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 Beautiful resort 😍 , the place to be.

May 14, 2026 Memory B

This place is stunning, the service is top notch.The staff are all polite and very helpful, they make the stay pleasant. Shout out to Stacey and team who made our mornings great, those smiles and jokes encouraged us to start the day well. I will definately recomend, this is our new best holiday destination. The beach is nice, all white sand, lots… Read more
This place is stunning, the service is top notch.The staff are all polite and very helpful, they make the stay pleasant. Shout out to Stacey and team who made our mornings great, those smiles and jokes encouraged us to start the day well. I will definately recomend, this is our new best holiday destination. The beach is nice, all white sand, lots of towels for the pool, and was never short of sun beds.The food, omg..was really good, hands up for the Tex Max and Bayside.😍😍😍 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Antigua never disappoints!!

May 14, 2026 Lori F

LOVE the beach at Antigua Grande, LONG beaches to walk..... Water is beautiful, NO seaweed!! Staff is FRIENDLY and FUN!! All the photographers are great BUT, Davon & Delmar are THE BEST of the BEST!! Davon's mom flew in to visit him and we were lucky to meet her <3 Food was delicious but found the service to be slow, and we went in May their slow… Read more
LOVE the beach at Antigua Grande, LONG beaches to walk..... Water is beautiful, NO seaweed!! Staff is FRIENDLY and FUN!! All the photographers are great BUT, Davon & Delmar are THE BEST of the BEST!! Davon's mom flew in to visit him and we were lucky to meet her <3 Food was delicious but found the service to be slow, and we went in May their slow season.... The pizza place near Mario's was GREAT. Cinnamon (not her real name,lol) was so FUN and accomodating! Ask her about the cinnamon desert pizza :) AND MARIO'S was our favorite for breakfast. Room was beautiful, nice size and great view. It's the first time we haven't stayed in a walk out. Beautiful view but we will definately go back to walk out room for the convenience. Housekeeping was our only big disappointment. Always had bath towels, but never left faceclothes. Called for some to get showered for dinner and never came. It was hit or miss as to what types of bath linens would be left for us. We recieved a bucket of champagne and glasses for our Anniversary on the Monday of our stay and when we left on the Saturday the bucket and glasses were still sitting outside our room. This was our second visit to this Sandals and we were not disappointed. I will also say their entertainment was EXCELLENT!! Loved the pool entertainment. Singers, fire guy, and synchronized swimmers were amazing!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing hotel for people with food allergies

May 14, 2026 Elementals06 Wymondham, United Kingdom

Third time staying at Sandals Antigua and again we had such an amazing time! Staff were very friendly, amazing food, clean, great service & a beautiful beach with the softest sand. I have food allergies to shellfish, lemon & lime. My travel agent made the hotel aware months in advance and also just before we arrived. Right away I was sent to the… Read more
Third time staying at Sandals Antigua and again we had such an amazing time! Staff were very friendly, amazing food, clean, great service & a beautiful beach with the softest sand. I have food allergies to shellfish, lemon & lime. My travel agent made the hotel aware months in advance and also just before we arrived. Right away I was sent to the culinary desk near the main reception. Stacy was amazing! She went through all the menus with me and pre booked all our restaurant reservations for our 10nights stay with all my meals so that the chefs were well aware and had plenty of notice to cook my meals separately. The staff even got to know my allergies off by heart. They all took this on very seriously and I was never made to feel embarrassed. This is the main reason why we have returned as my husband and I can relax knowing that I will be looked after. We did stay on the Caribbean side which yes is looking tired, but the hotel is in the process of a big refurb which is already starting to look great. The room was still very clean and housekeeping were great with restocking drinks and keeping our room clean and tidy. I would say on this stay we found most of the cocktails on the day menu were on the slushy side with crushed ice and most had syrups in and not real fruit, which are very sweet. So we did have to ask for none iced cocktails which the bar staff were happy to accommodate. But would be good to bring back real fruit and not have the syrups. Also the entertainment was very hit or miss. Sorry but most of the singing wasn't very good, especially when you are having a lovely romantic meal in Eleanors. At meal times it would have been nice to have some soft relaxing music or a pianist. Also the piano bar I feel is open way too late at 10pm. In my opinion it would be better to have the piano bar open for some nice relaxing pre dinner drinks and the loud music for 9-10pm I will say we were really glad to see the fashion show back again. We remember when there used to be a fashion show in the evening on the beach showcasing the shops clothing - this was amazing and very entertaining. The Synchronized swimming was excellent on this stay! These are only a few little niggles and would not stop us returning as we are looking forward to returning and seeing all the renovations they have made. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The best Photographer

May 14, 2026 Desiree D

We had pictures taken by Delmore James. He was just the best. He took some amazing shots of us. He has a good eye. He keeps in touch & he is precise when he says he will take pics. Would highly recommend, & will look for him again when we go back.
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May 12, 2026 Victoria D

We just returned from our first 7 night stay in Antigua and we are already looking to go back. We stayed in the Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Suite and it did not disappoint. Our housekeeper Lauren was in and out and left our room spotless. We never ran out of clean towels. Upon arrival we were greeted by our butlers Ashell, Kai and Karen. They… Read more
We just returned from our first 7 night stay in Antigua and we are already looking to go back. We stayed in the Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Suite and it did not disappoint. Our housekeeper Lauren was in and out and left our room spotless. We never ran out of clean towels. Upon arrival we were greeted by our butlers Ashell, Kai and Karen. They worked effortlessly to create our schedule and make sure we had everything we needed at all times. Immediately they made us feel like family. Every morning they had both mine and my partner's spot saved on the beach with towels and a cooler filled with beer and water. They would walk up often to check in and see if anything was needed. During lunch they would check in to see if we were interested in eating and would often bring cocktails down. Always ask their favorites or specialties, you will not be disappointed. Our butlers also checked our fridge to make sure we were stocked and also did not disappoint with the evening snacks. The more you get to know each other, the better they will surprise you. At dinnertime your butler will escort you over and get you set up right away and before they leave they will leave you with a nighttime snack and check in to make sure you are covered. They will also ask you if you'd like breakfast or coffees delivered at a certain time for the morning rotation. The grounds itself are immaculate. We were blown away by all of the hard work everyone does to keep it in tip top shape. The beach and water might have been some of the best I've ever seen. All of the restaurants had their own twist to food which made ordering fun. Our favorites were “Okay Coral” and “Marios”. All of our meals were cooked perfectly and left no room for dessert. We especially loved the cafe in the morning for our coffees and at night for our “Dickerson Twist”. There's also a room with pool tables connected to “The Drunken Duck” and a piano bar which we found ourselves gravitating towards. During our stay we met our photographer friend Delmore (he is always carrying his flag). He was able to capture so many beautiful photos throughout our stay and was one of the many reasons we are eager to return. He asked us for a quick 10 minute shoot and they were my favorite pictures taken during the stay. Before leaving we went by loyalty and travel and met with Marcia who we met on arrival and saw her throughout the property during our stay, always with a smile, eager to make our stay better. She was so helpful and helped us book our next trip, while making the process quick and seamless and giving us our very best options. We cannot recommend all these people that helped make our stay so much more memorable and we cannot wait to return. Read less