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The Sandpiper

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Holetown, Holetown, St James, BB24017
  • Place, St. James Parish Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lime Grove Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Holetown Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite (Beach House)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Tree Top)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite Curlew

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Holetown

A luxury stay in Holetown awaits you at The Sandpiper. Within steps you'll find St. James Parish Church and Lime Grove Shopping Centre within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a beach bar. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find kayaking, and enjoy the on-site gym. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Holetown hotel include Carlisle Bay and Sandy Lane Beach.

What's nearby

  • St. James Parish Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lime Grove Shopping Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Holetown Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Holetown Monument - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calma Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Italia Coffee House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Just Grillin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe De Paris - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Sandpiper

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Sandpiper. Self parking is free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
The Sandpiper offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis lessons

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Sandpiper

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property from February to February. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 17.50 per accommodation, per night
    • A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is USD 17.50 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by USD 17.50 per night for each additional bedroom.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed from February to February.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Sandpiper Hotel St James
Sandpiper St James
Sandpiper Hotel Holetown
Sandpiper Holetown
The Sandpiper Hotel
The Sandpiper Holetown
The Sandpiper Hotel Holetown

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sandpiper?

The Sandpiper offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Sandpiper?

Yep, The Sandpiper has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Sandpiper?

Yep, The Sandpiper is a short 20-minute walk from Sandy Lane Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, kayaking and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at The Sandpiper?

No, there is no spa at this property. Schotherapy Internationale Day Spa is a short 17-minute walk away.

What makes The Sandpiper a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Sandpiper.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sandpiper?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sandpiper?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sandpiper?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sandpiper?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Sandpiper Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Barbados!

A very relaxed and well run hotel. A most pleasurable stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant Stay

We had a very pleasant stay at The Sandpiper. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was in need of a little refresh and update.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Intimate and Chic

We had an excellent 3 night stay at this lovely small chic boutique hotel. The cuisine and staff service were top class. The setting and location is lovely. We would very much like to return in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Sandpiper from Tuesday to Monday and had a truly phenomenal time. The hotel grounds are absolutely beautiful and peaceful — the perfect place to relax. What really stood out was the service: everyone on the staff was incredibly kind and attentive. Any time we needed something, they were quick to help, and even if it wasn’t readily available, they found a way to assist. Overall, a wonderful stay and an excellent experience. We hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great, rooms a bit dated
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is nothing that I did not like! Everything was superb-the grounds, the rooms, the service, the beach. The staff of this hotel deserves a post on its own as it was the friendliest, most caring team ever. Can’t wait to return to The Sandpiper!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Note that breakfast is not included if you book your stay with Expedia. It was an additional $45 per person.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 1st time at The SandPiper and everything about our experience was exceptional from the time we arrived until we left. No delay in being taken to our room, our luggage already waiting allowing us to get settled in. The entire place was clean and tidy. The staff takes a lot of pride in the hotel. We had a garden view room and we loved having a cup of coffee on the deck each morning. The breakfast was amazing as well as our beautifully presented meals. Given the resort is on the west side of the island, the view of the sunsets each night was amazing. We ate dinner in the restaurant and had bar food a couple of times during our stay, both were great. We had a wonderful stay at The SandPiper and we'd definitely recommend. A perfect stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly/helpful staff...the warmest welcome I have ever received.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing, friendly tean
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerrard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel and staff were all great and very accommodating with any requests. Harold's bar and beach staff were very friendly, would recommend this hotel without hesitation.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facility is quite dated, patronized by older British couples. For 2 day stay, check-in was late afternoon but prematurely forced out of room on departure day prior to 11 am.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel to stay in. Staff were so polite and helped us so much. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel - superb location & great service

Great hotel - suite was excellent - elegant, with great views and with a beautiful terrace and outside area. Perfect location for getting onto the beach, into Holetown and a base to explore the island. Staff were superb!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short business trip

Excellent hotel in Holetown directly on the beach and a short walk to all the shops and restaurants. Lovely staff, good food and well furnished large rooms in a traditional Barbados style. I stayed there for a work trip but it is a great base for a holiday. I will return
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding in every regard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely superb!

Amazing hotel, as a returning guest, all the staff were as helpful as ever delivering a personal yet professional service. It’s great to have them all back after 6 months of closure! They also arranged my fast track at the airport, transportation and my Covid test which came back in 20 hours meaning quarantine was a short process!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything at this hotel is perfect , have been here many times before and still returning, the staff are exvelent etc.,etc,
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
bel hôtel confortable bien tenu confort et calme en bord de plage jardin magnifique
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional service; would revisit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
tres bien entretenu bel hôtel jardins magnifiques
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in the world!!! Can’t wait to go back next year.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and incredibly friendly staff. Our stay was just too short and I can see returning for a longer stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Th resort was absolutely wonderful - the food was outstanding and the staff was beyond nice and helpful! There are a few things for consideration - the hotel could do a better job giving information and options on activities to do - boat tours, snorkeling, hikes, spa treatments at the sister hotel etc. As someone who doesn't know what the island has to offer, you rely on the staff to help guide you. The other thing, which is sort of out of the hotel's control is the presence of children. Since the property is small and you will either lounge at the pool or beach, if they are in both places, it's hard to escape their noise etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019