Honeymoon Review
Sandals Royal Barbados [2026]
Maxwell Beach, Christ Church, Barbados
Our Verdict
Sandals Royal Barbados pushes architectural boundaries with cantilevered sky pools, a rooftop restaurant/bar/pool, and the largest glass-fronted infinity pool in the Eastern Caribbean. The Rolls Royce airport transfers are a nice touch.
Quick Facts
Rooms
338
Room Categories
22
Acres
Beachfront
Airport
15 min from Grantley Adams International (BGI)
What Makes Royal Barbados Different
Cantilevered Sky Pool
The Beachfront Skypool Butler Suite features a private pool that cantilevers over the building's edge.
Rooftop Everything
First rooftop restaurant, bar, pool, and whirlpool in the entire Sandals portfolio.
Rolls Royce Transfers
Select suites include Rolls Royce airport transportation.
Best Room Categories for Honeymooners
Beachfront Skypool Butler Suite (BSKY)
Beachfront Prime Minister Suite (B1PP)
What's Included (All-Inclusive Breakdown)
Included
- 9 restaurants + 11 via exchange
- Rooftop bar & pool
- Infinity pool
- Scuba diving
- WiFi
- Tips & taxes
What Costs Extra
- Spa treatments
- Off-resort excursions
Honest Assessment — Pros & Cons
Best For
Luxury honeymooners wanting innovative architecture, sky pools, rooftop dining, and Rolls Royce transfers.
Skip If
You want overwater bungalows or a more traditional resort experience.
How Royal Barbados Compares
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better — Sandals Barbados or Royal Barbados?+
Royal Barbados is the more premium property with innovative suites and rooftop amenities. Sandals Barbados is slightly more affordable. Both share exchange privileges.
Resources for Planning Your Royal Barbados Trip
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Luxury honeymooners wanting innovative architecture, sky pools, rooftop dining, and Rolls Royce transfers.