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 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 Poolside Club level Rooms are large rooms offering panoramic views of the gardens or the pool.

Sunset Bluff 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.

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Nov 13, 2025 Gordon C Drummore, United Kingdom

We went to Sandals Antigua a number of years ago, and to be honest were not impressed compared to other sandals resorts. We had been to Antigua many times, bur not to Grande Antigua. A subsequent return trip was an OK holiday but not remarkable. Basically we did not like the General Manager, and did n't think he leasd a good team. Bury Your… Read more
We went to Sandals Antigua a number of years ago, and to be honest were not impressed compared to other sandals resorts. We had been to Antigua many times, bur not to Grande Antigua. A subsequent return trip was an OK holiday but not remarkable. Basically we did not like the General Manager, and did n't think he leasd a good team. Bury Your Biased Views. We decided to return. A new General Manager, David Latchimy, who came on a job swap from Sandals Negril, Jamaica, with the G.M.from Antigua. The ex Grande Antigua G.M. is no longer with Sandals. In the short time David has been there it has been " re -sandalised", and is now well worthy of being considered an excellent sandals resort. The staff are fantastic, well lead in customer focus and communication. Historically we have been to Antigua many times so were not really interested in revisiting tours we had done it the past. There is a fantastic rage of tours available at Island Routes that allow you to get involved with the history of Antigua. Just mention Nelson's Dockyard and you are back in time. English Harbour and you know you are somewhere special. Sandals Grande Antigua is situated on a magnificent beach at Dickinsons Bay. If you prefer you can try any one of the other 365 beaches on Antigua. Yes you can go to a different beach every day of the year, if you can afford the hotel and travel costs. Beach first class. Equally so the pools. bars, excellent. Dining A glass of Mimosa followed by staek and eggs for Breakfast, a wide range of choices for lunch and endless choice for dinner. Excellent food, well prepared and very attentititvly served by excellent servers. We will be returning to Grande Antigua Read less
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Nov 12, 2025 lisabA3981PI Didcot, United Kingdom

Fantastic holiday with great friends, we were well looked after and enjoyed every minute, I have visited Barbados and St Lucia and I have to say this is the best. After receiving some sad news from home I decided I needed some time out so booked myself some treatments at the spa, absolutely wonderful experience and Jeana did a lovely job of… Read more
Fantastic holiday with great friends, we were well looked after and enjoyed every minute, I have visited Barbados and St Lucia and I have to say this is the best. After receiving some sad news from home I decided I needed some time out so booked myself some treatments at the spa, absolutely wonderful experience and Jeana did a lovely job of looking after me and treating the puffy eyes! Thank you Sandals Antigua Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great customer service and hospitality. Thanks to the amazing team at Sandals resort Antigua. I'm very satisfied and proud of th

Nov 11, 2025 Drisha O St. John's, Antigua

I would suggest this opulent resort to be your go to choice for vacationing. Ambience and scenery is breathtaking. Beautiful and great staff.
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Nov 10, 2025 Cantwelljoe

My wife and I just celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary at Sandals Grande Antigua.This was our second visit to this beautiful resort.We again,had butler service and were treated as though we were the owners.Spectacular view from our 7th floor corner suite.Service is first class and everyone is just great.You will always see everyone that… Read more
My wife and I just celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary at Sandals Grande Antigua.This was our second visit to this beautiful resort.We again,had butler service and were treated as though we were the owners.Spectacular view from our 7th floor corner suite.Service is first class and everyone is just great.You will always see everyone that attends to your request happy to accommodate.We hope to return again. By the way we were there this year during the rainy season and just like last year were blessed with fantastic sunny days,light breeze every day.I mean every single day,love Sandals Antigua Read less
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Nov 9, 2025 Jaaad Braintree, United Kingdom

Sandals Antigua Good points- Fantastic location near to airport. Staff are great and try to help as much as possible. Beach stunning with plenty of sunbeds and shades. Nice pool that was cleaned and checked every morning. Food in restaurants is great not one bad meal. It felt safe and welcoming. Bad points- WiFi didn’t work for 4 days of our… Read more
Sandals Antigua Good points- Fantastic location near to airport. Staff are great and try to help as much as possible. Beach stunning with plenty of sunbeds and shades. Nice pool that was cleaned and checked every morning. Food in restaurants is great not one bad meal. It felt safe and welcoming. Bad points- WiFi didn’t work for 4 days of our 10day break (in our room) staff were told but it wasn’t until I asked for manager that anything got resolved with IT manager. Ceiling fan clomked and banged they come to fix it twice very promptly but it was still the same after an hour. I gave up asking! The room 619 was clean and tidy but was exactly the same room decor as St Lucia Halcyon Beach 28years ago very dated, I compare this to Sandals Barbados and Sandals Ochi Jamaica where the rooms are modern and stylish more in keeping with modern standards. Finally Sandals have invitation parties for returning guests ( been 4 times)…it would be nice to be asked even if I choose to decline it. Although I would say it’s good it’s not 5 star. Read less