Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa

Antigua, Caribbean

Star rating

Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Grande Luxe Club Level Room
Caribbean Walkout Club Level Veranda Suite
Barefoot by the Sea
Luxury Ocean View One Bedroom Suite with Private Pool
Mediterranean One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite
Mediterranean One-Bedroom Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool
Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval
Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval
Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval with Private Pool Sanctuary
Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Luxury Poolside Walkout Club Level Room
Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Luxury Poolside Walkout Club Level Room
Mediterranean Oceanview Grande Luxe Club Level Suite
Bayside
Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Butler Suite
Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Butler Suite
Caribbean Deluxe Room
Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Grande Luxe Club Level Room
Caribbean Walkout Club Level Veranda Suite
Barefoot by the Sea
Luxury Ocean View One Bedroom Suite with Private Pool
Mediterranean One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite
Mediterranean One-Bedroom Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool
Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval
Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval
Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval with Private Pool Sanctuary
Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Luxury Poolside Walkout Club Level Room
Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Luxury Poolside Walkout Club Level Room
Mediterranean Oceanview Grande Luxe Club Level Suite
Bayside
Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Butler Suite
Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Butler Suite
Caribbean Deluxe Room

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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Traveller rating

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May 25, 2026 Ashley P

We had an unforgettable experience. We loved the cats! Davindra was a great photographer and so helpful!!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Disappointing experience

May 25, 2026 John O Plymouth, United Kingdom

Well where to begin, let’s start with the good. Some very nice employees in an otherwise couldn’t give a damn environment, special mention to Claudine in the Drunken Duck, what a fabulous lady; Devon and Dale were great along with Nickisha, Kashika, Kerrian, Jason, Ossie,Tilecia, Lamella, Daphne and Karencia. The grounds are very well… Read more
Well where to begin, let’s start with the good. Some very nice employees in an otherwise couldn’t give a damn environment, special mention to Claudine in the Drunken Duck, what a fabulous lady; Devon and Dale were great along with Nickisha, Kashika, Kerrian, Jason, Ossie,Tilecia, Lamella, Daphne and Karencia. The grounds are very well maintained. Mediocre/average for the rest of the property. We had spent many years in awe of the Sandals brand so planned our Golden Wedding anniversary there, what a disappointment. The Mediterranean Honeymoon suite on the 5th floor of the building needs a total refurb, the bath was dirty and we wouldn’t use it, the rest was very tired. Advertised as a concierge service, we had to chase him to get any sort of response, not what was promised or advertised. Apart from the staff mentioned above there is a real attitude problem with many of the waiting staff, not at all 5*. Spent 1 day by the main pool which was enough, music blasting for much of the day. Smaller pool where volley ball was played was also extremely noisy in the afternoon so we spent 13 days on the beach which was great although you have to get up early to get a decent spot, we called it beat the butlers. Food is average, we have had better in Europe. Ask for premium spirits when ordering drinks or you get local brands. Trips, shopping and car hire on site is very expensive so we hired a car to tour the island for a third of the price. Will we return to Sandals again, not a chance!!! . Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic time!!

May 25, 2026 Kim Y

Everything was beautiful! The grounds, the landscaping, restaurants, rooms, ocean were breathtaking. The people there were so happy and helpful. I would highly recommend !!!
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May 24, 2026 Karen L

Just came back from Sandals Grande Antigua and I will never go back! We stayed on the Mediterranean side and not knowing it was the old side. The Air Conditioner leaked all over the floor one day and the toilet over flowed on the morning we left… toilet kept running the whole time we were there. Food was subpar and the staff was OK. One night… Read more
Just came back from Sandals Grande Antigua and I will never go back! We stayed on the Mediterranean side and not knowing it was the old side. The Air Conditioner leaked all over the floor one day and the toilet over flowed on the morning we left… toilet kept running the whole time we were there. Food was subpar and the staff was OK. One night we told the waitress our food was cold and after heating our food up she never came back to the table. We went upfront to let them know and the woman at the front desk came over and said “What do you want?” All the guest we talked to said they weren’t coming back! Just wish we would’ve known before we spent all the money and time. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Grand Antigua to The Rescue

May 24, 2026 julie b Greensboro, North Carolina

We were supposed to be at Sandals South Coast in Jamaica to celebrate our 40th anniversary, but had to find another resort because South Coast is still closed. After reading reviews, we picked Antigua. The trip was a 4.5 hour flight from JFK and the airport was close to the resort. We had the Mediterranean Butler Oceanview Bedroom suite, PO..it… Read more
We were supposed to be at Sandals South Coast in Jamaica to celebrate our 40th anniversary, but had to find another resort because South Coast is still closed. After reading reviews, we picked Antigua. The trip was a 4.5 hour flight from JFK and the airport was close to the resort. We had the Mediterranean Butler Oceanview Bedroom suite, PO..it was spacious and had a fabulous balcony. We had three amazing butlers; Kai, Lawrence, and Ackeeman . They treated were able to provide excellent service during our stay; very attentive, pleasant, and made sure everything was perfect. We spent most of our time at the Mediterranean pool with the bar opening at 10:00am. Had fun participating in the aqua class with Desmond.He was motivating with the guests. I found the staff at the Grande Antigua to be top notched;from the water staff cleaning the pool every morning, to our housekeeper Lolita , to the servers in the restaurants , especially Chad at Kimonos, to all of the Playmakers(Lynn, Juju, Djs), landscapers, cleaning staff, and entertainers. The resort is perfect because of you. A special shout out to the executive team (GM David,Leighton, Butler Manager, Loyalty Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Housekeeping manager) for their leadership in having a high quality resort. Lastly,please bring back the Loyalty T-shirt. Read less