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. Three restaurants are onsite, ranging from the beachside Bajan Blue 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.

All rates include the following features or benefits:

- complimentary Fast Track upon arrival

- welcome by Airport Concierge upon arrival.

- transfers to and from the airport in executive car

- welcome fruit cocktail on arrival and personalized guest in room registration

- complimentary fruit in room on arrival

- complimentary packing and unpacking services

- complimentary beach bag per bedroom

- one outfit of clothing pressed per person on arrival.

- full English breakfast daily

- complimentary fitness facility

- complimentary WiFi

- complimentary in room Nespresso coffee, selection of teas and bottled water

- unlimited use of tennis and padel tennis courts

- complimentary day access to The Treehouse Club dedicated children's facility

- complimentary breakfast and dinner for children aged 0 to 12 inclusive from the Kids' Menu or Kids’ buffet during the summer

- unlimited non-motorised water sports including windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing, kayaking and snorkelling.

Half Board option: includes dinner at Bajan Blue restaurant (not including drinks or specialty dinners, other than the hotel's Asian Buffets and West Indian Buffets). Applicable in 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.

Rates for the Villa include:

- roundtrip airport transfers

- complimentary Fast Track on arrival and welcome by airport concierge on arrival

- Champagne and canapés on arrival

- personalised guest in-villa registration

- tropical fruit in room on arrival

- full English breakfast

- complimentary in room Nespresso coffee, selection of teas and bottled water

- daily afternoon tea

- unlimited use of tennis courts

- unlimited motorised and non-motorised water sports including:- windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing, kayaking, snorkelling and waterskiing

- extensive use of the fitness facility at the Spa

- complimentary packing and unpacking services

- one outfit of clothing pressed per person on arrival

- use of a vehicle throughout stay

- facsimile machine

- one complimentary international and local newspaper each day

- personal staff of butler, housekeeper and chef

- night security

- complimentary daily green fees at the Country Club or Old Nine

- one spa voucher to the value of US $100.00 per adult

- one family Sunday Brunch once during stay

- complimentary day access to The Treehouse Club dedicated children’s facility.

- complimentary breakfast and dinner for children aged 0 to 12 inclusive from the kids' menu or kids’ buffet during the summer

- complimentary WiFi

- complimentary beach bag per bedroom

- complimentary laundry service

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.

Rates for the Sandy Lane Suite include:

- Fast Track on arrival and welcome by airport concierge

- roundtrip airport transfers

- Champagne and canapés on arrival

- personalised guest in-suite registration

- tropical fruit in-suite on arrival

- daily English breakfast

- complimentary packing and unpacking services

- one outfit of clothing pressed per person on arrival

- complimentary beach bag per bedroom

- complimentary in room Nespresso coffee, selection of teas and bottled water

- unlimited use of tennis courts

- unlimited non-motorised water sports including: windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing, kayaking and snorkelling

- use of the fitness facility

- complimentary WiFi

- laundry service

- facsimile machine

- one international and local newspaper each day

- one complimentary 60-minute full body massage or one round of golf at The Country Club per person

- daily access to The Treehouse Club, dedicated children's facility

- complimentary breakfast and dinner for children aged 0 to 12 inclusive from the Kids' Menu or Kids’ buffet during the summer.

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. 3 restaurants: 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). 6 bars: Monkey Bar, Bajan Blue Bar & Lounge, Beach Bar, Coffee and Gelato Bar, The Pool Bar, Country Club Bar. Wine Cellar. Complimentary breakfast and dinner for children aged 0-12 years inclusive from the kids' menu, kids’ buffet and any other dinner buffets during the summer period (28th April 31st October 2025).

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.

Summer sports camp 2025: complimentary lessons and games for 7-16 year-olds including golf, water skiing, football and tennis. Valid between 31st May to 7th June; 12th to 19th July; 9th to 16th August and 25th October - 1st November 2025.

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. Complimentary packing and unpacking services. 24-hour reception. Boutique.


Please note: If you wish to book a Limo or Rolls Royce transfer, please call the contact centre to make your request. This service is available for an additional charge.

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.

* 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 A Beautiful Place with Beautiful Staff

Oct 6, 2024 Lori D Atlanta, Georgia

What an experience to stay at Sandy Lane to celebrate my birthday. I was not familiar with Sandy Lane or Barbados, but let me tell you what a special island and place and people! From the moment you land and swiftly taken through customs and wisked away to your transfer, then greeted by the staff with drinks, towels and a tour and check in at… Read more
What an experience to stay at Sandy Lane to celebrate my birthday. I was not familiar with Sandy Lane or Barbados, but let me tell you what a special island and place and people! From the moment you land and swiftly taken through customs and wisked away to your transfer, then greeted by the staff with drinks, towels and a tour and check in at your room you are made to feel special. We were lucky enough to be at Sandy Lane for one week and during that time we felt so taken care of by everyone. How do they remember your name, that in itself is amazing! And I was there during my birthday and everyone wished me a happy birthday. You can't beat that!! The Spa is stunning and again greeted so lovely by the front desk and we had the scalp massage, swedish and deep tissue massages which were all incredible. My hair has never been so soft after the oil rubbed in during the scalp massage. Loved the relaxation room to just chill. The breakfast is a bit overwhelming and I particularly loved the fresh fruits and the daily tropical smoothy. The mango yogurt is simply mango and yogurt which is fabulous. Dinner we sometimes sat and watched the sunset with a cocktail and ordered sushi which our favorite was the Emperor role. We tried the pizza which was delicious as well. For dinner at Bajan Blue our favorites were the wasabi shrimp appetizer and Beef and Broccoli. The rooms are incredibly well appointed. Beautiful closets and well thought out, large bathroom with one of the best showers! The outdoor balcony is just lovely and the view is almost surreal. Bedding was perfect...BUT we found the beds uncomfortable. A bit too soft for us. We were here during low season, so overall had no issues with beach chairs or pool chairs. Sandy Lane is beautiful/special place and I don't think we experienced all that it had to offer. But our opinion is that it is the staff is who are truly special. You can't say that of many places these days. Worth every penny. As a side note: They finished the replenishing the sand while we were there and the beach looks beautiful. I would recommend watching as you go into the water as there is some coral. Read less
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Sep 18, 2024 mrsb2015892 Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

I visited first in February this year with my best friend, and had to return with my daughter to celebrate my birthday and to give her a big treat before a big medical exam. The whole experience was amazing. We were looked after from getting off the plane, taxied to the hotel and welcomed like we were royalty by the manager and also wonderful… Read more
I visited first in February this year with my best friend, and had to return with my daughter to celebrate my birthday and to give her a big treat before a big medical exam. The whole experience was amazing. We were looked after from getting off the plane, taxied to the hotel and welcomed like we were royalty by the manager and also wonderful Alpha who remembered me from February. It was quite overwhelming, we’ll never forget it. The Ocean room was divine, absolutely perfect, overlooking the beach and the sunset. We ate in Bajan Blue, the country club (what a view), had afternoon tea, room service, massages, and all of it was 10 out of 10. We also went on a boat trip with Randi to snorkel and see the turtles which was very special. He got in the sea to look after my daughter and scouted out the turtles which she managed to touch for good luck in her exam! My birthday was the best ever. The breakfast table was decorated. They delivered champagne and a birthday cake to the room. The spa sent a beautiful candle to the room. The dinner table was decorated and the servers appeared at the end with a cake and candles singing happy birthday! I had been wished a happy birthday by everyone I interacted with that day, never experienced anything like it. I could go on and on as everything was just perfect, the room, the spa experience, the food, the beach, but the stand out thing at Sandy Lane is the staff. My daughter said they must be treated well as they are so positive and natural. It doesn’t feel forced, smiles everywhere. Thank you and We will definitely be back! Read less
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Sep 16, 2024 jamesmcdonaghuk London, United Kingdom

We got engaged at this paradise hotel last year and I haven’t gotten to writing a review till now. Everything was just perfect and that was down 99% to the staff that arranged everything for me and 1% Me. Thank you Sandy lane we will be back very soon!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Our Home from Home - a little piece of heaven

Sep 6, 2024 AlongcamePollyDoodle Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Well, there is never a bad thing to say about sandy lane. We LOVE this hotel, it's staff and the whole sandy lane experience. This visit made our 17th time returning and will always be our favourite place to come. The rooms are always immaculate, the food is stunning, the staff are soooo friendly, the pool is beautiful, sandy lane has one of… Read more
Well, there is never a bad thing to say about sandy lane. We LOVE this hotel, it's staff and the whole sandy lane experience. This visit made our 17th time returning and will always be our favourite place to come. The rooms are always immaculate, the food is stunning, the staff are soooo friendly, the pool is beautiful, sandy lane has one of the best spa's I have ever visited....so if you are reading trip advisor to determine whether you should stay at sandy lane....DO IT!! A personal shout out for some of the staff at Sandy Lane Richard, you continue to make us feel so welcome. You make us laugh and are just such a fun and caring guy. Thank you for looking after us as always! Ria from Bajan Blue, you made Sophie our daughter who was vegan at the time so welcome and relaxed about asking about vegan options( that was 2 years ago now) but ever since we met you that year you have welcomed us back like a member of family, you are a true gem! Reia the host at Bajan blue- this year is the first time we met you and you were so friendly, chatty and just an all around fun girl to chat to, it's your friendly and fun character that gives the hotel is personality! Stephanie and Jowan in the monkey bar- Stephanie has been an amazing girl in the bar for years now and we just want to express how much we enjoy her company in the bar, she is wonderful and a great bar girl, tamika is also a fantastic bar girl with great sense of humour and fun converstation. Jowan, I think, is pretty new, but absolutely is one of those characters that will stay at Sandy Lane and become a solid team member. He has outstanding bar tending skills and service. He had a great contagious smile and a fantastic sense of humour (don't go anywhere, Jowan, we will be back 2025) Shane and Tonya on the beach bar are always a pleasure to chat to and are amazing at their jobs. Thank you for always looking after us! Dwight, Obrian, and Rodney at the pool are always accommodating and great to chat to at the pool area. It's a fantastic service up there!! Larry at the beach is always a great face to see, always remembers you and makes sure you have a bed on the beach! Ashlene and Darren. A big thanks to you guys, Ashlene is always a friendly face, very helpful and good to chat to, Darren is a new team member and he was a diamond sorting our reservations for us this trip. A true gem! Finally thankyou to Alpha for becoming us back, and all the front of house team, we cannot wait to get back 2025! Keep doing what you're doing, you beauty! Read less
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Jul 20, 2024 827martinob Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Where do we start we arrived at the airport greeted by a Sandy Lane representative who lead us straight through customs no wait in the long queue and straight to our vehicle . On arrival we were greeted by cocktails in reception with a warm welcome . There is nothing not to like about this place the staff are so good but we would like to point… Read more
Where do we start we arrived at the airport greeted by a Sandy Lane representative who lead us straight through customs no wait in the long queue and straight to our vehicle . On arrival we were greeted by cocktails in reception with a warm welcome . There is nothing not to like about this place the staff are so good but we would like to point out a few people that deserve recognition Karon who we met on arrival and took our luggage to our room moved our luggage again on our departure and was always ready to help at the front door this guy was brilliant a great all rounder that deserves success as he give it his all then Danielle in concierge she was absolutely brilliant nothing was a problem she was such a warm loving person and so knowledgeable, we did the catamaran cruise which we told us is a must and a must it was we all loved it . In the restaurant we had lovely Cathy looking after us every single day another great person that couldn’t do enough for us all . Gian Paolo the manager was also a great guy and really made us feel comfortable and even arranged for me to get a spaghetti alio olio e peperoncino cooked by the chef . The golf team were the best and the Green Monkey was the best course we have ever been to . O’ Brian round the pool was outstanding liked after us all the time great guy . I feel I am writing a book here but rest assured we will return again and again we absolutely loved the whole experience . Read less