Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa

Antigua, Caribbean

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    Voted ‘Caribbean’s Most Romantic Resort’ year after year, and tucked amidst riotous tropical gardens on one of Antigua’s best beaches, Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa offers couples two holidays in one. Choose from the charming Caribbean Beachfront Grove hidden in lush gardens, or the all-suite Mediterranean Ocean View Village with great ocean views. For optimum privacy, stay in a romantic Rondoval in the Caribbean Grove, intimate circular suites with cone-shaped roofs and exclusive Butler Service. So, the choice is yours — the delightful, cosy cottage ambience of the Caribbean Grove or the cutting-edge amenities of the Mediterranean Village.

    Amenities

    • Hobie Cats
    • Kayaking
    • Scuba Diving
    • Snorkelling
    • Tennis
    • Windsurfing
    • Honeymoon
    • Bar
    • Evening Entertainment
    • Fitness Centre/Gym
    • Internet Access
    • Night Club

    Where is it

    On the most beautiful and longest white sand beach in Antigua — Dickenson Bay. Transfer time from airport: 15 minutes.

    Hotel information

    373 rooms and suites within 2 villages. All with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi access, coffee/tea maker, amenity kit, safe, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and 1 king-size bed. Caribbean Deluxe are located in one-storey cottages in the tropical gardens of the Caribbean Grove, with a walkout entry garden patio.

    All Inclusive of: Sandals resorts are Luxury Included®; from deluxe accommodation, fine dining, unlimited premium-brand drinks, transfers, tips and taxes, to a huge range of sports facilities and entertainment — it's all included!

     

    Caribbean Grove:

    Caribbean Deluxe Rooms are located in one-storey Cottages in the tropical garden of the Caribbean Grove, complete with private patio.

    Caribbean Premium are located on the ground floor, with private patio overlooking the gardens and main pool.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Grande Luxe Poolside Rooms are located on the ground and first floors, and have a private balcony or patio offering pool and garden views.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Grande Luxe Poolside Walkout Rooms are located on the ground floor and feature a private patio opening out onto a quiet cottage pool and gardens.

    Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Luxury Club Level Rooms are large rooms offering panoramic views of the gardens or the pool.

    Sunset Bluff Luxury Poolside Walkout Club Level Rooms are located on the ground floor with walkout access to the resort's pool.

    Caribbean Club Level Veranda Suites are located on the second floor of the Paton and Ixoria buildings, with garden views from an oversized private balcony.

    Caribbean Walkout Club Level Veranda Suites are located on the ground floor, and have private patio with views of the gardens and direct walkout access.

    Caribbean Beachfront Grande Luxe Club Level Rooms are located on the second floor and overlook the northern edge of Dickenson Bay beach.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Grande Luxe Club Level Rooms are located on the second floor and overlook the northern edge of Dickenson Bay.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Grande Luxe Walkout Club Level Rooms are on the ground floor with walkout patio directly onto the beach and pool, and complete with views of Dickenson Bay.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Seaside Butler Suites are expansive suites located on the ground and first floors with garden views, bedroom and living area incorporated in one area. The bathroom comes complete with whirlpool tub and overhead rain shower and double vanity.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Butler Suites are located on the ground and first floors, with views over Dickenson Bay from the patio or balcony. The bathroom comes complete with whirlpool tub, overhead rain shower and double vanity.

    Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondovals are located just steps from the beach, and are individual circular buildings with cone-shaped roofs and patios with ocean and beach views. These suites also feature a bathroom with a bathtub/shower combination and marble vanities.

    Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval with Private Pool Sanctuary are in individual circular buildings with cone-shaped roofs, and feature a private plunge pool. These suites also feature a bathroom with a bathtub/shower combination and marble vanities.

    Mediterranean Village:

    Mediterranean Club Level Suites are located on the ground level and 1st floors, and feature either a private patio or balcony with garden views, and bathroom with walk-in rain shower and separate whirlpool tub.

    Mediterranean Walkout Club Level Suites are as above but located on the ground floors with walkout patio out to the gardens.

    Mediterranean Honeymoon Oceanview Club Level Suites feature a private balcony overlooking Dickenson Bay, the Mediterranean Village pool and the gardens. The bathroom comes complete with his and hers vanities, a whirlpool tub and separate walk-in rain shower.

    Mediterranean Oceanview Grande Luxe Club Level Suites are large suites with private balcony or patio with ocean and beach views. The bathroom comes complete with his and hers vanities, a whirlpool tub and separate walk-in rain shower.

    Mediterranean Honeymoon Romeo and Juliet Oceanview Penthouse One-Bedroom Butler Suites are located on the top floors, with panoramic views of Dickenson Bay, the gardens and pool from the oversized balcony. These suites also feature a living area, and bathroom with marble wash basins, a Roman whirlpool tub and separate walk-in overhead rain shower.

    Mediterranean Oceanview Penthouse One-Bedroom Butler Suites boast spectacular views of Dickenson Bay from the oversized balcony. These suites also feature a separate living room, and bathroom with two marble wash basins, a Roman whirlpool tub and separate walk-in overhead rain shower.

    Mediterranean One-Bedroom Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary have views over Dickenson Bay from the private patio, which comes complete with plunge pool and whirlpool. These suites also feature views of the private pool from the bedroom, and a bathroom with a Roman whirlpool tub, separate walk-in overhead rain shower and two marble wash basins.

    Club Sandals Service:

    • Dedicated Club Sandals Lounge accessible 24-hours with Club Sandals concierge available 8:00am-10:00pm daily to assist with excursions, restaurant reservations, spa bookings and anything else you may need.
    • Preferred Club Sandals Lounge check-in with chilled towel and Champagne upon arrival.
    • Weekly hosted activities such a cocktail parties, martini evenings, wine tasting and snorkelling.
    • In-room stocked mini-bar with a selection of spirits, beer and wine as well as soft drinks, juices and water.
    • Room service available from 7:00am-10:00pm daily.

    Sandals Butler Elite Service:

    Providing you with uncompromising attention of a personal butler trained to the highest standards. Beginning with lemongrass-scented hand towels, welcome cocktails and culinary treats upon arrival, a private resort orientation and a luggage unpacking service you will then be supplied with a personal mobile phone to reach your Butler when needed. Your wish is their command! In addition, butler guests will also have 24-hour room service and access to all the Club Sandals amenities and weekly activities.

    5-Star Global Gourmet™ at Sandals Resorts brings new sights, sounds and tastes to all guests at each meal — of course, all included! 11 dining options: Bayside (International; buffet for breakfast and lunch, French Brasserie for dinner), Mario’s (buffet breakfast and à la carte Italian for dinner), Kimonos (Japanese Teppanyaki open for dinner, reservations required), Soy (Sushi Bar, open for dinner), O.K Corral (Tex-Mex, open for dinner, reservations required), Eleanor’s (Caribbean; open for breakfast and dinner, reservations required), Drunken Duck (British Pub, open for dinner and late night snacks), Barefoot by the Sea (gourmet seafood, open for lunch and dinner), Café de Paris (pâtisserie, open throughout the day), Bella Napoli Pizzeria (wood-fired pizza oven, open 11.00am-6.00pm) and Courtyard Bistro (grilled specialities, open midday-5.00pm). 7 bars, including 2 swim-up pool bars. Weekly late night chocolate buffet.

    Nightly entertainment with live performances, beach and cocktail parties, theme nights and karaoke nights.

    6 swimming pools, 1 scuba pool and 6 whirlpools. Tennis, table tennis, volleyball and bocce ball. Red Lane® Fitness Centre with free weights and exercise machines. Red Lane® Spa*. Scuba-diving* (free for certified divers, fee applies to others), windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaks, paddle boards, pedaloes, sunfish sailing and Hobie Cats.

    SnapShots photo shop* and gift shop. Complimentary WiFi access in all room categories and public areas.

    Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

    3 nights.

    * Denotes local charge.

    Dress code: evening dress code for gentlemen states that smart trousers or jeans, long or short sleeve dress shirts (with or without collar) and dress shoes or sandals must be worn. Shorts, t-shirts, sleeveless shirts, trainers, flip-flops, hats and caps are not permitted in the evening.

    Please note: two people in love over 18 years only.

    Rating summary

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    Image of the Tripadvisor rating Joy is an amazing bartender

    Aug 5, 2025 Janis G Indianapolis, Indiana

    Joy at the Caribbean pool is absolutely amazing! She goes above and beyond to make guests feel special and remembers everyone’s names!
    Image of the Tripadvisor rating Braymell was great!

    Aug 4, 2025 Carrie C

    We had a fantastic dining experience with Braymell as our server. He was attentive and made sure we had what we needed. Be sure to ask for him if you visit sandals Antigua.
    Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful people!

    Aug 4, 2025 James and Miche... B

    The people of Antigua Sandals have all been wonderful! Difficult to name them all, but here are a few standouts : Jennifer (guest services), Marcedies, Dillion (loyalty), Andy (loyalty), Whitney (Mario’s), & Braymell also in Mario’s, the girls in Le Paris, gift shop ladies, and one special server at the loyalty dinner (to be noted later)
    Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great resort, poor issue resolution

    Aug 1, 2025 Getaway46079880067 Nashville, Illinois

    The resort was beautiful and lush. The ocean was AMAZING! Bluest water, clear, warm, and the sand was so soft and white. We had the BEST bartenders!!! Joy at the smaller swim up bar was fantastic, friendly, fun, & knowledgeable about things to do both on property and during carnival. She was sweet & always smiling. Sadona was fun and… Read more
    The resort was beautiful and lush. The ocean was AMAZING! Bluest water, clear, warm, and the sand was so soft and white. We had the BEST bartenders!!! Joy at the smaller swim up bar was fantastic, friendly, fun, & knowledgeable about things to do both on property and during carnival. She was sweet & always smiling. Sadona was fun and constantly running at the main swim up bar. She had great drink suggestions & was always happy. James at the Drunken Duck was great to talk too, always laughing and made the perfect drinks, even when we weren't sure what we wanted after a fun filled day. Hailey was our intern concierge and we loved her. She helped make reservations and was so sweet. However, our room left me unhappy overall. I went to the front desk twice to let them know there were issues, but nothing was done...we were just told "sorry". We were there for our friends wedding and our 20th wedding anniversary. The outlet in the bathroom did not work, so I could not dry or curl my hair in the bathroom where the only mirror was!! I had to use the outlet in the hallway. There was no full length mirror, only the bathroom vanity mirror which was high up...I'm 5'3". I was extremely upset, trying to get ready for the wedding...all while unable to fix my hair correctly or see what I looked like before the ceremony. The telephone didn't work, so we had to trek to the front desk anytime we needed something. Nothing was done to try to remedy or accommodate for the inconvenience. We paid A LOT of money for this trip and I would expect better! Also, we were asked if we were celebrating anything special both at online checkin and when we checked-in in person. We told them we were celebrating our 20 year anniversary and nothing special was done to acknowledge it. I would have thought for the money we paid...SOMETHING would have been done. Read less
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    Jul 30, 2025 Cristina M

    Our trip has been amazing for diving. Today I received a 90 min massage with Lisa and she was amazing! 10 stars if I can! Thank you Lisa. Our butlers Alex, Nkozi and Charmaine are the best butlers around. Made everything easy 10 stars!!! It’s been amazing here in sad to leave here.