Here’s why Sandals 2.0 in Jamaica will be worth the wait

MONTEGO BAY — It’s clear from the renderings that the ʻSandals 2.0’ renovations for Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Caribbean Cay (formerly Sandals Royal Caribbean) and Sandals South Coast will make the reopenings for these popular properties worth the wait.

Shuttered since October 2025 after Jamaica’s hit from Hurricane Melissa, with new reopening dates announced in March 2026, the three resorts are coming back better than ever with brand new room concepts, new dining venues and more, all to the tune of US$200 million.

“Jamaica is at the heart of the Sandals story, and these investments reflect our commitment to its future,” said Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman, Sandals Resorts. “For us, dreaming bigger wasn’t about adding more. It was about creating a Sandals 2.0 experience that also feels connected to our home. Every decision and detail was shaped by that idea. From new cuisines rooted in Jamaica’s traditions to spaces designed to reflect the island’s natural beauty, this next chapter is about building on that legacy and continuing to move the guest experience forward in a way that is not only elevated but evolved.”

Here’s a look …

Sandals Montego Bay

Reopening date: December 18, 2026

A transformed welcome experience sets the tone at the 255-room flagship property, with a lobby design framed by views of the Caribbean Sea. A completely redesigned main pool will serve as the social heart of the resort, complete with new swim-up accommodations and ocean-view suites. Culinary additions include the arrival of Buccan in its first waterfront setting in Jamaica, serving island favourites cooked over an open flame, as well as Jamaica’s first Scrimshaw seafood restaurant.

Bay Roc Rum Club, a signature rum experience, features hand-painted murals, memorabilia and creative cocktails. The space is inspired by the property’s origins as Bay Roc Hotel & Villas and the rise of Caribbean music. Also at Sandals Montego Bay, the Caribbean’s first-ever swim-up bar is part of Parisol Beach Club, where the original bricks, carved with decades of guest names, have been preserved as a tribute to the resort’s history.