Sandy Lane ranks amongst the world’s most fashionable leisure resorts, often boasting more column inches in the press than its celebrity guests. And for good reason. First of all there’s its location right on the edge of one of the finest crescent-shaped beaches on Barbados’s west coast; perfect for swimming and water sports, equally suitable for morning strolls or a spot of stylish relaxation. Then there’s its classic Palladian style architecture, truly a sight for sore eyes when combined with the bleached coral stone, dramatic ocean views and extensive collection of modern art. Add to this its generous rooms, touch-button technology and first-class leisure amenities and you can understand why Vogue magazine once referred to it as the ‘Buckingham Palace of hotels’.

The elegant rooms eschew nearly all traces of their tropical setting and rely upon cool marble floors, dark mahogany woods and calm muted colours for their appeal. Almost residential in style, little has been forgotten when it comes to amenities and wall-mounted plasma TV screens, CD and DVD players, well-stocked bars and private terraces are all standard features. With the exception of the Orchid wing, all boast views over the Caribbean Sea.

For those never wishing to emerge from their luxurious confines, a 24-hour private dining service is readily available, with sumptuous buffets, gourmet international cuisine, health-conscious dishes and local specialities on the menu in the congenial surroundings of its four dining venues. The main Bajan Blue and fine dining L’Acajou restaurants are particularly noteworthy for their attentive service, exceptional cuisine and splendid ocean views.

And whilst complimentary non-motorised water sports and an expansive lagoon-style swimming pool satisfy the usual recreational requirements, guests of Sandy Lane can take advantage of a particularly wide choice of leisure facilities, including championship Tom Fazio-designed golf courses, excellent tennis amenities and a truly exceptional spa that is 47,000 square-feet of unadulterated pleasure.

ACCOMMODATION: 112 GUEST ROOMS & SUITES. ALSO ONE 5-BEDROOM VILLA.
CHILDREN: WELCOME WITH THEIR OWN CLUB.
7 NIGHTS: FROM £3,580 P.P. IN THE HIGH-SEASON (£405 P.P.P.N.) & £2,145 P.P. IN THE LOW-SEASON (£280 P.P.P.N.).
MEAL PLAN: BREAKFAST INCLUDED.
SPECIAL OFFERS: HONEYMOON, FAMILY, GOLF & SPA.