Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating
8.0
9.1
Star Rating
4.0
5.0
Room Count
217
257
Restaurants
8
10
Pools
2
5
Year Opened
2017
2013
Year Renovated
2017
2013
Features
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Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
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
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Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues
17
18
Included
16
17
Extra Charge
1
1
Room Comparison
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Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories
14
10
Suite Categories
12
6
Activities Comparison
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Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities
15
25
Included
10
22
Extra Charge
5
3
Pros & Cons
Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
Pros
Butler service from two-bedroom suites upward — WhatsApp-based contact system is the fastest and most responsive in Jamaica's all-inclusive sector per guest reviews
Himalayan Salt Lounge is genuinely unique in Jamaica and uncommon in Caribbean all-inclusives generally
Pierside Restaurant teppanyaki dining over the Caribbean is the most atmospherically distinctive specialty dining experience in Montego Bay
Apartment-style suites with full kitchens make this practical for extended stays and multi-family bookings in a way that standard hotel rooms cannot
Cons
Sea grass and inconsistent water clarity affect portions of the private beach — not reliably pristine
Older Sable Palm and Silver Palm towers show maintenance wear; Sentry Tower receives consistently better condition reviews
Room service delivery fee per order is unexpected in an all-inclusive context — factor it into evening meal planning
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.
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, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa offers more activities.
"Partial ocean view" and even some "ocean view" rooms deliver disappointing sightlines — verify the specific building and floor before booking.
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.
