Our opinion
The Sandpiper is comfortable and relaxing with Bajan charm.
Hotel description
The Sandpiper hotel enjoys a pretty location in luxuriant gardens of coconut palm, lawn, hibiscus and bougainvillaea on the edge of a typical Barbadian stretch of sandy beach caressed by the turquoise blue waters of the Caribbean. Built in coral-tinged stone, with red roofs and white louvred shutters, The Sandpiper has a distinctly West Indian charm. Reached by pathways through the lush gardens, the interiors of The Sandpiper hotel bedrooms are decorated in cool, calm and restful pastel colours. The 47 rooms are very spacious and furnished to a very high standard with excellent attention to detail providing a special charm. The two recently added Tree Top Suites are The Sandpiper’s premier accommodation, featuring private pools and breathtaking views. The one- and two-bedroom suites are ideal for families visiting Barbados. The Sandpiper’s raised central pool area in the gardens, adjacent to the bar and restaurant, oozes charm and ambience. The style of the cuisine here at The Sandpiper hotel is eclectic, with international influences and an emphasis on Caribbean ingredients. If you stay on half board here you can dine out at other west coast luxury hotels on some evenings, an excellent scheme operated by these hotels. The Sandpiper has the relaxed, solid feel of a good quality hotel but is cheerful too. It is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. In our opinion The Sandpiper hotel in Barbados appeals to a wide variety of guests, whether you want a relaxing but quality environment, easy access to the beach and water sports, a good restaurant or perhaps accommodation suitable for families.
Location
St James, Barbados
Annual opening
All year except from 13 August to 12 October 2011 and 11 August to 10 October 2012.
Distance from airport
About 45 minutes by car.
Closest airport
Bridgetown Barbados
Room types
47 rooms and suites
Room Type A: Garden room with Private bathroom with bath, shower, Balcony or patio, Pool or garden view, Air conditioning, Telephone, Radio, Hairdryer, Fridge, Safety deposit box, Clock radio, CD player.
Room Type B: One bedroom suite with Private bathroom with bath, shower, Separate living room and kitchen, Balcony or patio, Ocean view or garden view, Air conditioned bedroom, Telephone, Radio, Hairdryer, Fridge, Safety deposit box, Clock radio, CD player. This suite can take a maximum of two adults and two children under twelve.
Room Type C: Two bedroom suite with two bathrooms with bath, shower and wc, Two bedrooms, Separate living room and kitchen, Balcony or patio, Ocean view or garden view, Air conditioned bedrooms, Telephone, Radio, Hairdryer, Fridge, Safety deposit box, Clock radio, CD player.
Room Type D: Tree Top Suite Each with their own spacious living room with a television, video, clock radio and CD player, Four poster or canopied bed, Large bathroom with a walk-in shower and separate tub, Dressing area, Air conditioning, Terrace and plunge pool, Sea view.
TVs available on request.
Hotel facilities and services
Open air freshwater swimming pool, Restaurant, 2 bars, Tennis, Fitness centre, 2 tennis courts, Water sports including water skiing, Cruises and trips by glass bottom boat and fishing can be arranged, Room service, Weddings can be arranged, Room service from 7.30am to 9.30pm, Laundry and dry cleaning service, Cruises and trips by glass bottom boat, Fishing can be arranged..
Children's Facilities: Children`s books available on request, Children`s playground (unsupervised), from 1 July to 11 August there is a children's activity program organised for children aged between 2 and 12 years and available free of charge. This includes three half hour sailing lessons, three half hour swimming lessons and two hours per day of supervised care for children aged 2 to 8 (Monday to Friday).
Water sports
Snorkeling, Waterskiing, Sunfish sailing, Hobie cat sailing, Kayaking, Sailing. Scuba diving and catamarans at a charge.
Land sports
Complimentary tennis coaching with resident pro (4pm to 6pm daily excluding Sundays).
Out and aboutnearby/local interest
Children
Children under 12 are not accepted from 15 January to 15 March. Children under 5 are not allowed in the restaurant or lounge after 7pm. Children under 16 cannot occupy a room alone unless it is a communicating room.
Other information
Black tie or jacket and tie are requested for New Year's Eve. For guests on half board, there is the opportunity to dine at other luxury hotels in Barbados.