Published 17 May 2026 | Updated 3 October 2026 by Kate Acaster
Sandals gives an extra 10% off the accommodation cost of any stay to active and retired UK military personnel, and to active members of the police, fire brigade and other emergency services.
What’s included: the 10% saving applies to the room cost only, not flights, taxes or extras, and it needs a stay of at least three paid nights. It combines with Sandals’ other special offers and one promo code, but Sandals caps the combinations at two of its listed offers per booking. Those include Island Insiders Club discounts and points, free weeks and credit nights.
Why it’s a deal: most travel discounts for emergency services and military personnel are modest, or can’t be combined with anything else. This one can be, so if you qualify, check whether it sits alongside whatever else you’re booking. If you pair it with a free week or credit nights, the 10% applies only to the additional paid nights.
Who qualifies: active and retired members of the UK military, police force and fire brigade, plus active members of other UK emergency services such as ambulance, coastguard and mountain rescue. Proof of ID is required when you book and again at check-in. Blue Light Cards aren’t accepted. Sandals says the offer is valid until further notice and can be withdrawn without notice. We checked its terms on 3 October 2026.
How to book
This offer isn’t bookable online. Call Sandals on 08000 22 30 30 to book, then upload your proof of ID at sandals.co.uk/serviceid for verification. You’ll get a revised booking confirmation once it’s approved.
If you’d like to know more about the brand in general, we’ve also written a complete guide to Sandals Resorts.
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