Sandals Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados are two luxury all inclusive resorts in St Lawrence Gap, Barbados. Although it is two separate resorts guests have access to both and it feels like one large property; the Sandals Barbados side is much quieter while the Sandals Royal Barbados side has a much livelier vibe. While you can definitely relax and find areas to sneak away for quiet, it’s the perfect resort for travelers that like to play games, bowl or try their hand at different types of water sports. Here are my Top 10 Highlights of both Sandals Barbados and Sandal Royal Barbados:
1. It’s fun; have date night every night! - I hate going to an all inclusive and getting all ready just to go to dinner and end up right back in the room because there’s nothing to do after dinner. This was never an issue at Sandals Royal Barbados! They had something for everyone; bowling, foosball, shows, English pub, karaoke and the pools never close at Sandals. So be prepared to stay up late and be entertained!
2. Sandals Royal Barbados has a craft beer bar! My husband was in absolute heaven choosing between the 19 craft beer offerings.
3. Don’t sleep on the rooftop pool, it’s fabulous. We went to the rooftop our last day and it was apparent we should’ve made it more of a priority. I love to people watch and the pool was an amazing place to take in the beautiful beach views, but it also overlooked the main pool and provided some nice entertainment. The French restaurant, La Parisienne, is also here and is a must try!
4. Don’t skip the crepes at Cafe de Paris!
5. Merry Monkey’s late night food menu always hit the spot! I loved the prime rib.
6. The wrap around swim up pool at Sandals Barbados was the perfect spot to go and get in some one on one, private time.
7. A 10 minute walk and you’re at the heart of Barbados’ entertainment district, The Gap, bounding with restaurants, clubs and shops. The party doesn’t heat up until after 10 pm, but when it gets going it’s on! Sandals Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados are only a $5 Uber or 10 minute walk to the district.
8. The complimentary snorkeling trip for Club level guests was perfection! It was well organized, they took us to 2 snorkel spots and it was only a few hours.
9. You must try a coconut mojito! So delish!
10. Friday nights welcomes locals and tourists alike to dance, eat and let loose at Oistin’s Fish Fry. Oistin’s is just a short Uber ride away and it’s so fun to mingle with the locals and eat local dishes!
I loved our stay at Sandals Barbados; it’s one of those resorts that I truly feel fits everyone. It would be a great destination wedding resort as well as honeymoon getaway. Sandals Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados would also be a great option for a group of couples or a girls getaway.
So put this one on your must see list and contact me to help you get it squared away!
Kendell LeBlanc
kendell@vincentvacations.com
