Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Our Rating
9.7
7.8
Star Rating
5.0
4.0
Room Count
307
289
Restaurants
7
9
Pools
4
5
Year Opened
2016
2017
Year Renovated
—
2025
Features
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Total Venues
11
22
Included
11
21
Extra Charge
0
1
Room Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Room Categories
11
11
Suite Categories
11
11
Activities Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Total Activities
27
27
Included
18
25
Extra Charge
9
2
Pros & Cons
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Pros
The only all-inclusive in the world simultaneously holding Forbes Five Stars, AAA Five Diamonds, and a MICHELIN-starred restaurant — a genuine distinction, not a marketing claim
Cocina de Autor's 8-10 course tasting menu with wine pairing is fully included in the all-inclusive rate — at a standalone restaurant this would cost hundreds per person
Every suite starts at 1,081 sq ft with ocean views, private terrace jacuzzi, and 24-hour butler concierge — the entry suite here exceeds most competitors' top categories
Three-tier infinity pools naturally segregate family, activity, and adult-only zones without restricting access — practical design rather than strict policy
Cons
Beach is not swimmable — Los Cabos Pacific currents make ocean swimming dangerous; the infinity pools are where guests actually swim
Cocina de Autor is restricted to adults and guests 18+ — families with younger children can't access the MICHELIN-starred restaurant during their stay
Rates start around $1,600/night in low season and $1,800+ in peak winter — a significant commitment that requires being genuinely invested in the Five Diamond experience to justify
Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Pros
Smugglers Cove is genuinely calm — much better swimming conditions than the Atlantic-facing beaches of northern Saint Lucia
Dorado Seafood & Grill is one of the few all-inclusive restaurants that meaningfully uses the local catch — Saint Lucia's fresh fish is worth seeking out
Casino del Mar on-site provides an evening option that neither Sandals property nearby offers
The Pitons, Sulphur Springs, and waterfall excursions from this location are among the best island experiences in the Caribbean — budget at least one day off-property
Cons
The resort has terrain variation — stairs and slopes between sections can be tiring for guests with mobility concerns or families with strollers
Some rooms are farther from the beach than the resort map suggests — ask specifically about beach proximity at booking
Summary
Grand Velas Los Cabos has a higher guest rating, while Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort has more restaurants, while Grand Velas Los Cabos is the larger property, while Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort has more dining venues.
