7 Luxury Resort Amenities You Shouldn't Go Without


Forget squashed chocolates on your pillow. Forget instant coffee at your bedside. These days resorts and hotels are upping the stakes when it comes to accommodating their guests.

Luxury means something different now. The best suites in the world come complete with jaw-dropping amenities, from private plunge pools to personal butler service. So, if you want to embrace the peak of luxury on your next all-inclusive vacation, check out some of the most exciting and exclusive resort amenities that you won’t want to go without.

1. A Pool in the Sky

Nothing says luxury quite like a private pool that’s just for you. Enjoy the ultimate in peace and tranquility as you relax poolside, on the terrace of your own suite. Private plunge pools are available in Sandals Signature Suites, including the Regency La Toc, Grande St Lucian, Grande Antigua, Royal Barbados and more.

For the epitome of luxury when it comes to private pools, check out some of the Sandals Signature Suites featuring infinity-edge pools. Blurring the lines between crystal-clear oceans and the bright blue sky, these infinity pools really are a sight to behold. Find the suite pictured above in our SkyPool Suites at Sandals Grenada.

2. The Ultimate Bathtub For Two

Those planning a romantic getaway for an anniversary or honeymoon shouldn’t miss out on the ultimate bathtub, also known as our tranquility soaking tub. These tubs are situated on the terraces of some of our most exclusive suites, offering room for two to enjoy the pinnacle of relaxation.

Feast your senses as you enjoy breathtaking views while you sip champagne and soak in the tub, or close the privacy curtain for some time alone. It really is an experience like no other. Sandals Tranquility Tubs in the Sandals Signature Skypool suites as well.

3. See‐Through Glass Floors for Ocean Viewing

Overwater suites are often associated with exotic locations such as the Maldives, but now you can find them in the Caribbean too. The first overwater suites in the Caribbean are available at Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals South Coast and Sandals Grande St. Lucian. Not only do these suites offer something truly special when it comes to luxurious accommodations, they also come with one hugely exciting extra: see-through glass floors!

Gaze through the floors at the wonderful marine life and turquoise waters beneath you as you unwind in your unforgettable overwater suite. We guarantee it’ll make for a vacation you’ll never forget!

4. Over Water Hammocks

Nothing says relaxation quite like a hammock, and that’s why they’ve made their way onto our definitive list of luxury resort amenities. However, we’re not talking about ordinary hammocks here. At the most incredible resorts in the Caribbean, you can unwind in overwater hammocks, surrounded by crystal clear oceans.

Why not have a rum runner from your personal butler to enjoy as you relax away a lazy afternoon? It doesn’t get much more decadent than that. With our Signature Suites you can do exactly that.

5. Private Butler Service

The very best luxury resorts in the Caribbean pride themselves on their personal service, catering to their guests every whim, from serving ice cold drinks on the beach to making dinner reservations and booking pamper sessions at the Red Lane® Spa.

If you’re looking to take your next vacation up a notch, a private butler service could be just the thing you’re after.

Many of Sandals’ Caribbean resorts offer guests private butler service, so if you’d like to enjoy the ultimate in luxury why not book your next vacation at Sandals Resort?

6. Spectacular Beachfront Views

When you travel to a destination as beautiful as the Caribbean, we bet you’ll want to enjoy epic views of the world’s most impressive beaches, all day long. Views of the white sand beaches of the Caribbean come as standard at many of the region’s most luxurious resorts, and they don’t get much better than those offered at Sandals Signature Suites.

Guests of Sandals’ Millionaire Suites enjoy 180-degree beachfront views, as the suites are located at the summit of the resorts. So, whether you opt for a trip to Sandals Royal Barbados, Sandals Regency La Toc or Sandals Negril in Jamaica, you’ll enjoy jaw-dropping scenery from your own private terrace.

7. Swim-Up Suites

While having your own private pool is certainly luxurious, you might prefer instant access to your chosen resort’s pool - right from your terrace. Some of the finest resorts in the Caribbean offer guests the chance to swim right up to their suite, which certainly makes for an incredible vacation experience.

If a swim-up suite sounds right up your street, take a look at the Swim-Up Suites available across many Sandals Resorts.

How Do These Luxury Amenities Sounds To You?

With swim-up suites, private butler service, private infinity pools, see-through glass floors, romantic outdoor tranquility tubs, overwater hammocks and so much more to choose from, guests really are spoilt for choice when it comes to the most luxurious resort amenities on offer right now.

Sandals Signature Suites offer guests the pinnacle of luxury at several Caribbean locations. No matter which option you go for, one thing’s for certain: you won’t forget this vacation any time soon!

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Kylie Morrow

About Kylie Morrow

Born on the tropical island that is Saint Lucia affords a never-ending source of inspiration. In the past 13 years, Kylie loved to work with various newspapers, magazines and blogs in the Caribbean.