Sandals Royal Plantation All Inclusive - Couples Only

This was a special offer for September from the UK. We know the diving can be better in other countries but we were interested in this resort as it is small and Butler only suites. It is not for those who like a party atmosphere or large swim-up pools but suited us and like-minded 'oldies'. Service and quality of restaurants are excellent and we would happily revisit even without the diving. We were also very lucky to be here on the occasion of turtles being released from their nest.

Our 3rd trip ‘home’ and it didn’t disappoint! So much to say about this beautiful resort that I don’t know where to start! The grounds, the accommodation, the staff - all are exceptional. We stayed in a royal monarch room and although we didn’t get the floor we requested we were happy with our room. All the rooms we’ve stayed in so far have been lovely. They have recently had a little facelift too which is nice but kept the traditional Caribbean style which we love about Royal Plantation. Our housekeepers kept our room beautifully clean and our bed was turn-downed every night. We had Alrick and Adrian aka Biggs again for butlers as requested and they were again fabulous, nothing was too much trouble. The staff is really what puts this property above and beyond, to mention a few - Sherika and Stephanie at breakfast who really looked after us also Vanya with her conversation and smile. The beach butler’s Daniello and Trevardo who made sure you always had a cool drink! Those mango Daiquiris were delicious! And the always smiling Garnet in the wobbly peacock who when they didn’t have any st Germain liqueur for a Hugo spritz he made me a delicious alternative drink which we named the Becci Spritz haha! It was sooo good! Also Junior and Tressel ( sp could be wrong! ) always looking after us. Another mention was the chef Leroy - he cooked the best steak down at The Grill one night, omg it was better than what we had in the French restaurant! It was lovely to see the fabulous GM Omar again, still bossing it as GM still remembering every guests name wow! Also Marvin and Wayne doing great jobs. Food was all pretty good, service a little slow at times in the French restaurant, maybe under staffed. But didn’t affect our enjoyment of the meal. I do think maybe a rotation each week on menus could be good as if staying for longer than a week menus can feel a bit limited. The same with the entertainment, I do think that this is one area that needs to be addressed at RP - it’s very limited and predictable. Yes I know you can go other to Ochi etc to the rabbit hole but RP is beautiful and honestly we would rather have better entertainment there than have to go to Ochi. The entertainment staff seems to have lost a bit of their sparkle and feels like they are going through the motions a little. We did the blue mountain biking and hiking trip which really enjoyed but it’s a long day and drive so just be prepared and we were also lucky enough to be there for a turtle release! A bucket list experience for sure ! We have rebooked for 2027 and I’m missing my morning mimosa and that beautiful view already! Oh talking of views my other moan why do the catamarans have to be moored up in front of the hotel?! It really ruins the view when sitting on the beach or dock and especially at sunset just a little gripe. We used club Kingston on both arrival and departure and it’s a must in my opinion. Transfers were smooth and pretty quick despite the distance to ho

It's not the building, views, or even the food that keep us coming back. We just completed our sixth stay here over the past 15 years and some of the same employees are still there. Getting to know the staff is truly the best part. The managers, Omar and Marvin, are running this place as if it was their own home. Always checking on guests by name, checking the food, and really caring about the experience. You will certainly find prettier rooms with fancy bathrooms all over the Caribbean, but you'll never find better hospitality and personalized service. If you want anything all, just ask. They'll do it! Special lunch? Unique drink? Just ask! They even provided coffee beans in my room so I could grind my own coffee. Those little touches make all the difference in the world.

An amazing stay at SRP, it was bliss from the first welcoming smile to the final wave and goodbye song. Exceptional resorts need exceptional Managers to guide and lead and GM Omar excels at this, he is so hard working and he runs a tight ship. He doesn’t just manage he gets stuck in doing tasks around the resort and his hard work and dedication filter down through all his hard working and smiling staff. A special mention has to go to our 2 outstanding Butlers Adrian and Alrick, the Double AA team. They were the team that just made everything extra special for us, day in day out. We’ve never had personal Butlers before and now we are already worrying how our next vacation will be if we don’t have them as they had such a massive positive impact on us! Food, service and drinks are were all great, you’d never be without a silver tray served drink in your hand, whether by the pool, beach or bar. The resort is in pristine condition and the plentiful flowers and plants look beautiful as you walk around. Downsides? We came here directly from another Sandals down the road which is ultra modern, so the rooms at SRP looked slightly dated but they are in great clean condition and of a generous size. SRP feels like a boutique country club hotel, it’s unique and has won a special place in our hearts.

OMG. Omar has upped the game on this resort. Everyone is so pleasant, polite and happy, they all treat you like an extended part of their family. They all go above and beyond, nothing is to much trouble. It’s was great to see a few familiar faces from our previous stays, Marvin, Lorna and Marcie. Also great to meet new faces to, Sequoia who was excellent company during our signature return guest dinner. Every good ship needs a great captain, behind him he needs a great crew, I believe that is what’s happening here. It’s well worth a visit

We had a wonderful time at our Manor Side Villa. The accommodations were beautifully appointed with a wonderful view of the sea. Our butlers, LaDana and Jason, attended to every detail for us. It was our 45th wedding anniversary and could not have been more wonderful. The spa services were great, as well. We would highly recommend this resort.