Sandals Overwater Bungalows: The Complete 2025 Guide
Everything you need to know about booking an overwater bungalow at Sandals — which resorts have them, what's included, how much they really cost, and whether they're worth the splurge.
Overwater bungalows have become the ultimate honeymoon status symbol — and Sandals offers some of the finest in the Caribbean. But with five resorts now offering them, and significant price differences between properties, how do you choose?
Which Sandals Resorts Have Overwater Bungalows?
- Sandals South Coast (Jamaica) — Jamaica's only overwater bungalows
- Sandals Royal Caribbean (Jamaica) — On a private offshore island
- Sandals Grande St. Lucian (St. Lucia) — First in St. Lucia, Piton views
- Sandals Grenada — Most acclaimed, highest guest ratings
- Sandals Curaçao — Newest, most architecturally stunning
What's Included in Every Overwater Bungalow?
- 24/7 personal butler service
- Glass floor panels for viewing marine life
- Private sun deck and hammock over the water
- Outdoor shower and soaking tub
- Complimentary room service and stocked bar
- Priority restaurant reservations
Sandals vs. Maldives: The Real Cost Comparison
The most common question we hear: 'Should we do Sandals or the Maldives?' When you factor in the all-inclusive model, the comparison changes dramatically. At Sandals, your $1,100-$1,400/night covers everything — food, drinks, all water sports, scuba diving, entertainment. In the Maldives, you'd pay $1,500-$4,000/night for the room alone, then $300-500/day for food.
Which Sandals OWB Resort Is Best?
Best overall: Sandals Grenada. The natural setting, the quality of the bungalows, and the dining are unmatched. Best beach + OWB combination: Sandals South Coast (2-mile private beach). Most exclusive: Sandals Royal Caribbean on its private offshore island. Newest and most design-forward: Sandals Curaçao.
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