Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa

Antigua, Caribbean

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 Grande Luxe Poolside Rooms are located on the first and second floors, and have a private balcony or patio offering pool and garden views.

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 Honeymoon Luxury Club Level Rooms are large rooms offering panoramic views of Dickenson Bay, 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 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 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 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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Joy is the best in Antigua!!

May 1, 2024 Chris H

My wife and I went to Grande Antigua for our tenth anniversary last week. We had a great time on the Caribbean side. The food was great. Our room was close to everything including the smaller pool with a swim up bar. Joy at the small pool was the best. She was so friendly and attentive!! After she learned of my wife's allergy to cherry, she would… Read more
My wife and I went to Grande Antigua for our tenth anniversary last week. We had a great time on the Caribbean side. The food was great. Our room was close to everything including the smaller pool with a swim up bar. Joy at the small pool was the best. She was so friendly and attentive!! After she learned of my wife's allergy to cherry, she would adjust drink recipes so that my wife could have them. And her drinks tasted the best of the resort. Go see her if you stay get here!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sandals is not the luxury brand it once was, unfortunately.

May 1, 2024 BabsA51 Redcar, United Kingdom

This was our 2nd visit to Sandals Antigua & unfortunately it will be our last. It is tired in areas, food not the best as it should be for what you pay to go there. Bar food was never hot, just warm. With the exception of Bayside for lunch, that is fabulous, with lots of choice. Main fault is some of the staff are not welcoming, which is… Read more
This was our 2nd visit to Sandals Antigua & unfortunately it will be our last. It is tired in areas, food not the best as it should be for what you pay to go there. Bar food was never hot, just warm. With the exception of Bayside for lunch, that is fabulous, with lots of choice. Main fault is some of the staff are not welcoming, which is disappointing. Except Ziggy (bar staff) & Cavel in Eleanors they were lovely. No floats in pool provided. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect holiday from start to finish!

May 1, 2024 debbieg3 Southampton, United Kingdom

We have just arrived home from a week in paradise! Sandals Grande Antigua was all that we hoped it would be- and more. From the moment we arrived at the airport we were greeted by such wonderful warm people. The Sandals airport bus was ready and waiting for us and within 20 minutes or so we were at the resort being welcomed by friendly staff… Read more
We have just arrived home from a week in paradise! Sandals Grande Antigua was all that we hoped it would be- and more. From the moment we arrived at the airport we were greeted by such wonderful warm people. The Sandals airport bus was ready and waiting for us and within 20 minutes or so we were at the resort being welcomed by friendly staff bearing cold towels and cocktails!🍹 Our room was a Club level Mediterranean Honeymoon Suite ( although we were not on our Honeymoon) The room was clean and spacious with plenty of hot water and towels and a small but adequate balcony. The pools and gardens are immaculate and the restaurants all top notch- OK Corral being our favourite ❤️ Breakfast at the Bayside was lovely and the staff at the Pizza bar delightful! A shout out to Ziggy for making our cocktails at the bar and all of the entertainment crew for the fun and games. We made use of the snorkel boat for a water trip and also took a sightseeing trip with GG ( organised by the front staff) which was both informative and entertaining, we loved the history at English harbour. The checkout system was great, being able to continue using all of the facilities and then having a great departure area, complete with showers, towels and toiletries, making leaving for the airport so much easier.All in all we had a fabulous holiday and we’re sorry to say goodbye but rest assured we will be back to Sandals in the very near future 😍 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sandals Grande Antigua - Beware of Anthurium Building

Apr 29, 2024 Gerald W

Just returned from a trip to Sandals Grande Antigua. Stayed in the Anthurium Building and must warn everyone that this building sits directly adjacent to the roadway frontage to the resort. You will hear every car, truck, horn, and revving engine all night. Buyer beware! The resort was otherwise nice, food was good, staff attentive, and pools /… Read more
Just returned from a trip to Sandals Grande Antigua. Stayed in the Anthurium Building and must warn everyone that this building sits directly adjacent to the roadway frontage to the resort. You will hear every car, truck, horn, and revving engine all night. Buyer beware! The resort was otherwise nice, food was good, staff attentive, and pools / beach very good. Just be careful with your room location as can make for some rough nights sleeping. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Must visit beach in Antigua

Apr 29, 2024 Mariia K Alassio, Italy

Great beach! I love to go there whenever I visit Antigua on a cruise ship. It is a long and clean beach with many empty places for people who prefer to stay on the sand, no renting the sun chairs.