Is an all-in-one Caribbean vacation your idea of a tropical escape? Want a destination with a less touristy crowd? Come and visit the beautiful island of St. Lucia. It boasts 240 square miles of stunning beaches and rich forests — the perfect setting for water- and land-based adventures. When you book a room at the best Sandals resort in St. Lucia, you can guarantee a remarkable stay on the island.
To help you answer your question about where to stay in St. Lucia, here’s a roundup of three top-rated all-inclusive properties from the resort chain.
This was our 2nd trip to Sandals Grande St. Lucian, and we are planning another trip next year. We were particularly happy with Lisa, the manager at Toscanini's, who made our stay and meals there a delight. We love to…
This was our 2nd trip to Sandals Grande St. Lucian, and we are planning another trip next year. We were particularly happy with Lisa, the manager at Toscanini's, who made our stay and meals there a delight. We love to sail the Hobbie Cats and Water Ski - Everton and Julius are so positive and helpful and love those guys. Can't say enough good things about this Sandals....
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jenniferpP1207WR
May 19, 2025
Gorgeous setting, beautiful resort, great staff and overall experience.
The resort and beach front, grounds and overall setting was beautiful. Staff members were extremely attentive and helpful. In particular Vincent (Sommelier) at Steakhouse on property and server Gania were fantastic and very client focused. The spa was relaxing and…
The resort and beach front, grounds and overall setting was beautiful. Staff members were extremely attentive and helpful. In particular Vincent (Sommelier) at Steakhouse on property and server Gania were fantastic and very client focused. The spa was relaxing and therapeutic. I had a wonderful body wrap by technician Janelle. She was terrific. Music was featured nightly, food at all restaurants was good. Guests of the Grande could visit and dine at LaToc and Halcyon as well. Highly recommended this vacation destination.
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KimEddie
May 18, 2025
Wow!
Grand St. Lucia. Every expectation met and beyond. Staff and managers will ensure the holiday will be magical. A dream holiday to be cherished. The location is fantastic, food exceptional. It’s worth spending a little more to stay at the…
Grand St. Lucia. Every expectation met and beyond. Staff and managers will ensure the holiday will be magical. A dream holiday to be cherished. The location is fantastic, food exceptional. It’s worth spending a little more to stay at the Grand as it has far more to offer than nearby Sandal resorts. Simply the best
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mitchellhI1365MM
May 16, 2025
Honeymoon at Sandals / PADI certification
We had a fantastic time and Rusty was an amazing scuba instructor. We were able to complete our open water PADI certification and try tons of water sports (windsurfing, hobbiecat, skiing, kneeboarding) during the trip. The staff was always helpful…
We had a fantastic time and Rusty was an amazing scuba instructor. We were able to complete our open water PADI certification and try tons of water sports (windsurfing, hobbiecat, skiing, kneeboarding) during the trip. The staff was always helpful and patient with teaching.
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3Ztravelers
May 15, 2025
Beautiful property
St. Lucia is gorgeous! Excellent property; great restaurants; staff is very friendly and helpful; highly recommended!
St. Lucia is gorgeous! Excellent property; great restaurants; staff is very friendly and helpful; highly recommended!
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It’s set on its own peninsula, offering a panoramic view of the Caribbean Sea, Rodney Beach, and majestic volcanic mountains
It takes pride as the sole resort with over-the-water bungalows on the island
Home to the Sandals Golf & Country Club at Cap Estate, designed by golf icon Greg Norman
Where Is Sandals Grande St. Lucian
Many vacationers consider it the best Sandals resort in St. Lucia. Sandals Grande St. Lucian is situated on its peninsula along the Pigeon Island Beach stretch. It serenely sits between the Caribbean Sea and Rodney Bay, which is said to have the calmest waters on the island.
What To Expect
Swim or try different watersports on the resort’s mile-long beach. Then, you can take a break by quietly observing yachts or indulging yourself in the resort’s beautiful vistas. The resort also has 12 restaurants to choose from (including an over-the-water one). At the end of the day, you can unwind at an over-the-water bungalow — a feature you can’t find elsewhere in St. Lucia.
Pros and Cons
The Pros
Postcard-worthy views and tranquil waters
Vibrant atmosphere
Close to the Pigeon Island National Landmark
The Cons
Extra fees for beach cabanas with concierge
Demands a lot of walking to explore the resort
Main pool can be too crowded
What Vacation Experiences It Offers
Sandals Grande St. Lucian is a paradise for the beach lover and the honeymooner. Its over-the-water amenities take you closer to calm St. Lucia waters than any other resort on the island. Besides the standard amenities, optional vacation experiences include a candlelight dinner, a Red Lane spa experience, and a land and catamaran cruise tour.
#SWADE 2025/ TO TECHLA/TO SHANDULLA/ TO SILVERIA AND TO THE REST OF THE STAFF THE SANDERS THANK YOU 4 everything!
Best wedding planners, Best drinks, Most comfortable beds, They clean your room twice a day! Honestly I have nothing to complain about. These other people complaining are crazy. We Love Hacylon. WE WILL BE BACK TO PARTYYYYYYY! #SWADE25..
Best wedding planners, Best drinks, Most comfortable beds, They clean your room twice a day! Honestly I have nothing to complain about. These other people complaining are crazy. We Love Hacylon. WE WILL BE BACK TO PARTYYYYYYY! #SWADE25..
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kellydF9018BO
May 19, 2025
The relaxing trip that we needed!
Ryan William and Angie from the Club Lounge made our stay feel like home! We found that Halcyon was quiet enough for relaxing and recharging, but we could head over to the pool or the bar if we wanted entertainment.…
Ryan William and Angie from the Club Lounge made our stay feel like home! We found that Halcyon was quiet enough for relaxing and recharging, but we could head over to the pool or the bar if we wanted entertainment. We loved being able to visit the other two resorts as well.
We can’t thank Ryan enough for treating us like family each time we saw him and to Angie for entertaining us with great music in the club lounge while we were making reservations for the week.
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WendyS877
May 19, 2025
One of our top 5 Sandals resorts.
We celebrated my husband's birthday at Sandals Halcyon in March 2025. It is now one of our favorite Sandals resorts. The resort was well maintained and immaculate. Every employee we encountered was very friendly and helpful. Out butlers Princess, Shervon…
We celebrated my husband's birthday at Sandals Halcyon in March 2025. It is now one of our favorite Sandals resorts. The resort was well maintained and immaculate. Every employee we encountered was very friendly and helpful. Out butlers Princess, Shervon and Viona were super attentive and made our stay wonderful. The servers at the quiet pool were constantly bringing drinks. Our room was incredible (Halcyon Shore House Butler Suite w/Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub). We were lulled to sleep every night by the ocean waves gently crashing just in front of our balcony. We definitely plan to come back again and again.
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brandonmF9073DM
May 18, 2025
Shenelle | Wonderful Service!
Shenelle went above and beyond to make our stay extremely pleasant. I would highly recommend! The entire staff is extremely kind. The island and the resort itself are beautiful, but the high quality level of service and care is unmatched!!
Shenelle went above and beyond to make our stay extremely pleasant. I would highly recommend! The entire staff is extremely kind. The island and the resort itself are beautiful, but the high quality level of service and care is unmatched!!
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tammycV8311CU
May 18, 2025
Great Vacation
We had a fabulous time. From the time we arrived until the time we left, we felt at home. Staff was nice and accommodating. We will definitely be back to this resort. Very laid back and relaxing. Vanessa from the…
We had a fabulous time. From the time we arrived until the time we left, we felt at home. Staff was nice and accommodating. We will definitely be back to this resort. Very laid back and relaxing.
Vanessa from the spa was fabulous!! Great massage!!!!
Nicole our cocktail waitress was the best. Always right there to refill our drink's.
Michelle at the loyalty desk was so helpful in helping us book our next vacations
Valine from the photoshop is so very sweet. She helped me download my photos that we purchased. Was eagerly willing to help in anyway.
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A quintessentially Caribbean resort with palm tree-laced, white sand beaches (some of the best beaches in St. Lucia)
It houses the longest pool in the Caribbean
Its roster of restaurants includes the over-the-water Kelly’s Dockside
Where Is Sandals Halcyon Beach
Sandals Halcyon Beach is close to its sister resort, Sandals Regency La Toc. It’s located off one of the busiest roads on the island, the Castries – Gros Islet Highway. Though it’s near such a thoroughfare, the adults-only resort is considered a true Garden Eden — thanks to its verdant scenery.
What To Expect
There’s a certain coziness that comes from this resort’s French-Caribbean-style, low-rise buildings. Surrounded by lush greenery and easy access to a pristine coastline, it’s hard to ignore this Caribbean oasis. Apart from having the Caribbean’s longest pool, it has six gourmet restaurants and seven bars touting distinctive and creative concepts.
Pros and Cons
The Pros
Beachfront swim-up suites
Laid-back vibe with French-Caribbean-style buildings
Plenty of outdoor space for lounging
The Cons
Near a busy road
Shuttle buses may arrive late
There could be stray cats
What Vacation Experiences It Offers
You’re sure to experience halcyon and relaxing days at Sandals Halcyon Beach. This resort is particularly appealing to honeymooners and couples on vacation. Further elevate your holiday with a Red Lane Spa Experience, a private candlelight dinner, or a Soufrière getaway.
We had the most amazing time here on our honeymoon! It was the perfect balance of relaxing and fun. We miss it already!
4.5/5 We just returned from our honeymoon! We had the most amazing time in St. Lucia! We stayed in one of the new Rondoval villas. Absolutely stunning! Modern, private, well equipped. The butler service was incredible. We have Thomas, Christian,…
4.5/5
We just returned from our honeymoon!
We had the most amazing time in St. Lucia!
We stayed in one of the new Rondoval villas. Absolutely stunning! Modern, private, well equipped.
The butler service was incredible. We have Thomas, Christian, and Ange. I cannot express how they made this great trip, AMAZING. They had the most positive attitude, always smiling, they almost anticipated all our needs and were happy to assist us with any of our requests and what they couldn’t do they provided alternative options. I can’t thank them enough for making our experience unforgettable in the most positive way.
Our experience was well worth the money!
The resort is beautiful. I understand what people say when they say it could use some updates, but don’t let that deter you. The grounds are beautiful, clean, and more traditional, but it’s clear they are making modern changes. I hope they don’t go too modern, just fix wear and tear. The resort feels more authentic, than other modern resorts we’ve been to.
The food was very good. My husband and I are Portuguese. We know good food. The sushi was great. Our food at Armando’s & kimonos was good. Buccan is the new family style restaurant by the Rondoval’s- it was PHENOMENAL. It was not like going to eat at a restaurant it was truly an experience, with multiple courses of traditional St. Lucian cuisine. You sit with other resort guest, great way to meet people. It is a MUST to visit!
The room service was alright- but very inconsistent..
Honestly, my husband and I are easy to please, especially when we are on a beautiful island.
There were some negative reviews I read and part of me thinks that the experience they had was more of a reflection of them not the resort. I would take negative reviews with a grain of salt, some people are hard to please. That being said, I do understand what some reviewers say about some of the wait staff not being friendly or acting like they didn’t want to serve you, but they still did. I think a lot of people are used to the friendly American customer service. it didn’t bother us. We still got served and when we were friendly to them they definitely matched our energy and we put a smile on their face (:
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T1127OTcristinac
May 19, 2025
Successful first night as newlyweds!
We are having an amazing experience so far at Sandals Regency La Toc. Our first night we went to Kimono for dinner. Our chef, Myers was amazing and super personable and funny. Our waitress Anicia was so polite and courteous.…
We are having an amazing experience so far at Sandals Regency La Toc. Our first night we went to Kimono for dinner. Our chef, Myers was amazing and super personable and funny. Our waitress Anicia was so polite and courteous. The food was absolutely delicious. Would highly recommend the experience!
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FarAway32505474017
May 19, 2025
Fun at Kimonos
Kimonos- Jean Claude the chef was very personable. The group of people did not know each other and were rather reserve. He got them to engage with each other, making it an enjoyable meal. Food was good. I believe all…
Kimonos- Jean Claude the chef was very personable. The group of people did not know each other and were rather reserve. He got them to engage with each other, making it an enjoyable meal. Food was good. I believe all had a really good time.😊😊😊
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R9896NIjessicam
May 19, 2025
Exceptional
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the hibachi restaurant. My husband even mentioned that this was the best hibachi we have had in a while. Jean Claude was superb! He kept the crowd alive and we had so much fun!…
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the hibachi restaurant. My husband even mentioned that this was the best hibachi we have had in a while. Jean Claude was superb! He kept the crowd alive and we had so much fun! 10/10 would recommend! When you go ask for Jean Claude!
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U9021HZbrandons
May 19, 2025
Fun, good food, and entertainment. Great cook. Very enjoyable to be around and kept the crowd involved and laughing best
Jean Claude was our chef tonight, give the guy a raise he did very well very entertaining and well mannered. Had lots of joke kept the crowd very involved even when we were all shy. Made great tasting food. Been…
Jean Claude was our chef tonight, give the guy a raise he did very well very entertaining and well mannered. Had lots of joke kept the crowd very involved even when we were all shy. Made great tasting food. Been to many hibachi style restaurants and he has been the best so far.
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Dubbed the Emerald of the Caribbean, courtesy of its crystal-clear emerald waters
Its hilltop Sunset Bluff Village suites offer unobstructed views of the ocean
Has a golf course with a difficult executive style
Where Is Sandals Regency La Toc
For a regal Caribbean holiday in St. Lucia, stay in the most glamorous resort on the island. Sandals Regency La Toc is set on the La Toc Estate — a stunning 220-acre land bestowed with lush tropical views. It’s a convenient five-minute drive from the island capital of Castries.
What To Expect
Consider Sandals Regency La Toc your home in the Caribbean. It has comfortable yet exquisitely designed suites, gorgeous scenery, and different amenities for different types of adventure. With its array of gourmet eateries, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled the world: Their cuisine offerings range from Italian and French to Asian and, of course, Caribbean. They have pools with cascading waterfalls and swim-up bar service, too!
Pros and Cons
The Pros
Elegant and romantic ambiance
Scenic, half-mile beach shaped like a crescent with sugar-like sands
Some suites have their own pool and butler
The Cons
Beach may have strong currents
Open-air amenities could have stray cats and birds
Rooms near the main pool can suffer from crowd noise
What Vacation Experiences It Offers
It’s the ultimate resort for adults dreaming of a romantic retreat. You can better enhance your holiday experience by having a private dinner under the stars, relaxing via Red Lane Spa, or booking a tour of the Soufrière, a town on the island’s west coast.
Similar to its Caribbean peers, St. Lucia offers many great beaches. And because it’s an island with a volcanic origin, it also has magnificent land formations, green vegetation, and lush rainforests for locals and tourists alike to explore. Here’s why you need to visit it at least once in your life:
It has a wealth of timeless natural beauty
It has friendly locals with a deep appreciation of their culture
It’s known for awesome West Indian cuisine (the island is called Helen of West Indies
You have plenty of amazing things to do in St. Lucia — whether it’s on water, on plain land, or up in the mountains
It offers great festivals and entertainment (e.g., St. Lucia Jazz Festival, St. Lucia Carnival, Fishermen’s Feast)
Why Stay At Sandals Resort St. Lucia?
If you’ve been reading up on guides, reviews, and St. Lucia travel tips, you’ve most likely encountered Sandals. The award-winning resort chain has three all-inclusive, adult-only resorts on the island, offering unlimited food and drinks, spacious rooms, and free WiFi.
An ideal accommodation for a Caribbean holiday in St. Lucia, every Sandals resort grants access to many amenities and activities — including scuba diving, snorkeling, tennis, and more. All three also let you enjoy two premier golf clubs: The Sandals Golf Club at Sandals Regency La Toc and Sandals Golf & Country Club at Cap Estate.
You can enjoy round-trip transfers across the three resorts and expand your getaway options with their Stay at One, Play at Three Exchange Program. This makes your Caribbean getaway even more cost-effective and efficient.
Best Sandals Resort In St. Lucia: Conclusion
Searching for the best Sandals resort? Your choice comes down to three options: Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Regency La Toc, and Sandals Halcyon Beach.
Each has its own charm and characteristic. Choose Halcyon Beach for that classic Caribbean atmosphere. Opt for La Toc if you want to stay in a resort enveloped by an unmistakably elegant and idyllic atmosphere. For painting-like scenes and calm waters, go to St. Lucian.
But if you can’t decide which is the best Sandals resort in St. Lucia, you’re in for a treat. Sandals have a Stay at One, Play at Three Exchange Program — allowing you to get the best of these three tropical gems.
About The Author
Jim is the founder of EpicCaribbean.com. As a Sandals & Beaches Resorts Chairman's Club Diamond Elite travel advisor, he is an expert in all inclusive travel to Sandals adult-only resorts and Beaches family-friendly resorts.