Availability of traditional Mayan Temazcal experience.
Cons
Inconsistent quality of food, often described as "average" or "hit-or-miss" outside of breakfast and select à la carte restaurants.
Some rooms or common areas may appear dated or show signs of wear and tear.
Restrictions on air conditioning's lowest temperature settings.
Pools can be cold during winter months.
Perceived lack of truly quiet relaxation areas due to ongoing activities or noise.
Attempts at upselling services or packages.
Occasional presence of sargassum (seaweed) on the beach despite diligent cleaning efforts.
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
Summary
Sandals Royal Barbados has more restaurants, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more dining venues, while Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa offers more activities.
