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 Great time! Exceptional staff

Apr 17, 2024 Debra K

Overall we had a lovely time, I do wish to acknowledge several things were broken in the room upon arrival which were repaired in a timely manner. The following staff need to be mentioned for their outstanding jobs. Leslie and David the GMS, Vivi, Adam and super J in entertainment, in waitstaff , Corey, Ayesha, Shanique, Jackeym, Anika,Troy in… Read more
Overall we had a lovely time, I do wish to acknowledge several things were broken in the room upon arrival which were repaired in a timely manner. The following staff need to be mentioned for their outstanding jobs. Leslie and David the GMS, Vivi, Adam and super J in entertainment, in waitstaff , Corey, Ayesha, Shanique, Jackeym, Anika,Troy in water sports and Aleah in Concierge, they also have a sax soloist Lael who plays a couple of times a week who is amazing. If you are lucky enough to get any of these amazing staff your trip is made. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Relax with the E'

Apr 15, 2024 CourtSteph2017 West Palm Beach, Florida

Our stay at Sandals Grande Antigua was exactly what was needed. We had an amazingly relaxed time. Sandals Grande Antigua is absolutely beautiful, our room was well appointed for what was needed to make this a relaxed vacation, very friendly and helpful staff, great entertainment (day and night), and the spa service was amazing. We took a day… Read more
Our stay at Sandals Grande Antigua was exactly what was needed. We had an amazingly relaxed time. Sandals Grande Antigua is absolutely beautiful, our room was well appointed for what was needed to make this a relaxed vacation, very friendly and helpful staff, great entertainment (day and night), and the spa service was amazing. We took a day trip to the city, saw local beaches (ffyes and Jolly), did some sightseeing spots (Shirley Heights, Falmouth Harbor, Nelson Dock Yard, etc), the old and new Cricket stadium, then had some local food for lunch which was delicious; I did not particularly like the coconut dumpling, I think because of the different textures. Our butlers, Kemar, Durke and Antonio see to all of our needs, while not intruding. They took the time to review out dietary needs and ensure that we had reservation set each evening. They were extremely knowledgeable about the hotel, local spots and the Country of Antigua. We truly enjoyed having them as our butlers. Our final full day at Sandals, I spent almost the entire day at the pool while my husband relaxed in the room. The butler was very gracious by not going to the room while he relaxed. We also had Odayne as one of our butlers for a few hours the night before we left and he was also great. Overall, we give a 9 out of 10 for this hotel because there is always room for improvement. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Somewhat disappointing

Apr 15, 2024 Michael H Portland, Maine

We stayed at the Sandals Grande Antigua from April 2-9. It was a trip we've looked very forward to for two years and while the island was beautiful and we had a great time, the resort itself left much to be desired. For starters, our room wasn't ready and its availability kept getting pushed back, almost as if there was an issue(s). Upon finally… Read more
We stayed at the Sandals Grande Antigua from April 2-9. It was a trip we've looked very forward to for two years and while the island was beautiful and we had a great time, the resort itself left much to be desired. For starters, our room wasn't ready and its availability kept getting pushed back, almost as if there was an issue(s). Upon finally getting in the room, we immediately had problems with water leakage, from the shower, the tub and even the refrigerator initially. Our first night, we wanted to take a bath but the tub didn't fill, then the jets didn't work. We had to make three calls and four follow-ups before it was finally fixed on our fourth day there. Midway through the week, there was water on the floor from condensation. We went through towels non-stop and never were we able to walk barefoot in the room without our feet being wet. We were told on the phone and on the app that we would have someone assigned to us to address our concerns, but it never happened. Not once were we able to speak with a manager. We booked a couple reservations upon arrival for later in the week, when another couple would be joining us. We booked for four and at both restaurants, they only had us for two. They did accommodate us, but it was annoying. We found the service to be very mediocre and unfriendly, the worst of the three Sandals we've stayed at. We got the impression we were a burden in many cases. My wife has a shellfish allergy and on our previous Sandals visits, we were always asked immediately about allergies, but on this trip, it only happened about half the time. We booked a $99 cabana and had a server come over only twice. We didn't get ice until the day was half over. The people in the cabana next door were smoking all day and weren't asked to stop even though it's supposed to be against the rules. The Spa members were everywhere, constantly pushing a visit. My wife did have a massage, but it was outdoors in a non-private area and was very mediocre for the price. Of lesser note, there was no welcome packet/pen/paper in our room, there was an unpleasant, sewer-like aroma near the Mediterranean Village, there were no specials on the board outside the Loyalty office like we found elsewhere, pool chairs were very hard to get unless you get up at 6 a.m. (which is unreasonable on vacation) and entertainment, although very friendly, was average compared to other Sandals. One last thing: A few more beer options and maybe some seltzers would be great Read less
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Apr 15, 2024 April W Albany, New York

Our room was absolutely delightful and so comfortable!!! The grounds of Sandals were immaculately manicured and it was a pleasure to walk through and discover new areas. So many different food options and for me it was so fun to see a the friendly kittens strolling around for pets. Bar and pool service were 5 star+. Shanique K. was an absolute… Read more
Our room was absolutely delightful and so comfortable!!! The grounds of Sandals were immaculately manicured and it was a pleasure to walk through and discover new areas. So many different food options and for me it was so fun to see a the friendly kittens strolling around for pets. Bar and pool service were 5 star+. Shanique K. was an absolute standout! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating FANTASTIC TIME

Apr 14, 2024 edachille New York City, New York

Just came home from a fantastic week at Sandals Grande Antigua. Beautiful resort with a beautiful beach. Friendly and great staff - shout-out to Kelly at the Cabanas. She was fun and a complete pleasure. We had the privilege of having with Marcia from the Loyalty Desk join our table at the returning guest dinner and where thrilled when she… Read more
Just came home from a fantastic week at Sandals Grande Antigua. Beautiful resort with a beautiful beach. Friendly and great staff - shout-out to Kelly at the Cabanas. She was fun and a complete pleasure. We had the privilege of having with Marcia from the Loyalty Desk join our table at the returning guest dinner and where thrilled when she booked out next Sandals vacation. Randall from landscaping took time to speak to me about the palm trees on property. This was definitely a five star vacation. I highly recommend Sandals Grande Antigua. Read less