and adult-only resort is the serene and luxurious getaway you’ve been looking for.

The resort is home to stunning overwater bungalows, 7 bars (including swim-up bars), 12 restaurants, and even a free wedding (if you’re staying more than 3 nights). 

Sandals Grande St. Lucian sits on more than a mile of sheltered beach. Who doesn’t love long walks on the beach? Also included are unlimited watersports such as waterskiing and SCUBA diving and land activities such as golf at two nearby resorts. There is plenty to do here besides enjoy your gorgeous hotel room. 

This resort is paradise as it was meant to be, full of natural beauty, rich in history, and resplendent in pure romance.

Reas our full review of Sandals Grande St. Lucian here.

Sandals Royal Plantation

Understated beauty and exquisitely unique, this is Sandals Royal Plantation-an exclusive beach resort of only 74 ocean view suites tucked into a breathtaking coral bluff.

You can spend your days lazing around the pool with cool drinks delivered right to you by the beach butler. Tee off at nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club, followed by afternoon tea on the terrace. Renowned for its unmatched attention to detail, this retro-chic sophistication enclave features wandering peacocks and manicured lawns.

This exclusive adult-only resort has long been a popular hideaway for the foreign jet set and literary elite, with Ian Fleming and Noel Coward longing for their relaxed island charm and exotic Jamaican feel back in their day. Nowadays, beautiful original furniture and new innovations such as Jamaica’s first champagne and caviar bar render Sandals Royal Plantation one of Ocho Rio’s finest all-inclusive resorts.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Royal Plantation honeymoon.

Sandals Grenada

Defying every convention of traditional design, Sandals’ all-inclusive resort in Grenada takes innovation beyond the realm of imagination to create an extraordinary adult-only resort unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Swimming pools in the clouds and living rooms in swimming pools.

Personal swimming pools, cascading waterfalls and meandering river streams. Here, in the heart of Grenada’s famous Pink Gin Beach, on an exclusive island paradise where the intoxicating scent of herbs and tropical blooms creates a heady elixir of magic, this Sandals experience is unforgettable.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Grenada honeymoon.

Sandals South Coast

Sandals South Coast is the perfect combination of European civility in an all-inclusive beachfront destination.

With the brand new Overwater Bungalows, the overwater bar, and the romantic overwater Chapel, Sandals South Coast brings guests closer to the water than ever before.

Set on a 2-mile strip of Jamaica’s most beautiful white sandy beach on the south coast and nestled within a 500-acre nature reserve, this stunning seaside oasis includes three distinctive European villages. Relax by one of the three pools, including Jamaica’s biggest, or dine at the new Sushi in the Sand restaurant.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals South Coast honeymoon.

Sandals Halcyon Beach

Sandals Halcyon Bay is a magical all-inclusive and adult-only resort in Saint Lucia. Here, in the middle of a tropical utopia, where majestic palm trees line the pristine beach and the green mountains rise from the turquoise sea, you will discover a charming and intimate sanctuary that is the essence of its name… quiet and cool.

This is the real Garden of Eden, a beach resort where the senses are enriched by shimmering sea breezes, enticing ocean waters, and fragrant tropical blooms. Experience the all-new Beachfront Honeymoon Butler Suites with a private deck and plunge pool or enjoy gourmet dining in six specialty restaurants.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Halcyon Beach honeymoon.

Sandals Montego Bay

The very first Sandals has recently been masterfully reimagined as a modern, open concept, 5-Star Luxury Included, beach resort. Innovative and luxurious, Sandals Montego Bay is an adult-only beach resort nestled along the never-ending shoreline of Jamaica’s most exclusive private white sandy beach, where offshore reefs produce the calmest waters for recreation and relaxation.

Discover a chic and casual oasis, a stone’s throw from the water, evoking a carefree spirit of romance and luxury. The breathtaking open-air lobby with incredible sea views captures the island’s atmosphere.

Stay in an overwater bungalow for an over-the-top experience during your honeymoon.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Montego Bay honeymoon.

Sandals Grande Antigua

Voted “World’s Most Romantic Hotel” year after year, this adult-only paradise is situated on Antigua’s finest and most popular reef, Dickenson Bay.

Explore the Caribbean Beachfront Village, a charming seaside garden oasis steeped in meandering paths, majestic palms and cooling Trade Winds.Venture into the world of trendy elegance where European grandeur unfolds from the hillside to the seaside villas of the Six-Star, the all-suite Mediterranean Oceanview Village. Relax on the silk-soft, pure white sands and let the warmth of the Caribbean fill your senses.

Sandals Grande Antigua is a wonderful place to spend the most romantic holiday of your life, your honeymoon.

Explore our full review and guide for a Sandals Grande Antigua honeymoon.

Sandals Negril

Love for Mother Nature ensures that Jamaica’s hippest adults-only resort is also the greenest resort. Sandals Negril has been awarded the EarthCheck Double Platinum Certification for over a decade of unwavering commitment to environmental excellence.

Let your love bloom in the elegance of Sandals Negril and experience complete relaxation in the unique atmosphere.

With its blissful ambience, Sandals Negril epitomizes the free-spirited style that has long made Negril a tropical destination of choice for fun-loving enthusiasts. Here on pure white beaches kissed by the aquamarine sea, this decadent Caribbean beach resort is nestled in lushly landscaped acres along the famous Seven-Mile Beach coast. At Sandals, you are closer to the water than anywhere else in Negril and are guaranteed to grow closer as newlyweds.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Negril honeymoon.

Sandals Emerald Bay

Deep in the idyllic waters of the Exumas, the adults-only Sandals Emerald Bay brings unparalleled luxury to the easy-going rhythms of the Bahamas.

This lavish all-inclusive resort in the Bahamas is a paradise designed to make you feel like you are the only ones in the world. Like all Sandal’s resorts, the service is superior and five star luxury is included.

Secluded within 500 tropical acres along a pristine, The Bahamas-style architecture with luxury villas and suites blends with nature. Along the miles-long beach, civilized pleasure coexists with exotic adventures, from three stunning pools (including a half-acre, zero-acre pool with a dramatic fire pit in the middle) to 11 exceptional restaurants and an award-winning golf course.

Sandals Emerald Bay s is a fantastic romantic getaway for your honeymoon.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Emerald Bay.

Sandals Regency La Toc

Sandals Regency La Toc is a stunning 220-acre estate located on a half-mile, crescent-shaped beach with tropical coral bluffs, green hillsides and rolling fairways. Regency La Toc is one of Saint Lucia’s most luxurious adults-only destination.

Featuring a punishing championship golf course, breathtaking oceanfront suites and an exclusive paradise of the Sunset Bluff Resort, this all-inclusive resort is known as the most dazzling gem in the islands. Indulge in Five-Star Diamond French cuisine and other international dishes with access to 27 restaurants across all of Sandal’s St. Lucia resorts.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Regency La Toc.

Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort and Private Island

At this luxurious Jamaican all-inclusive resort, a kaleidoscope of lifestyles from Britain to Bali is combined to create the atmosphere that is Sandals Royal Caribbean. The unmatched island hospitality and five star all-inclusive service will make for a relaxing honeymoon in Jamaica.

The resort’s undoubtedly British legacy starts with the Majestic Georgian-style Great House, flanked by manicured gardens and roaming peacocks-all complemented by well-healed rituals such as afternoon tea and a rousing game of croquet.

Minutes away on this adults-only resort’s private offshore island, you’ll find luxurious Overwater Bungalows. The mysteries of the Orient unfold in a secluded natural setting where casual poolside and beachside pleasures can be enjoyed by day, while chic parties, an authentic Thai restaurant, and island-style extravaganzas invite excitement by night.

Explore our full review of a Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort and Private Island honeymoon.

Sandals Ochi

All the things that make Jamaica such a uniquely spectacular destination are in the heart of Sandals Ochi. This new (opened 2015) all-inclusive resort in Ochi Rios has a hot new beach club, 11 bars, and 16 on-site restaurants. The property also provides access to the adjacent Sandals Golf & Country Club.

Your personal butler raises luxury and pampering to a new level. He or she will handle your luggage and greet you with a cocktail; arrange for any personal outings, tours, and outside activities; arrange your dinner reservations and escort you to dinner. He or she will serve drinks while you are at the pools or the beach, serve you a romantic meal on the beach, and otherwise ensure that your stay at Sandals Ochi is perfect. He or she will even see that your clothes and shoes are in tip-top condition. This is indulgence at its finest.

A real Garden of Eden stretching more than 100 acres, Sandals Ochi is expansive and beautiful. No matter where you find yourself, you’ll still feel like there’s plenty of space for just the two of you on your honeymoon.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Ochi honeymoon.

Sandals Barbados

Sandals Barbados, a new (opened 2015) adult-only and all-inclusive retreat in the spirited St. Lawrence Gap district, provides incredibly luxurious accommodations spanning three separate villages. This all-inclusive resort offers world-class food with an international appeal, including a vibrant Indian restaurant, and creative pool and bar layout.

Relax in the relaxed calypso beat, enjoy the sun and surf, and explore your luxurious suite designed with the utmost comfort in mind, featuring everything from ocean views, Butler Elite service, and zero-entry access to Barbados ‘ largest and longest lagoon pool, as well as private Tranquility Soaking TubsTM on most patios and terraces.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Barbados honeymoon.

Sandals Royal Bahamian

Experience royal treatment at this glamorous adults-only resort featuring all-new River Pool Swim-up suites with butler service, two pristine white sandy beaches, and exclusive VIP airport transfers to Rolls-Royce or Mercedes-Benz butlers.

Experience a new level of luxury at this elegant all-inclusive resort in the Bahamas. Sandals Royal Bahamas is a combination of Western elegance and a tropical offshore island experience.

Once the home of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, this beach resort features two sky-size colonnaded pools spanning the emerald shore, a 5-star Global Gourmet catering with 11 specialized restaurants and an award-winning Red Lane Spa.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Royal Bahamian honeymoon.

Sandals Royal Curaco

Sandals Royal Curacao is an excellent honeymoon destination for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, the resort offers a luxurious and romantic setting that is perfect for newlyweds looking to celebrate their love and start their lives together. The resort is located on a beautiful stretch of beach, and the crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life make for a breathtaking backdrop. The resort’s architecture and landscaping are also designed to create a romantic ambiance, with lush gardens, fountains, and candlelit dinners under the stars.

Like all Sandals Resorts, Sandals Royal Curacao is an all-inclusive adult-only resort. All meals, drinks, and many activities are included in the price of your stay. This makes it easy for couples to relax and enjoy their honeymoon without worrying about additional expenses. The resort offers a range of dining options, from fine dining to casual beachside eateries. Plenty of activities keep couples entertained, including water sports, tennis, and fitness classes.

 Sandals Royal Curacao offers a variety of accommodation options, including beachfront suites, swim-up suites, and private villas with personal butlers. This allows couples to choose the type of accommodation that best suits their preferences and budget. The suites are spacious and well-appointed, with luxurious amenities such as four-poster beds, Jacuzzi tubs, and private balconies or patios.

Overall, Sandals Royal Curacao is an excellent honeymoon destination that offers luxury, romance, and relaxation in a stunning Caribbean setting.

Sandals Dunn River

Sandals Dunn’s River is a luxury all-inclusive resort located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, that offers a romantic and luxurious experience for newlyweds. From its stunning natural surroundings to its range of romantic activities, Sandals Dunn’s River has everything couples need for a memorable and enjoyable honeymoon.

One of the most appealing features of Sandals Dunn’s River is its all-inclusive package. The resort offers everything couples need for a stress-free and budget-friendly honeymoon, including meals, drinks, and activities. This allows couples to focus on each other and enjoy their time together without worrying about expenses.

Sandals Dunn’s River also offers a range of luxurious accommodations, including suites with private plunge pools, butler service, and ocean views. These accommodations provide a romantic and intimate setting for newlyweds to celebrate their marriage.

In addition to its luxurious amenities, Sandals Dunn’s River is also located near a number of popular tourist attractions, including Dunn’s River Falls. This proximity makes it easy for couples to explore the local area and create unforgettable memories together.

The resort also offers personalized service, including a dedicated honeymoon concierge, who can help couples plan special activities and experiences that are tailored to their preferences. From private dinners on the beach to couples’ massages, Sandals Dunn’s River offers a range of romantic activities that make for a memorable honeymoon experience.

Sandals Royal Barbados

Enjoy royal treatment at Sandals Royal Barbados, one of two Sandals resorts on Barbados (Sandals Barbados).

Sandals Royal Barbados offers honeymooners unique accommodations and honeymoon packages including magnificent honeymoon suites. You can’t go wrong in a Sandals Royal Barbados suite with luxurious names like “Skypool”, “Swim-Up”, and “Millionaire“.

Additionally, the all-inclusive resort also features six gourmet restaurants, gourmet donut shop, 4-lane bowling alley, rooftop bar, and enormous spa to relax with your spouse.

Exclusive exchange privileges with nearby Sandals Barbados add to the resorts overflowing all-inclusive amenities like entertainment including live shows, stocked bars in every room, bowling at Lovers Lanes, and so much more.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals Royal Barbados honeymoon.