Who to Tip at Sandals & Beaches Resorts: A Stress-Free Guide
Planning a tropical escape to Sandals or Beaches Resorts? One of the perks of these all-inclusive paradises is that gratuities are already baked into your package. But before you leave your wallet behind, here’s what you need to know about who you can—and should—tip during your stay.
🚫 Who Not to Tip
Sandals and Beaches Resorts have a strict no-tipping policy for most staff:
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Housekeeping
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Bartenders
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Waitstaff
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Bellhops
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Concierge
These employees are compensated through your prepaid package, and tipping them could actually violate resort policy
✅ Who You Can Tip
There are a few key exceptions where tipping is not only allowed—it’s appreciated:
🧑🤵 Butlers
If you’ve booked a Butler-level suite, tipping is customary. You’ll likely have 2–3 butlers rotating shifts.
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Suggested: $20–$30 per butler per day
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Tip in cash for ease and flexibility-- USD cash is fine.
💆 Spa Attendants
Red Lane Spa staff are part of a third-party company, so tipping is encouraged.
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Suggested: 15–20% of the service cost
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Check your bill—a 12.5% service charge may already be included
🚐 Transfer Drivers
Airport shuttle drivers are not resort employees.
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Suggested: $5–$20, depending on distance and service quality
🧭 Excursion Guides
If you book off-property tours (e.g., through Island Routes), tipping is appreciated.
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Suggested: $10–$20, based on the activity and duration
Carlie and Clint Finch—aka The Sand Lady and her husband—have traveled to every Sandals and Beaches Resort across the Caribbean. Photo below Sandals Regency La Toc
You can reach out to Carlie Finch, also known as The Sand Lady, for expert trip planning through her travel agency, 2 Travel Anywhere 🌴. She specializes in Sandals and Beaches Resorts and has personally visited every one of them multiple times.
Here’s how to contact her:
Carlie and her husband Clint Finch are known for their personalized service, quick responses, and deep knowledge of all-inclusive Caribbean vacations. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, destination wedding, or family getaway, they’ll help you find the perfect resort and snag the best deals.
