The sandpiper is a gorgeous small hotel in the best part of the island of Barbados. It is sophisticated, elegant, has an intimate feel and features great food, beach (albeit small) and large spacious rooms. The only two aspects of the sandpiper that deserve attention are the bathrooms and the service.. Which borders with impersonal. The bathrooms need a bit... More

We had 11 nights in the best room in the hotel, beachfront with a fabulous view of the bay and with sunbeds on decking overlooking the beach. We had a large king size bed suite, which was a genuine suite with a seperate 225 sq ft lounge and same size bedroom, plus kitchen, bathroom and seperate shower room. Whilst a... More

Well. I am surprising myself writing this. The Sandpiper - a hidden gem on Barbados. Have been to the island many many times we normally stay at the Sandy Lane last time was in November but sadly unless you are celebrity status you feel overlooked. So a change. Was recommended the Coral Reef Club but was fully booked and the... More

We have just returned from a week staying in a one bedroom suite and are a professional couple in our late 30s with no kids. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left we could not fault it. Some of the positives for us: - Room was well appointed and spotlessly clean. Maid service each day and turn... More

This is the loveliest hotel. It is by no means a large hotel but that makes it even nicer. The staff are fantastic, obliging and friendly. The restaurant is extremely good, where BBQ evenings are fantastic and the buffet which happens once a week is very good with a wonderful choice of food. Every evening there is some kind of... More

We stayed for 3 nights at the Sandpiper on the way to Mustique. The rooms and suites are spread around the garden which would be worth a visit in its own right - a wonderful combination of architectural shapes and flowering shrubs and trees. Our suite was very spacious and included a fully equipped galley kitchen - useful for making... More

From the moment you arrive, it is clear that this is a truly wonderful and special hotel. There are four factors which justify this statement: 1. Location: The Sandpiper is situated in the most central and beautiful part of St James which is undoubtedly the most desirable part of the island. The hotel grounds are delightful, and carefully looked after,... More

We stayed at the Sandpiper for a week following a stay at the sister-hotel and neighbour Coral Reef Club (reviewed separately). Both hotels are owned by the same O'Hara family who have been stamping their timeless colonial mark on them for the last 50+ years. Whilst we thoroughly enjoyed the Sandpiper hotel, and especially the food, or at least the... More

My wife and I have just returned from a 10 day holiday at the Sandpiper that we can only describe as a stay in Paradise. The friendly, helpful happy staff make this beautiful hotel an experience to remember. Great location with wonderful garden. One of the few hotels that is worth goIng back to!