Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa

Antigua, Caribbean

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The hotel

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 Village hidden in lush gardens, or the all-suite Mediterranean OceanView Village with great ocean views. For optimum privacy, stay in a romantic Rondoval in the Caribbean Beachfront Village, intimate circular suites with cone-shaped roofs and exclusive Butler Service. So, the choice is yours — the delightful, cosy cottage ambience of the Caribbean Village 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 Village, 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 Village:

Caribbean Deluxe Rooms are located in one-storey Cottages in the tropical garden of the Caribbean Village, 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 Poolside 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 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.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 30 Jun '26 to receive up to 55% off the accommodation cost for travel between 11 Feb '26 - 31 Dec '28 subject to room category. Subject to change. Blackout dates apply. Offers may not be combinable. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Terms and conditions apply. 

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.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Anniversary at Sandals Antigua

Jun 25, 2026 Andy T

Want to say we had a wonderful time. Appreciate all the help from Desmond in the fitness center and Delmar the photographer, and of course our housekeeper, Jennifer, for her thoughtful “towel” creations. We enjoyed the entertainment each evening. Food/ meals did not match our dining experiences on our previous cruises. Overall, still a wonderful… Read more
Want to say we had a wonderful time. Appreciate all the help from Desmond in the fitness center and Delmar the photographer, and of course our housekeeper, Jennifer, for her thoughtful “towel” creations. We enjoyed the entertainment each evening. Food/ meals did not match our dining experiences on our previous cruises. Overall, still a wonderful experience. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sandals Grande Antigua - our best Sandals trip ever

Jun 25, 2026 447brada Denver, Colorado

What can we say about our trip other than this is the first Sandals we've been to that we wait can't to be back. We promised Dylan at the Loyalty desk that he'd see us again. From our arrival, things could not have been more magical. We met our first butler, Jason in the lounge. We went up to our room on the 7th floor. We generally stay… Read more
What can we say about our trip other than this is the first Sandals we've been to that we wait can't to be back. We promised Dylan at the Loyalty desk that he'd see us again. From our arrival, things could not have been more magical. We met our first butler, Jason in the lounge. We went up to our room on the 7th floor. We generally stay beachfront, but wow, the suite we had might've changed our minds. The room was so generous, we knew we had more space than we could use for even two weeks. The view from the balcony was beautiful, regardless of the time of day. Jason wrapped up with us and ensured we knew where everything was and that we were in good hands. Later in the day, Matara came in to take care of us for the rest of our first day. We wandered around, unpacked and then got ready for dinner. We had a last-minute change to Barefoot, and loved the meal. I got up the next day after a total crash-out night of sleep. The room was so quiet, comfortable and pleasantly dark, we slept like the dead. I wandered over to the Cafe and got coffee from Sylvia. If you are lucky enough to get a cup of coffee from Sylvia, you are guaranteed a great day. Every morning that I got our coffee from her, we started the day with her bright smile. We spent our first full day thinking we were going to be on the beach but the weather didn't agree. We moved to the pool and were immediately surprised by the feeling of community in the pool. Everyone, from 20-something newlyweds to 80-year-old sisters from England were having a great time together. We spent the rest of our week in the pool. It helped that the Playmakers team, especially Super J and Lynn kept us all engaged. We had so much fun with them, I had to climb out of the pool and hug Lynn to "apologize" for making her mad. If you haven't had Soy's sushi at any Sandals yet, this is the one to go to. We've never seen the Caribbean Dynamite roll at any other location. If you like heat and bright, delicate and flavorful sushi, that's the roll for you. Our hour plus wait was worth every second to eat all the food we had at Soy. Hands down, the best meal we had was facilitated by Kai, our third butler. We had heard on the beach about local ox tail. We asked Kai about it and she got it set up for us. That was the craziest meal we've ever eaten at any Sandals. We are lucky our butlers reminded us that we can ask for just about anything, and if it is in their power, they made it happen. Honestly, we can say enough thank yous to all of the wonderful people we interacted with on the entire property. After Nassau, we promise, we're going back and asking for Kai, Jason and Matara to be our butlers again. Make sure you get a goodbye hug from Matara, it helps to make leaving a little easier. Read less
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Jun 25, 2026 Sara191702 Rome, Italy

We wanted to thank all of you from the staff to the sea, the restaurants, and the food. Everything was perfect; it was a truly fabulous honeymoon. We had a wonderful time
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible weeks stay!

Jun 24, 2026 Akeyes1231 New York City, New York

Amazing week at Sandals Antigua! First timers to Sandals and we could not have had a bette experience!! From the pick up the airport, to the greetings when we arrived , the accommodations were spectacular (Caribbean side near St Marks Square), the food at the buffets, the restaurants, the amazing coffee/ice cream shop, the pools, the beach, the… Read more
Amazing week at Sandals Antigua! First timers to Sandals and we could not have had a bette experience!! From the pick up the airport, to the greetings when we arrived , the accommodations were spectacular (Caribbean side near St Marks Square), the food at the buffets, the restaurants, the amazing coffee/ice cream shop, the pools, the beach, the water sports, fun entertainment (especially loved the Reggae party and the beach party) all AMAZING!!!! What made it truly special was the amazing staff there!! Notable call outs were: Ellisa at the front desk!! Lynn activities team!! (Such a great dancer too)!! Junior activities team (kept the party going) Water Sports team snorkeling & hobie cat (incredibly accommodating and fun) Pizza staff (could not do enough for you, even offered to carry my pizza to the beach for me, amazing)! Kathy restaurant manager such a delight and happy person and she makes you feel so special (sang Happy Birthday to us at one of our dinners) she is a very special employee that deserves the recognition for a job well done!! Thank you team Antigua for a very memorable experience!!!! ❤️ Read less
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Jun 24, 2026 yolandaa763 Stafford, Virginia

Excellent work Simone! It’s one of my best massage ever received. She asked spot on questions before started, focused on the areas of my concern, and provided a very relaxed massage with accurate pressure as requested. It was exactly what I needed to reset my body. Thank you so much!