Sandy Lane fact sheet

Location:

Sandy Lane
St. James, Barbados

Tel: 246-444-2000
Fax: 246-444-2222
Toll-Free Reservations: 1-866-444-4080

Sandy Lane is located on the western coast of the island of Barbados and sits on a 1000-foot white sand beach beside the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. The resort is approximately a 35 - minute drive from Grantley International Airport.

Web site: www.sandylane.com

E-mail: mail@sandylane.com

Year of Original Opening: 1961

History:

Originally built in 1961 on the site of an old sugar plantation by Ronald Tree, Sandy Lane firmly established itself as the premier address in the Caribbean and hosted many movie stars, business personalities, and royalties. In 1970, Sandy Lane and Golf Club was acquired by Trusthouse Forte, which operated the property until 1996, when it was acquired by Dermot Desmond and J.P. McManus Partners and completely rebuilt and expanded, opening in 2001.

Year of Expansion & Reconstruction: 2001

Accommodation:

The new Sandy Lane features a classical design of coral stone, set in a mahogany grove. Sandy Lane has 112 luxury rooms and suites comprised of 26 Orchid rooms (779 sq. ft.), 6 Luxury Orchid suites (1,575 sq. ft.), 10 Ocean rooms (707 sq. ft.), 60 Luxury Ocean rooms (867 sq. ft.), 5 Dolphin suites (1,443 sq. ft.), 3 Luxury Dolphin suites (1,575 sq. ft.) and 2 Penthouses (3,971 sq. ft.).

Averaging 900 square feet, accommodations are spacious and each uniquely feature a large private verandah, plasma screen television, NEOS entertainment system, laptops, high-speed wireless internet access, personalized private bar, phone and control panel on each side of the bed, reading lights, specially designed multi-spray showers, heated mirrors in the bathroom, electronic "Do Not Disturb" and "Make Up Room" signs, and parabolic speakers on the verandah and in the bathroom. A selection of newspapers from over 40 countries is available and delivered daily.

A 7,300 square foot, 5-bedroom villa debuted in December 2002.

Affiliations:

A partner of Virtuoso and a Member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Guest Services:

24-hour concierge & room service, 24-hour pressing service, maid service twice a day, laundry and dry cleaning services, packing and unpacking service, nightly "expression" treat, personalized private bar, luggage storage, personalized in-room registration, chilled ice towel and cocktail upon arrival, Bentley and luxury car airport transfers, collection of books, CDs, and DVDs available.

Restaurants:

Sandy Lane has four unique restaurants. The two main restaurants, L'Acajou and Bajan Blue, are located right by the Caribbean Sea, affording spectacular views.

L'Acajou - Newly renovated, the 80-seat chic seafront restaurant features Asian-inspired cuisine, and a wide selection of new world and European wines to complement the exquisite cuisine.

Bajan Blue - Casual beachfront, 150-seat restaurant offering the finest from the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Asia. From the freshest tuna niçoise salad for lunch to a grilled veal rib chop for dinner, Bajan Blue offers something for everybody.

The Spa Café offers guests a light alternative for lunch with an array of healthy dishes.

The Country Club restaurant is the restaurant at the Golf Clubhouse. Open from 11:00am until 5:00pm, it features a casual menu and breathtaking views of the Caribbean, the Country Club and the Green Monkey golf courses.

Afternoon Tea is served daily on the lower terrace and offers a selection of quality tea, bridge rolls, finer sandwiches, scones, and pastries.

Bars:

The Monkey Bar, designed by one of England's leading muralists Gez Taylor, offers guests a lively setting to enjoy their favorite cocktail or after dinner drink. Live entertainment every Wednesday and Friday nights on the lower terrace.

The Beach Bar is open for casual snacks and refreshing drinks throughout the day overlooking the resort's pristine beach.

The Pool Bar is located on the edge of the pool beneath the dramatic waterfall. Guest may enjoy beverages and cocktails either in the pool or be served seated underneath the waterfall.

The Terrace Lounge offers a diverse cocktail menu and hors d'oeuvres overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

The Country Club Bar is located at the Country Club golf course and has panoramic views of the 9th and 18th holes.

Spa:

The Spa at Sandy Lane is a 47,000-square-foot facility that blends traditional cultural therapies from the Caribbean, the Far East, and Europe and features a spa, café and a full service John Frieda Salon.

Facilities include: 14 VIP personalized suites, Chakra treatment room, relaxation and meditation rooms, crystal laconium, steam room, ice cave, a hydrotherapy pool, and 5,000 square feet of fitness facilities.

Swimming Pool:

Free form 7,500-square-foot swimming pool in garden patio setting, with adjacent changing facilities. Beverages and cocktails available poolside and at the swim-up Pool Bar.

Golf Courses:

Sandy Lane provides the ultimate choice of contrasting golfing experiences. Guests can choose between playing on the charming 9-hole Old Nine course or at the Country Club, a Tom Fazio designed 18-hole course with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea.

The Green Monkey, another Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole course, was masterfully carved out of the quarry and is currently available for play by hotel guests only.

The 55,000-square-foot Golf Clubhouse was designed by Johnson Fain Partners and features the Country Club restaurant and The Pro Shop at the Clubhouse.

Tennis Club:

The tennis club includes nine championship floodlit tennis courts with two different surfaces, a tennis pavilion, and professionally recognized tennis management.

Fitness Facilities:

A 2,500-square-foot gymnasium with a state-of-the art exercise studio, personal training room, and fitness lifestyle room located in the spa. Group exercise classes are available including calypso aerobics, aqua aerobics, Pilates, body sculpting, spinning, yoga and Tai Chi.

Beach Amenities:

With 1000 feet of pure white sand, it is one of Barbados' most spectacular beaches. Beach services include refreshing cold towels, Evian misting, tropical drinks, sorbets, fresh fruit, water sports, beach attendants and sunglass cleaning.

Sandy Lane's Beach Club offers a complete range of water sports such as water-skiing, banana rides, kayaking, catamaran sailing, and swimming with sea turtles.

Children's Activities:

The Tree House Club provides supervised activities for children between the ages of 3 - 12 and is open between the hours of 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. The staff provides art & crafts, drama, sports, games, and a themed dinner in the Tree House dining room. Babysitting is also offered 24-hours a day.

The Den is an area especially designed for teenagers, located on the lower level of the Treehouse Club. Young adults ages 13 and older can enjoy their own lounge area with a pool table, air hockey, foosball, a jukebox, and computers.

Retail Shops:

Sandy Lane offers their guests a wide variety of shops in the hotel. The shops include The Sandy Lane Boutique (Sandy Lane logo items), The Gatsby (high-end resort wear), The Gallery (local artwork), The Newsstand, The Jewelers, and The Pro Shop at the Clubhouse.

Group Accommodations and Space:

Small executive conferences and board meetings are welcome at Sandy Lane during certain times of the year. There are two meeting rooms on the lobby level of the hotel and a myriad of venues within the resort for discreet and elegant functions. Special rates and group programs are available on request.

Design Team:

oncept Design Architect: Larry Warren Associates
Architect - Spills Candela
Interior Design - Richmond International U.K.
Landscape Architect - EDSA, U.S.A.

Room Rates 2006:

Orchid Room $850 - $2,700
Ocean Room $950 - $3,200
Luxury Ocean Room $1,200 - $3,600
Luxury Orchid Suite $1,500 - $3,900
Dolphin Suite $1,700 - $4,300
Luxury Dolphin Suite $2,800 - $5,300
Penthouse $3,300 - $8,800
Villa $8,000 - $25,000

The rate range is according to season. Rates include daily breakfast, VAT and are subject to a 10% service charge.

Credit Cards:

American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club

Ownership:

D. Desmond
J.P. McManus and partners
Sandy Lane
St. James, Barbados
West Indies

Chief Executive, Sandy Lane Hotel: Michael Pownall
Spa Director: Sharon Codner
Executive Chef: Marcel Driessen