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 29, 2025 lora3577

Dinner at Mario’s with our server, Shernel was amazing! The appetizer bar was to die for. Everyone was so nice! Food is amazing! Definitely recommend!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic trip to Sandals Grande Antigua

Nov 29, 2025 Danny M

We’ve visited a few Sandals resorts which are all great for different reasons, but our stay at Grande Antigua was really memorable. The employees were all friendly and we received great service across the resort, but our stand out and STAR OF THE WEEK was Joy who worked at the Caribbean Pool Bar on the week of our stay. Joy’s cocktails are the… Read more
We’ve visited a few Sandals resorts which are all great for different reasons, but our stay at Grande Antigua was really memorable. The employees were all friendly and we received great service across the resort, but our stand out and STAR OF THE WEEK was Joy who worked at the Caribbean Pool Bar on the week of our stay. Joy’s cocktails are the best, but it was also her friendly, caring and helpful nature that made for a great stay, full of fun and adventure and we can’t thanks her enough, she definitely went above and beyond xx. The activities were fun, and I must give another big shout out to Lynnique, our playmaker from the entertainment team, she had us laughing many times and always took time to check in. I must also mention the guys from the watersports team too, they were really helpful and I can’t thank them enough for teaching us how to sail the Hobi Cats and for being there when we needed them most. The food and drink options were great and the entire Sandals team worked tirelessly to deliver excellent service in all the restaurants, snack venues and bars. Thanks to everyone at Sandals Grande Antigua, we’d love to come back 🌴🍹😎 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best Butlers Ever!

Nov 29, 2025 Isabella M

My husband and I had the BEST time! Our 3 butlers, Kai, Karen, and Neil were incredible. So attentive, responsive, helpful. All we could say is they were the dream team and made our stay perfect. Our housekeeper Lavern was also amazing, so friendly, and did a great job on our room each day. But cannot express our appreciation enough to our… Read more
My husband and I had the BEST time! Our 3 butlers, Kai, Karen, and Neil were incredible. So attentive, responsive, helpful. All we could say is they were the dream team and made our stay perfect. Our housekeeper Lavern was also amazing, so friendly, and did a great job on our room each day. But cannot express our appreciation enough to our butlers, they made our whole trip. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Wonderful Resort

Nov 28, 2025 Paul T Lincolnshire

We’ve just returned after a blissful 10 days at this resort. The standard of service was exceptional with every member of staff pleasant, polite and keen to help.. The food offer was good with plenty of variety at the various restaurants, with Eleanors for breakfast and Barefoot in the Sand our favourites. Our Club Mediterranean Honeymoon suite… Read more
We’ve just returned after a blissful 10 days at this resort. The standard of service was exceptional with every member of staff pleasant, polite and keen to help.. The food offer was good with plenty of variety at the various restaurants, with Eleanors for breakfast and Barefoot in the Sand our favourites. Our Club Mediterranean Honeymoon suite on the 5th floor was spacious well equipped and had a great sea view where we enjoyed some wonderful sunsets. The house keeping team kept our room fresh and in pristine condition and the lady on turn down service (sorry we forgot her name) was an absolute joy and a fantastic ambassador for Sandals. The gardens deserve a special mention as they were exceptional, landscaped beautifully with some stunning exotic flowers and shrubs offering an amazing spectrum of colour. The only negative was the early morning dash for sunbeds which is unbecoming for a premium hotel. We had a Birds Eye view of the pool and the towel warriors were out by 6.30am and most beds were gone by 7am, and pretty much the same at the beach. We usually scour hotel reviews before booking a hotel and give it a wide berth if there is any sniff of sun bed malpractice but must have missed it on this occasion. That said overall we were impressed with Sandals and the island of Antigua which we loved in equal measure. Would we return ? Most definitely. Read less
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Nov 27, 2025 Ian M

The attitude of the staff is questionable, often being rude and very direct almost as if they can’t be bothered. In the previous month we were in Jamaica and there is no comparison in terms of customer services. Staff at the restaurants and bars behave like they don’t want to be there !! We were in Sandals St Lucia in February and the standards… Read more
The attitude of the staff is questionable, often being rude and very direct almost as if they can’t be bothered. In the previous month we were in Jamaica and there is no comparison in terms of customer services. Staff at the restaurants and bars behave like they don’t want to be there !! We were in Sandals St Lucia in February and the standards there dwarf this resort. As butler serviced guests the welcome and professionalism at St Lucia is amazing compared to this resort Whilst at the beech today I returned to our beech front room to find scaffolding erected around the building I asked what’s happening and was told we are doing maintenance and we were told you were Checking out at 11:00 am which isn’t true we are here for nearly another week, they continued the scrape paint of the outside of our building making a mess and didn’t even stop when I walked under it .. this hotel is not recommended it’s a poor excuse for a sandals resort Read less