Dream Design
Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Sandy Lane Beach
Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Balcony view

Sandy Lane

Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Sandy Lane Beach
Sandy Lane

Sandy Lane

Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Balcony view
Barbados

Since its opening in 1961 Sandy Lane has acquired a regal status among other Caribbean resorts and it’s not hard to see why.

Barbados

Since its opening in 1961 Sandy Lane has acquired a regal status among other Caribbean resorts and it’s not hard to see why.

A Bajan institution synonymous with conspicuous luxury, Sandy Lane exists in its own Palladian-style microcosm made up of chauffeured Rolls-Royces and celebrity patrons who treat it as a home-away-from-home. And yet, despite all this grandeur, the homely atmosphere ensures its enduring popularity is ever tangible.

Committed to a certain kind of traditional service where no detail is overlooked, life here is so intrinsically easy and unhurried, it’s no surprise it’s consistently ranked as the best place to stay on Barbados.

Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Swimming pool
The Spa And Pool At Sandy Lane
Travel notes
  • 113 rooms, suites and penthouses; a private villa
  • Rolls-Royce airport transfers
  • A pick of 4 restaurants; daily afternoon tea served on the terrace under the shade of trees and there’s a casual menu at The Spa Café
  • Romanesque spa with Aromatherapy Associates treatments
  • 3 world-class golf courses with GPS-fitted carts
  • 8 tennis and 2 padel tennis courts with a resident pro on hand for tuition
  • 113 rooms, suites and penthouses; a private villa
  • Rolls-Royce airport transfers
  • A pick of 4 restaurants; daily afternoon tea served on the terrace under the shade of trees and there’s a casual menu at The Spa Café
  • Romanesque spa with Aromatherapy Associates treatments
  • 3 world-class golf courses with GPS-fitted carts
  • 8 tennis and 2 padel tennis courts with a resident pro on hand for tuition
Pricing
We customise every trip to you and our quotes are bespoke.
Luxury Uncovered
We are truly at the cutting edge of travel — get in touch with our team of bona fide experts.
  • GUIDE PRICE
    7 nights from £7,925 per person
    Based on departure 09 Nov 24.
  • THE DETAILS
    Your package includes...
    7 nights in a Luxury Ocean Room with breakfast. Also includes spa and wellness inclusions, return economy flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow, private transfers and VIP departure service. Based on 2 adults sharing.
  • GUIDE PRICE
    7 nights from £7,925 per person
    Based on departure 09 Nov 24.
  • THE DETAILS
    Your package includes...
    7 nights in a Luxury Ocean Room with breakfast. Also includes spa and wellness inclusions, return economy flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow, private transfers and VIP departure service. Based on 2 adults sharing.

A sense of
place

Firmly entrenched on the Platinum Coast and sprawled  across four wings offering both ocean and garden views, Sandy Lane’s location is a carefully considered one and is the most sought-after address on Barbados.

Of course, the main attraction is the 300 yard long arc of powdery golden sand backing on to the estate and shaded by mammoth mahogany trees.

Its essence...

COVETED
INSTITUTION
SERVICE-LED

In pursuit of...

 Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Afternoon Tea
…old-school Caribbean splendour

This is a never-lift-a-finger kind of place where diligent attendants patrol the sentinel of signature pink sun loungers ready to polish smudged sunglasses and cool off warm, tanned faces with a light water mist. Those that are privy know not to unpack on arrival, instead they head to one of the seven bars scattered throughout the resort for a welcome drink and return to unpacked suitcases and an organised wardrobe. Long-time guests can be welcomed back with monogrammed sheets.

  • Umbraco.Cms.Core.Models.MediaWithCrops`1[Umbraco.Cms.Web.Common.PublishedModels.Image]

    Wake up
    here

    While all rooms here are spacious and classical – adorned with dark mahogany furniture, splashes of signature pastel tones and private patio spaces – The Villa at Sandy Lane exists in its own class. The most coveted on Barbados and set in its own private gardens, this stately five-bedroom residence with its dedicated staff is the epitome of luxury.

On location

Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Monkey Golf Course

The golf courses here – that’s right plural, there’s three of them – are some of the finest in the world. Teeing off at The Old Nine and The Country Club involve stopping to gaze at sweeping views of the island’s west coast, but real golf aficionados are found waiting their turn to play the renowned Green Monkey – an exclusive course carved out of an old limestone quarry.

Committed to a certain kind of traditional service where no detail is overlooked, it’s no surprise it’s consistently ranked as the best place to stay on Barbados.

Beyond
family-friendly

Unsurprisingly, the kids’ club at Sandy Lane is one of the best on the island and with a multitude of age-appropriate activities complaints of boredom are quickly exchanged for squeals of joy. Sailing lessons and annual summer sports camps nurture younger children’s self-esteem, while outdoor movies, island tours and mocktail parties mean the older are just as indulged, making it a hit with teens too.

This is the type of institution that sees the same families return year after year, and witnesses babies growing into toddlers, then teens, then adults.

A Carrier
curation

In a place that has it all inside its walls there’s little reason to venture outside; however if the impulse does strike there are few memorable ways to explore history at the old plantation houses, quaint forgotten villages and coastlines than on a horseback ride that concludes on one of the island’s most remote beaches.

Meanwhile, below the water, forget snorkelling in the shallows and step on board the Atlantis Submarine to explore the kaleidoscopic world at the depths of Barbados’ sea.

Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Lobby
Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, Country Club Green
Caribbean, Barbados, Sandy Lane, L'Acajou at Sunset
Destination essentials
  • Nov - May
    HIGH
  • Jun - Oct
    LOW
SEASON
  • 8hrs 45min
    LHR - BGI
FLIGHT
  • 30min
    BY ROAD
TRANSFER
Get in touch your way…
We customise every trip to you and our quotes are bespoke. We’re here to offer advice, recommendations and answer your questions.

Explore
more places to stay

Caribbean, Bermuda & Mexico, Barbados, The Sandpiper, Beach
Barbados
The Sandpiper

A local institution, this cosseting family-run boutique hotel attracts a loyal repeat clientele who come back for its low-key attitude and laid-back informality – a rarity on the west coast.

Explore this place
Caribbean, Barbados, Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Beach view
Barbados
Fairmont Royal Pavilion

A romantic hideaway nestled amongst swaying palms and vibrant tropical gardens, Fairmont Royal Pavilion is ideal for couples seeking a quiet yet sophisticated sanctuary.

Explore this place
The main pool surrounded by greenery at Coral Reef Club in Barbados
Barbados
Coral Reef Club

Tranquil, secluded and very British in manner, this charming country house hotel in its tropical garden setting stands out for its warm welcome and genuine hospitality, even by Bajan standards.

Explore this place