Sandy Lane

Barbados, Caribbean

Virgin rating

The hotel

If it’s a premier address you’re after, the finest accommodation in the Caribbean, with luxury amenities galore, welcome to Sandy Lane. At this romantic retreat, choose from a variety of plantation-style rooms and suites, all furnished to perfection with some very thoughtful home-from-home touches. Your own private balcony is the ideal place to relax, a cocktail or glass of wine in-hand as you admire either garden views or views of the waves lapping against a golden shore. Indulge yourself further at the spa, a delightful experience with hydrotherapy on offer, Jet Blitz room and Rhassoul – an oriental steam bath to leave you feeling deeply refreshed and hydrated. If you’ve got kids with you, they’ll be kept more than busy at the complimentary Treehouse Club. Aimed at youngsters right through to teens, activities include golf, tennis, water sports and arts and crafts – you’ll have trouble tearing them away if anything! Talking of golf, enthusiasts will think they’re in heaven. There’s not one, but three courses to choose from, including the Tom Fazio created Green Monkey, which is exclusive to guests. If culinary delights are more your thing, you won’t be disappointed either. Four restaurants are onsite, ranging from the exquisite L’Acajou to the casual Country Club, serving an abundance of dishes from around the world with fine wines to hand and the ultimate in service.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Hobie Cats
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

On the West Coast, just south of Holetown, overlooking a golden arc of sand. Transfer time from airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

113 rooms and suites and a 5 bedroom villa. All of which are air-conditioned with private terrace or balcony, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, mini-bar*, complimentary in room Nespresso coffee, selection of teas and bottled water, safe, hairdryer, and iron and ironing board (on request). Orchid Rooms with 1 king-size bed or twin beds have garden views and sleep maximum 2 adults and 1 child. Half Board option: includes dinner at L'Acajou and Bajan Blue restaurants (not including drinks or specialty dinners, other than the hotel's Asian Buffets and West Indian Buffets). Applicable in L'Acajou and Bajan Blue only. Additional dishes will be charged at menu price e.g. king prawns, tenderloin of beef and wagyu beef is not included. Supplements will apply for specialty items at the resort’s discretion and will be advised when dining. Full pricing applies for caviar and truffles.

Ocean Rooms with 1 king-size bed or twin beds and sea views, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Luxury Ocean Rooms are larger in size with expansive balconies, 1 king-size bed or twin beds and sea views, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Luxury Orchid Suites with 2 bedrooms, one with 1 king-size bed, the second with twin beds, 2 private bathrooms and garden views, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Dolphin Suites have 1 bedroom with 1 king-size bed, large living room, patio with dining area with sea views, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Luxury Dolphin Suites have 2 bedrooms with 1 king-size bed and twin beds, a large living room, patio with dining area, main bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, second bedroom with bathroom and private balcony with sea views, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Penthouse with 2 bedrooms both with 1 king-size bed, located in the Orchid Wing with a spacious foyer, living room, patio with dining area, kitchen, main bedroom with a whirlpool tub and second bedroom with en-suite bathroom, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 adults and 3 children.

Villa at Sandy Lane with 5 bedrooms located in the heart of the resort amongst gardens with its own pool, Jacuzzi, gazebo and private access to Sandy Lane Beach. All en-suite bedrooms have flatscreen TVs, entertainment system and WiFi access, a personal butler, housekeeper and chef on hand. Villa sleeping maximum 10 adults and 4 children or 8 adults and 6 children.

The Sandy Lane Suite is located on the second floor of the Turtle Wing with sea views, featuring 4 bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom, direct beach access, private infinity pool, living room, kitchen, bar, TV area, and a studio/office, sleeping maximum 10 adults and 2 children. 

Please note: Luxury Ocean Rooms are bookable online, and other room types are available on request. Please call us on 0344 472 9646 should you wish to request a different room type. 

Full English breakfast included daily. 4 restaurants: L’Acajou (European cuisine), Bajan Blue (European, Caribbean and Asian-inspired cuisine – Afternoon Tea also available on the Lower Terrace), The Spa Café and The Country Club (light leisurely lunches, coffees and cocktails). 7 bars: Monkey Bar, L’Acajou Bar & Lounge, Bajan Blue Bar & Lounge, Beach Bar, Coffee and Gelato Bar, The Pool Bar, Country Club Bar. Wine Cellar.

Vast swimming pool with underwater sound system. Personalised beach and poolside service. Spa* with hydrotherapy pool. Fitness centre. Complimentary fitness classes including spinning, circuits, pilates and yoga. Unlimited use of Tennis and Padel Tennis courts. Unlimited non motorised water sports, including windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing, kayaking and snorkelling. Scuba diving*. Deep fishing*. 3 golf courses*: The Old Nine, The Country Club and The Green Monkey. The Treehouse Club (children aged 3-16 years). Children’s playground. Library with books and board games.

Complimentary Fast Track on arrival at airport, welcome by Airport Concierge, and transfers to and from the airport in an executive car. Complimentary WiFi. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. One outfit pressed complimentary per person on arrival. 24-hour reception. Boutique.

A Tourism Fee will be charged per bedroom daily, per night and will be collected at check out. The rate is subject to change by the Government, and is US$17.66 per bedroom per night.

A minimum stay of 14 nights is required when staying between 18th-23rd December.

A minimum stay of 5 nights is required between 17th February-22nd February 2024 and 28th March-1st April 2024.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: Sandy Lane has been designed in an elegant yet understated style and therefore respectfully request that guests dress appropriately whilst enjoying the facilities. Cover-ups should be worn during the day while dining at Bajan Blue, the Beach Bar and throughout public areas. Long trousers and collared shirts must be worn in the restaurants and public areas after 7:30pm.

Please note: Luxury Ocean Rooms are bookable online, and other room types are available on request. Please call us on 0344 472 9646 should you wish to request a different room type. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Top world class hotel

Apr 11, 2024 GoodFoodAfficionado Lisbon, Portugal

Fantastic hotel in every respect. Rooms are spacious and well appointed, nice views, balconies. Food amazing at the main restaurant, right on the beach. The beach couldnt be better, perfect blue gentle Carribean waves. Kids club kept our kids occupied for 1-2 hours every day with a range of activities. Gym and spa also world class. And the… Read more
Fantastic hotel in every respect. Rooms are spacious and well appointed, nice views, balconies. Food amazing at the main restaurant, right on the beach. The beach couldnt be better, perfect blue gentle Carribean waves. Kids club kept our kids occupied for 1-2 hours every day with a range of activities. Gym and spa also world class. And the service, friendly and attentive. Really hard to find a fault here ! We are definitely coming back ! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Paradise!

Apr 10, 2024 Hazel B

Just returned home from a 7 night stay & can’t wait to return. Everything & everyone lovely. All facilities superb such a relaxing space wherever you maybe on the resort. Views from the club house were breathtaking we just went for lunch as we are not golfers & are so glad we did. (Free shuttle to & from hotel)! All food & drinks top quality &… Read more
Just returned home from a 7 night stay & can’t wait to return. Everything & everyone lovely. All facilities superb such a relaxing space wherever you maybe on the resort. Views from the club house were breathtaking we just went for lunch as we are not golfers & are so glad we did. (Free shuttle to & from hotel)! All food & drinks top quality & plenty of choice. Allocated sun beds on arrival for duration of stay worked so well as did the no tipping policy. If you want to tip you can do so on checkout. Checkout was not a problem either although we had a very late evening flight we were able to keep our room longer & still use all the facility’s including the very luxurious spa to get ready for our included transfer. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Average considering the prices

Apr 7, 2024 new_world_travellers London, United Kingdom

We stayed 3 nights at Sandy Lane and it was average considering the high prices. The rooms are large but they lack character. The service is good but it misses the luxury feel you find in smaller hotels. The breakfast was a big disappointment - a buffet experience where you have to queue to get some eggs (the eggs Benedict were also badly cooked).… Read more
We stayed 3 nights at Sandy Lane and it was average considering the high prices. The rooms are large but they lack character. The service is good but it misses the luxury feel you find in smaller hotels. The breakfast was a big disappointment - a buffet experience where you have to queue to get some eggs (the eggs Benedict were also badly cooked). They also try to overcharge us at check out. Overall an average experience and definitely not what you would expect for the prices. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent but let themselves down on customer relations

Apr 1, 2024 MPMHale Manchester

The hotel is excellent, service on the beach very good, rooms are kept immaculate but the customer service is very poor for a hotel of this standard and cost. Calling the reception or the concierge is a long process normally resulting in failure, we found it quicker to actually go to the concierge. But the main let down was leaving the hotel… Read more
The hotel is excellent, service on the beach very good, rooms are kept immaculate but the customer service is very poor for a hotel of this standard and cost. Calling the reception or the concierge is a long process normally resulting in failure, we found it quicker to actually go to the concierge. But the main let down was leaving the hotel nobody said thank you for staying with us or have a good trip or look forward to seeing you again, it was very impersonal and felt like I was leaving a large corporate hotel in a major city, not what I expect. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Next Level

Mar 18, 2024 925Cotters London, United Kingdom

Having just returned from a 12 night stay, our first visit, it's hard to fathom the negative reviews posted on this site. I can honestly say that, overall and without hesitation, this is the best hotel I have ever stayed in. The vast majority of staff were fantastic, the room (deluxe seaview ), facilities, food and drink were all great and the… Read more
Having just returned from a 12 night stay, our first visit, it's hard to fathom the negative reviews posted on this site. I can honestly say that, overall and without hesitation, this is the best hotel I have ever stayed in. The vast majority of staff were fantastic, the room (deluxe seaview ), facilities, food and drink were all great and the setting is second to none. The only negative (a small one) is the lack of new things on the breakfast buffet, which becomes a bit samey after a while. This is just splitting hairs, however, because it's still a great spread. We ate out most nights but enjoyed the (Asian) buffet on one night and room service on another. We will be back. Read less