Photograph: Caribbean scenery — not Sandals Royal Curaçao.
Opened in 2022 at Santa Barbara on Curaçao's south coast, and one of the two strongest dive properties in the chain alongside Grenada. Curaçao sits outside the hurricane belt with famously clear water and reef close to shore, which is the main reason to pick it. The quirk that sets it apart is an included MINI Cooper rental — the resort actively expects you to leave and explore the island, unusual for an all-inclusive — alongside the Awa Seaside swim-up suites and a strong dining reputation. Scuba included for certified divers; dive boat slots fill quickly, so book on arrival. Worth filtering reviews by date: the resort had teething problems in its first year that have since been resolved.
Check dates on Booking.com- Guests
- Adults only (18+)
- Dining
- All-inclusive (premium)
- Diving
- House reef · Dive shop on-site · Diving included in rate · PADI courses available
- Diving, in detail
- One of the two strongest dive properties at Sandals. Clear water, reef close to shore, outside the hurricane belt. Dive boat slots fill fast — book on arrival.
- On site
- Swim-up bar
- Chain
- Sandals