The Kids' Club has its own pool and beach-area pirate ship — the location and equipment are better than many Punta Cana competitors in this price range
Rebels Sports Bar's free arcade machines, pinball, and pool tables give older kids and teens a genuine evening option beyond the theater
Swim-out Junior Suites provide direct pool access from the terrace — children can move between room and water without parental logistics
The internal train gives access to the full Grand Bavaro Princess complex without walking long distances in the heat
Cons
Specialty à la carte restaurant reservations are consistently the most-cited frustration — guests who don't book immediately at check-in often find all slots taken
The beach is a 15-minute walk or short train ride from the Family Club buildings — not the same as having your sunbed outside your room
Complimentary wifi is inconsistent; the premium paid upgrade is effectively necessary if reliable internet matters
Room service carries an extra charge — unusual for a resort at this price point
Sandals Royal Barbados
Pros
The rooftop infinity pool is the Caribbean's first — an evening pool experience with ocean views that's unavailable at other Sandals properties
All-suite property means no standard rooms — every guest has suite-level accommodations
'Stay at One, Play at Two' with adjacent Sandals Barbados effectively doubles dining to 20+ restaurants and 10+ bars
15-minute transfer from Grantley Adams International Airport — one of the shortest Sandals arrivals in the Caribbean
Lovers Lanes bowling alley and craft beer bar are genuine novelties within the all-inclusive format
Cons
Maxwell Beach is a public beach — other hotel guests and persistent local vendors are present and regularly cited by guests
Lounge chair competition is consistent: early morning positioning is required for both the main pool and beachfront spots
Summary
Sandals Royal Barbados has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more restaurants, while Sandals Royal Barbados is the larger property.
