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 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

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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Mar 24, 2026 Brandi R

We had our first night’s dinner in Mario’s. Our service was excellent . Anessa took great care of us.
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Mar 24, 2026 Wander22220654269 Guelph, Canada

5 Stars We were fortunate enough to go to Sandals Grande Antigua for a second time. We went back because the food is amazing, the staff are so accommodating, the grounds are spectacular and well cared for and the rooms are state-of-the-art. When we arrived, we were warmly greeted, and given a drink while we waited to be checked in. Selassey ,… Read more
5 Stars We were fortunate enough to go to Sandals Grande Antigua for a second time. We went back because the food is amazing, the staff are so accommodating, the grounds are spectacular and well cared for and the rooms are state-of-the-art. When we arrived, we were warmly greeted, and given a drink while we waited to be checked in. Selassey , after checking us in, gave us a brief overview of the resort and escorted us to our room. We grabbed a drink from the closest bar, which was only steps away from our room. Our luggage hadn’t been delivered within 30 minutes, so I called down to the desk and Selassey promptly brought them to us. I cannot speak to the restaurants of OK Corral and Soys, but I can say that the food in every other restaurant was excellent. We especially loved Mario’s: the anti-pasta was great and the main courses were even better. I have to call out Chad, who was an excellent server who anticipated our every need . He even knew when we would like a second drink, and it arrived as we finished the first one. I also have to give a call out to Violet at Eleanor‘s who was a joy and very attentive and friendly I also have to mention Ursula, Claudine and Kashika of the Drunken Duck who brought me a cake to celebrate my birthday while engaging the patrons of the bar to sing me happy birthday. In addition, and much to my surprise, Selassey and two coworkers came to my room, sang me happy birthday and gave me a bottle of Champagne. All and all we had a fantastic time at Sandals Grande Antigua and will be going back in the near future!!! Peter & Annette Turner Read less
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Mar 24, 2026 TRACEYANNEMC

Absolutely amazing place. Accommodation room 417. Hibiscus building... newly renovated. Comfortable stylish and spotlessly clean. Bathroom had lovely walk in shower. Very central loccation. Restaurants Each one was excellent food was cooked fresh, and every meal was delicious. Staff worked do hard and were all do polite and friendly… Read more
Absolutely amazing place. Accommodation room 417. Hibiscus building... newly renovated. Comfortable stylish and spotlessly clean. Bathroom had lovely walk in shower. Very central loccation. Restaurants Each one was excellent food was cooked fresh, and every meal was delicious. Staff worked do hard and were all do polite and friendly Entertainment. Something different every night and catered for all tastes in music Again all the staff were professional and friendly. Staff EVERY ONE From the housekeepers to Restaurants/ bar staff , went out of their way to ensure we were looked after. So friendly and polite. Nothing was too much trouble. A special shout out to Devindra ( sorry if spelling is wrong ) who was a photographer and also started waiting at Ellenors. He put us at ease doing a photoshoot, was so friendly and took the most beautiful photos of us with the sunset. Overall the best holiday we have ever had. Would 100 % recommend this beautiful holiday destination Only thing we would change is to arrange transfers to airport earlier. The airport was chaotic and left very little time to get a drink, last minute shopping. Before boarding. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Much needed vitamin sea

Mar 23, 2026 KD7152 Great Baddow, United Kingdom

It’s been 7 years since we were last year. The site hasn’t changed much in layout but the beach is a bit more developed and sandals are looking at over water bungalows on the site. We enjoyed Soy, we sat at the bar which is always fun. Barefoot was great as was Bayside. We did manage to get all the bookings we wanted but not the times. Fun trip… Read more
It’s been 7 years since we were last year. The site hasn’t changed much in layout but the beach is a bit more developed and sandals are looking at over water bungalows on the site. We enjoyed Soy, we sat at the bar which is always fun. Barefoot was great as was Bayside. We did manage to get all the bookings we wanted but not the times. Fun trip shop and Snorkle with the water sports team accompanied by Jamail and fat boy he wasn’t fat but they really looked after us and I thought great value for money. Another shout out to Sheena at the bar on the Caribbean side, Always cheerful. The staff here are a credit to the hotel. Our room was kept immaculate all week by Renee. Gardens are beautiful. Now I have stayed both sides I prefer the Caribbean, just a bit more quaint. The room was a little dated on med side but that didn’t worry us and although faces the sea there was a huge palm totally blocking the view. Still a shame the parrots are in reception in a small cage. They do get them out but they could be located to larger lovely spot in the gardens away from the noise in the evenings. Hubby also missed the t shirts! Read less
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Mar 23, 2026 Stephen T

four-star resort at best, with clear highs and lows. The positives: lively entertainment every night with some genuinely talented singers, and consistently good food. It’s not fine dining, so set expectations accordingly and you’ll enjoy it. Big shout to Ja-Moi. He is a photographer who dances. He always gave us time and taught me some… Read more
four-star resort at best, with clear highs and lows. The positives: lively entertainment every night with some genuinely talented singers, and consistently good food. It’s not fine dining, so set expectations accordingly and you’ll enjoy it. Big shout to Ja-Moi. He is a photographer who dances. He always gave us time and taught me some moves! The negatives: service is the biggest letdown. As regular boutique hotel guests, we found it impersonal and at times outright rude. Mario’s Restaurant was particularly disappointing — staff often seemed disengaged, with one server notably unhappy and uninterested. Service across the resort is generally slow and falls short of what you’d expect from a property marketed as luxury. Finally, the poolside experience needs improvement — butlers reserve many of the best sunbeds early, meaning you’ll need to be up before them if you want a decent spot. Read less