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Everything You Need to Know About Sandals Grande Antigua

Sandals Grande Antigua, and the entire island of Antigua, is known for its white-sand beaches. Located on Dickenson Bay, the most famous beach in Antigua, this resort is a must for anyone who loves the beach.

Sandals Grande Antigua is mentioned in my post: Which Sandals Resort has the best beach?

Is Sandals Grande Antigua the best Sandals Resort?

Sandals Grande Antigua is a resort that stands out for its unparalleled blend of sophistication, natural beauty, and romantic ambiance. 

The resort boasts two distinct villages, Caribbean Beachfront Village and Mediterranean Oceanview Village, each offering unique atmospheres and accommodation styles, from beachfront bungalows to Mediterranean suites.

Sandals Grande Antigua‘s dedication to personalized service, breathtaking views, and serene atmosphere make it an easy choice if you’re looking for the best Sandals Resort.

Accommodations at Sandals Antigua

There are quite a few accommodation options at Sandals Grande Antigua. You can choose from rooms, suites, and villas. To understand the room types, check out Sandals Resort Room Categories – Luxury vs. Club vs. Butler.

For honeymoons or special trips, I recommend Butler-level if it fits within your budget! The Rondoval suites are some of my personal favorites!

Here are all the rooms, suites, and villas at Sandals Antigua.

• Mediterranean One Bedroom Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary
• Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval with Private Pool Sanctuary
• Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval
• Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Butler Suite
• Mediterranean Oceanview Penthouse One Bedroom Butler Suite
• Mediterranean Honeymoon Romeo and Juliet Oceanview Penthouse One Bedroom Butler Suite
• Caribbean Honeymoon Seaside Butler Suite
• Mediterranean Oceanview Grande Luxe Club Level Suite
• Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Grande Luxe Walkout Club Level Room
• Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Grande Luxe Club Level Room
• Mediterranean Honeymoon Oceanview Club Level Suite
• Caribbean Walkout Club Level Veranda Suite
• Mediterranean Walkout Club Level Suite
• Caribbean Club Level Veranda Suite
• Mediterranean Club Level Suite
• Sunset Bluff Luxury Poolside Walkout Club Level Room
• Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Luxury Club Level Room
• Caribbean Honeymoon Grande Luxe Poolside Walkout Room
• Caribbean Honeymoon Premium
• Caribbean Deluxe
• Caribbean Honeymoon Grande Luxe Poolside Room

Butler Service at Sandals

Generally, tipping is not allowed at any of the Sandals Resorts. However, if you book a room or suite with butler service, you can and should tip your Butler!

To learn more, check out Everything You Need to Know About Tipping at Sandals Resorts.

They will make dinner reservations for you. If you want a candlelight dinner, they will make all the arrangements. And if you want to leave the resort for an excursion. Well, they will take care of all the details.

What is Included During Your Stay at Sandals Grande Antigua

You will be hard-pressed to find something not included in your stay at Sandals Antigua. I did write a blog post about what’s not included at the Sandals Resorts. It’s a short one!

Here is a short list of some of what you can expect to be included during your visit.

• Unlimited dining at 11 restaurants
• Unlimited drinks at the restaurants and 7 bars
• Stocked bar in your room or suite
• PADI-certified scuba diving plus equipment
• Snorkeling adventures plus equipment
• Hobie cats, paddleboards, and kayaks
• Access to 6 swimming pools and 6 hot tubs
• State-of-the-art fitness center
• Tennis court access
• Live entertainment during the day and night
• Tips, taxes, and gratuities
• Round-trip airport transfers
• Wi-Fi in your room or suite, plus all the common areas
• Free wedding for guests who stay at least three nights

Dining Options at Sandals Grande Antigua

Here are the restaurants at Sandals Grande Antigua. 

Bayside

Open for every meal, Bayside features Caribbean favorites.

Mario’s

If you love Italian food, you’ll love Mario’s, which features food from the Lombardy region of Italy.

Eleanor’s

More Caribbean flavors are found here, open for breakfast and dinner. 

Barefoot by the Sea

This is the perfect casual restaurant for lunch or dinner. 

The Drunken Duck

The English-inspired pub is always a hit at Sandals Antigua. 

Kimonos

You’ll enjoy dinner and a show at Kimono’s/ 

OK Corral

If you love Tex-Mex, OK Corral is for you. 

Soy Sushi Bar

Soy Sushi Bar is perfect for Asian food, including (of course) lots of sushi. 

Courtyard Bistro

If you just want a burger, hot dog, or sandwich, this is the place to go. 

Bella Napoli Pizzeria

Craving pizza? You’ll find it here.

Cafe de Paris

You’ll always find something you want at Cafe de Paris (pronounced pah-ree), including all the caffeine your heart desires. 

Activities at Sandals Antigua

Between the six swimming pools and all the beach activities, you could spend your entire vacation in the water. I recommend trying out the Hobie cats, going paddleboarding, and even trying windsurfing.

You’ll even find pickleball at all Sandals Resorts as of 2026!

Entertainment is everywhere at Sandals Antigua. You’ll want to stay in the know when it comes to where the live bands are playing. The talent shows, karaoke nights, and Carnival night should be near the top of your list as well.

Everything you need to know about Sandals Grande Antigua 

This is everything you need to know about Sandals Antigua. I hope this helps if you’re trying to decide which Sandals Resort to choose for your honeymoon, destination weddings, or adults-only vacation. 

Sandals Grande Antigua is one of the most unique Sandals Resorts and the only Sandals Resort in Antigua! 

I am a Sandals Certified Travel Agent, and I would love to help you plan your honeymoon, destination wedding, or another special event! Feel free to reach out via my contact form to learn more. Also, I’d be happy to help you choose which type of Sandals room category is best for you. 

You can also go to Sandals and check availability for your preferred dates. 

If you have already booked a Sandals vacation in the last 14 days, I may still be able to help! Inquire ASAP to find out how I can add value to your Sandals vacation, honeymoon, or destination wedding.

Sandals Vacation Ideas

Want even more Sandals vacation or Sandals honeymoon ideas? Check out some of my other blog posts:

• Sandals Resorts in Barbados
• Everything You Need to Know About Sandals Grenada
• LGBT-friendly honeymoon destinations
• Everything You Need to Know About Sandals Dunn’s River
• Sandals Resorts in St. Lucia
• 11 Tips for Planning a Sandals Destination Wedding
• Everything you need to know about Sandals Royal Curacao

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