Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating
7.8
9.1
Star Rating
4.0
5.0
Room Count
289
257
Restaurants
9
10
Pools
5
5
Year Opened
2017
2013
Year Renovated
2025
2013
Features
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Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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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Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues
22
18
Included
21
17
Extra Charge
1
1
Room Comparison
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Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories
11
10
Suite Categories
11
6
Activities Comparison
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Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities
27
25
Included
25
22
Extra Charge
2
3
Pros & Cons
Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Pros
Smugglers Cove is genuinely calm — much better swimming conditions than the Atlantic-facing beaches of northern Saint Lucia
Dorado Seafood & Grill is one of the few all-inclusive restaurants that meaningfully uses the local catch — Saint Lucia's fresh fish is worth seeking out
Casino del Mar on-site provides an evening option that neither Sandals property nearby offers
The Pitons, Sulphur Springs, and waterfall excursions from this location are among the best island experiences in the Caribbean — budget at least one day off-property
Cons
The resort has terrain variation — stairs and slopes between sections can be tiring for guests with mobility concerns or families with strollers
Some rooms are farther from the beach than the resort map suggests — ask specifically about beach proximity at booking
Renovations running August through December 2025 may affect some areas of the property during that period
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.
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort is the larger property, while Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort has more dining venues, while Royalton Saint Lucia, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort offers more activities.
"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.
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.
