I recently had the pleasure of a visit to Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay, Jamaica. What a wonderful experience! The resort is beautiful.
Sandals Royal Caribbean is the only Sandals Resort in Jamaica to boast a private, off-shore island. It is about a 5 minute boat ride, provided by Sandals, of course. The Island is perfect for a little quiet time; away from the rest of the resort…the beach is very nice with beach beds, lounge chairs and umbrellas. There is a bar available, just a few steps from the beach, so you won’t get thirsty! At night, the Dragon Boat will transport you to the Royal Thai Restaurant. Ala Carte dining under the stars! The food is great, too! If you get there a little early for your reservation or want to stay a little longer, the waiting area is complete with lounge chairs and fire pits! Very romantic!
Sandals Royal Caribbean is one of only 3 Sandals Resorts with swim-up suites! Sandals Negril and Sandals Grande St. Lucian also include swim-up suites. If you dream of walking off your patio right into the water, the Crystal Lagoon Suites are for you! Not only do you have the pleasure of accessing the pool right from your suite, you will also be pampered with Butler Service!
If you prefer the Caribbean Sea to the pool, you will love the Royal Water’s Edge suites. These wonderfully situated suites are on the water’s edge, with an oversized patio or balcony. And you will have all the pampering you need with Butler Service!!
Of course, there are lots of options if you prefer to forgo the Butler Service! Many of the Concierge level and Standard level rooms have beautiful beach and ocean views. But remember this is Jamaica, and the garden views are magnificent! And you have the added perk of the sweet fragrances of the flowers.
Because Sandals Royal Caribbean has a British Theme, the resort hosts an authentic British-style tea, every afternoon. The Cricketer’s Pub also gives you a taste of Britain with Shepard’s pie, fish and chips, and bangers and mash!
In all, Sandals Royal Caribbean has 8 different dining options, from pizza to French cuisine, from Jamaican Jerk chicken to hamburgers and hot dogs. In addition to the 8 restaurants at Sandals Royal Caribbean, you will have access to 11 more dining options at Sandals Montego Bay
and Sandals Carlyle Inn. Transportation between the 3 resorts is complimentary! Since all meals and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are included at Sandals, suffice to say: you will not go hungry or have a chance to become thirsty!
Entertainment is also included at Sandals Resorts, and Sandals Royal Caribbean has some great events lined up! From an “All White Fantasy Party”, to a “Show your Stuff Talent Show” (including guests and staff); to a Beach Party…fun is the name of the game. Then there’s the Reggae Fest, and the Chocolate buffet, and the Island Romance Night! Wine and Cheese parties!
Water sports are also included at Sandals Resorts. These include Hobie Cats, Standing Paddle Boards, Glass Bottom Boats, windsurfing, kayaking! Snorkeling enthusiasts will love the snorkeling opportunities. Each day, usually 2 or 3 times a day, guests are taken by boat to several different snorkel sites. Your equipment is included, too! If you are a certified SCUBA diver…you are really going to love this….the diving is included too. As with the snorkeling you will be transported to different sites each day, so you can explore all that the Jamaica underwater has to offer. Again, equipment is included. If you are not certified, a Discover Scuba Diving course for beginners is available, as well, at an addition cost.
As I indicated above, Sandals Royal Caribbean guests have full access to the other two Sandals Resorts in Montego Bay: Sandals Montego Bay and Sandals Carlyle Inn. But there is so much to do at Sandals Royal Caribbean….who would want to leave?
If this sounds like your perfect honeymoon, anniversary, or couples getaway, destination, please contact Totem Travel. We have 3 Certified Sandals Specialists, Royal Chairman’s Club Members, on staff. We have been to all of the resorts, and have stayed at most of them! We are happy to help you narrow down your room options, based on your wish list!
Email me at sandi@totemtravel.com, or my coworkers at linda@totemtravel.com or patty@totemtravel.com. If you prefer, our phone number is 425-821-4100, or 1 800-321-7907. For your convenience, you can also book on–line!