Direct position within Corralejo Natural Park means the dune landscape and beach cannot be built out — the setting is permanent.
Piano Bar with live music most evenings is a quieter, more atmospheric alternative to animation-heavy all-inclusive entertainment.
Sparkling wine at breakfast is a Palace-tier inclusion that differentiates the dining program at a 4-star property.
Four tennis courts for 372 rooms is an unusually generous ratio.
Lobos Island and Lanzarote views from the beach and dunes are a specific and scenically valuable feature.
Cons
Some room interiors show age — no confirmed major renovation date available. Manage expectations for room condition.
Mini club for children only operates in August — families visiting other months get no supervised kids' program.
Fuerteventura's consistent trade winds make the beach experience breezy rather than sheltered — not ideal for everyone.
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.
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Hotel Riu Palace Tres Islas is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa offers more activities.
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.
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.
