Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating
8.1
9.1
Star Rating
4.5
5.0
Room Count
470
257
Restaurants
6
10
Pools
13
5
Year Opened
—
2013
Year Renovated
—
2013
Features
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Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
Yes
Yes
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
No
No
Dining Comparison
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Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues
17
18
Included
15
17
Extra Charge
2
1
Room Comparison
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Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories
10
10
Suite Categories
7
6
Activities Comparison
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Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities
30
25
Included
26
22
Extra Charge
4
3
Pros & Cons
Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Pros
Sister-property access to Grand Riviera and Grand Sunset Princess gives dining variety that most 472-room adults-only resorts can't match
13 pools across the property mean there's almost always a quieter spot to retreat to
Adults-only (18+) policy is consistently enforced — the atmosphere is genuinely calmer than family-inclusive alternatives nearby
Walk-Out Oceanfront Suites offer direct beach access that most Riviera Maya properties don't provide at the suite level
Cons
Property opened 2014 with no documented major renovation — some guest reviews mention fixtures and soft furnishings that show age
The main buffet receives weaker reviews than the à la carte restaurants — plan most dinners at specialty venues
Sargassum seaweed on the beach is a seasonal reality; June–October carries the highest risk
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 Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa Resort - All Inclusive 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.
