Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton
Our Rating
8.2
8.3
Star Rating
5.0
5.0
Room Count
222
457
Restaurants
21
10
Pools
11
4
Year Opened
2017
2016
Year Renovated
2021
2019
Features
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Sandals Royal Barbados
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton
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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Sandals Royal Barbados
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton
Total Venues
26
19
Included
26
19
Extra Charge
0
0
Room Comparison
Metric
Sandals Royal Barbados
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton
Room Categories
12
18
Suite Categories
12
18
Activities Comparison
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Sandals Royal Barbados
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton
Total Activities
24
24
Included
18
16
Extra Charge
6
8
Pros & Cons
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
Service at restaurants and bars is noted as slower than expected given the pricing — allow extra time for meals
The scale of the combined Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados property means it's a larger, more crowded operation than quieter Sandals resorts
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton
Pros
Hilton Honors points earning adds meaningful value for frequent travelers who accumulate points across hotel stays.
The Sip, Savor & See program is a genuine bonus — access to sister AMR Collection properties nearby expands the culinary range beyond what any single resort offers.
Juanillo Beach remains one of the most genuinely uncrowded upscale beaches in Punta Cana's eastern corridor.
18 room categories give more booking precision than most resorts — you can target exactly the combination of view, size, and swim-out you want.
Cons
The minibar is a persistent minor complaint — it's small and minimally stocked by default; call ahead to request specific items.
Swim-out rooms collect moisture and mosquitoes faster than elevated categories — the trade-off is real and worth knowing before booking.
Summary
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more restaurants, while Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa, by AMR Collection, an All-Inclusive Resort by Hilton is the larger property, while Sandals Royal Barbados has more dining venues.
