12 clay tennis courts with included group instruction is the most tennis-focused Club Med in Africa — a specific draw for tennis-playing families
Tétouan Airport is 15 minutes away — one of the shortest airport-to-resort transfers in Club Med's global portfolio
The beachfront Berber-tent setting at The Gibraltar is one of the most atmospheric dining setups in any Club Med European-area property
Chefchaouen and Tetouan's UNESCO medina are accessible as day trips — the location makes Morocco genuinely explorable
Cons
The most memorable regional experiences (beach horse riding, Chefchaouen excursion, hammam, golf) are all paid extras outside the all-inclusive rate
Mandatory caddie fees at Cabo Negro golf are a surprise for guests who assume the green fee covers everything
Petit Club Med (ages 2-3) requires an additional charge, unlike the 4+ program
The Sultana beachfront building is where you want to stay — but it commands premium pricing and books early
Sandals Royal Barbados
Pros
The rooftop infinity pool is the Caribbean's first — an evening pool experience with ocean views that's unavailable at other Sandals properties
All-suite property means no standard rooms — every guest has suite-level accommodations
'Stay at One, Play at Two' with adjacent Sandals Barbados effectively doubles dining to 20+ restaurants and 10+ bars
15-minute transfer from Grantley Adams International Airport — one of the shortest Sandals arrivals in the Caribbean
Lovers Lanes bowling alley and craft beer bar are genuine novelties within the all-inclusive format
Cons
Maxwell Beach is a public beach — other hotel guests and persistent local vendors are present and regularly cited by guests
Lounge chair competition is consistent: early morning positioning is required for both the main pool and beachfront spots
Service at restaurants and bars is noted as slower than expected given the pricing — allow extra time for meals
Summary
Sandals Royal Barbados has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more restaurants, while Club Med Yasmina is the larger property, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more dining venues, while Sandals Royal Barbados offers more activities.
