Set on 50 lush acres within the quiet fishing neighborhood of White Home, Westmoreland, Sandals South Coast appears like a world of its personal. I spent 4 days and three nights right here in September—a wet month in Jamaica—however the showers hardly mattered. Between the butler service, limitless eating choices, and unforgettable sunsets, the resort greater than lived as much as its status.
The property is very large, with 380 rooms throughout 20 classes, but getting round is simple. Visitors in butler suites can hop a golf cart trip, and the resort just lately added complimentary grab-and-go bikes for anybody who needs to discover. I even seen that it’s changing into one thing of a health haven: company have been out strolling the scenic trails every morning, and there’s a full health middle, tennis, basketball, pickleball courts, and extra for many who wish to keep energetic.
Most watersports—from snorkeling to glass-bottom boat rides—are included, and my early-morning boat journey was each entertaining and academic. I realized so much about the area people, marine life, and the ocean itself, all whereas being blown away by how clear and calm the water was.
The resort itself fronts a large, powder-soft seaside with stunningly clear water, excellent for morning walks or lazy afternoons. Visitors can select from 4 freshwater swimming pools, 4 whirlpools, and even a devoted scuba pool for dive coaching.
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The meals
Meals is a significant spotlight, with 11 eating places, two meals vans, and a Jerk Shack. I managed to strive eight and was impressed by the variability. Jasmine’s, the Asian spot, rapidly turned a favourite (for the big parts!), whereas the sushi bar provided excess of customary rolls. Eleanor’s, a Pan-Caribbean restaurant, places artistic twists on Jamaican flavors—don’t miss the jerk satay and the pineapple coconut cheesecake. For drinks, Latitudes, the newly renovated over-water bar, is the place to be. Its hammocks and 10/10 sundown views pair completely with a rum punch.
My villa and workers
My keep in Villa 4119, a Rondoval Butler Villa with Non-public Pool, was pure luxurious. These round suites are Jamaica’s first of their variety and embody zero-entry swim-up entry, a Tranquility Soaking Tub for 2, and the longest swim-up pool within the Western Hemisphere. Inside, I discovered a king-size mattress, a spacious lavatory with a freestanding soaking tub, and a stocked bar with top-shelf liquor (Appletom rum, purple and white wines, whiskey, vodka, and so on).
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Singing workers greeted us on arrival with a welcome drink, setting a festive tone from the beginning. Our two butlers have been unimaginable—every of us acquired a customized cellphone to remain in contact with them, they usually dealt with all the pieces from reserving reservations and rescheduling plans to transporting us to dinner. For my companion’s birthday, they adorned the lavatory with roses and banners and even delivered a cake. When he felt unwell on our last evening, dinner arrived proper at our door with out hesitation.
Past the room and eating places, Sandals South Coast is virtually constructed for weddings. There’s a dreamy Over-the-Water Chapel, backyard areas, and loads of outside venues for ceremonies and receptions. Between strolls, company can pop into the resort store for souvenirs or browse the on-site jewellery retailer for one thing extra sparkly.
The leisure
Leisure exceeded expectations—we by no means had a boring evening. Every night introduced one thing totally different, from themed reveals to energetic music on the nightly bars. Neptune’s Seashore Bar saved the vitality excessive with a reside DJ and loads of dancing, whereas the Casablanca Martini Bar hosted enjoyable karaoke periods.
Friday’s beach-party evening was completely electrical! The Jamaican buffet was only the start—reside music had everybody swaying, and the leisure staff went all out, conserving the gang laughing and concerned with hilarious video games, surprises, and little prizes. Between the music, the enjoyable, and the nonstop vitality, the evening by no means had a boring second. Whether or not I used to be lounging in my non-public pool, strolling the paths, looking for keepsakes, or watching the solar set from Latitudes’ hammocks, I felt fully spoiled and a part of one thing unforgettable.
Rain or shine, Sandals South Coast proves why it’s considered one of Jamaica’s premier all-inclusive escapes: impeccable service, various eating, wedding-ready settings, and limitless methods to loosen up—or keep energetic—whereas soaking in these unforgettable Caribbean sunsets.
