Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa

Antigua, Caribbean

Star rating

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.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible Service

Nov 17, 2025 Connector50352458912

An incredible experience all around, especially in terms of dining and customer service. Our server, Amelka, was very attentive and helpful with navigating menu options.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Brilliant Massage & Spa facilities

Nov 17, 2025 Georgina L

A lovely hotel, staff are great, friendly and helpful. 360 boat trip is worth doing, a highlight of my trip was the lavender massage experience at the Spa with Andrea. She’s a talented therapist and clearly experienced, was an excellent massage and I felt very comfortable with her. Thank you very much!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Awesome vacation!

Nov 16, 2025 lisam27 Englishtown, New Jersey

We just returned from our stay at Sandals Grande Antigua. This trip was planned for relaxation and this resort truly delivered. The beach on Dickinson’s Bay is breathtaking. Calm, warm waters and super soft sand. We enjoyed every meal at all of the restaurants. Excellent service and delicious food! The highlight of our trip was the staff. Greeted… Read more
We just returned from our stay at Sandals Grande Antigua. This trip was planned for relaxation and this resort truly delivered. The beach on Dickinson’s Bay is breathtaking. Calm, warm waters and super soft sand. We enjoyed every meal at all of the restaurants. Excellent service and delicious food! The highlight of our trip was the staff. Greeted with plenty of smiles, day and night. Extremely kind and responsive to anything we asked of them. We would like to mention and thank Shemika for helping us book our next Sandals stay. Shemika was so nice and extremely helpful! Sweetest smile and always happy! After helping us with our future booking, she proceeded to surprise us by recommending us to her manager Andy for dinner aboard the Lady Sandals yacht! Andy as well as Sandy (Mama) joined us with 11 other first time Sandals couples for dinner that night. Such a pleasure to meet both of them. We talked and laughed and enjoyed our meal together. Thank you to all the staff of the Lady Sandals as well for an incredible experience! Other staff members we would also like to thank. Sharon Mae at Eleanor’s restaurant. She was so funny and sweet. Jason at Kimono’s restaurant. He gave us a great hibachi show. Tarque our favorite bartender who always had our drinks ready for us before we even asked. My only suggestion for Sandals Grande Antigua would be to update and renovate the Caribbean side of this resort. If you’re looking for a fantastic vacation with awesome staff, beautiful surroundings, and good entertainment this is your destination!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous Dive Shop Employees!

Nov 16, 2025 KimberlyB2741

We went to Sandals Grande Antiqua in May of this year. Had a wonderful time! The best part was the dive shop. My daughter (just turned 18) was scared to go scuba diving after some bad weather dives at other locations. The dive shop employees were the best! Maurice, Fern, and Poker (sorry Poker, don't remember your real name :-)) had so much… Read more
We went to Sandals Grande Antiqua in May of this year. Had a wonderful time! The best part was the dive shop. My daughter (just turned 18) was scared to go scuba diving after some bad weather dives at other locations. The dive shop employees were the best! Maurice, Fern, and Poker (sorry Poker, don't remember your real name :-)) had so much patience with her and helped her get more comfortable in the water. She subsequently went to volunteer in the Philippines where she did 2 dives a day for 2 months, then went on to dive all over the Philippines and got her advanced open water and rescue diver certifications! That would not have happened without Maurice, Fern, and Poker. Thank you so much! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not as good as other Sandals Resorts

Nov 16, 2025 Thomas P

Beautiful Resort. I am a frequent Sandals guest found some serious concerns with our visit in November. It is a beautiful resort, and the amenities are of no concern and met our expectations. The menu often offered a type of fish, or meat cut that simply was not true. Rack of Lamb offered is not the same a Lamb Shank, and Prime Rib is not… Read more
Beautiful Resort. I am a frequent Sandals guest found some serious concerns with our visit in November. It is a beautiful resort, and the amenities are of no concern and met our expectations. The menu often offered a type of fish, or meat cut that simply was not true. Rack of Lamb offered is not the same a Lamb Shank, and Prime Rib is not whatever they substituted for it. I ordered a Bloody Mary for breakfast and was told they were out of Vodka. Overall, this was the worst food of all the Sandals I have visited, by a large margin! I had trouble getting an additional key for the room. We were issued only one. Room Service failed to show, without notice, one day. We lost water in our room, and the sink water cold was barely a trickle for our stay. Twice the fire alarm went off in the morning, without reason or explanation. I called and left notes and was promised more water and coffee packs, and they were ignored, after being assured they would be taken care of. Entertainment was nothing more than a band, and one night with some dancing. Other resorts had show virtually every night. Tables were empty and we had to wait to be seated. We assumed shortage of help. Regardless, the place was beautiful, amenities excellent, and we had a great time. I just would not go back to Sandal Antigua, unless I was confident my concerns had been addressed. Read less