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 Wonderful experience!!!!

Jul 14, 2024 Danielle L

This was our first time at a Sandals resort as well as our first time in Antigua! From the start to the end of our trip to Sandals Grande we had the most amazing experience! We had three of the best butlers on the property who we HIGHLY recommend: Karen, Neil & Marvin! They made sure our stay was comfortable, accommodating, and relaxing! There… Read more
This was our first time at a Sandals resort as well as our first time in Antigua! From the start to the end of our trip to Sandals Grande we had the most amazing experience! We had three of the best butlers on the property who we HIGHLY recommend: Karen, Neil & Marvin! They made sure our stay was comfortable, accommodating, and relaxing! There wasn’t anything they couldn’t help us with!! We stayed in the Caribbean Honeymoon Rondoval room with a private pool and it was the most relaxing beautiful room! We had a private back area and the pool was a welcome retreat at night after the hot humid days! The food was excellent! We didn’t have a bad experience at any of the restaurants! It was a wonderful mix of food and cuisines! All the workers, servers, concierge and bartenders were so polite every day! Anyone you passed said hello to you! The beach and pool were amazing. The water was the perfect temperature! It only rained for a short amount of time and it was usually late at night. We lucked out with the weather for sure! The resort shop prices are a little high, but the vendors on the beach have wonderful items for much lower prices. If you go, try to meet Mr. Brown and Darryl on the beach. You won’t regret it! Their conversations alone were so real and humbling. We also loved our servers at the restaurants, but a special shout out goes to John at OK Corral, Shannon at the candlelight beach dinner, Stacey at Drunken Duck, Tequancia at Mario’s and our spa therapists Stella and Threcia! Every one of the names I mentioned on this review deserve to get recognition for their tremendous service with the ability to go above and beyond! It is because of them that we have decided to return to Antigua in the near future! Thank you for making this 20th anniversary trip with my husband the best vacation we have had! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic time

Jul 13, 2024 Joelsmith35 Romeo, Michigan

We had just a fantastic time! July 1 - 8 2024 room 217 What made it great, Sylvia at cafe de Paris was just a joy to be around and made our day very special Yonnel did an outstanding job taking care of our room. Dawana was a true enjoyment at Eleanor’s and We looked forward to having Kadesha at Soy because she was just wonderful Bobby in… Read more
We had just a fantastic time! July 1 - 8 2024 room 217 What made it great, Sylvia at cafe de Paris was just a joy to be around and made our day very special Yonnel did an outstanding job taking care of our room. Dawana was a true enjoyment at Eleanor’s and We looked forward to having Kadesha at Soy because she was just wonderful Bobby in ground maintenance was very friendly and helpful Many of people working at the resort were friendly and competent but these individuals were top notch! Thanks for a wonderful trip Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A wonderful and well needed break!

Jul 12, 2024 RichC10111 London, United Kingdom

This was a wonderful first visit to Sandals Grande Antigua - our fifth overall Sandals visit. This particular vacation was delayed slightly due to a minor health issue I had so when we finally got there it felt very needed. Thankfully our experience was exactly what we needed, a tremendous relaxing break where we wanted for nothing. We stayed… Read more
This was a wonderful first visit to Sandals Grande Antigua - our fifth overall Sandals visit. This particular vacation was delayed slightly due to a minor health issue I had so when we finally got there it felt very needed. Thankfully our experience was exactly what we needed, a tremendous relaxing break where we wanted for nothing. We stayed in an amazing room the LV room category and because of that probably spent the most time in the room of any holiday we’ve previously had. Our butlers made sure we had everything we needed and I’d like to thank Corri, Jessica and June for everything they did for us during our stay. The resort itself is lovely, the grounds are beautiful, the main pool is great and the beach is stunning - the best of any Sandals resort we’ve visited. I think the resort is fairly old and there were a few areas that were a bit worn and tired, but I believe some renovations will be happening at some stage. I do hope, however, that they don’t make this resort ultra modern during the renos and allow it to keep its charm. However PLEASE add some more air conditioned restaurants, that’s one area the resort is lacking, 2 bars with AC and 2 AC restaurants meant that it was a bit difficult enjoying some of our meals when it was still 30c outside. Food ranged from okay, to exquisite, but may have been the weakest element of the stay. But we never had any complaints just some dishes we’d had on other resorts didn’t stand out as much here. Everything was tasty and the menus were broad. I was a little disappointed that Soy was lacking a couple of the non sushi appetisers… mainly because it meant we couldn’t go there much for starters before going elsewhere for our mains - my wife doesn’t like sushi. Overall we had an amazing stay and we’ll definitely be coming back in a couple of years. We’re trying to see as many Sandals properties as possible before repeating any but this is high on the list to return to! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great honeymoon

Jul 12, 2024 feeway Babylon, New York

This was a belated honeymoon for us and we were so happy with our choice. The resort was a good size, but never felt too big. Our room was a club level on the Mediterranean side. Perfect size and had a separate tub and shower and separate vanities. My only complaint was I wish it was a bit brighter in the bathroom. Housekeeping did an amazing… Read more
This was a belated honeymoon for us and we were so happy with our choice. The resort was a good size, but never felt too big. Our room was a club level on the Mediterranean side. Perfect size and had a separate tub and shower and separate vanities. My only complaint was I wish it was a bit brighter in the bathroom. Housekeeping did an amazing job our entire trip. Our fridge was always stocked and bed turned down at night. The beach is fabulous only second to Turks Grave Bay. The vendors were not pushy at all and were pleasant to talk to. A simple no thank you was all they needed. Yet they always said hello as we walked by. The pools were nice. We spent our time at main pool and the activities team kept things going but never getting rowdy. We rented a cabana and cabana crew was amazing Marsha, Kelly Ayesha we mean you. Bartenders kept drinks flowing. I want to stress that the employees here really made our trip fantastic. From greeting you when you walk in to singing goodbye; they always had a smile and a hello for you. Oh and Shellon from loyalty and travel thank you for putting up with my constant questions and changes. Yes some of the resort needs a touch up(we were told this may begin in September, but that did not stop is from booking again in two years. This Island, its people and this resort have captivated is. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 50th Birthday to Remember

Jul 11, 2024 Melvin T

We visited the Sandals Antigua location and was our first-time visiting Sandals. I must say we received a warm welcome and enjoyed the facilities. We had Butler service and was provided top notch service from Geoffrey, Marilyn, and Chavon. They went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure our stay was an awesome stay. I would like to also say… Read more
We visited the Sandals Antigua location and was our first-time visiting Sandals. I must say we received a warm welcome and enjoyed the facilities. We had Butler service and was provided top notch service from Geoffrey, Marilyn, and Chavon. They went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure our stay was an awesome stay. I would like to also say General Manager Leighton Joseph ensured that our stay was memorable and enjoyable. I will always remember celebrating my 50th Birthday at Sandals. Only concern was the bus driver dropped our suitcase and broke the wheels. Read less