Is Sandals Royal Caribbean all-inclusive?

Yes, Sandals Royal Caribbean is a luxury all-inclusive resort. Your stay includes unlimited gourmet dining at 9 restaurants, unlimited premium spirits and wines at 5 bars, stocked in-room bars, access to a private offshore island, extensive water sports (like SCUBA diving and snorkeling), land sports, entertainment, airport transfers from MBJ, tips, taxes, and gratuities. You also enjoy exchange privileges with Sandals Montego Bay.

What are the things to do at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

Enjoy the resort's private offshore island (accessible via complimentary water taxi) featuring a Thai restaurant, pool, and secluded beaches. Participate in included water sports like SCUBA diving, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and Hobie Cat sailing. Relax by one of 8 pools or 6 whirlpools, play tennis or croquet, or visit the fitness center. Indulge at the Red Lane® Spa (treatments extra). Evenings offer diverse dining, live entertainment, and themed parties. Plus, you can visit Sandals Montego Bay via a complimentary shuttle.

What are some of the popular excursions at Sandals Royal Caribbean?

Popular excursions near Montego Bay include bamboo rafting on the Martha Brae River, visiting the Ras Natango Gallery and Garden, exploring the Luminous Lagoon at night, swimming with dolphins, and taking catamaran cruises. Island Routes, the official tour provider, offers these and many other options. Booking in advance is recommended.

What airport do you fly into for Sandals Royal Caribbean?

Guests fly into Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The resort is very close to the airport, and complimentary roundtrip transfers are included.

How far is Sandals Royal Caribbean from the airport?

Sandals Royal Caribbean is conveniently located just 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from Sangster International Airport (MBJ). The complimentary transfer takes only about 10-15 minutes. Select top-tier suites include complimentary private BMW transfers.

Is Sandals Royal Caribbean couples-only?

Yes, Sandals Royal Caribbean is an adults-only resort designed exclusively for couples in love. It offers a romantic ambiance perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, or a special escape.

What's the location of Sandals Royal Caribbean, and how do I reach the resort?

Sandals Royal Caribbean is located at Mahoe Bay on Kent Avenue in Montego Bay, Jamaica. After arriving at Sangster International Airport (MBJ), you'll take a short, complimentary transfer to the resort. For detailed directions, you can find Sandals Royal Caribbean on Google Maps. For inquiries or reservations, call 1-888-SANDALS (1-888-726-3257).

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A Resort at the Heart of Everything

Sandals Royal Caribbean is an escape from the ordinary in more ways than one. On the main resort, you’ll find English charms served with a Jamaican twist — like afternoon tea and games of pickup croquet. On the private island just a boat ride away, tropical influences come together for an experience that feels out of this world.

Sandals Royal Caribbean will reopen May 30, 2026
Following Hurricane Melissa, Sandals Royal Caribbean is temporarily closed and will reopen May 30, 2026. In the meantime, consider visiting Sandals Royal Plantation, an intimate all-butler resort set on a private cove beach, or Sandals Negril on Jamaica’s famous Seven Mile Beach. Both resorts reopen on December 6, 2025. Alternatively, consider Sandals Halcyon Beach in Saint Lucia, a laidback Caribbean escape.

Eat and Drink
- Nine specialty restaurants, from Thai to Jamaican jerk
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
- Bottomless top-shelf spirits
- Five bars, including a swim-up bar
- In-room minibars stocked with wines and local beers
- Unlimited Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks^® Wines
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- Private offshore Island
- Scuba for certified divers
- Eight pools and six whirlpools
- Hobie Cats, paddleboards, and kayaks
- Snorkeling and equipment
- Land sports, including croquet
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- Day and night entertainment, including live shows
No worries
- All taxes and gratuities
- Water taxi transfers to offshore island
- Airport Lounge upon arrival
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Wi-fi in all public areas and every guest room

You own paradise
At Sandals Royal Caribbean

From over-the-top Overwater Bungalows to alluring Swim-Up Suites, Sandals Royal Caribbean invites you to explore — but the suites invite you to stay.

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Endless dining choices
At Sandals Royal Caribbean

The Caribbean is a treat for your senses, and we make sure it’s a feast for your taste buds, too. Our talented local chefs serve up both island favorites and global flavors. With nine restaurants and five bars at Sandals Royal Caribbean, there’s something to satisfy every craving.

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Overwater Villas and Bungalows

Connect with the rhythms of the Caribbean Sea in these over-the-top accommodations located just off the resort's private island.

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Private Offshore Island

Just a sea breeze away, Sandals Island features exclusive amenities and secluded retreats.

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Stay at 1, Play at 2

Savor even more restaurants and bars at nearby Sandals Montego Bay with complimentary round-trip transportation.

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Book a Local Adventure

Follow your curiosity on an island excursion led by knowledgeable professional guides who call the region home.

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Scuba Included for Certified Divers

Explore the world beneath the sea with the Caribbean’s most comprehensive scuba program, including the best equipment and staff — and dive sites you’ll never forget.

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Experience the Red Lane^® Spa

Enjoy restorative, individualized treatments rooted in Caribbean tradition and inspired by the region’s beauty.

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Jamaica

Non-Stop Flights to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)

Gateway	Airline	Schedule	Duration
Chicago (ORD)	American Airlines	Daily	4hr 10min
Miami (MIA)	American Airlines	Daily	1hr 43min
New York City (JFK)	Caribbean Airlines	Daily	3hr 45min

Start the day with a breakfast near the ocean and walk the white sand beach. Order your favorite cocktail at the swim-up bar and float around in the Caribbean Sea. Get a massage at the spa, or go on a scuba dive adventure and try out one of the water sports available. In the evening, have yourself a romantic dinner at one of Sandals Royal Caribbean's restaurants and marvel at Jamaica's beautiful sunsets from the private offshore island. End the day with world-class entertainment and live music.

The top attractions near Sandals Royal Caribbean are the Martha Brae river and Ras Natango Gallery and Garden, make sure to visit both during your stay! Island Routes offers a Martha Brae bamboo river rafting excursion, which is worth checking out. Other popular excursions include the luminous lagoon experience, swimming with dolphins, and the reggae sunset catamaran cruise. Book in advance to ensure availability.