Overall, Sandals Resorts tend to be more expensive than Beaches Resorts on a per-person basis. This is partly because Sandals Resorts offer a more luxurious experience, with higher-end amenities and accommodations like swim-up suites and bungalows.
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Sandals is a diverse collection of 18 of Earth's most idyllic Luxury All Inclusive resorts. Sandals is a uniquely romantic vacation for couples in love looking to get away from it all and to just be with each other.
On average, a 5-night stay at Sandals can cost about $2800 to $4800, and a 7-night stay at Sandals can cost from $4000 to $8500 per couple. There are more expensive resorts and suites, but the average booking is around $6400 for a couple.
One way to save money on a Sandals resort is to travel during the off-season. The off-season is typically from late April to mid-June and then from late August to early November. Rates will be lower during this period, and you can often find great deals.
While the beaches at Sandals resorts may be public or private depending on the resort, it is rare to see anyone on those beaches who is not a Sandals guest. Exceptions to this would be at Sandals Negril in Jamaica, Sandals Grande Antigua, and Sandals Barbados and Royal Barbados.
Keep You From OverheatingWhen you walk across the beach, your foot sinks into the sand, which can quickly overheat your feet if you're wearing shoes. Sneakers don't give your feet much room to breathe. Wearing sandals keeps your feel cool, which can make your beach day much more enjoyable.
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.
Members must have 70 paid nights to be awarded their Free Week Certificate to any Sandals or Beaches. Complimentary, unpaid nights do not count towards the free week. The Free Week certificate is awarded at the weekly Loyalty Dinner.
If you are wondering which Sandals resort is the most affordable, here is your answer: Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Jamaica is the most affordable Sandals resort, starting at just $243 per person per night. Sandals Negril in Jamaica is also one of the cheapest Sandals resorts, at $266 per person per night.
Sandals Resorts are adult-only properties, and you'll find a strong focus on couples vacations. This means that rooms are priced for double occupancy, and boast one king-sized bed.