Everything Included at Sandals Resorts (From Someone Who Has Actually Been There)
People ask me all the time: “Is Sandals really all-inclusive?” And my answer is always the same. Yes, and then some!
I’m Andrea Norfolk, president of Shoreline Destinations and a Certified Sandals Gold Advisor. I’ve personally visited 80% of all Sandals Resorts and every single Beaches property. I’ve eaten at the restaurants, sat at the bars, slept in the suites, and had a butler bring me coffee before I even asked. So when I tell you what’s included, it’s coming from someone who has lived it, not just read about it!
Food: Every Restaurant, Every Night, No Limits
Every restaurant on property is included. No cover charge. No premium dining fee. No signing for your meal. Depending on which resort you choose, you could have up to 16 restaurants to pick from on any given night. We’re talking French, Italian, Japanese teppanyaki, Caribbean, steakhouses, sushi, and beach grills, all included in what you already paid.
And here’s something I always tell my clients: you can mix and match courses across restaurants. Start with appetizers at one spot, walk over to the steakhouse for dinner, and end at the cafe by the pool for dessert. The staff doesn’t blink. That’s just how it works.
🗓️ Pro Tip from Us: Make your dinner reservations the moment you check in. At popular resorts, the top restaurants fill up fast. If you’re in a Butler suite, your butler will handle all of this before you even unpack. That alone is worth the upgrade.
Drinks: Actually Top Shelf
This is where a lot of all-inclusives cut corners. Sandals doesn’t. Here’s what’s covered:
Premium branded spirits, all day, everywhere
Six varieties of Robert Mondavi wines
Cocktails made to order at swim-up, beach, piano, rum, and sports bars
Craft beers, fresh mocktails, and Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee
In-room minibar stocked daily with wine, local beer, sodas, and water
Butler suites get full spirits stocked in-room as well
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Activities: Way More Than a Beach Chair
This is what surprises people most. Sandals includes a genuinely impressive lineup of activities, and I say that as someone who has done many of them firsthand.
* Select resorts only
💡 Insider Tip: The scuba diving inclusion is a big deal. Most resorts charge $100 or more per dive. At Sandals, certified divers can go as many times as they want throughout their stay. Not yet certified? Resort intro courses are included too.
Butler Service: The Upgrade That Changes Everything
Not every room comes with butler service, but many suite categories do, and if it’s in your budget, I strongly recommend it. Here’s what your personal butler handles for you:
Restaurant reservations before you even ask
24-hour room service
Unpacks your luggage if you want
Escorts you to your airport transfer
Sets up your beach chairs daily
Remembers your preferences for future visits
Stocks your suite bar before you arrive
Access to the private Club Sandals lounge
I’ve had clients tell me it felt like having a personal assistant on vacation. That’s exactly what it is.
The Details Most People Don’t Think to Ask About
Beyond the big stuff, Sandals covers a long list of things other resorts nickel and dime you on:
Round-trip airport transfers, both ways
All tips and gratuities for resort staff
All taxes and fees included in your rate upfront
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the entire property
Nightly entertainment, live music, and themed beach parties
Daily housekeeping and evening turndown service
Pools, hot tubs, and fitness center access
You land, you check in, and you don’t open your wallet again until you leave. That’s the whole concept, and Sandals executes it better than anyone in the Caribbean.
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What Is NOT Included (Because I Always Give the Full Picture)
A few things cost extra, and I’d rather you know now than be surprised later:
Spa treatments at the Red Lane Spa (massages, facials, body wraps)
Off-resort excursions through Island Routes Caribbean Adventures
Professional photography packages
Flights (though Sandals frequently runs air credit promotions that can offset this)
Butler tips are customary but not required, typically $10 to $15 per butler per day
That list is short compared to what’s covered. When you add up the value of everything included, the price per day looks very different!
So Which Sandals Resort Is Right for You?
There are 17 Sandals properties spread across Jamaica, the Bahamas, St. Lucia, Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, Curacao, and St. Vincent. Each one has a different feel, different strengths, and different room categories.
A few personal favorites of mine: Sandals Grenada for the most stunning natural scenery, and Sandals Royal Curacao for guests who want something a little more unique and off the beaten path. As a Certified Sandals Gold Advisor, I match my clients to the right property based on what actually matters to them: budget, vibe, room type, travel dates, and whether they’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or just a long-overdue getaway.
I’ve visited these resorts firsthand, I have direct relationships with the Sandals team, and I know the room categories that deliver the most value.
Working with me costs you nothing.
My fee is covered by the resort. You get the same price or better, and you get someone in your corner from the moment you start planning until you’re back home.
Bottom Line
If you've been dreaming about a Sandals trip for a honeymoon, anniversary, girls' trip, destination wedding, or just because you desperately need a beach and a frozen drink, I want to help! Browse the Sandals website and let me know where you’d like to go!
Sandals Resorts currently has the following locations:
7 Sandals in Jamaica
1 Sandals in the Bahamas
3 Sandals in St. Lucia
1 Sandals in Antigua
2 Sandals in Barbados
1 Sandals in Grenada
1 Sandals in Curacao
1 Sandals in Saint Vincent
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When you work with a Travel Advisor from Shoreline Destinations you’ll get:
Vacation Proposal & Booking: Personalized proposal with resorts or cruises to choose from based on your preferences.
Details: Airfare, transportation, travel insurance, and excursion booking.
Our Recommendations: We’ll share our travel tips and recommendations specific to your itinerary.
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Shoreline Destinations is a boutique travel agency that specializes in effortless destination weddings, vacations that are #instaworthy, and family getaways that your kids will be talking about for years.
Andrea Norfolk
President & Travel Advisor
Andrea specializes in luxury travel, family vacations, destination weddings, and honeymoons.
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