Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino vs Sandals Royal Barbados
Dreams Resorts & Spas vs Sandals Resorts— Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino | Sandals Royal Barbados |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | — | 8.2 |
| Star Rating | — | 5.0 |
| Room Count | — | 222 |
| Restaurants | 7 | 21 |
| Pools | 4 | 11 |
| Year Opened | — | 2017 |
| Year Renovated | 2019 | 2021 |
Features
| Metric | Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino | Sandals Royal Barbados |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | Yes |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | No |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino | Sandals Royal Barbados |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 17 | 26 |
| Included | 16 | 26 |
| Extra Charge | 1 | 0 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino | Sandals Royal Barbados |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 14 | 12 |
| Suite Categories | 4 | 12 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino | Sandals Royal Barbados |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 25 | 24 |
| Included | 20 | 18 |
| Extra Charge | 5 | 6 |
Pros & Cons
Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino
Pros
- Beautiful beachfront setting on Piscadera Bay, offering calm, protected water.
- Convenient location only 2 miles from Willemstad and a 15-minute drive from the airport.
- Multiple pools available, including an exclusive adults-only infinity pool in the Preferred Club.
- Wide variety of daily activities and non-motorized water sports are included.
- Dedicated Explorer's Club for Kids and Core Zone Teens Club cater to all age groups.
- All-inclusive "Unlimited-Luxury" concept with no dining reservations required for à la carte.
- Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits, natural fruit juices, and soft drinks.
- 24-hour room service and a daily refreshed mini-bar are part of the inclusions.
- On-site casino features Curaçao's only poker room and a live-betting sportsbook.
Cons
- Frequent reports of inattentive and unfriendly staff, leading to slow service.
- Mixed reviews regarding food and beverage quality, with occasional reports of limited availability.
- Room service can be inconsistent, with calls sometimes going unanswered.
- Some guests find the property, despite renovations, still feels like an older hotel in certain areas.
- The beach consists of two relatively small, sheltered strips, which may feel limited to some.
- Guests familiar with other Dreams properties occasionally find this resort smaller and in comparatively worse condition.
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
Summary
Sandals Royal Barbados has more restaurants, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more dining venues, while Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino offers more activities.