Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating
6.5
9.1
Star Rating
4.0
5.0
Room Count
313
257
Restaurants
3
10
Pools
3
5
Year Opened
2012
2013
Year Renovated
—
2013
Features
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Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
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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Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues
16
18
Included
14
17
Extra Charge
2
1
Room Comparison
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Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories
8
10
Suite Categories
0
6
Activities Comparison
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Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities
26
25
Included
25
22
Extra Charge
1
3
Pros & Cons
Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Pros
Punta Sal offers genuinely warm Pacific water year-round (24–28°C) — rare on the South American Pacific coast, which is cold almost everywhere else
Six pool configurations mean there's almost always a quiet option even at full occupancy
All-Inclusive Plus tier resolves most of the standard package's friction points — minibar, private pool, preferential reservations, and Wi-Fi in one upgrade
Cons
Main buffet dining is inconsistent — the resort's own tiered system essentially acknowledges this by routing Plus guests to preferential à la carte access
The 19-module layout means some rooms are a long walk from the beach and pools — module location matters, request proximity at booking
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.
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.
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Royal Decameron Punta Sal Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center offers more activities.
