Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive vs Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Fiesta Americana Resorts vs Sandals Resorts — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 8.0 | 9.1 |
| Star Rating | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Room Count | 102 | 257 |
| Restaurants | 7 | 10 |
| Pools | 3 | 5 |
| Year Opened | — | 2013 |
| Year Renovated | 2014 | 2013 |
Features
| Metric | Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | Yes |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | No |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 12 | 18 |
| Included | 12 | 17 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 1 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 9 | 10 |
| Suite Categories | 7 | 6 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 25 | 25 |
| Included | 23 | 22 |
| Extra Charge | 2 | 3 |
Pros & Cons
Fiesta Americana Cozumel All Inclusive
Pros
- Reef access from the beach club is the real differentiator — snorkeling is steps from your sun lounger, not a boat ride away
- Small property (160 rooms) means the pool and beach areas rarely feel as overcrowded as larger Cancun all-inclusives
- The Fiesta Kids Club and Teens Club are genuinely age-appropriate and keep different groups separated — not a single catchall room
- Seven diverse restaurants for the size of the property is unusually well-stocked
- Staff receive consistently strong ratings for friendliness and attentiveness — a meaningful differentiator on Cozumel
Cons
- Beach entry is dock-based, not a sandy slope — guests expecting to wade in from the sand will be disappointed
- Beach cabanas get claimed early and often sit unoccupied for hours; arrive by 8 AM or accept a standard lounger
- Food repetition becomes noticeable after day four on a long stay — the specialty restaurants help but there are only so many rotations
- Pool activity noise (music, announcements, organized games) is constant during daytime hours — light sleepers near the pool will notice it
- The shower heads in some rooms have reported inconsistent hot water, particularly the rain shower option
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
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.