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. Five 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
  • Yoga
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment

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. 5 restaurants: Bajan Blue (European, Caribbean and Asian-inspired cuisine), The Monkey Club, The Lower Terrace which also offers Afternoon Tea, The Spa Café and The Country Club (light leisurely lunches, coffees and cocktails). 6 bars: The 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 sea 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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Dec 13, 2024 Alastair R Edinburgh, United Kingdom

This was our second 4 night visit and we were not disappointed. Sandy Lane oozes quality and, in common with other hotels where management has a high visibility, service levels throughout are top notch with lots of personal touches and attention to detail. On this visit we went to Sunday Brunch which we really enjoyed and would repeat. The… Read more
This was our second 4 night visit and we were not disappointed. Sandy Lane oozes quality and, in common with other hotels where management has a high visibility, service levels throughout are top notch with lots of personal touches and attention to detail. On this visit we went to Sunday Brunch which we really enjoyed and would repeat. The range and quality of the buffet was first class. The recently opened Monkey Club (replacing L’Acajou) is fresh, modern and vibrant. In common with the rest of the hotel, the food is well-presented and high qualtity. We certainly plan to return and to stay for longer next time. Read less
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Dec 11, 2024 12NP

We visit a Caribbean resort every Thanksgiving & Sandy Lane lived up to its awesome reputation! Beach: Wide & expansive. The chair spacing does not have as much privacy as Jumby or Little Dix but the water is beyond gorgeous like a warm endless pool. The sand is like silk & the sea bed very even. Beach service is excellent & security is always… Read more
We visit a Caribbean resort every Thanksgiving & Sandy Lane lived up to its awesome reputation! Beach: Wide & expansive. The chair spacing does not have as much privacy as Jumby or Little Dix but the water is beyond gorgeous like a warm endless pool. The sand is like silk & the sea bed very even. Beach service is excellent & security is always present. Crystal, Rakeem & Baz from beach service were very helpful & Rakeem didn’t have to but went out of his way to help us with a problem. Food, Restaurants: The variety & quality of food at Bajan Blue, fresh wraps & salads, the grill stations & theme nights, were all very enjoyable. There is live music every evening. We did not get to visit the Monkey Bar but heard from other guests that the food is good. Afternoon tea: The sandwiches & scones are lovely but not complementary like few of the other resorts (& understandable post covid) The set up is very nice. Have to mention here Carol, Jackie, Cathy, Tiffany, Keandra, Christon & many others who through their warmth & empathy made our stay a memorable one. We felt we were with family. Would also like to mention here some special people - Asst food & Bev Dir. Mr. Sabari Nair, Jr. Sous chef Peter, Chef Guemon, Chef Raj & Chef Shyam (prepared speacial dishes for my husband) & Guest Services Mgr. Mr. Alpha (who brightened our mornings with his welcoming smile). All these genuinely beautiful people went out of their way to make not only us but all guests feel comfortable & welcome each day. They are huge assets to the resort & many other guests felt the same way. Little touches make you feel cared for. Huge thanks to this amazing team! Rooms: Lovely, spacious, modern, good closet space & modern spacious baths. Very comfortable beds. Nice toiletries but not at the level of Rosewood Mayakoba & some other places. Our three rooms (oceanfront & luxury oceanfront) were beach level with pretty porches & seconds away from the beach but had lots of privacy. Most of these rooms can be connected. Room service & turndown is excellent & all requests are taken care of efficiently, politely & fast. Spa Gym: Large well equipped gym & amazing spa & fabulous therapists. Tennis Golf & Trails: My son played tennis with Mr. Dillon every morning & he was excellent. We have also been going for early morning walks & runs around the super expansive golf course & for wild life watchers & birders there are monkeys & gorgeous birds to watch. Stop by at the cute cafe for early morning coffee or tea! They have a very small pretty library too & an upscale boutique with a nice collection & other boutiques & lots of other amenities …. A special place! Read less
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Nov 27, 2024 KfromWales Wrexham, United Kingdom

Afternoon tea to celebrate a birthday. Booking was easy and I advised on the booking form that it was a birthday celebration. Overall it was a pleasant experience. We rated it 4 out of 5. The positives were the service by the maitre d and our servers, especially Jackie. Most of the food was excellent. We were offered tap water as well as… Read more
Afternoon tea to celebrate a birthday. Booking was easy and I advised on the booking form that it was a birthday celebration. Overall it was a pleasant experience. We rated it 4 out of 5. The positives were the service by the maitre d and our servers, especially Jackie. Most of the food was excellent. We were offered tap water as well as bottled. When I asked for a cushion to raise me up, I was immediately brought a seat top and bottoms, which made the seat very comfortable, I was also offered a small cushion. The table was decorated with colourful birthday and celebration glitter. A nice touch. A fan was brought over without us asking. We had a nice view of the central area, the trees and it was a cool and comfortable in which to eat. The staff offered to take a photo of us both. We never felt rushed and ate at our pace. My husband was presented with a birthday cake with candle and the staff sang Happy Birthday, which was a lovely touch. We asked to take home this and it was presented in a Sandy Lane bag. The minuses. We drove to the entrance gate and were ignored as the sentry was on the phone. He continued on his call while we waited. When he finished his call, no apology, we said we had come for afternoon tea and he directed us to the font. Where we parked behind a taxi that was collecting someone. There was a leaving party of the maitre D, a guest, and two valets. We waited in our car and ignored until the taxi left. Not sure why we couldn’t have been acknowledged. First impressions were not positive and the importance of fist impressions is basic customer service stuff, isn’t it? When out of the car, the valet took it away and the maitr d directed us to the staircase. We descended and looked for staff. There were two tables for 2, one decorated with birthday stuff so I guessed this was ours. The staff didn’t seem to know though. The food was OK. Most was excellent, in particular the fruit cake, the tart with alcohol, the tomato and mozzarella savoury, the lemon meringue pie. But the egg sandwich on white bread was poor. The macaroons were unexceptional. I would have preferred more savoury and less sweet. I’ve eaten in the restaurant and the sweet trolley was fabulous so I was underwhelmed by what we were offered to what I know is produced. We wanted to leave a tip on the credit card but that wasn’t possible we were told. Why? We left and went to pick up the car. The valet took the wrong keys and had to return for the correct ones so it took longer than expected to get the car back. This seemed to sum up the service quality ‘detail’ issues. Perhaps we had too high expectations of Sandy Lane, in terms of the service and food quality. Just a few tweaks in either or both food and service could make visiting a wow experience. Read less
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Nov 24, 2024 Ellen S

We stayed at the Sandy Lane for 9 days in November. We had a glorious time. From the minute we arrived at the airport, to arrival at the property to the minute we left everything was wonderful. The way you are greeted once you arrive at the airport, driven to the hotel, greeted upon arrival by the staff, refreshing hand towels and delicious… Read more
We stayed at the Sandy Lane for 9 days in November. We had a glorious time. From the minute we arrived at the airport, to arrival at the property to the minute we left everything was wonderful. The way you are greeted once you arrive at the airport, driven to the hotel, greeted upon arrival by the staff, refreshing hand towels and delicious drinks along with the warm and welcoming staff is 2nd to none. Shanice checked us in right at our room, so ingenious. She made us feel so welcome and guided us beautifully on all the awaited us during our hotel stay. The first night as we arrived late we went to the beach bar for a drink and there we met Petra, a master hostess and bartender. She greeted us with a bright, warm smile and welcomed us. We chatted with her and enjoyed the wonderful cocktails she made for us. Every time we saw Petra she asked us how are day was and made our favorite drinks without even asking. She made sure each and every time we were perfectly taken care of. She not only did this for us but for all the hotel guests she was serving. I can say that Petra for sure made our vacation the trip of a lifetime with her warmth and professionalism. It was not only her outstanding attentiveness and professionalism but her smile and making sure each and every day was fabulous for us. We met Jackie our first full day. We missed breakfast but she made sure that we were served breakfast anyway.She was so warm and welcoming and fun. There are so many employees at this fine hotel that insured we had a most wonderful stay-Dwayne at the pool bar is the best, smile as big as the sky serving us great drinks inthe pool bar. Steve and Mike at the pool insuring we had lounges when we needed them. Shennese, Deeshion, Arantees, Dwayne and Larry took care of the minute they saw us walking towards the beach. They knew that was our favorite part and they made sure we had lounges where we wanted them each and every day, so kind and professional. Shane, Jeremy and Jared@the beach bar all get honorable mentions-everyone knew us, knew our drinks, gave us bright, big smiles and always asked us how are day was. They all made our trip so enjoyable. We cannot forget Ja'van and Latoya at the front desk who insured all our activities and dinner reservations were taken care of-suggesting great things to do and great places to eat. I have to say that all the employees are awesome. They make the vacation awesome along with the gorgeous surroundings-the beach, the pool, the country club, the golf course and the great music be it the dj at the beach bar of the music every night. Let's not forget the luxurious hotel rooms. Wonderful managers like Alpha also give great joy and service. I and my husband cannot recommend this hotel enough. We will be returning in 2025. Read less
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Nov 13, 2024 slaterjo40 Manchester, United Kingdom

We visited the amazing hotel for a lovely afternoon tea, for our silver wedding anniversary. The hotel is gorgeous & the staff were lovely too. The afternoon tea was amazing best I’ve had the cakes Wow !! We didn’t eat it all it was packed away for us to take back with us.We watched the sunset we wasn’t rushed at all. Thanks Sandy Lane for… Read more
We visited the amazing hotel for a lovely afternoon tea, for our silver wedding anniversary. The hotel is gorgeous & the staff were lovely too. The afternoon tea was amazing best I’ve had the cakes Wow !! We didn’t eat it all it was packed away for us to take back with us.We watched the sunset we wasn’t rushed at all. Thanks Sandy Lane for welcoming us to celebrate our special anniversary 🤍 Read less