Destination Inclusive® off-property cultural excursions are genuinely included and organized—the most distinctive all-inclusive offering in Bali.
Reopened February 2026 after 1.5 years of renovation—everything is new.
Kopi Petani uses Kintamani beans: one of the few resort coffee shops in Bali worth actually visiting.
The Reserve adults-only section's lobster roll at the pool bar is an unusually specific and well-reviewed inclusion.
Cons
Nusa Dua is geographically isolated from Seminyak and Ubud—guests who want Bali's nightlife or cultural scene will need transport beyond the included excursions.
Specialty restaurants all require advance reservations—with six dinner options, slots can fill by day two in peak season.
Premium alcoholic beverages (above the standard tier) are at a discounted rate, not free.
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 Paradisus by Meliá Bali 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.
