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.
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.
Sandos Finisterra All Inclusive
Pros
The 1968 clifftop location gives genuinely panoramic views of both the Pacific and Cabo Bay from rooms and the Whale Watchers Bar — a visual experience that newer, lower-elevation resorts can't match.
Downtown Cabo San Lucas is walkable — restaurants, the marina, nightlife, and shops are accessible without paying for a cab every time.
Whale season (December–April) makes the Whale Watchers Bar genuinely useful — humpbacks breach within visible range.
Cons
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Sandos Finisterra All Inclusive is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa offers more activities.
The Pacific beach is not swimmable due to strong currents — this applies to all of Cabo San Lucas beach but surprises guests who don't research in advance.
The clifftop architecture means some buildings are connected by steep pathways — guests with mobility limitations should ask about elevator access and room location at booking.
45-minute airport transfer from SJD is standard but the arrival taxi or shuttle situation in Cabo can be chaotic — pre-book transfers.
