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Decameron La Marina, Ramada All Inclusive vs Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa

Decameron All Inclusive vs Sandals Resorts— Side-by-side resort comparison

Decameron La Marina, Ramada All Inclusive
Decameron La Marina, Ramada All InclusiveDecameron All Inclusive
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Sandals Grenada Resort & SpaSandals Resorts

Key Metrics

MetricDecameron La Marina, Ramada All InclusiveSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating8.09.1
Star Rating3.05.0
Room Count161257
Restaurants210
Pools25
Year Opened20202013
Year Renovated20232013

Features

MetricDecameron La Marina, Ramada All InclusiveSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
All-InclusiveYesYes
Adults OnlyNoYes
Beach AccessYesYes
SpaYesYes
Kids ClubYesNo

Dining Comparison

MetricDecameron La Marina, Ramada All InclusiveSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues518
Included517
Extra Charge01

Room Comparison

MetricDecameron La Marina, Ramada All InclusiveSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories610
Suite Categories06

Activities Comparison

MetricDecameron La Marina, Ramada All InclusiveSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities2525
Included2022
Extra Charge53

Pros & Cons

Decameron La Marina, Ramada All Inclusive

Pros

  • The spa has four treatment rooms plus sauna and steam — the most complete wellness facility of the three Guayabitos Decameron properties.
  • Non-motorized water sports are concentrated here, making it the practical hub for guests on the sister-resort program.
  • Fitness center opens at 6 AM — early-morning workout option before beach activities.
  • Beach sunrise yoga is a genuine highlight rather than a lobby-area afterthought.

Cons

  • U-shaped building design means pool noise carries to interior-facing balconies — a relevant consideration for light sleepers.
  • One à la carte restaurant for 161 rooms creates a competitive reservation situation.
  • Inter-resort nightclub transport isn't provided — guests using the Los Cocos disco need to arrange their own way there.

Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa

Pros

  • Pink Gin Beach is genuinely calm and swimmable — sheltered cove geometry prevents the choppy surf that affects more exposed Caribbean beaches.
  • Ten restaurants for 257 rooms is a high ratio, resulting in shorter waits and more consistent kitchen quality than larger Sandals properties.
  • Five-minute airport transfer is among the shortest in the Sandals chain — no long bus rides after a redeye.
  • SkyPool suites with private infinity plunge pools are architecturally distinctive and not replicated at most other properties.
  • PADI scuba diving up to two dives/day is included — at $80–100 per dive externally, this adds real value for certified divers.
  • The property's smaller, quieter personality makes it work well for couples who want intimacy over high-energy activity.

Cons

  • The Sandals app reservation system is unreliable — restaurants show as fully booked while tables are available, and closures go unannounced.
  • "Partial ocean view" and even some "ocean view" rooms deliver disappointing sightlines — verify the specific building and floor before booking.
  • Butler Elite categories represent a meaningful price jump; the value is clearest for guests who actually use 24-hour room service and prefer to delegate planning.

Summary

Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues.

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  • Beach lounger availability at the South Seas pool requires early claiming (pre-8:30 AM on busy weeks) — not ideal for late risers.
  • Older sections of the property show maintenance wear relative to the newer Italian village buildings.