Sandals Emerald Bay: Great Exuma’s All-Inclusive Golf & Spa Paradise
Set along a pristine one-mile stretch of beach in Great Exuma, Sandals Emerald Bay brings the brand’s signature luxury all-inclusive experience to one of the Bahamas’ most spectacular Out Islands. This couples-only resort combines world-class golf, award-winning spa facilities, and exceptional dining with the unspoiled natural beauty of the Exumas, creating an exclusive paradise where romance and adventure flourish in equal measure.
Exuma’s Premier Luxury Destination
Sandals Emerald Bay occupies 500 acres of pristine beachfront property, offering an exclusive retreat that feels worlds away from everyday life. The resort’s location in Great Exuma provides access to the stunning Exuma Cays, famous for swimming pigs, pristine beaches, and some of the clearest waters in the Caribbean. This setting combines the Sandals all-inclusive luxury with the authentic charm and natural wonders of the Bahamas Out Islands.
The property’s design reflects sophisticated island elegance, with colonial-inspired architecture featuring white columns, shuttered windows, and tropical landscaping that creates an atmosphere of refined relaxation. The resort’s layout maximizes ocean views and beach access while maintaining intimate spaces for romantic moments, striking the perfect balance between grand resort amenities and secluded couple’s retreat.
Luxurious Suites with Butler Service
Sandals Emerald Bay exclusively offers suite accommodations, each designed to provide couples with spacious, elegant retreats. Many suites include Sandals’ signature butler service, with trained professionals attending to every detail from unpacking and pressing clothes to arranging private beach dinners and drawing aromatherapy baths. These butlers become personal concierges, ensuring each couple’s stay exceeds expectations.
Suite categories range from beachfront walk-outs with direct sand access to spectacular Sky Pool Suites featuring private infinity pools overlooking the ocean. Interiors showcase contemporary Caribbean design with custom furnishings, marble bathrooms with soaking tubs and rain showers, and private balconies or patios perfect for sunset viewing. The attention to romantic details, from four-poster beds to stocked bars, creates atmospheres designed for love.
Championship Golf at Greg Norman Design
The resort’s Greg Norman-designed championship golf course ranks among the Caribbean’s finest, offering 18 holes of challenging play with spectacular ocean views. The course winds through tropical landscape and along the coastline, with six oceanfront holes providing both visual drama and strategic challenges. Emerald Reef, the signature hole, requires a precise shot over Caribbean waters to reach the peninsula green.
Complimentary green fees for resort guests include golf carts and unlimited play, while the pro shop offers equipment rentals and professional instruction. The course’s practice facilities include a driving range and putting green, allowing players to perfect their game in paradise. Post-round refreshments at the clubhouse provide opportunities to relive the day’s best shots while overlooking the course and ocean.
Culinary Excellence Without Limits
Sandals Emerald Bay’s eleven restaurants showcase the brand’s commitment to culinary excellence without reservations or restrictions. Il Cielo, the resort’s signature restaurant, presents gourmet Italian cuisine in an elegant setting with ocean views. Kimonos offers authentic Japanese cuisine including sushi and teppanyaki, while Dino’s provides casual pizzeria-style dining. Each restaurant maintains distinct ambiance and specialized menus prepared by trained chefs.
The resort’s beachfront restaurants capitalize on the stunning location, with barefoot elegance at the Beach House and fresh seafood at Schooners. The Manor House serves international cuisine in the resort’s most elegant setting, while multiple bars and lounges offer premium spirits and creative cocktails throughout the property. Room service provides 24-hour dining options for couples preferring private meals on their suite balconies.
Red Lane Spa Sanctuary
The Red Lane Spa at Sandals Emerald Bay represents the pinnacle of Caribbean spa experiences, with 17 treatment rooms including beachfront cabanas and couples’ suites. The 26,000-square-foot facility offers European-style treatments alongside Caribbean-inspired therapies, utilizing both cutting-edge techniques and traditional healing practices. Signature couples’ treatments synchronize relaxation, allowing partners to share wellness experiences.
Beyond traditional spa services, the facility includes Turkish steam baths, plunge pools, and relaxation areas designed for pre and post-treatment tranquility. The spa’s holistic approach extends to yoga and Pilates classes held in oceanfront pavilions, meditation sessions on the beach, and wellness consultations that create personalized programs for each guest. This comprehensive wellness offering appeals to couples seeking rejuvenation alongside romance.
Water Adventures in Exuma’s Clear Waters
Sandals Emerald Bay’s beachfront location provides access to some of the Caribbean’s most spectacular waters, with complimentary water sports including kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling, and Hobie Cat sailing. The resort’s dive center offers complimentary scuba diving for certified divers, with daily trips to nearby reefs and walls. PADI certification courses allow beginners to discover the underwater wonders of Exuma.
The resort arranges exclusive excursions throughout the Exuma Cays, including the famous swimming pigs experience, snorkeling with nurse sharks at Compass Cay, and feeding iguanas at Allen’s Cay. Private boat charters allow couples to explore secluded beaches and sandbars, creating personalized adventures. The proximity to Stocking Island and its renowned Chat ‘N’ Chill beach bar adds local flavor to water-based activities.
Evening Entertainment and Romance
Evenings at Sandals Emerald Bay offer diverse entertainment options, from live music in various lounges to themed parties on the beach. The resort’s entertainment team presents shows ranging from cultural performances celebrating Bahamian heritage to contemporary music and dance productions. Fire pits on the beach create intimate gathering spots for couples, while the piano bar provides sophisticated ambiance for cocktails and conversation.
For ultimate romance, the resort arranges private experiences including candlelit dinners on the beach, sunset sailing excursions, and stargazing sessions with telescopes. The concierge team specializes in creating surprise moments for special occasions, from rose petal turndowns to champagne deliveries at scenic locations. These thoughtful touches transform ordinary evenings into extraordinary memories.
Weddings and Honeymoons in Paradise
Sandals Emerald Bay excels as a wedding and honeymoon destination, with dedicated wedding planners creating personalized ceremonies in spectacular settings. Beach ceremonies utilize the pristine shoreline as a natural altar, while garden gazebos provide tropical elegance. The resort’s wedding packages include everything from legal documentation to photography, flowers, and cake, simplifying destination wedding planning.
Honeymoon couples receive special amenities including suite upgrades (when available), couples’ spa treatments, and romantic turndown services. Anniversary couples celebrating milestone years enjoy similar recognition, with the resort’s romance concierge arranging special surprises throughout their stay. This expertise in creating romantic moments has established Sandals Emerald Bay as Exuma’s premier couples’ destination.
An Exclusive Exuma Experience
Sandals Emerald Bay successfully brings world-class all-inclusive luxury to the unspoiled beauty of Great Exuma, creating a resort experience that satisfies couples seeking both pampering and adventure. The combination of championship golf, exceptional spa facilities, gourmet dining, and access to Exuma’s natural wonders provides diverse vacation experiences within a single spectacular setting.
For couples desiring an all-inclusive escape that offers more than typical beach resort amenities, Sandals Emerald Bay delivers an extraordinary experience. The resort’s location in Exuma provides authenticity and adventure opportunities unavailable at more developed Caribbean destinations, while Sandals’ signature service and amenities ensure luxury and romance at every turn. This unique combination continues to attract couples who discover that in Exuma, paradise isn’t just a destination – it’s a state of mind achieved through perfect balance of luxury, nature, and love.