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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May 19, 2026 Carol M

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May 19, 2026 spegolo Milford, Connecticut

Sandals Antigua is a great place to vacation. We stayed for 6 days. The shuttle was at the airport as soon as we landed. The check in process was the only downside. The women at the desk were not friendly or helpful. She gave the impression that we were bothering her. (not a good way to make a first impression). The room was very clean and our… Read more
Sandals Antigua is a great place to vacation. We stayed for 6 days. The shuttle was at the airport as soon as we landed. The check in process was the only downside. The women at the desk were not friendly or helpful. She gave the impression that we were bothering her. (not a good way to make a first impression). The room was very clean and our view was spectacular. We were overlooking the pool and the ocean. The sunsets were gorgeous from our balcony. We received an activity sheet for the week. I loved taking the Aqua Fitness every day! The instructor was friendly and made it fun. The pool was clean and some activities were held at the pool. Music began playing at the pool at 11:00 and was played throughout the day. I think the folks playing the music need to play to the crowd. Most people there were over 50, and the music was very loud (couldn't talk in the pool) and it was all the most recent music, with the exception of 1 afternoon. That afternoon they played a nice variety: Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Eagles...a lot of the people were singing along. I recommend doing that everyday for an hour or two just to play something different and to play to the crowd. The restaurants had good food. Loved the huge antipasti bar in Marios. I only had that for dinner one night. Most restaurants have outdoor seating so you can enjoy your meal while watching the sunset. I recommend Eleanor's, Marios, Drunken Duck and Bayside for dinner. They were all good. The service at the restaurants were good, thr people were very nice. The property is laid out very well. You have the choice to stay at the main pool where the activities are or stroll to the other end and stay in the quiet pool. We spent 1 day on the beach-- the water and the sand is absolutely gorgeous! There are security guards at the gates that check to make sure you are a guest at the resort, for security purposes. There are activities every night. I like that the shows last 1 hour, so you can see 3-4 a night. The show were a good variety- pianist, vocalist, live band, fire dancer, aquatic show and even a headphone party. After the shows, you can stop by the Cafe de Paris for a sweet treat or some ice cream. We enjoyed it so much that we are going back next year. Shameeka did a good job helping us decide what and where to stay on their property next year. Thank you Shameeka! Read less
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May 19, 2026 Cathy M

Aleah at the concierge desk was so helpful in getting my large group a dinner at Kimonos on our last visit. Aleah helped us to make amazing memories.
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May 18, 2026 Tourist560252

Amazing. We have been to many Sandles and always go back. Antigua has been one for the books. The resort is stunning with beautiful lush grounds. Large pool, spectacular views and beautiful beaches. The staff are simply the best. Everyone and everywhere we went on this resort the staff were just kind, humble, caring and most of all genuinely care… Read more
Amazing. We have been to many Sandles and always go back. Antigua has been one for the books. The resort is stunning with beautiful lush grounds. Large pool, spectacular views and beautiful beaches. The staff are simply the best. Everyone and everywhere we went on this resort the staff were just kind, humble, caring and most of all genuinely care about the people who visit and they work with. Family’s and stories that are just wonderful to hear about. I literally left crying because I was really going to miss some of my favorite people. You make memories but become lifelong friends. Our Butlers were fantastic. Emerson, Geoffrey, and Marvin. Funny, caring, hard workers. To my best ladies in Paris Coffee: Sylvia and Kamala (I may have spelled wrong) gosh my heart was so pilled with genuine tears saying goodbye. True kindness from the heart. I adore them both so much and will run back to see them when I return. All staff deserve a shout out because they truly deserve it. Food was always great. I use to have a favorite Sandles we went to often but I can say Antigua won me over. We can’t wait to come back. Thank you for such an amazing vacation but most of all for the great work of the crew who makes it possible. Read less
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May 18, 2026 Malana B

We just returned from our honeymoon! Yes, Antigua is beautiful and Dickenson Bay is stunning, but what made our experience at the Sandals Grande Antigua exceptional was the service, friendly smiles and hospitality from the employees. I want to thank a few who stood out to us personally: Del Moore from photography. Not only did he capture our love… Read more
We just returned from our honeymoon! Yes, Antigua is beautiful and Dickenson Bay is stunning, but what made our experience at the Sandals Grande Antigua exceptional was the service, friendly smiles and hospitality from the employees. I want to thank a few who stood out to us personally: Del Moore from photography. Not only did he capture our love and joy in our photos, but his charisma and attentiveness were unmatched. A sweet shoutout to the beautiful ladies at Cafe Paris who greeted us every morning and made our delicious lattes. They even went out of their way to make local teas, like Soursop, for us to try throughout the week! Then there was Carol, the hostess with the mostest, from the Soy restaurant. She was always smiling and had a beautiful sparkle when she greeted us. She even kept it up while engaging with a few rude and entitled guests. We loved Carol! The two chiefs at Soy were also incredible; heck, so was every waitress who helped us. I believe they all waited on us as we ate there every night Soy was open. This was by far our favorite restaurant! Next, there was Jason from Kimonos, he was very entertaining, fun, and a ball of energy. He truly made the dining experience memorable. We truly hope we get to visit this amazing resort again! Read less