Located on the private beaches of picturesque Montego Bay, Sandals Royal Caribbean is an all-inclusive resort that combines the laidback lifestyle of Jamaica with the elegance of Georgian-era Britain.

Guests can indulge in high tea after enjoying a swim in one of the eight pools or taking a stroll through the manicured, tropical gardens.

The resort also offers a private island complete with over-water bungalows, Bali-inspired beach cabanas, and an inviting pool with a swim-up bar.

When you stay at Sandals Royal Caribbean, you can enjoy all of the facilities and restaurants at Sandals Montego Bay, so it’s as if you’re getting two resorts for the price of one.

How Do You Get From the Airport to Sandals Royal Caribbean?

There are three airports in Jamaica, but you will likely fly into Sangster International Airport because it’s the main airport in Montego Bay and offers the most affordable flights from the US.

Once you arrive at the airport, head to the Sandals lounge or desk. From here you will receive a welcome drink and take a complimentary transfer from the airport to the resort.

We highly recommend flying into Sanger International Airport because it is only 10 minutes from the resort.

How Are the Rooms and Suites at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

Sandals Royal Caribbean has 227 rooms and 27 room types, divided into three categories: Butler Elite, Club Level, and Sandals Luxury.

All rooms include a toiletries kit, WiFi, a coffeemaker, a hair dryer, an iron with an ironing board, a king-size bed, and air conditioning.

Butler Elite

Butler Elite level rooms are the most luxurious, providing the best views and quality of stay.

You will receive the services of a private butler, 24-hour room service, private transfer from the airport in a BMW, private check-in, and an in-room bar stocked with the premium alcohol of your choice.

You can communicate with your private butler via personal cell phone so you won’t feel like someone is hovering over you.

Your butler can provide a variety of services to ensure your stay is amazing, such as ensuring you get a reservation at the best table of your choice restaurants, reserving sunbeds and packing a cooler of beverages, booking spa appointments and tours, drawing a bubble bath, serving a private dinner under the stars or bringing you breakfast in bed.

Check out these Butler Elite-level rooms!

Over the Water Private Island Butler Villa With Infinity Pool

Located on the resort’s offshore island, these villas are stilted over the Caribbean’s aquamarine waters and offer a truly once-in-a-lifetime stay.

The master bedroom includes see-through floors for viewing marine life and glass doors that open directly onto the spacious terrace. You can take a dip in your private infinity pool, relax on the cushioned swing, or float on the water hammocks.

The villa also includes a sitting area, flat-screen TV, chic outdoor furniture, an en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub, as well as a kitchenette/prep area.

Price: from $2,308 per person/per night

Over-the-Water Private Island Butler Honeymoon Bungalow

These bungalows are also stilted on the resort’s offshore island and include a terrace with a two-person soaking tub, floating hammocks, and an outdoor shower.

The bedroom offers sliding glass doors that open directly onto the terrace, see-through floors, and a sitting area. The bungalow also has a kitchenette and a large en-suite bathroom.

Price: from $1,661 per person/per night

Royal Beachfront Honeymoon One Bedroom Butler Suite

These high-end, beachfront suites are located in the Balmoral Building and provide unobstructed views of the ocean and beach.

Featuring mahogany details, these butler-level suites include a master bedroom, a spacious living area, a balcony with an outdoor seating area, sun loungers on the beach, two flat-screen TVs, and a combination shower/bathtub.

Price: from $694 per person/per night

Beachfront Honeymoon One-Bedroom Walkout Butler Suite w/ Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

Offering blonde wood details and a contemporary design, these beachfront rooms are on the ground floor of the Sandringham Building. Each suite has a terrace with a two-person soaking tub and seating area.

There is a master bedroom with a flat-screen TV, a separate seating area with beach views, and an en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub.

Price: from $613 per person/per night

Royal One Bedroom Butler Suite

Located in the Balmoral Building, next to the beach, this butler-level suite features a pool and partial ocean views, mahogany furnishings, and ample space.

The amenities and layout of these rooms are similar to the Royal Beachfront Honeymoon Suite, but they do not offer unobstructed views of the ocean.

Price: from $592 per person/per night

Royal Beachfront Butler Corner Suite w/ Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

These corner suites are located in the Sandringham Building and offer a wraparound balcony with unbeatable views of the ocean from the 2nd and 3rd floors.

Suites in the Sandringham Building offer a more contemporary style than those in the Balmoral Building and feel light and breezy instead of cozy and opulent.

Room amenities include a soaking tub on the balcony, an indoor seating area, and a flat-screen TV.

Price: from $579 per person/per night

Swim-up Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon One Bedroom Butler Suite

Offering swim-up pool access from the patio, this suite feels more intimate than other butler-level rooms. The patio is nestled between lush foliage and has high walls for privacy.

Room amenities include an outdoor seating area, a flat-screen TV, a master bedroom with a spacious living area, and dining space.

Price: from $565 per person/per night

Romeo & Juliet Walkout Butler Suite With Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

Located in the Edenborough Building, which is set slightly back from the beach but still close, these modern suites are secluded and have two soaking tubs (one on the patio and one in the bathroom).

Room amenities include ocean and garden views from the patio, a large master bedroom with a sitting area, a desk, flat-screen TV, and a four-poster bed.

Price: from $455 per person/per night

Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon Penthouse Oceanview One Bedroom Butler Suite

If you are looking for sumptuous luxury and a view from above, you will love this penthouse with views across the ocean, the main pool area, and tropical gardens.

This room also has a large balcony perfect for sunset cocktails, a living area with a flat-screen TV, sofa, and small dining table, an en-suite bathroom with a whirlpool tub and his/her vanities, as well as marble details.

Price: from $463 per person/per night

Romeo & Juliet Butler Suite With Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

This butler-level suite is located in the Edenborough Building and feels more modern than the classic Balmoral suites.

Guests can enjoy a soak in the tub while enjoying ocean views from the balcony. Other room amenities include an additional tub in the bedroom, a sitting area, and desk, a four-poster bed, and mahogany details.

Price: from $447 per person/per night

Romeo & Juliet Walkout Butler Suite With Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

These rooms have the same layout and design as the entry above this one. The only difference is this suite is located on the ground floor, while the others can be found on the second and third floors.

Price: from $446 per person/per night

Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon One Bedroom Butler Suite

Featuring views of the lagoon pool and tropical gardens from above, these romantic suites have a whirlpool tub in the bathroom, beautiful marble and mahogany details, and a master bedroom with a large living area.

The suite also comes with a balcony, which is a great place to relax in the afternoons

Price: from $439 per person/per night

Walkout Swim up Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon Butler Suite

This suite doesn’t have the huge living area found in the Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon One Bedroom, but it has a patio next to the lagoon pool and a bathroom with a whirlpool tub.

Although it’s called a “swim up” suite, you actually need to walk a few feet from your patio to access the water.

Price: from $436 per person/per night

Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon Oceanview Butler Suite

Located in the Buckingham building, this suite offers partial views of the ocean, pool, and lush gardens.

Although the ocean views are not as fantastic as the ones found in other butler-level rooms, this suite is less expensive and very comfortable.

Room amenities include a balcony with a seating area, an armchair in the master bedroom, and an en-suite bathroom with a whirlpool tub.

Price: from $432 per person/per night

Crystal Lagoon Honeymoon Butler Suite

This butler-level suite is an excellent choice for couples who don’t need sea views and like being near the main pool area and restaurants.

Featuring a large balcony perfect for romantic dinners, a master bedroom with a sitting area, a flat-screen TV, a whirlpool soaking tub in the bathroom, and a lavish aesthetic, this room is a great honeymoon choice.

Price: from $417 per person/per night

Club Sandals

Club Level accommodations are an ideal choice for couples who want to divide their time between a luxurious room and the resort’s facilities.

These rooms include an in-room bar stocked with wine, beer, juices, sodas, and standard liquors, such as rum, vodka, or gin. These room types also offer access to Sandals Club Concierge where you can book tours, spa services, restaurant reservations, and more.

You can also order room service from 7 am until 10 pm. For couples who plan to have a few meals in the room or on their balcony, this is a great option and it allows you to have true privacy on your honeymoon.

Read on to discover these Club Sandals rooms!

Beachfront Honeymoon Walkout Club Level

Located on the ground floor of the classic Balmoral Building, these rooms offer direct access to the beach and a patio steps away from the ocean.

Other room amenities include an outdoor seating area, a master bedroom with a flat-screen TV and a writing desk, an en-suite bathroom with a combination shower/bathroom, and mahogany details.

Price: from $514 per person/per night

Kensington Cove Honeymoon Beachfront Club Level

Featuring a marble bathroom with a whirlpool, these romantic rooms offer ocean views from the first, second, and third floors of the Kensington Building.

Other room amenities include a balcony with a seating area, mahogany furniture, a flat-screen TV, and an indoor dining area.

Price: from $501 per person/per night

Royal Beachfront Club Elite Suite w/ Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

Situated on the second floor of the contemporary Sandringham Building, these suites offer views of the Sandals island and the beach.

Room amenities include a balcony with a 2-person soaking tub and sitting area, a master bedroom with a sofa and desk, a flat-screen TV, as well as plenty of natural light and blonde wood.

Price: from $477 per person/per night

Crystal Lagoon Hideaway Swim-up Club Level Jr. Suite w/Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

Moving away from the British heritage designs found in the Balmoral and Kensington Buildings, this suite is ultra-modern and tropical.

It features direct access to the pool (and sun loungers in the water), a 2-person soaking tub on the patio, a living area with a sofa and desk, and an en-suite bathroom with a rain shower.

Price: from $428 per person/per night

Windsor Beachfront Walkout Club Elite Room With Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

Located on the ground floor of the Windsor Building, this room has direct beach access and stunning ocean views from the patio.

Room amenities include a 2-person soaking tub, an outdoor seating area, a desk, a flat-screen TV, as well as marble and mahogany accents.

Price: from $420 per person/per night

Windsor Beachfront Club Elite Room With Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

Situated on the second and third floors of the Windsor Building, these suites offer uninterrupted ocean views and easy access to the beach.

Room amenities include a big balcony with patio furniture and a 2-person soaking tub, a desk, an armchair, and a flat-screen TV. The décor is beachy with marble and mahogany accents.

Price: from $413 per person/per night

Sandals Luxury

These rooms are the most affordable and a great choice for couples on a budget or those who plan to spend most of their time enjoying the resort facilities.

Sandals Luxury rooms tend to be smaller than Club Level and Butler Elite accommodations, but they still include an in-room bar stocked with wine, local beers, juices, and sodas.

Sandals Luxury rooms do not include room service.

Beachfront Grande Luxe

This Sandals Luxury room provides unobstructed ocean views from the balcony and is located in a building with direct beach access.

Other room amenities include a four-poster bed, a flat-screen TV, and a combination shower/bathtub.

Price: from $483 per person/per night

Crystal Lagoon Hideaway Jr. Suite w/Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

If relaxing at a swim-up pool sounds better than taking a dip in the ocean, then this is the Sandals Luxury suite for you.

The room has pool views, a contemporary design with cool blue accents, a 2-person soaking tub on the patio, an indoor seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a waterfall shower.

Price: from $390 per person/per night

Caribbean Poolside Grande Luxe Walkout With Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

These rooms are another great choice for couples who want to spend time by the pools and like contemporary décor.

You can access the pool by just walking out of your patio. Room amenities include an outdoor soaking tub, a master bedroom with a sitting area, a flat-screen TV, and a large en-suite bathtub separated from the bedroom with barn doors.

Price: from $340 per person/per night

Caribbean Poolside Grande Luxe With Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

These second-floor rooms are set back from the beach and are newly renovated. If you are seeking peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the main resort area, you’ll find it here.

Room amenities include an outdoor soaking tub on the balcony, pool views, a flat-screen TV, an indoor seating area, and contemporary accents.

Price: from $333 per person/per night

Caribbean Poolside Luxury Walkout With Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

These rooms have also been renovated recently and are similar to the previous entry on this list, but they don’t have an indoor seating area and the view from the patio is different.

Price: from $326 per person/per night

Caribbean Poolside Luxury With Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

These rooms are almost identical to the ones in the previous entry, but they are located on the second floor.

Price: from $318 per person/per night

Royal Sanctuary Grande Luxe

These rooms feel a little older than some of the other choices at Sandals Royal Caribbean, but they are still very clean, comfortable, and inviting.

Located in the Balmoral Building, these classic rooms are near the ocean, but feature garden views. Room amenities include a patio with outdoor furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a small sitting area.

Price: from $315 per person/per night

What Are the activities at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

At the resort, you can enjoy six whirlpools and eight pools. Located in the heart of the resort, the main pool is where most of the action happens and a great place for socializing.

However, the Sandals Cay Pool offers beautiful views and the Kensington Pool is directly next to the ocean and is a quieter option.

If you take the two-minute boat transfer from the resort to the private island, you can sunbathe, rent a private cabana with butler service for the day, sip cocktails at the swim-up bar, or relax in the jacuzzi.

Feeling hungry? Grab a snack at the Jerk Shack or reserve a candlelit table at Royal Thai in the evening.

Although the beach in front of the resort is not a massive stretch of sand like the one at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, the water is calm and is a beautiful aquamarine color.

You can enjoy water activities such as PADI-certified scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and kitesurfing.

You can also join a game of billiards or beach volleyball, break a sweat at the gym or play tennis, lawn games, chess, or card games.

For an additional cost, you can take a variety of exciting tours such as a sunset catamaran cruise, a private yacht tour, river tubing, ATV excursions in the countryside, bamboo rafting, horse riding, and visiting a spectacular, cascading waterfall.

After a day at the beach or exploring the jungle, get a massage at Red Lane Spa or experience a private, candlelit dinner under the stars.

The Restaurants at Sandals Royal Caribbean

When you book a stay at Sandals Royal Caribbean, you can enjoy unlimited dining at nine restaurants on the resort’s premises as well as the 12 restaurants at Sandals Montego Bay.

The cuisine ranges from spicy Thai dishes to gourmet French entrees to hand-tossed pizza.

The Mariner

This seaside grill is a great place to relax in the afternoons while sipping on a cool drink. Menu items include Jamaican Beef Patties, Royal House Salad, and Beef Burgers.

Pro Tip: if you’re craving a midnight snack, come to The Mariner, which is one of two places open until 2:00 am.

Bombay Club

Offering aromatic spices and an atmosphere combining sea views and décor inspired by the exotic marketplaces of Mumbai, this Indian restaurant is perfect for dinner.

Menu items include Chicken Tikka, Shrimp Pakora, and Tandoori Roti.

Dinner reservations are required.

The Cricketers Pub

If you’re craving a pint and the warm atmosphere of a British pub, head down to the Cricketers Pub. It is open from 4 pm to 10 pm for dinner and from 10 pm to 2 pm for late-night antics.

Menu items include Fish & Chips, Cottage Pie, and Crispy Mozzarella Sticks.

Royal Thai

Located on the beaches of the resort’s offshore island and accessible only by dragon boat, Royal Thai provides a dining experience that is both exotic and lavish.

This is the best restaurant at the resort because of the location, ambiance, service, and food quality.

Menu items include Gaeng Kiaw Wan (Green Curry), Phad Thai, and Yam Nue Yang (a fragrant grilled beef salad).

Reservations are required.

Le Jardinier

Featuring a romantic garden setting, this classic French restaurant will transport you to the French countryside.

Menu items include Salade Niçoise, Grilled Caribbean Lobster with Garden Pea Risotto, and Roasted Chicken Breast with Cheese Polenta, Sherry, and Thyme Jus.

Pro tip: this is a great place for a dinner date.

The Jerk Shack

Enjoy a taste of authentic Jamaican cuisine at this humble beach shack. Items on the lunch menu include Chicken, Beef and Sausage Jerk, Fish in Foil, and Roast Sweet Potatoes.

Pro tip: The Jerk Shack has some of the most flavorful food at the resort and is a favorite among guests.

Bella Napoli Pizzeria

If you’re seeking a slice of pizza for lunch, head down to Pizza Napoli.

Toppings include basil, mozzarella, sausage, crab meat, pepperoni, shrimp, baby tomatoes, bay scallops, blue cheese, and more.

La Tavola

Offering made-to-order pasta, this homey Italian restaurant is the go-to spot for a casual dinner.

Menu items include Linguine Agli Scampi (linguine pasta with shrimp prepared in a white wine sauce), Grilled Striploin Steak with a rosemary wine reduction, and Insalata Caprese.

Spices

Featuring breathtaking views of the ocean and rattan furnishings, this Caribbean eatery is one of the most popular restaurants at the resort.

Menu items include Seared Ahi Tuna Salad, Coconut Shrimp, Surf & Turf, and Pan-fried Snapper Fillet.

Nightlife and Entertainment at Sandals Royal Caribbean

Sandals Royal Caribbean has less of a party atmosphere than Sandals Montego Bay, but that just means the fun is a little more sophisticated and less sloppy. If you’re looking for a bit of peace on your honeymoon, this is truly a good thing.

The resort offers themed nights, fire-dancer shows, steel drum performances, live bands, beach and pool parties, a Jamaican Jamboree, and a piano bar. Couples particularly like the outstanding staff members who keep the energy level high.

What Is Included at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

Food and Drink: at Sandals Royal Caribbean, the cost of stay includes unlimited dining at the resort’s nine restaurants and five bars (plus 12 more restaurants at the neighboring Sandals Montego Bay), unlimited premium liquor at the bars and restaurants, and an in-room bar stocked with different beverages depending on your room category.

Things to do: this all-inclusive resort also offers access to all of the pools and jacuzzies, the private island with private beaches, beach chairs, gym facilities, and fitness classes.

Guests also receive unlimited water sports such as PADI-certified scuba diving and equipment (you must already have your PADI certification), snorkeling, Hobbie Cats, paddle boarding, kayaking, and windsurfing.

Complimentary land sports include beach volleyball, day and night tennis, access to pool tables, and lawn games.

Other: the cost of stay also includes complimentary shuttles to and from Sandals Montego Bay, water taxis to the private island, roundtrip airport transfers, use of the airport arrivals lounge, wifi, a free wedding when you stay for more than 3 nights, as well as tips, taxes, and gratuity.

What Is Not Included at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

At Sandals Royal Caribbean, the cost of stay does not include the following items: airplane tickets, excursions or tours, catamaran cruises in Montego Bay, spa services at Red Lane Spa, laundry and dry-cleaning, private cabana rental with butler service, private candlelit dinners, premium wines (unlimited Robert Mondavi wines are included), gift shop purchases and photography sessions.

If you book a Butler Elite category room or a private cabana with butler service for the day, tips for your butler are not included in the cost of your stay.

On average guests tip their butlers $20-$30 per day, but feel free to provide a greater tip if you really enjoyed the service. While you can tip day to day, we recommend tipping at the end of your stay.

Weddings at Sandals Royal Caribbean

Although Sandals Royal Caribbean does not have an over-water chapel, Sandals Montego Bay has a stunning chapel that guests can use.

This intimate venue can accommodate 40 guests and features a glass floor aisle, ample natural light, and stunning views of the ocean.

You can book a variety of time slots, but the twilight timeslot really ups the romance level.

Is Sandals Royal Caribbean Safe?

Yes, safety is a top priority at Sandals Royal Caribbean and you will feel secure during your stay. The resort facilities are all private and the private airport shuttles ensure that you don’t have to deal with taxi drivers or exchanging currency in the airport.

Similarly, all of the tours and excursions offered through Sandals Royal Caribbean are vetted to ensure your safety and comfort.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Sandals Royal Caribbean?

The best time to visit Sandals Royal Caribbean is the first two weeks in December. This is before the Christmas crowds arrive and before the peak season starts in January.

It is also after hurricane season so you will experience balmy weather, hardly any rain, lower temperatures, and reduced humidity.

If you are looking to save money, but don’t want to experience too much rain, May and June are also good months to schedule your trip.

Although the temperature and humidity are getting higher, you will still be able to enjoy time on the beach as well as a slower pace of island life.

How Much Does It Cost To Get Married at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

When you stay for at least three nights at Sandals Royal Caribbean, you receive a complimentary wedding. There are also plenty of great add-ons you can include and themed weddings range from $1,700 to $3,000.

Sandals resorts do a great job offering perks, such as tiki parties, cocktail hours, and special meals, when you book more rooms for your guests. For more details, contact a Sandals wedding planner who will guide you through the process.

Is Sandals Royal Caribbean Adults-Only?

Yes, Sandals Royal Caribbean is an adults-only resort.

How Far Is Sandals Royal Caribbean From the Airport?

Sandals Royal Caribbean is located 10 minutes from Sangster International Airport, 2.5 to 3 hours from Norman Manley International Airport, and 1.5 hours from Ian Fleming International Airport.

Does Sandals Royal Caribbean Have Overwater Bungalows?

Yes, Sandals Royal Caribbean has overwater bungalows. In fact, this sandals resort offers two types of overwater bungalows and the premier villa offers a private pool.

Do You Need a Passport To Go to Sandals Royal Caribbean?

Yes, US citizens traveling to Sandals Royal Caribbean need a passport with at least 6 months of validity.

How Much Does It Cost To Stay at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

The most expensive room at Sandals Royal Caribbean starts from $2,308 per person/per night, while the most affordable room starts from $315 per person/per night all-inclusive.