Hotel Overview
EXCELLENT COUPLES GET-A-WAY
OMG!! This resort was excellent. We have stayed alot of places but the staff here was EXCELLENT! It...
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nysha123
- Feb 21, 2012
Perfection realized
I can't say enough about this resort. I stayed at the Atlantis in the Bahamas a few years ago and...
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Wolfie
- Jul 8, 2011
Royal treatment for couples at breathtaking Montego Bay all inclusive
The Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island is a Caribbean outpost for couples 18-and-older. A dragon boat shuttles guests between the British Manor themed resort to its Asian-inspired private island, where a secluded beach, fine dining and tasty libations create the ultimate escape. Back at the Manor, relax by the pool, explore colorful sea life with a snorkel or scuba dive, or indulge in a massage. Six restaurants create intimate dining experiences. At night, wind down with bonfire beach parties and live music or visit a British pub.
Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island - Luxury All Inclusive Rooms
- Deluxe Room
- Very large rooms set above the Porte Cochere and lobby, offering limited views. A few rooms are located on t he inside corners of the Kensington Building and have small balconies. Rooms in the Carisbrooke Building (above Lobby) are large but have no balcony. View of gardens at Front Entrance.
- Royal Beachfront 1BDRM Suite w/Butler Service
- Elegant one-bedroom suites in a location that reminds our guests as to why they have come to the Caribbean. The newly refurbished one-bedroom suites feature a king bed with a marble bathroom adjacent to the intimate living area, all rooms feature two plasma televisions. All Royal Beachfront One Bedroom Suites have either a patio or large balcony.
- Grand Luxe Room
- Large rooms set back from the beach. Located in the St. James, Clarence, Buckingham, Glamis and Caenarvon Buildings, all of which are fronted by manicured laws and gardens. There is a short walk to the beach. Some suites are located in the Caernarvon Building and are set back the furthest, but the building has its own pool and gazebo. All rooms have balconies or patios View of manicured grounds, gardens and/or pool.
- Royal Swim-Up River Suite
- These wonderful suites feature a secluded patio surrounded by lush Caribbean vegetation that opens onto the resort's lazy river where lovers can dip their toes into the soothing waterway. Relax on the expanded patio area with lush vegetation, and access to the lazy river just steps away. The patio features an outdoor dining area for the ultimate in relaxation under the warm Caribbean sun. Indoors, the suites feature the ultimate in luxury, with a four-poster mahogany bed. The marvelous bathroom is graced with marble and hand-cut mosaic tile accents, plus a whirlpool,his and her vanities, and view the rest of the world via flat screen televisions.
- Honeymoon Luxury Beachfront Concierge
- Spacious rooms located on the first through third floors of the calm and traditional Kensington Building, with its quiet East Pool area. Also located on the first through third floors of the Windsor Building, which sits directly in front of the beach. All rooms have either a patio or balcony. Room service. Featuring our exclusive Suite Concierge Service.
- Premium Room
- Most rooms located in the two-story Arundel Building and a few in the Edinburgh Building. All rooms have either a patio or balcony. View Arundel Block: South Pool. View Edinburgh Block: Gardens.
- Grand Luxe Beachfront
- "True beachfront rooms located on the first and second floors of the Balmoral and Sandringham blocks. All with either a balcony or patio. Views of beach and ocean.
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Montego Bay, Jamaica
- Nearby airports
- Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay (MBJ).
- Area description
- Nestled on the northern shores of Jamaica, only 4 miles from Sangster International Airport.
Amenities
- Airport Shuttle
- Concierge
- Free parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Spa services
Dining
- The Cricketers Pub
- Pub now serves lunch (starting at 12noon) and dinner (starting at 6pm) daily.
- Royal Thai Restaurant
- Offering an authentic Thai dining experience on our own private offshore island. Uniquely extraordinary! Guest must be at the watersports pier 15 minutes before seating, for transport on the 40-foot long 'Wayang Doll'. 25 couples per seating, closed Fridays. Seating times - 6:00pm and 8:00pm. Reservations are required. Dress code - Long pants and collared shirts
- The Beach Grill
- Whenever you're in the mood for French fries, burgers and all of the fun comfort food you're absolutely craving, head on down to the beachside grill, located directly on the sand, and dig in. No reservations needed. No dress code.
- The Regency
- International cuisine offering a NEW Menu. Closed Tuesdays & Fridays. Reservations not required, air-conditioned. Dress code - casual elegance.
- The Pavilion Restaurant
- Exciting Jamaican cuisine in an intimate tropical setting under the stars, offering a NEW menu. Reservations not required, closed Tuesdays and Fridays. Dress code - long pants and collared shirts, no sneakers or sandals.
- The Courtyard
- Enticing fresh-grilled Mediterranean specialties in a courtyard setting, offering a NEW menu. Reservations not required. Dress code - long pants and collared shirts, no beachwear, tank tops or bare feet allowed.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (37)
Ratings and reviews for Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island - Luxury All Inclusive
- All travelers (37) 4.2 / 5
- Couples (36) 4.2 / 5
- Families (1) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.6
- Room comfort:
- 4.4
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 4.1
86%
would recommend to a friend.
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
nysha123
EXCELLENT COUPLES GET-A-WAY
OMG!! This resort was excellent. We have stayed alot of places but the staff here was EXCELLENT! It was on the pricey side but worth every penny! Our room was literally 20-feet from the sea and 10-feet from the pool, it could not have been better. Excellent food and staff, also. We were like a part of their family, truly. Would highly recommend to any couple needing to re-kindle their relationship.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
In Hotel
This resort is not about night life, its about being one on one with the one you love. So if you are looking for wild nights, this one may not be for you.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Wolfie
Perfection realized
I can't say enough about this resort. I stayed at the Atlantis in the Bahamas a few years ago and thought I would never achieve that level of excellence again. Sandals Royal Carribean proved me wrong. As soon as you arrive you can't help but be amazed by the beauty. Indulge in food, drinks, water sports, sunbathing...not to mention pools, beaches & excursions. We went on a sunset cruise and went zip-lining, both of which were exhilarating.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
I would definitely recommend the excursions in Ocho Rios and Negril. About a 90 minute drive, but well worth it due to the natural beauty of the island.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great Honeymoon... After the first night
We had a wonderful honeymoon at Sandals RC. The staff was friendly, the activities were fun, and the food was better than most AI's that I've stayed at. The only issue we had was that we had to do a little arguing for our room. We booked through a travel agent and requested that whatever she booked us put us in a BEACHFRONT room. No garden-view, ocean-view (that usually means partial) or anything else that didn't provide us with a 180 degree view of beach and water. We arrived on a Monday (which I think was part of the issue since most honeymooners arrive on Sunday) to a very friendly front desk. When they gave us some papers to sign and fill out, I noticed that the place on the sheet where the room number was entered had been whited-out and a new number was handwritten in it's place. We were then shown to our room. My personal theory is that the room we were supposed to have must have been given away the day prior (hence the white out on the sheet) because the room we were shown to was simply terrible. We paid a lot of money for a "beach front luxury" room and this first floor room was in the back corner of the building, furthest from the beach, had a bathroom infested with mosquitoes, no fridge or minibar, a tree directly in front of it, and a few feet beyond that, shrubs that blocked any view of sand or water. When I expressed my disappointment, the bellman told us there were no other rooms available, but that he would inform the Front Desk and get back to us. We waited a few hours and they never did. Now, this is when I appreciate having a travel agent. After no response from the front desk, we contacted the travel agent, and a few distressed overseas phone calls later, we were contacted by the front desk and told that we would be shown some options the next morning! I have never heard of this. So, either GOOD JOB TRAVEL AGENT, or GREAT CUSTOMER SVC. SANDALS or both! We had a beautiful room right in front of the volleyball courts on the beach, fully stocked minibar, and liquor in the room. After that debacle, we had the most wonderful time. The staff couldn't have been friendlier. By the end, most of them probably knew my name and DEFINITELY knew my husbands name. The resort even offers you the opportunity to scuba dive as a beginner, which we did. Moral of the story: Amazing place. I would definitely recommend it. Just remember that if you arrive on an off day, make sure to double check your room category. :)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Frozen traveler
Fabulous Vacation
The staff was wonderful. [...]. We scuba dived, took tours, and just relaxed.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Stay with tour companies recommended by the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jeff
fantastic couples getaway !
The nicest Sandals we have ever stayed at,the staff was top notch,they took care of our every need.The grounds and buildings were spotless.Lots of entertainment.[...] from the photo shop was wonderful he took a ton of fantastic photos.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
CDG
AVERAGE FOR THE MONEY
VERY NICE LOCATION FOR RELAXING, SERVICE WAS GREAT, ROOM WAS AVERAGE, RESORT HAD A LOT OF OFF HOTEL ADVENTURES IF YOU WANTED THEM. WE HAD A VERY NICE TIME THERE, WE WENT JUST TO RELAX FOR A FEW DAYS, ANYTHING WE WANTED THE SERVICE WAS THERE, THE ONLY NEGATIVE WAS THEY SHUT THE BEACH DOWN OUR LAST 2 DAYS FOR A PHOTO SHOOT FOR ADVERTISING THE HOTEL, THEY DID NOT GIVE US A NOTICE THEY WERE GOING TO DO IT ON OUR STAY THERE BEFORE WE BOOKED,
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dan & Diane
Very relaxing vacation
If you're looking to go just as a couple instead of as part of a group, this is the hotel for you. If you want to party in a group, go to Sandals Montego Bay. This hotel is very romantic, and the staff bends over backwards to accommodate any request you have. The beach was raked throughout the day; the water was clean, calm, and clear. Food was excellent with lots of choices each day and night. Separate pools in different areas of the resort allowed for a quieter pool experience. The staff treated everyone like kings and queens.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
In Hotel
Sandals brought in numerous vendors during 1 full day which saved you the trouble of going off site for shopping. Very handy!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Us
Sandals Royal Caribbean
The Resort was beautiful and the staff was more than accommodating!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Make dinner reservations upon arrival.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
D&J
Food not so good, mon
Did not come close
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
THE PLANES ARE A DRAG, VERY NOISY, AND THE FOOD WAS REALLY BAD
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Not Ready to be back at Home
Wonderful Hotel and Entertainment Staff!
It rained for half of our week-long stay, but the entertainment staff made our time very enjoyable and relaxing. They even put on a talent show and were absolutely wonderful and enthusiastic. The food was always available and excellent, especially the French restaurant. I highly recommend the Dunns River Waterfall Tour--cheap and thrilling.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
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