The Royal Islander – An All Suites Resort

Beautiful well kept property. Staff is excellent. Food was very good. We came here to live on the beach and in the ocean all day. Gorgeous pool that we never got in. We never left the resort the entire week, and it had everything we needed to completely relax and unwind. Full condo style suite, 1 befroom condo or two with the adjoining lockout bedroom, which is like an additional hotel room. Market on site and 3 restaurants as well as coffee/icecream shop. Beach was well kept as well with ample loungers, chairs, side tables and natural umbrellas. There was a playground set for kids on a side lawn. There was a beach lifeguard on duty until 7pm. This is not an all-inclusive place which we loved. We are not big drinkers, so we saved a lot of money over what all-inclusive fees are these days! Restaurants had a good variety of offerings. The market had almond and coconut milk and fresh fruits and frozen veggies, a variety of items for vegetarians and vegans. Restaurants were great with food allergies and helping people with different diets. The waiters asked about food allergies every time. My husband and I had a great time here. It was quieter than most resorts and very chill. Good spa, I had 2 massages that were very good. Would definitely book here again!

I have stayed at the Royal Islander for the past 30 years. As initially planned, it is sold and closed. I would like to recognize 2 people in particular that normally don’t get too many accolades: Jocelyn Castillo, day manager of the resort and Osmar, longtime maid for building 7 beachfront penthouse units. Jocelyn attention to every detail makes her manager of the year for the Royal Resorts in my opinion. Osmar is the best maid I have ever had. Hopefully I can see these people sometime in the future. Good luck to you both!