Encanto Farm & Sea is genuinely excellent — not just by resort standards, but by Los Cabos dining standards generally; the tasting menu with Baja wine pairings is the meal of the trip
The 48-room scale means the pool and beach are never crowded; loungers are always available and staff learns your name within hours of arrival
December–April whale watching from the beach and suite terraces is the single best free activity available without a boat in Los Cabos
Cons
The beach is not swimmable — riptides and wave conditions make ocean entry genuinely dangerous, and the pool is the only safe water option; guests who didn't research this are consistently disappointed
98 steps to some rooms from beach level and limited elevator coverage means the property physically challenges guests with mobility issues or heavy luggage
One restaurant for the full stay is workable for 3–4 nights but starts to feel limiting by day five even with Chef Morales rotating the menu
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 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.
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.
