Can you bring pool floats to Sandals?

Sure, you are definitely welcome to bring anything that will enhance your stay.



You are generally allowed to bring your own pool floats to Sandals Resorts, but there are a few practical considerations to keep in mind for 2026. While the resorts do not officially ban them, they do not provide air pumps for personal inflatables, so you should bring a small battery-operated or manual pump if you don't want to inflate them yourself. Most Sandals properties feature large "Main Pools" and quieter "South Seas" or "Crystal Lagoon" pools; using a massive, oversized float in a crowded main pool might be discouraged by staff if it obstructs other guests' movement. Additionally, Sandals is an adults-only, luxury-oriented brand, so very whimsical or "child-like" floats might feel a bit out of place compared to the more sophisticated loungers provided by the resort. Many regular guests recommend bringing high-quality, packable mesh floats that take up minimal luggage space. It is also important to note that you are responsible for removing your float from the water at the end of the day; any items left floating overnight may be collected by the grounds crew during their nightly pool cleaning and maintenance routines.

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Hang Storage Hooks Whether mounted on the side of a fence, the wall of a shed, or inside the garage, a few intentionally placed hooks create an ideal situation for round pool float storage. If used frequently throughout the summer, pool floats should be stored in a spot that's easily accessible.

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Having traveled to a number of Sandals Resorts, the majority of the guests are in the range of 30 to 40. My wife and I are in our 60's and feel very comfortable there. We always meet couples in their late 40's through 50's. there is always a nice older crowd, but that is the smaller crowd as a percent of guests.

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Most floats can be solid and resistant enough to hold on the entire summer, but if you take care of them, they will last for years and years. So, check these recommendations: Don't leave floats in the sun too long. Prolonged exposure to the sun's rays can fade and crack your pool floats.

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Most resorts let you bring in your own floatie's.. We usually buy a few cheapie ones in Cancun to use because of the weight of the plastic floats in your suitcase. Last trip (Punta Cana) we brought two from home and put them in our carry-on bag. At the end of our trip we past them on to people we met at the resort..

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Your all-inclusive resort will serve you drinks, but they will most likely come in small plastic cups that leave you heading to the bar for refills all day long. By bringing a Yeti along for your getaway, you'll keep your drinks icy cold while having to ask for fewer refills overall.

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All-inclusive vs Half-board Some half-board hotels will offer breakfast and lunch, but not dinner, or snacks and drinks. This pales in comparison when paired with all-inclusive resorts where unlimited any-time drinks, meals, and snacks are part of the vacation package.

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The tipping policy at Sandals resorts says that most Sandals staff are not to be tipped, because their tips are part of your all-inclusive rate. In fact, if they are caught receiving tips, they could be fired, so be aware of this.

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