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Sandal Barbados Review – Is it Worth it? Must Know Tips BEFORE

By: Author Hannah

Posted on Last updated: 15 March, 2024

Enjoy two resorts for the price of one by visiting the beautiful island of Barbados and staying at one of the Sandals Barbados resorts. Situated on the southern end of the island by the St. Lawrence Gap, Sandals offers two amazing all-inclusive resorts: Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados.

With a combined twenty restaurants, numerous bars and pools, and plenty of activities, visitors get to take advantage of it all with premium exchange privileges between the two resorts. They are literally right next to each other, and you can walk between the two without even realizing you are on the other property.

We’ve spent a week at Sandals Royal Barbados, along with several trips to Barbados, and can tell you it’s one of our favorite Sandals resorts . We’ve put together this quick guide to all that these resorts have to offer.

We had a ton of questions before traveling and choosing this resort, so we hope we can help you save time while planning your couples vacation or Barbados honeymoon. We’ve broken out each property individually, but again you can visit both.

FAQ About Sandals Barbados

What airport do you fly into for Sandals Barbados? – Grantley Adams International Airport, Barbados airport code BGI

How far is the airport from Sandals Barbados? – The airport is about fifteen minutes from Sandals Barbados resort.

How many Sandals Resorts are in Barbados? –  There are two properties in Barbados: Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados. However, they are adjoined and can feel like one resort at times.

Is it safe to go to Barbados? – Yes, Barbados is safe, but as with any destination, exercise normal precautions. The U.S. State Department gives countries a 1-4 advisory level, and currently, Barbados is a travel advisory level 1, the lowest level. For the current safety in Barbados warnings, click here to get the U.S. State Department .

Can you tip at Sandals Barbados? –  The only staff members that are allowed to accept tips at Sandals are butlers and spa employees. Sandals Resorts has a strict no-tipping policy, and any employee caught accepting tips will be fired. Please don’t put staff members in an awkward position by offering them a tip. They will feel bad saying no and risk losing their job.

Where can you get the best deals to stay at Sandals Barbados? –   The cheapest Sandals Barbados prices can be found when booking directly on the Sandals website . No need to hire a travel agent. Click here to see the current resort specials .

Which is the best Sandals resort in Barbados? –  No matter if you stay at Sandals Barbados or Sandals Royal, you’ll be on the same grounds and able to visit all the same pools, restaurants, and bars.

Don’t forget your insurance! You never know when you’ll need it. We suggest getting  travel insurance with Safety Wing. Which coverage includes medical, trip interruption, lost luggage, and more. Often rates are as low as $12 a week. 

Where Is Sandals Barbados Resort?

As the name suggests, it’s located on the Caribbean Island of Barbados. Barbados is located in the eastern Caribbean, with daily flights from the US, Canada, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

The two resorts are attached to each other and located on the sandy shores of Maxwell Beach in the Southwest of the country. The Airport is 20 minutes away from the resorts, and the capital of Bridgetown is 25 minutes, depending on traffic. The property is set on one of the best beaches in Barbados .

Getting to Sandals Resort Barbados

After you land in Barbados at the BGI airport in Christ Church, there is no need to line up your transportation to and from the resorts since Sandals provides a complimentary shuttle with staff that will help escort luggage.

There is a Sandals lounge right after immigration and customs. Here you’ll check in and sit down for a second, grab a drink and a small snack before heading off to the resort.

Best Time to Visit Barbados

Given its fantastic climate, Barbados is excellent to visit all year round. The peak season lasts from late December through mid-April, so prices tend to be a bit higher and the weather the warmest.

Visiting between July and November will garner slightly lower prices and milder weather. Hurricanes have rarely hit Barbados, so travelers usually don’t need to completely avoid hurricane season.

Room Types at Sandals Barbados

We’re not going to go into detail about all the room types because what room type you choose really depends on your budget and the amenities you want to have. If you’re looking for the best deals, click here for the current sales page .

We’ve stayed on the Sandals Barbados Royal side in two different room types. We spent half our time in the beachfront prime minister one bedroom butler suite with a private pool & patio tranquility soaking tub (B1PP) and the other half in the South Seas Royal Rondoval butler suite with private pool sanctuary (RPP).

No matter which room type you stay in, you’ll get to indulge in all the same restaurants, bars, and amenities on the property.

Sandals Barbados Review & Map

The first Sandals Resort on the island is called Sandals Barbados. Later, a second resort, Sandals Royal Barbados, was built right next door, and if you didn’t know, you might even assume it was all one resort.

However, this section is about Sandals Barbados – keep scrolling down to find more info on Sandals Royal Barbados.

Room Service

Room service is available for all quests 7:00 am – 10:00 pm, no matter what room category you booked.

If you are booked in a Butler Elite room, you will have access to 24-hour room service, and the menu you can choose from will be different (think higher-end items). You usually can have your butler bring you room service from any of the restaurants as well.

Sandals Resorts Dress Code For Restaurants

Restaurants have either a resort casual or resort evening attire policy, kind of similar to what other top class restaurants abide by. Men, make sure to pack at least one pair of pants,  closed-toed shoes, and a dress shirt if you plan on dining at one of the restaurants with evening attire.

My husband usually brings one pair of pants that we call his “diner pants,” one pair of closed-toed shoes, and three button shirts (long sleeve or short sleeve). The women have a much more relaxed attire, and I can say I have never been turned away for wearing jeans to an evening attire place. Often I will wear long pants as the air conditioning is so cold inside or the mosquitos love me…

• Shorts or jeans, t-shirts or polo shirts. Swimwear must be covered. Shirts and footwear are required.
• Men – Dress pants or jeans, long or short sleeve dress shirts (with or without collar). Dress shoes, closed-toe dress sandals, deck shoes.
• Ladies – Dress pants or capris, skirts, elegant tops, and dresses. Dress shoes or dress sandals. No shorts, t-shirts, men’s sleeveless shirts, sneakers, flip flops or slippers, hats or caps.

Sandals Barbados Restaurants

Staying at either property, visitors get to enjoy plenty of dining options with twenty restaurants that are all worth checking out. Some require reservations, so try and make them before leaving home or right away at check-in.

Since this is an all inclusive resort, you can try them all, and it is all included. Sometimes we will visit a few in one night—appetizers at one, dinner at another, and ending with dessert.

If you are staying in a butler suite, usually, the butlers can get you reservations at all restaurants throughout your stay. Make sure to put together your dining preferences on the first day at Sandals Barbados.

1. Bombay Club

Bombay Club offers excellent Indian cuisine in a casual setting. Bombay was our personal favorite restaurant. If you love Indian food, you won’t be disappointed! If you’ve never tried Indian food, this is a great chance to sample many dishes and find some new favorites. We highly recommend the garlic naan and butter chicken.

They also serve an international breakfast.

• Resort Casual
• Reservations Not Accepted
• Hours: 8 am – 10:30 am | 6 pm-10 pm

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2. Butch’s Chophouse

There are two steakhouses in Barbados, Butch’s Chophouse and Butch’s Steak & Seafood. Both offer great steaks and steakhouse favorites. If you can try and get reservations at both steakhouses, you won’t be disappointed.

• Resort Evening wear required
• Reservations Required
• Hours: 6 pm-10 pm

3. Cafe de Paris

Cafe de Paris is an excellent cafe for morning coffee and mid-day snacks with assorted pastries, made-to-order crepes, ice cream, and other light snack options. It was our go-to for an ice cream treat and a coffee.

• Hours: 7 am-10 pm

3. Dino’s Pizzeria Italiana

Pizza by the pool on the beach is hard to beat. We often got a pizza to go and headed back to our beach chairs, OR we had our butler deliver us pizza on the beach. Dino’s Pizzeria Italiana offers fantastic wood-fired pizzas.

They even had a master pizza chef Dino Cavallo from Naples, Italy, who trains Sandals chefs on how to make the most authentic Italian pizzas. They even named the restaurant after him!

• Hours: 11 am-6 pm

4. The Merry Monkey English Pub

It offers excellent casual gastropub fare and late-night snacks and stays open late to keep the micro-beers and cocktails flowing. Some of the most popular menu items are fish & chips, fried mozzarella sticks, burgers, and bangers & mash. If you like to stay out late, drinking and making new friends, The Merry Monkey is the place to be.

• Hours: 1 pm – 6 pm | 6 pm-2 am

5. Kimonos Oriental Cuisine

Kimonos is a full-service hibachi grill that is both delicious and entertaining. If you stayed at other Sandals locations, you’ve possibly had an entertaining dinner at Kimonos before.

Kimonos is another popular restaurant where reservations fill up fast. If you like a nice quiet dinner or don’t have 1.5+ hours for dinner, you may want to skip Kimonos.

6. Portofino’s Italian Restaurant and Bar

Portofino’s is open for breakfast & dinner and is one of our favorites for a sit-down breakfast. Portofino’s serves up excellent pasta and other fresh Italian dishes. Italian is always a good idea, and we make sure to have dinner here once on every trip. The menu is vast, with pasta, steak, seafood, salads, soup, and more.

• Restaurant Casual
• Hours: 7:30 am-10:30 am | 6 pm-9:30 pm

7. Schooners Seafood Grill

When in the Caribbean, make sure to have some seafood. Schooners Seafood Grill is perfect for outdoor dining and exceptionally fresh seafood. It is located right on the beach. We suggest having dinner here during sunset for an unforgettable meal.,

Some of the menu favorites are grilled lobster tail, swordfish steak, snapper, grouper, surf & turf, and options for non-seafood lovers or vegetarians.

• Hours: 6 pm-9:30 pm

8. Soy Sushi Bar

Several Sandals properties have Soy or similar sushi restaurants, and they are great places to try sushi if you never had it or if you are trying to branch out and try something new. Soy is another of our favorite Sandals restaurants we always eat at several times on a trip. Soy offers handmade rolls and other delicious sushi entrees.

Sometimes we will go to Soy early on as an appetizer and then have dinner reservations later in the evening at one of the other restaurants. That way, we can try as many of the restaurants as possible.

9. Spices Caribbean Cuisine

Spices Caribbean Cuisine provides a tour de force of Caribbean recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you’re looking for a quick breakfast, you’ll want to head to Spices for their full breakfast buffet. We never had dinner or lunch here as we had our stomachs set on some of the other restaurants.

• Hours: 7 am-10:30 am | 12:30 pm-2:30 pm | 6 pm-9:30 pm

10. The Mariner Seaside Bar and Grill

The Mariner is a great sit-down place for lunch right on the beach. The food comes relatively quickly, and it’s a great place to escape the sun for a while and take in the ocean views. Some of the popular menu items: are quesadillas, fish sandwiches, jerk burgers, salads, and wraps.

11. Doggies Hot Dog Stand

If you want a quick bite to eat by the pool, head to the hot dog stand!

• Hours: 12 pm – 3 pm

Chocolate Gala –  The chocolate gala is on Thursdays from 9 pm.

Sandals Barbados Pools

There are two main pools, as well as a whirlpool. The pools have no set hours and are open all day & night. If there is a maintenance sign set out, they will ask you to leave during such time.

• Main Pool – located right above the beach is the main pool which is where you’ll find the swim-up bar, which is always a guaranteed good time.
• Lagoon Pool – which is the largest lagoon pool in Barbados. The swim-up suites room types are part of the lagoon pool.

Sandals Barbados Bars

You won’t go thirsty! There is always a bar nearby with a bartender waiting to mix up your favorite drink.

• The Merry Monkey Bar | Hours: 5 pm-2 am | We really loved the bartenders at The Merry Monkey Bar. It was our favorite bar on the Sandals Barbados side. They have a great selection of drinks and even offer food which is great if you need a late-night snack to help prevent a hangover.
• Swim-Up Pool Bar | Hours: 10 am-6 pm |The main pool swim-up bar is one of the most popular places to be during the day. It’s located right off the beach with a great view of the ocean and ice-cold drinks that are free-flowing.
• Oyster Shell Bar | Hours: 11 am-1 am
• Pool Bar | Hours: 10 am-10 pm
• Calypso Bar | Hours: 10 am-11 pm
• East Meets West Bar | Hours: 6 pm-10 pm
• Soy Bar | Hours: 6 pm-10 pm | If you’re having dinner at Soy, come early and have a sake drink before sitting down for sushi.
• Tiki Bar | Hours: 10 am – 6 pm

Sandals Royal Barbados Review & Map

The second resort to open on the island is called Sandals Royal Barbados. Here they have introduced additional room types, a beautiful pool, lots of high-end amenities, and its set of beautiful Maxwell Beach!

Sandals Royal Barbados Restaurants

1. butch’s steak and seafood.

Like its counterpart Butch’s Chophouse, Butch’s Steak and Seafood offers an upscale dining experience with excellent steaks and fish dishes. Butch’s Steak and Seafood provides a premium steakhouse experience in the middle of the Caribbean.

Their menu includes steakhouse staples like Lamb chops, classic steak Diane, prime rib, surf & turf, parmesan truffle fries, steamed asparagus, Creme Brule, and more. Being in the Caribbean, the steakhouse also has an excellent seafood selection, including tuna, snapper, monkfish, scallops, and lobster if in season. Make sure to get a reservation right away. Butch’s Steak and Seafood is the most popular restaurant at Sandals Barbados.

• Resort Evening

2. Chi Asian Fusion

Chi Asian Fusion offers a taste of Southeast Asia with classic Chinese dishes like Kung Pao Chicken and some of the best bao buns in the Caribbean.

• Hours: 6 pm – 10 pm

3. American Tavern

American Tavern offers comfort American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They offer a full breakfast buffet that is popular amongst guests. For lunch and dinner, the menu is packed with American favorites like spinach & artichoke dip, crab cakes, fried chicken biscuits, BBQ pork ribs, chicken & waffles, shrimp & grits, burgers, and much more. Make sure to save room for the peanut butter cheesecake.

• Hours: 7:30 am-10:30 am | 12:30 pm-2:30 pm | 6 pm-10 pm

4. La Parisienne French Cuisine

La Parisienne is a fantastic French restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Breakfast is ala carte, and has fantastic views of the ocean as it’s located on the rooftop. The breakfast menu offers classic dishes like fresh omelets, eggs benedict, steak & eggs, french toast, and more. Their dinner menu is impressive with escargots, Nicoise salad, French onion soup, Filet de Sole à la Meunière, Châteaubriand, and Bouillabaisse.

• Hours: 8 am-10:30 am | 6 pm-10 pm

5. Neptune’s Mediterranean Seafood

Neptune’s seaside restaurant is steps from your beach chair. Throw on a shirt and head to lunch. They offer tasty fresh seafood prepared in a simple fashion for lunch and dinner. They have great options for those looking for a lighter lunch with Greek/caesar/fattoush salads.

Some of our lunch menu favorites are grilled chicken Caesar wrap, grilled fish sandwich (ask the fish of the day), and steak sandwich. For dinner, try the Greek ceviche, grilled swordfish steak, Moroccan Wahoo, or Lamb Souvlaki.

• Hours: 11 am-3 pm | 6 pm-10 pm

6. The Jerk Shack

Our first stop at any Sandals Resort is the Jerk Shack for some jerk chicken. We like to believe it helps cure any jetlag! The Jerk Shack gives you the best taste of the Caribbean with spicy and flavorful Jamaican dishes.

The menu is simple, offering jerk chicken/pork/sausage, fish in foil, roast sweet potatoes, festivals, and hard dough bread. The jerk sauce is served on the side, and we love the hellfire sauce to spice it up. If you prefer white meat, just make sure to ask for it.

• Hours: 11 am-4 pm

7. Sweet n’ Salty’s

The newest restaurant at Sandals Royal Barbados is Sweet n’ Salty’s gourmet donuts & coffee. The donuts are made fresh daily, with some classics and some not-so-classic tasty combinations like white chocolate maple bacon, s’ mores, 24k carrot, the cereal bowl, coco loco, bier Haus pretzel, and more. Make sure to get a cup of coffee with your donut, and if you want to get your vacation started early and get one of the specialties that include alcohol.

8. Green House

It is one of the newest restaurants that serves farm-to-table breakfast daily. We haven’t eaten at this restaurant as it opened after our stay.

• Hours: 8 am-11 am

9. Heart & Sol

If you are looking for a healthy stop for breakfast or lunch, head here for sandwiches and smoothies. We haven’t eaten at this restaurant either, as it wasn’t open during our stay, but it sounds delicious.

• Hours: 7am-11am | 11am-5pm

Sandals Royal Barbados Pools

There are three main pools, as well as a whirlpool. The pools have no official set hours and are open all day & night. If there is a maintenance sign set out, they will ask you to leave during such time.

• South Seas Pool – Set back from the beach, close to the lobby, is a large and peaceful pool.
• Infinity Pool – Located right on the beach with uninterrupted views.
• Rooftop Pool – Located at the Sky Rooftop Bar, the glass infinity rooftop pool is our favorite, and the best part is it’s usually empty. For some odd reason, not many guests choose to spend the day up here. So you’ll have most of the pool and bar to yourself. The views from the edge of the infinity pool are epic!

Sandals Royal Barbados Bars

There are six bars, including swim-up bars on the Sandals Royal Barbados side, serving premium alcohol brands like Bombay Sapphire, Jack Daniels, Appleton Rum, Grey Goose, etc.

• Lovers Lane Craft Beer Bar | Hours 11 am-1 pm | If you’re a beer lover, make sure to head to Lovers Lane Craft Beer Bar at night for some local Barbados micro-brewery beers as well as many imported beers. They have a total of 19 different types of beer. If you aren’t a beer drinker, don’t worry, they have a full bar that has a built-in strip of ice that helps keep your drink nice and cold.
• Sky Rooftop Bar  | 10 am-12 am
• Seaside Bar  | 10 am-10 pm
• South Seas Swim Up Bar  | 10 am-6 pm
• Oasis Bar | 10 am-10 pm
• Neptune’s Bar | 6 pm-2 am

Diving at Sandals

For many certified divers, unlimited diving at Sandals Resorts is one of the biggest perks. We have met many guests that go out every morning for a two-tank dive and come back around lunchtime. If you’re a certified diver, you know that diving can be a costly hobby. Often a two-tank dive will cost $100+ but not at here. It’s INCLUDED and UNLIMITED . Just make sure to stop by the dive shop right away to go through some paperwork and signup for the upcoming dives.

If you aren’t a certified diver but want to try diving and see if it’s something you’d like to consider doing a discover scuba dive. This is a 3-hour program, and you’ll get to do one open water dive going up to 40ft below. Discovery Dives prices are $100. I personally have done a discovery dive in Belize, Maldives, and Thailand and can say this price is reasonable.

If you loved the discover dive, consider getting PADI certified on your trip or start the coursework before your trip. There are 8 hours of classroom work that can be done online before you arrive. Then once in Barbados, take your practical exam with the instructor and start diving the same day.

Your PADI certification is valid all over the world, so on your next Sandals vacation, you’ll be dive certified and can take advantage of unlimited diving.  PADI open water diver certificated costs $450 and is reasonably priced for the Caribbean.

Another perk of Sandals Resorts is endless activities, including watersports, diving, and more. No matter if you have the perfect sunny day in paradise or a little liquid sunshine, there are tons of activities at to keep you entertained.

• Water Sports like boogie and paddleboards, kayaks and canoes, snorkeling, glass-bottom boats, and pool volleyball
• Land Sports like table tennis, bocce ball, beach volleyball, cricket, and yoga
• Bowling Alley with four lanes at Sandals Royal Barbados
• Live Entertainment like a piano bar, live music, beach parties, and chocolate buffets
• Spa with excellent massages and other spa treatments (extra charge)
• Fitness Center with full gym equipment

Our Pick for Top Three Excursions

There are tons of things to do in Barbados , and we suggest you plan on taking at least one excursion during your trip. I know it will be hard to leave the resort for the day, but it’s great to get out and see what Barbados has to offer.

Make sure to stop by the Island Routes desk in the lobby to see the excursion list. Here are our top 3 Island Routes excursions in Barbados:

• Catamaran Cruise – is one of the best excursions Sandals has to offer. The catamaran allows some of the best views of the Barbados coastline while enjoying complimentary glasses of Prosecco and an open bar. In addition to the gourmet three-course lunch, tourists can also snorkel and swim if they decide to hop off the catamaran for a while.
• Caves and Critters – allows visitors to safely explore Harison’s Caves, all from the comfort of a motorized tram. There are plenty of fantastic stalactites and stalagmites to take photos of. Once back on land, the tram will take you through an impressive wildlife reserve with plenty of exotic animals and fauna to check out.
• Ultimate Snorkel Tour and Bridgetown Shopping provide a taste of the sea and the city with an excellent snorkeling tour of Carlisle Bay which includes three shipwrecks and plenty of marine life. Afterward, enjoy some refreshing drinks, including a tasty rum punch, before heading over to Broad Street for lots of duty-free shopping.

So now that we’ve shown you how amazing Sandals Barbados is, what are you waiting for you? We hope you have an amazing trip, and make sure to get the best prices online here directly with Sandals. That way, you’ll save money to start planning your next trip.

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Sandals Royal Barbados – Review and Guide for 2024

Barbados , Beaches & Sandals

Updated: December 15, 2023

SandalsRoyal Barbados is the newest of two Sandals resorts on the island of Barbados. It invites guests with a sophisticated but laid-back atmosphere, with lots of things for guests to do right here on the property. Highlights of Sandals Royal Barbados include the rooftop pool and bar, as well as the bowling alley.

Barbados is well known for its scuba diving and snorkeling. Plus, it’s on the same property as Sandals Barbados, so you get to stay at 1 and play at 2.

Enjoy 7 restaurants here and another 11 over at Sandals Barbados. Guests of Butler category rooms get the luxury of added Rolls Royce airport transport at no additional cost. 

About Sandals Royal Barbados

Where is sandals royal barbados.

Sandals Royal Barbados can be found on the Caribbean Island of Barbados. The island is located in the eastern section of the Caribbean and can be easily reached with major airlines from the United States, Canada, Europe and the United Kingdom. In most cases, you will be able to access daily flights depending on your location. 

Once on the island, the hotel is a 20-minute drive from the airport. Set on Maxwell Beach, one of the best beaches on the island, you will enjoy many beach days. 

Getting to Sandals Royal Barbados

You arrive by air at the Grantley Adams International Airport. Once you have gone through customs and immigration, you will enter the Sandals lounge, where you will await your complimentary shuttle. Staff will escort your luggage so you can grab a drink and snack with your hands-free. 

Your shuttle should take approximately 20 minutes to the resort, depending on traffic. 

Best Time to Visit Sandals Royal Barbados

Barbados has a fantastic climate all year round, so you can enjoy excellent weather when you visit. Peak hotel season runs from late December through to the middle of April.  During this time, you will find higher hotel stay rates, but you will also find the nicest weather. 

If you have budget constraints, the best time to visit Sandals Royal Barbados is between July and November when prices are lower. You may experience brief heavy showers, but these tend to be followed or preceded by nice sunny days. 

Hurricanes typically pass north of the Island, and so they rarely get hit by hurricanes. 

What’s Included at Sandals Royal Barbados

Sandals is known for their luxury inclusive vacations. At Sandals Royal, you can expect no less. As the name suggests, expect to enjoy Royal treatment while on the resort. As a matter of fact, the minute you clear immigration and customs, the luxury begins. All Sandals Royal Suites are all luxury, and Barbados is an epic Jet-Setter Destination . 

Sandals Royal Barbados has recorded a number of Sandals firsts. It is the first resort to have a rooftop pool and bar, as well as the first to have a 4-lane bowling alley. The first gourmet doughnut shop in the Sandals chain is found here, and the Chi Asian and American Tavern are both new restaurant concepts that started here. 

Sandals Royal Barbados offers signature accommodations, such as Millionaire Suites, Swim-Up Suites, and Skypool Suites. The Luxury Included® experience here is rounded out with Butler Elite service and world-class international cuisine at 9 restaurants. 

Pros and Cons of Sandals Royal Barbados

The expansive beach property and secluded suites make Sandals Royal Barbados a great resort. No matter what room type or category you choose, you will definitely enjoy your stay here. The resort is spacious and relatively new, so rooms and amenities are all in good condition.

You will love the total of 18 dining options between the two resorts. Because yes, you get to stay at 1 and play at 2 when you book Sandals Royal Barbados. Everything Sandals Barbados has to offer is literally a few steps away. Sharing the same common property is Sandal Barbados, providing you with a top-notch all-inclusive trip. 

Sandals Royal Barbados is all suites, yes that is right, all accommodations here are suites, so you will feel like royalty, no pun intended.

Each suite comes complete with a fully stocked mini-bar that is restocked daily. There are many private spots, and there is always a spot at a bar or a pool. The beach is never crowded, even though both resorts merge. You will be able to comfortably walk the beach without feeling like you are on top of other guests. On the Sandals Barbados side there are many daybeds and cabanas that are first come first serve. However, on the Sandals Royal Barbados side, you will have to pay for a Cabana if you would like to enjoy some privacy on the beach. 

You will love the rooftop pool and bar, as it overlooks the main pool below and the ocean. From here, you will enjoy stunning views of the beach area, and it is a great spot to have a drink and watch the sunset. The large infinity pool is another favorite area that looks out to sea. It can get busy here, but there are always chairs available throughout the day. From here, you’re just a little walk away from Sandals Barbados main pool, where you will be able to find chairs as well. 

The other pool is towards the back of the property and offers a quieter vibe away from the vibrant music of the main area. Here you can lounge and enjoy drinks from the bar as you relax away from the excitement of the resort’s hub. 

What To Do at Sandals Royal Barbados

Restaurants at sandals royal barbados.

• Butch’s Steak and Seafood

Here you will find steak and seafood for dinner. The restaurant is open from 6pm to 10pm. Reservations are required, and the dress code is “resort evening.” It’s the most popular restaurant on the resort, so you want to get your reservations in as soon as possible. 

You can expect an upscale experience from this premium steakhouse. You will find your usual steakhouse fare, such as Surf & Turf, Lamb Chops, Prime Rib etc. Being in the Caribbean, the seafood selection is fresh and nothing but the finest. You can look forward to scallops, monkfish, snapper, tuna and lobster when in season. 

• Chi Asian Fusion 

Here you will find Southeast Asian cuisines like Bao Buns and Kung Pao Chicken. This restaurant is open for dinner from 6pm to 10pm, and reservations are required. The dress code is resort casual, so the atmosphere is comfortable.  

• American Tavern 

At this restaurant, you will find American comfort food. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and its buffet breakfast is a popular choice by guests. You won’t need to make reservations, and the dress code is resort casual. Breakfast is served between the hours of 7:30am and 10:30am. Lunch is served between 12:30pm and 2:30pm, and dinner is served between the hours of 6pm and 10pm. 

• La Parisienne French Cuisine

This french restaurant is a rooftop restaurant with amazing views of the ocean. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Breakfast is ala carte, with classic breakfast options such as eggs benedict, french toast etc. Breakfast is served between 8am and 10:30 am.

Reservations are required, and the dress code is resort evening. You can find impressive menu items, such as French Onion Soupe, Escargots and Nicoise salad and much more. Dinner is served from 6pm to 10pm. 

• Neptune’s Mediterranean Seafood

Just a couple steps from your beach chair, you will find this restaurant. Makes sure to put on a shirt, but aside from that, the dress code is resort casual, so you can go in your regular clothes. Here you will find fresh seafood with a lunch menu that features grilled fish sandwiches, or you can ask for the fish of the day. For dinner, you can choose from Lam Souvlaki, Grilled swordfish steak, Greek Ceviche and Moroccan Wahoo to name a few. 

No reservations are necessary at Neptune’s Mediterranean Seafood restaurant. Lunch is served from 11am to 3pm, and dinner is served 6pm – 10pm. 

• The Jerk Shack 

The jerk shack is the best place to grab some jerk chicken. Head here first to get a cure for your jet lag. You will find other menu options, including spicy and flavorful Caribbean dishes. Enjoy fish in foil, jerk pork and sausage, roasted sweet potatoes, hard dough bread and festivals and more. They will serve the jerk sauce on the side, and there is also hellfire sauce if you want to spice it up even more. 

The Jerk shack is open from 11 am to 4pm 

• Sweet N’ Salty’s

This is one of the newer restaurants at Sandals Royal Barbados. Here you will enjoy gourmet donuts and coffee in resort casual attire. Donuts are made daily here, and there are classic combinations you may not find elsewhere. When you are getting a doughnut, be sure to get a cup of coffee too. As a matter of fact, check out one of the specialties that includes alcohol. 

Grab a sweet treat and a cup of coffee from 7am to 10pm, no reservations required. 

• Green House 

This is another new restaurant that serves breakfast daily. The dress code is resort casual, and reservations are necessary since the breakfast style is farm to table. The restaurant is open from 8am to 11am. 

• Heart & SOL

This is the perfect stop for a healthy breakfast or lunch. They have an array of smoothies and sandwiches. It is open for breakfast between 7am and 11 am, serving breakfast type items, and then until 5pm with a slightly different menu.  

Pools at Sandals Royal Barbados

Sandals Royal Barbados is home to three main pools plus a whirlpool. The pools are open 24 hours, just be sure to note if you see a maintenance sign out before going in. The pools are: 

• South Seas Pool – This is close to the lobby and is quite a large pool that tends to be very peaceful. 
• Infinity Pool – This pool is next to the beach, providing you with beautiful views of the ocean. 
• The Rooftop Pool – You find this pool on the sky rooftop bar. It is a glass infinity pool and it tends to be empty, so if you go there, you will have the pool and the bar to yourself. The views from this pool are just to die for. 

Bars at Sandals Royal Barbados

Sandals Royal Barbados features six bars that serve premium alcohol from brands from Appleton, Jack Daniels, Bombay Sapphire, Grey Goose and Appleton Rum to name a few. 

• Lovers Lane Craft Beer Bar – this is open from 11am to 1pm and serves a number of imported beer, as well as micro brewery beers from Barbados. You will find 19 beers in total, making it a great spot for beer lovers. 
• The Sky Rooftop Bar – this is open from 10am to midnight. 
• The Seaside ar – this is open from 10am to 10pm. 
• The South Seas Swim Up Bar is open from 10am to 6pm. 
• The Oasis Bar is open from 10am to 10pm. 
• Neptune’s Bar is open from 6pm to 2am. 

Activities at Sandals Barbados and Royal Barbados

Like other Sandals Resorts , Sandals Royal Barbados offers unlimited activities. Included with your booking is watersports and diving, to name a few. There are always a lot of activities to do when you are booked at Sandals Royal Barbados. 

• Enjoy watersports such as kayaking, paddle boarding, boogie boarding, canoeing, snorkeling or enjoy a ride on a glass bottom boat. 
• Enjoy land sports such as cricket, beach volleyball, bocce ball, table tennis and yoga. 
• Try out the Bowling Alley, which has four lanes. 
• Enjoy live entertainment at chocolate buffets, beach parties or the piano bar, depending on the activities that are scheduled for the week of your stay. 
• If staying fit is your favorite way to pass the time, enjoy their fully equipped fitness center

At an additional charge, you can indulge in spa treatments and massages at the Red Lane Spa. Alternatively, you can check with the Island Routes desk in the lobby. Their excursions take you off the resort for the day. We recommend taking at least one off resort excursion while staying at Sandals Royal Barbados. 

Best Activity Options at Sandals Royal Barbados

• A Catamaran Cruise

You will get some of the best views of the Barbadian Coastline from your Catamaran. Your cruise includes complimentary Procecco and an open bar. There is also a gourmet three course lunch and stop where you can get off the Catamaran to snorkel and swim for a little bit. 

• Caves and Critters 

For this excursion, you will explore Harison’s Cave safely in a motorized tram. You will see beautiful stalagmite and stalactite. The tram also transports you through a wildlife reserve where you can enjoy local flora and fauna. 

• The Ultimate Snorkel Tour 

This tour takes you to sea and also takes you through the city. Snorkeling takes place at Carlisle Bay, where you will see marine life plus three shipwrecks. After snorkeling, enjoy some refreshing drinks before heading to Broad Street for duty-free shopping. 

Is Sandals Royal Barbados a private beach?

Yes, Sandals Royal Barbados sits on Maxwell beach. The portion the hotel sits on is private and only accessible to guests. 

How far is Sandals Royal Barbados from the airport?

Sandals Royal Barbados is approximately 20 minutes drive from the Grantley Adams International Airport. 

What’s the difference between Barbados and Royal Barbados?

Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados are two different Sandals Resorts that share common grounds. Sandals Royal Barbados is the newer of the two, and so has more modern furnishings in the room. Their Butler category rooms also allow for Rolls Royce transfers to and from the airport. 

Are there two Sandals in Barbados?

Yes, there are two Sandals Resorts in Barbados, they are the Sandals Barbados Resort and the Sandals Royal Barbados Resort. 

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Looking for a super chic and modern vacation experience- look no further- Sandals Royal Barbados is one of Sandals’ newest resorts, packed full of luxurious amenities. This resort boasts a rooftop bar and pool, and an amazingly fun bowling alley. The rooms have beachfront views or are tucked away near the gorgeous crystal lagoon river pool with beautiful garden views and swim up suites. You’ll be sure to relax with the 15,000 square foot luxurious spa offering a large variety of services. After your spa treatment, you can head to one of the fine dining restaurants or grab a drink at the piano bar. Are you ready to spoil yourself? Let one of our award winning travel specialists help make your dream vacation a reality!

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Pack Trip Essentials and Valuable Items in Your Carry-on

Pack any valuable items such as prescription medication, jewelry, phone charger, electronics with you in your carry on. In the rare case your bag doesn’t make it with you, you may want to pack a swimsuit and other necessities you would need to hold you over for a bit, in your carry on as well. There is also a gift shop on each resort where you can purchase items you may need (Most airlines will reimburse you for these items with delayed luggage, so keep the receipts.)

Don’t Forget Your Beach Bag, Sunscreen, and Bug Spray

You don’t want to forget your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, and a beach bag! We've often forgotten Advil and tums too. Don't worry, there's a gift shop with all these items if you do forget our run out! If the mosquitos love you, you may want to pack bug spray too and even a little benadryl itch relief stick.

Gentlemen’s Dress Code

There is a dress code for the gents at a few of the restaurants. Make sure to pack nicer pants (Khakis, linen pants, etc) Also a collared shirt (polo or button up) and some nicer shoes or dressier sandals.

Make Dinner Reservations Early On in Trip

A few of the restaurants at the resort require dinner reservations. Be sure to make dinner plans ahead of time to ensure it fits into your schedule. You cannot make dinner reservations until you are on the resort. You can simply call from your room to make reservations, stop at the culinary desk, or make them with club Sandals or your butler if you have a club or butler level room category.

The food portions are a bit smaller on resort, so, don’t be shy to order more! You may want to try more than just one appetizer and maybe even more than one entree. If there is steak and shrimp on the menu, order both and have yourself surf and turf! If you are intrigued and just want to try something because you never have before, by all means, do so. You are encouraged to dine around at Sandals/Beaches Resorts! Head to one restaurant for appetizers, and then head another restaurant for your main entree! There is no limit, and the food is AMAZING!

The only persons allowed to take a tip on the resort are the Butlers and spa personnel, but it's not mandatory. The island routes tour guides and shuttle drivers also accept tips. All spa services carry a 12.5 % service charge even on promotional spa services this can be charged to the room. The other 2 persons who can accept a tip, would be the gentlemen who carry your bags to the shuttle at the airport and your shuttle drivers as they are not Sandals employees but contracted by Sandals/Beaches. So you may want to have some smaller bills handy- they accept U.S. currency. Otherwise, there is a strict no tipping policy allowed on resort. No need to bring your wallet with anywhere on the property!

Sandals/Beaches Will Ask For a Credit Card to Have On File

When you check in online, you are required to input a credit card to keep file for such things as gift shop purchases, spa services, photoshop purchases, etc. If you do not want a credit card on file for incidentals, do not do the online check in ahead of time.

Download the Sandals/Beaches App

We highly recommend downloading the Sandals/Beaches app well before you arrive. The app has all the dinner menus, entertainment schedules, spa services and much more helpful information on it. You are also able to book tours, spa services and much more from the app.

Make a Tentative Plan

Make a tentative plan early on in the trip. Check out the island routes desk (if you haven’t already planned tours ahead of time) to see which tours are available and when. Check out the menus at the various restaurants to see which restaurants are a must while you are there as well. Some restaurants are closed 1 day of the week as well. Go to the water sports desk and schedule your snorkeling trips, scuba diving and other things you may want to do right away as well.

Utilize GINA Platform

Utilize Sandals/Beaches new virtual assistant: G uest IN formation and A ssistance, GINA. It's a communication platform via WhatsApp, allowing you to easily reach the resort team for support and quick responses throughout the day for anything you may need or to compliment an amazing staff member. Connect with GINA from within the Sandals/Beaches app .

Wifi/Texting/Calling:

All Sandals and Beaches resorts have FREE Wifi. To avoid international data charges, keep your phone on Airplane mode the entire time you are on your trip. This only allows data to stream through via wifi. You won’t be able to make or take calls, avoiding high charges. There are various apps that you can download so you can make calls and text via wifi as well! You may also set up international coverage on your phone with your carrier prior to leaving.

Take Advantage of the Free Photo Shoot

Sandals and Beaches resorts offer a free photoshoot with their professionally trained photographers. You will see a SnapShots office near the front desk; head in there or call from your room to set up a photoshoot time. Take advantage of this! The photographers are amazing, and you just pay for what you like!

Be Patient Because They Are Going To Be on ‘Island Time’, Not American Time

Grab a drink and unwind, you're on island time now! Oh and ask for the name brand liquor you like or else you will get rail. Top shelf liquor is included, so feel free to ask for the good stuff when ordering drinks!

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*You are required to have a valid passport for the duration of the trip*

Airport Code: BGI - Bridgetown/Grantley Adams International Airport

You will fly into  BGI - Bridgetown/Grantley Adams International Airport . Shuttle transfers to resort are included: Climb aboard your shuttle and enjoy your included roundtrip airport transfer to Sandals Royal Barbados. If you'd like private transfers at an additional cost, contact your agent. There is a fast track service through customs in Barbados; click here for more info .

Royal Barbados is such a beautiful resort! We LOVE so many things about this resort! First and foremost, the food is so yummy! Be sure to grab donuts at Sweet n' Salty's, and dine around :) The sky bar and rooftop areas are fantastic! Eat breakfast at La Parissienne. You must also challenge your partner to a game of bowling.  You can also utilize all the neighboring facilities at Sandals Barbados- it's like one large resort. The piano bar is fun at Sandals Barbados too :)

TOUR RECOMMENDATIONS:

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-Catamaran and Snorkeling Cruise at Carlisle Bay

-Sunset Catamaran and Snorkeling Cruise at Carlisle Bay

-4x4 Best of Barbados Jeep Experience

-Shipwreck Snorkel & Turtle Swim

-Harrisons Cave & Mount Gay Rum Experience

THEME NIGHTS & WEEKLY EVENTS

Monday – Caribbean Carnival Beach Party

Tuesday – Reggae Fest Night

Wednesday – Festival of the Arts

Thursday –Chocolate Gala

Friday – Island Night

Saturday – Caribbean Night

Sunday – Barbados Day

Tipping : Sandals has a “No Tipping” policy for all Team Members except Butlers, Spa Therapists & Private Airport Transfer Drivers.

Private Airport Transfer : Transportation is included to and from the resort on a shuttle bus. If you wish for a private transfer, these are available for purchase. Contact your wedding vibe agent to arrange this. 

Private Candlelight Dinner : Enjoy a romantic evening with a Private Candlelight Dinner for two under the stars. Your agent can assist with booking this for you. Or you can book here: https://www.sandals.com/extras/

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Sandals Royal Barbados

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Maxwell beach, oistins, christ church barbados | room + fullboard + 2 dives from $341++/ppn.

Sandals Royal Barbados Quick Pitch 

Sandals Royal Barbados is an exquisite all-suite, all-inclusive resort located in the heart of the Caribbean. Known for its sophisticated elegance and exceptional amenities, the resort offers a luxurious escape for discerning travelers. 

Guests staying at the Sandals Royal Barbados can also enjoy a mega-vacation with access to the nearby Sandals Barbados. Experience every restaurant and amenity both resorts have to offer—including Sandals' first rooftop pool, a charming 4-lane bowling alley, a craft beer bar, fine dining at a total of 21 specialty restaurants, and much more. 

Quick Information 

• No of Rooms:  618
• Dive Center: Off-site
• Amenities: Multiple pools, specialty restaurants, bars, fitness center, tennis court and more!
• WiFi: Yes, free
• Nearest International Airport: Barbados Airport (BJI) 

Accommodations - Resort Facilities - Package & Rates

Dive Information - Dive Center Facilities

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How to Get There

Traveling to Sandals Royal Barbados is seamless and stress-free as round-trip transfers from Barbados Airport (BJI) to the resort are included with your stay. Upon arrival at the airport, guests are greeted by friendly Sandals representatives who assist with luggage and guide them to comfortable, air-conditioned shuttles. 

Dive Overview

Diving in Barbados offers an extraordinary underwater adventure for enthusiasts of all skill levels. The island is surrounded by vibrant coral reefs, teeming with diverse marine life, including tropical fish, sea turtles, and rays. Dive sites such as the Stavronikita shipwreck and Carlisle Bay Marine Park provide spectacular views of sunken treasures and colorful coral formations. With warm, clear waters and excellent visibility year-round, Barbados is a premier diving destination in the Caribbean, promising unforgettable experiences for both novice and experienced divers.

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Accommodations

Types of rooms, amenities and photos, sandals royal barbados accommodation overview.

At Sandals Royal Barbados, guests are treated to a luxurious array of accommodations tailored to meet the highest standards of comfort and sophistication. From spacious suites to lavish villas, each lodging option exudes elegance and charm, offering guests a haven of relaxation and indulgence. 

One-Bedroom Suite

The One-Bedroom Suites at Sandals Royal Barbados offer an unparalleled blend of luxury, comfort, and personalized service. Featuring spacious living areas, lavish bathrooms, and private balconies or patios with soaking tubs, these suites provide the perfect retreat for couples seeking romance and relaxation. Guests can indulge in the opulent amenities, including king-size beds, fully-stocked bars, smart TVs, and personal butler service, ensuring every need is met with utmost attention to detail. 

Skypool Suites

The Skypool Suites redefine luxury with their exclusive amenities and breathtaking oceanfront views. Located on the upper floors of the Stargazer building, these suites feature private cantilevered Skypools with infinity edges, allowing guests to float above the horizon while enjoying unparalleled tranquility. Each suite boasts elegant furnishings, including king-size beds, spacious living areas, and fully-stocked wet bars with premium spirits. Guests can unwind in the lavish bathrooms, complete with freestanding bathtubs, separate showers, and white quartz vanities with backlit mirrors. 

Private Pool Suite

The Private Pool Suites epitomize luxury and exclusivity, offering guests an unparalleled retreat in a stunning Caribbean setting. These opulent suites, located on the ground floor of the Stargazer building, feature private plunge pools where couples can unwind and soak up the sun in complete privacy while enjoying breathtaking beachfront views. Inside, guests will discover spacious living areas adorned with stylish furnishings, including king-size beds, indoor dining tables, and fully-stocked wet bars with premium liquors. 

Crystal Lagoon Suites

The Crystal Lagoon Suites offer a luxurious and serene escape in the heart of the Caribbean. Set along the ground floor of the Stingray building, these suites provide direct access to the shimmering Crystal Lagoon pool, inviting guests to unwind amidst tropical surroundings. Inside, guests will find elegantly appointed living spaces featuring king-size beds, comfortable seating areas, and fully-stocked bars with premium liquors. 

Swim-up Suites

The Swim-up Suites redefine luxury with their unique blend of sophistication and tropical indulgence. Situated along the ground level of the Wahoo and Sand Dollar buildings, these suites offer direct access to the Crystal Lagoon river pool, allowing guests to swim right up to their private patios, complete with Tranquility Soaking Tubs for two and privacy curtains. 

Millionaire Suites

The Millionaire Suites epitomize luxury and refinement, offering guests an exclusive retreat in a breathtaking Caribbean setting. These exceptional suites, located on the ground level of the Stingray building, boast expansive patios with private Tranquility Soaking Tubs for two, creating a secluded oasis for relaxation. 

Rondoval Villa

The Rondoval Villas offer an unparalleled blend of luxury, privacy, and Caribbean charm, providing guests with an exclusive retreat amidst tropical splendor. These unique villas feature soaring 20-foot conical ceilings and custom mahogany king-size beds, creating a romantic and intimate atmosphere. The highlight of each villa is the lavish private pool sanctuary, offering direct access from the bedroom for ultimate convenience and seclusion.

Villa Suite

The Villa Suites offer a luxurious and expansive retreat in a stunning Caribbean setting, providing guests with the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and personalized service. Each Villa Suite features spacious living areas, including separate bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas, providing ample space for relaxation and entertainment.

Penthouse Suite

The Penthouse Suites offer an exquisite and elevated experience, combining luxury, sophistication, and breathtaking views of the Caribbean. Situated on the upper floors of the Wahoo and Sand Dollar buildings, these suites provide guests with an exclusive retreat in a prime location. Each Penthouse Suite features spacious living areas adorned with elegant furnishings, including plush seating areas, indoor dining spaces, and fully-stocked bars with premium liquors.

Walkout Suite

The Walkout Suites offer a seamless blend of luxury and convenience, providing guests with direct access to the resort's pristine grounds and amenities. Located on the ground floor of select buildings, these suites feature private patios where guests can step out and enjoy the lush tropical surroundings or take a leisurely stroll to the pool or beach.

Resort Facilities

Sandals Royal Barbados Features

• 11 pools and 6 whirlpools
• 21 specialty restuarants
• 14 bars, including rooftop and swim-up bar
• Fitness center
• Tennis courts
• PADI dive center and equipment

SANDALS ROYAL BARBADOS Activities

• Bowling at Lovers Lanes
• Beach volleyball
• Land activities: Lawn chess, croquet, pool table, cards, golf, bocce ball, and horseshoes
• Glass-bottom boats
• Windsurfing
• Paddle boarding
• Scuba diving
• Day and night entertainment and live shows

SANDALS ROYAL BARBADOS Food & Drinks

At Sandals Royal Barbados, dining is an exquisite culinary journey with a fusion of global flavors and innovative concepts. With 10 world-class restaurants, guests indulge in Sandals' firsts, including a rooftop restaurant and bar, and unique concepts like American Tavern offering traditional American cuisine and Chi Asian Fusion blending the cuisines of China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. From the elegant ambiance of La Parisienne serving French cuisine to the laid-back vibe of The Jerk Shack offering Caribbean delights, each dining venue offers a unique experience. With premium liquors, exclusive wines, and the finest Jamaica Blue Mountain Blend coffee, guests enjoy unlimited indulgence in food and drinks.

Guests can also make use of the additional 11 restaurants found at the nearby Sandal Barbados.

• Butch's Steak & Seafood - Steakhouse
• Chi Asian Fusion - Pan-Asian
• American Tavern - American
• La Parisienne - French
• Neptune's - Mediterranean
• The Jerk Shack - Caribbean
• Sweet n' Salty's Gourmet Donuts & Coffee - Gourmet Donuts & Coffee
• Heart & Sol - Juice Bar & Deli
• Greenhouse - Farm-to-Table
• Lovers Lanes - Snacks & Beer Bar

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Package & Rates

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All rates are in USD and are per person per night.

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• Unlimited dining at a total of 21 specialty restaurants
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and anytime snacks
• Unlimited premium liquors
• Stocked bar in every room
• Unlimited Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks® Wines
• Enjoy all amenities adjacent Sandals Barbados
• PADI-Certified SCUBA diving and equipment
• Snorkeling and equipment
• Hobie Cats, paddleboards, kayaks
• Tennis and land sports
• All tips, taxes and gratuities
• Roundtrip airport transfers
• Wifi in room and all common areas
• Vip Rolls-Royce transfers for select suites
• Escorted fast-track immigration for select suites

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Dive Information

Dive overview .

Diving in Barbados is an immersive journey into a world of vibrant marine ecosystems and captivating underwater landscapes. Surrounding the island are extensive coral reefs, showcasing a kaleidoscope of colors and teeming with life. From intricate coral formations to bustling fish communities, divers are treated to an array of marine wonders, making each dive a unique and exhilarating experience. Barbados' reefs provide sanctuary to an abundance of marine species, including tropical fish, rays, and turtles, creating a rich tapestry of biodiversity waiting to be explored.

One of the highlights of diving in Barbados is the opportunity to explore its fascinating shipwrecks, which offer a glimpse into the island's maritime heritage. These wrecks, ranging from ancient wooden vessels to modern freighters, are now home to a diverse array of marine life, transforming into artificial reefs over time. Diving among the wrecks provides an intriguing blend of history and adventure, as divers navigate through the remnants of sunken ships, encountering schools of fish, octopuses, and other marine inhabitants along the way.

Barbados' warm waters, favorable diving conditions, and abundance of dive sites cater to divers of all levels, from beginners to experienced enthusiasts. With its clear visibility and year-round diving opportunities, Barbados offers an unforgettable underwater experience for anyone eager to explore its aquatic wonders. 

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SANDALS Royal Barbados DIVE CENTER OVERVIEW

At the Sandals Resorts, guests can experience the Caribbean's most comprehensive scuba program, whether they're seasoned enthusiasts or new to diving. Each resort boasts a top-rated scuba diving operation, featuring a custom fleet of Newton Dive Boats, a PADI® certified staff, and top-brand dive equipment. Sandals is renowned for its commitment to quality and safety, having facilitated over 100,000 PADI® certifications across its all-inclusive dive resorts in Jamaica, Antigua, Saint Lucia, The Bahamas, Grenada, and Barbados.

Ranked among the top 5 operations in the Western Hemisphere by PADI®, Sandals offers daily scuba diving included for certified divers. Guided dives explore depths ranging from 20 to 100 feet, with opportunities for single or double tank dives. The resort's Newton® dive boats are specifically customized to enhance the diving experience, while all equipment, from tanks to masks, is of the highest quality.   

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• Electricity: 220V
• Time zone: UTC-4
• Languages: English
• Accept Credit Cards?: Yes 

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Sandals Barbados Excursions

Although every Sandals all-inclusive resort has tons of complimentary activities onsite, you’ll probably also want to explore what the area has to offer. That’s where Sandals excursions come in. They cost extra but are super easy to arrange through the resort.

You can book Sandals excursions online via the Sandals website after you’ve made your reservation, or once you get to the resort. If there’s something you really want to do, we recommend booking it in advance just to be safe.

But what excursions does Sandals offer? They are different at each Sandals resort. In this article we’ll discuss Sandals Barbados excursions, so read on to learn more.

Excursions at Sandals Barbados

Barbados is a lovely, lush Caribbean island. With excellent year-round weather, beautiful beaches , crystal clear water, rich culture and history, delicious cuisine and locally made rum, and friendly hospitality, it’s no wonder that Barbados is a top honeymoon destination .

Set on the southern part of the island, Sandals Barbados is a luxury beachfront adults-only all-inclusive resort that’s the perfect setting for honeymoons or romantic getaways in Barbados.

When you vacation or honeymoon at Sandals Barbados, you actually get two resorts in one. It’s right next door to Sandals Royal Barbados , and you’ll have access to all the facilities and amenities there as well. With this combo, we think this is one of Sandal’s best resorts.

Looking for the best things to do near Sandals Barbados? You’ll have a wide variety of excursions to choose from, including unique things to do in Barbados and the best things to do in Barbados for couples. The Sandals Barbados excursions are all managed by Island Routes Barbados, but you book and pay through Sandals.

Sandals Barbados excursions include an historical rum tour, shopping in Bridgetown, golf, hiking, deep sea fishing, cultural tours, sunset cruises, horseback riding on the beach, and more.

We booked a snorkeling excursion that included seeing a sea turtle and 3 shipwrecks that we highly recommend.

Let’s take a look at some of the Sandals Barbados excursions in more detail.

Electric Bike Bajan Sightseeing Experience

You’ll ride electric beach cruiser bikes around beautiful Barbados, stopping to check out local historic and cultural sites such as a 1640s Gothic church, Hackleton’s Cliff, a biodynamic farm, and others.

Barbados Historical Rum Tour

This island is known as the birthplace of rum, and you can learn all about its history on this Sandals Barbados excursion. You’ll visit the 17 th -century St. Nicolas Abbey, ride on a vintage railway, tour the house and distillery, and sample the amazing rum. Lunch at a local restaurant follows, then a scenic tour along the coast to the famous Mount Gay.

Garrison Historical Sightseeing Tour

Check out the UNESCO World Heritage Site the 18 th -19-th century Garrison, where British troops were stationed, including the Garrison Tunnels, National Armoury Museum, and learn all about British military history in the Caribbean. Then head to the Officer’s Mess for a rum punch.

Barbados Historical Sightseeing and Shopping Experience

This full day Sandals Barbados excursion takes you through the amazing Hunte’s Garden, then to the town of St. Thomas where you can meet local artists and view their work. Last is Holetown, which is a 17 th -century British settlement where you’ll have a delicious lunch and then go shopping.

Harrison’s Cave Tram and Nature Walk Experience

One of the more unique things to do in Barbados is visit this amazing natural site. A drive-in cave, Harrison’s Cave is underground and features stalagmites, stalactities, streams, and waterfalls. Afterward, enjoy the nature trail.

Barbados Swim, Snorkel and Wildlife Experience

Couples who love to snorkel will enjoy this Sandals Barbados excursion. First you’ll visit the Barbados Wildlife Reserve to see local green monkeys, Cherry Tree Hill, Morgan Lewis Windmill, Bathsheba, and the Soup Bowl. Then you’ll take a boat trip to Carlisle Bay and snorkel among shipwrecks and colorful marine life.

Luxury Catamaran, Snorkel and Dining Experience at Carlisle Bay

For a luxury excursion in Barbados, enjoy this catamaran cruise in beautiful turquoise Carlisle Bay where you get to snorkel, see marine life and a shipwreck, relax on deck as you sip tropical cocktails, and enjoy a delicious onboard meal.

Round of Golf

One of the best things to do in Barbados for couples who love to golf, this excursion takes you to the Barbados Golf Club, a scenic and challenging course. You’ll play a full round of 18 holes, and a golf cart is included. (You can also book multiple days of golf.)

Lover’s Rock Sunset Catamaran Cruise

One of the most popular Sandals Barbados excursions is this cruise along the island’s coast. You’ll also get to snorkel and swim, see a shipwreck and sea turtles, and enjoy dinner before you watch the sun set over the Caribbean.

You can also go on excursions in Barbados with local guide companies or through online vendors like Get Your Guide and Viator.

In between excursions, you’ll have lots of onsite Sandals Barbados activities to choose from. These include complimentary watersports like scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boards, Hobie Cat sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, and glass bottom boat rides plus complimentary land activities like beach volleyball, cricket, bocce ball, table tennis, pool, and board games. You can also visit Sandals Royal Barbados and go bowling at the 4-lane bowling alley.

Work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center and take exercise classes, or indulge at the spa (for an extra fee). And of course, you can lounge on the beautiful beach, relax by any of the pools, soak in a whirlpool, or enjoy tropical cocktails at a bar.

There’s also daily and nightly entertainment including live bands, a piano bar, chocolate buffet nights, Carnivale beach parties, white parties, talent nights, live shows, Barbados Day and street jamboree, and the manager’s cocktail party.

Now that you’ve read all about Sandals Barbados excursions, what do you think? Are you ready to book your trip? Let us know in the comments! And if this doesn’t sound like the perfect Sandals resort for you, we have full reviews of every Sandals resort as well as articles like the best Sandals for honeymoons , best Sandals for snorkeling , best Sandals for golfing , and an overview of all the Sandals resorts.

He is an expert travel advisor and enthusiast. He has traveled extensively in the USA, Central America, South America, and Europe. He has visited every Sandals Resort and is one of a select few Diamond Elite members of the Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club. Dan graduated from Johnson & Wales University with an associate degree in Culinary Arts. Later he graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a focus on people and culture.

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Cultured vacations, daniels 5 year anniversary celebration, dec 13, 2023 to dec 18, 2023, sandals royal barbados, daniels 5 year anniversary celebration in barbados, sandals royal barbados, december 13 - 18,  2023, the host property for this special occasion….

Experience the royal treatment at Sandals Royal Barbados.  This resort is located in the spirited St. Lawrence Gap area of Barbados.  Exciting nightlife is just minutes away in the St. Lawrence Gap.

This property boasts the following:

• 2 pools (one is rooftop!)  and 2 whirlpools
• Unlimited fine dining at 6 restaurants, unlimited room service, and unlimited premium spirits
• 5 full-service bars including Sandals first craft beer bar
• Entertainment, land and non-motorized waters sports included!

VACATION PACKAGES HAVE THE FOLLOWING INCLUSIONS:

• Roundtrip shared transfers from Barbados Airport (BGI) airport to hotel
• Note only King beds are available at the resort
• Catamaran boat cruise
• Travel insurance, which allows you to cancel your trip for any reason and receive 50% reimbursement (less the cost of insurance) via TravelGuard insurance company; 100% reimbursement for a covered reason.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

• Roundtrip flights from US to Barbados (BGI airport)
• Tips/gratuities for housekeeping and waitstaff
• Transportation outside of what is listed above
• Additional excursions or spa services and associated tips

TRIP INSURANCE

Trip insurance for this package is included to protect your vacation investment. If you need to cancel for a covered reason (i.e. illness and doctor deems you unable to travel, death, weather in destination prevents travel) then you will receive a refund less the cost of insurance and $149/person cancellation fee from the insurance company.  If you need to cancel your trip for an uncovered reason then you will receive up to a 50% refund less the cost of insurance and $149/person fee to initiate cancellation.

Please note — if in a double occupancy room and your roommate cancels, you are responsible for the going single occupancy rate.  Trip insurance will also help to refund some of the additional cost that may be incurred from the change in room rates.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

You will need to have a passport to travel to Barbados, and it must be valid for six months after you return from the trip.  If your passport is due to expire before June 18, 2023, you will need to renew it before traveling. Failure to do so may prevent you from traveling or entering back into the States — neither is a good look!

LET’S TALK RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS

Making reservations for this package signifies your acceptance of our Terms and Conditions.

• Deposit: $400 per person due by 7/8/2022
• Payment 2: $400 per person by 10/8/2022
• Payment 3: $400 per person by 1/8/2023
• Payment 4: $400 per person by 4/8/2023
• Payment 5: $400 per person by 7/8/2023
• Balance due by 11/8/2023

Available Packages

South seas crystal lagoon club level barbados suite w/balcony tranquility soaking tub: double occupancy unavailable as of july 1, 2023, $2,650.00 deposit: $400.00 per person.

Select this option if you WILL HAVE A ROOMMATE.  HOWEVER PUTTING ONE OF THESE PACKAGES IN YOUR CART PAYS FOR ONE PERSON ONLY.  IF YOU ARE PAYING FOR 2 PEOPLE - CHANGE YOUR QUANTITY TO 2.

Package includes:

• 5 nights at Sandals Royal Barbados in the South Seas Crystal Lagoon Club Level Barbados Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub
• Roundtrip transportation from the airport to the resort
• Catamaran experience (shared – not private), to include transportation plus food and drink*
• Travel insurance (allowing you to cancel for any reason and receive up to 50% reimbursement, less the cost of the insurance)

South Seas Crystal Lagoon Club Level Barbados Suite w/Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub: SINGLE OCCUPANCY Unavailable as of July 1, 2023

$4,990.00 deposit: $400.00 per person.

Select this option if you will be in the room by yourself.

South Seas Swim-Up Club Level Ultra Suite with Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub: DOUBLE OCCUPANCY Unavailable as of July 1, 2023

$3,016.00 deposit: $400.00 per person.

• 5 nights at Sandals Royal Barbados in the South Seas Swim-Up Club Level Ultra Suite with Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

South Seas Swim-Up Club Level Ultra Suite with Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub: SINGLE OCCUPANCY Unavailable as of July 1, 2023

$5,720.00 deposit: $400.00 per person.

Select this option if you be in a room by yourself.

Royal Seaside Lagoon Penthouse One Bedroom Oceanview Butler Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub: DOUBLE OCCUPANCY Unavailable as of July 1, 2023

$3,725.00 deposit: $400.00 per person.

Sandals Wedding Packages – Everything You Need To Know

Clear azure waves lapping the sandy shores, golden sunsets filling the clear skies with fiery hues, and luxurious accommodations with stunning tropical landscape views. These are what Sandals resorts are famous for. No wonder so many couples choose one of the Sandals wedding packages. These pre-planned packages offer peace of mind from reading the vows to enjoying your honeymoon, as they handle it all.

Sandals’ all-inclusive packages have been awarded multiple times . So much so, that when it comes to a luxury beach destination wedding , Sandals is almost always the first name that pops into mind.

Romance can happen anywhere. But Sandals makes it easier.

Why Get a Sandals Wedding Package

Sandals offers customizable wedding packages. Since each love story is unique, it makes sense to have a wedding that’s distinct from all the others. And that’s possible through its customizable packages.

Every bride wants to have at least some personal touches at her wedding. Sandals understands that and provides it through a customizable experience. With every package, there are several extras that you can use to make the day even more special.

If you have a wedding plan in your mind, you can discuss it with the team and they’ll bring it to life. Sandals packages are all-inclusive and yet their personalized too.

Which Venues are Included in Sandals Wedding Packages

While you can always have a beach wedding, Sandals offers much more than that. Whether you want to say your “I dos” on one of the white sandy beaches, or at a special location inside the resort, there are always several options available.

These are some of the most beautiful venues available with Sandals wedding packages:

Over-the-Water Wedding Chapel

This unique location offers 360 o views of the surreal blue water and a glass floor aisle so it feels like you’re walking on clouds. Available at:

• Sandals Grande St. Lucian
• Sandals South Coast

Sandals Ochi

Sandals montego bay, over-the-water gazebo.

This gazebo sits atop the water, providing strikingly beautiful views as you read your vows. Available at:

Sandals Royal Bahamian

• Sandals Royal Caribbean

Garden Gazebo

If you want a lush green jungle look for your wedding, a garden gazebo provides the perfect venue. Stand near seasonal blooms and enjoy the fragrance while you wed your soulmate. Available at:

• Most Sandals resorts

Intimate Chapel

This is a secluded chapel boasting a picturesque pathway with greenery and bubbling fountain pools. Inside, the chapel has attractive traditional wooden interiors. Available at:

Sky Terrace

Enjoy panoramic views of the ocean as you get married next to a rooftop pool overlooking the Caribbean. The Sky Terrace is unique and allows you to experience the height of romance while reading your vows. Available at:

• Sandals Royal Barbados

Cost of Sandals Wedding Packages

How much does a Sandals wedding package cost? The incredible thing is, a Sandals wedding can be absolutely free! All you have to do is stay at the resort for a minimum of three days and they’ll waive the wedding costs.

Your free wedding will include a personal wedding planning team, complimentary wedding photography, bouquet and boutonniere, a wedding cake, a cocktail reception including hors d’oeuvres and sparkling wine, and more.

Apart from that, the staff will get the marriage documents ready before you arrive. And, you’ll get a customizable wedding website.

If you stay for seven days or more, premium perks are free. If you book five or more rooms, there are bells and whistles that come with that too.

Seven nights or longer

When you book Sandals wedding packages for six or more nights, you’ll receive premium perks worth up to $1500. This includes the free tropical wedding or $500 decor credit, a $200 photography credit, $500 towards government fees or a room upgrade, $100 towards a candlelit dinner, cabana, snuba, or scuba, and a $200 anniversary or videography credt.

Benefits when booking five or more rooms:

There are multiple benefits that come with booking five or more rooms, which vary depending on the resort. Generally, you can qualify for a complimentary room credit. With 10 or more rooms there are typically even more discounts. The more rooms you book the more the added extras, from a sweetheart table and spiked tea party to a catamaran cruise credit and a wedding lobster dinner. As these options can change frequently and vary by resort, you’ll want to contact the Sandals Wedding Team for the latest details.

What’s Included in Sandals Wedding Packages?

There are different packages offered by Sandals. However, some features are included in all packages. No matter which package you select, you’ll enjoy:

• A personal wedding planner
• Preparation of marriage legal documents
• A beautiful wedding location
• Signature cocktails for the couple
• Pre-recorded music for the wedding ceremony
• 1-hour cocktail reception that includes hors d’oeuvres and premium spirits
• Reception at any location in the resort of your choice, using décor items from Sandals inspiration
• Honeymoon dinner for the couple at a specialty restaurant with premium service
• Honeymoon breakfast in bed
• Turndown service on the first honeymoon night
• White chairs and white cushions for guests
• Complementary 5” X 7” wedding photograph
• Discount at Red Lane Spa for the new couple
• Free Sandals gift registry

And the best part about having your wedding at Sandals is that if you don’t want a package, you can skip it. Want to customize each part of the wedding? You can! There are practically endless options and you are free to implement anything you’d like.

What are the locations of Sandals Resorts?

Sandals is located throughout the Caribbean. You’ll find Sandals Resorts in Curaçao, Jamaica, Antigua, Grenada, Barbados, Saint Lucia, and the Bahamas. There are 18 different resorts to choose from in all.

You’ll find similar amenities at Sandals resorts but there can be differences in the wedding options. For example, menus can differ throughout the properties.

Premium Features for Your Wedding

When you book Sandals for your wedding, you won’t just be getting a great deal but also several premium features. Apart from these, Sandals also offers regular specials and discounts. You can check the latest promotions here.

One amazing feature of Sandals is that you can actually get a preview of your wedding before it happens. Stay at the resort for up to three nights before the wedding and you’ll enjoy discounted rates. This is a perfect opportunity to check out the resort and its amenities, talk to the wedding planning team, taste the cake options, go over the menus, and more.

And if you like what you see and want to book your wedding there, you’ll get a credit of up to $1050 for booking more than five rooms. With the preview feature, you can rest assured you’ll have the very best venue and services for your wedding.

Which Sandals Resort is the Best for a Wedding?

All Sandals resorts offer excellent wedding packages. However, you might like one over some of the others depending on location and other factors.

Sandals Royal Curaçao

If you want to tie the knot on a beautiful and secluded island, try Sandals Royal Curaçao . This resort offers amazing views and you’ll be able to see where desert landscapes merge into the ocean.

It’s a new resort that offers an expansive pool extending into picturesque Spanish Water Bay. It offers seaside bungalows with private pools and island suites with a heart-shaped pool.

If you’re looking for a beachfront swim-up butler suite, try Sandals Montego Bay . It has an over-the-water chapel that’s ideal for religious weddings. This is the original Sandals and the resort that came up with the idea of all-inclusive wedding packages.

This resort is near Sandals Royal Caribbean and you’ll have access to the amenities of that resort as well if you book here. It’s like a Stay at 1, Play at 2 exchange program.

Sandals Grenada

Is your heart set on an island getaway that has a pool hanging from the sky? You might not even realize that’s an option but it’s something you’ll want when you know it exists. Sandals Grenada is this perfect resort – book a Skypool suite and you’ll get a private pool in the sky for unforgettable intimate moments with your partner. You’ll also get access to the famous Pink Gin beach.

Sandals Barbados

If you want to celebrate your wedding in Barbados , you can get two resorts for the price of one. Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados are right next to each other and you can use the amenities at either one. That includes access to the rooftop pool, a romantic bowling alley, a craft beer bar, and so much more.

Sandals Grande Antigua

Looking for a private plunge pool? Sandals Grande Antigua is where you should be. It offers unlimited water sports and hosts the pampering Red Lane Spa. There are swim-up bars that will serve you drinks right in the swimming pool too.

Sandals Regency La Toc

Want to hold your wedding at a large resort? Sandals Regency La Toc at Saint Lucia is spread across 220 acres. It has an on-site golf course, rolling fairways, and lush tropical scenery. Get married here and explore its stunning, private crescent-shaped, half-mile beach.

When your heart is set on a Bahamas wedding, try Sandals Royal Bahamian . It has two sky-sized pools and a lounge area in coconut groves. There are several dining options including two very impressive food trucks. Book one of the Crystal Lagoon swim-up butler suites for the ultimate in luxury.

Want to get married in the Garden of Eden? Experience true romance with a beautiful garden that’s spread over 100 acres with several private escapes. There’s an elite butler village that offers the ultimate in luxury. It includes an 18-hole golf course and comes with two sides of paradise, one trendy and one private.

There are other Sandals resorts as well. Be sure to compare all the features and amenities before choosing one for your wedding.

What Kind of Planning is Offered with Sandals Wedding Packages?

When you tie the knot at Sandals, you’ll get your own dedicated wedding planning team. But what about the other details? How do you reach your resort? What time of year should you book your stay? How many days should you stay? Don’t worry, when you book Sandals, everything is taken care of by the experts.

In fact, there are even certified Sandals travel agents who can plan your entire stay, including all the flight details. A Sandals specialist will help you find the best Sandals resort according to your specific needs and expectations. These friendly pros will also help you book your flights and reserve your accommodations at Sandals.

Here are just some advantages of using a Sandals travel agent :

• The agents work with Sandals and know the resorts inside and out. They’ve personally visited so they can help ensure you book the right one.
• Since they know Sandals properties so well, the agents can also help you make the most of your wedding vacation.
• They will handle all the planning so you don’t have to.
• They have access to special deals to help you save money more on airfare.
• If there’s any bumps in the road, your Sandals expert will be there to help throughout your travels and stay.

The best thing about Sandals experts is that they work with all budget levels. You might be looking for a luxury wedding. Or not. A Sandals travel agent can help you no matter what your budget is.

Entertainment Options at Sandals

When you book any of the multiple Sandals wedding packages, you don’t just get ultimate in luxuries, but entertainment options for you and your guests.

You might dance the night away while the drinks flow freely. There are open bars and extravagant beach parties. But Sandals is much more than that. The resorts host exciting live shows and unique themed events. From intimate game nights and private island parties to string quartets and DJs, there is so much many possibilities for your wedding.

Enjoy talent night, a time when you can take the stage and become the star of the show. From exotic and wild to lively and modern, you’ll be able to enjoy just the right kind of party at your wedding. And it’s not just parties. There are several group activities as well. The options are practically endless with swim-up bars, beach activities, water sports, scuba diving and snorkeling trips, nightly entertainment, and more.

All of these activities are included in the package when you book your wedding at Sandals.

Looking for some local destinations to tie the knot? Check out our guides for Florida destination weddings , Maui weddings , and Virgin Islands weddings .

About The Author

K.C. Dermody

K.C. Dermody is the author of Best Travel Guide for First Time Visitors to Ireland and has had hundreds of travel articles published online and in print, including Yahoo! Travel, Trips To Discover, Hotels.com, Travelocity, and many more. She also creates itineraries for major tour companies focused on Greece, Croatia, Iceland, Ireland, the UK, Canada, and the US.

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