The Crane Residential Resort

Overview

The The Crane Residential Resort is located on the South East Coast of Barbados and overlooks a half-mile of pink sands known as Crane Beach, often rated amongst the worlds best . Known for casual luxury and warm hospitality, many of The Crane’s luxurious suites feature their own private pools or gardens and full kitchens.

Six swimming pools, spa and fitness centre, two tennis courts, a retail shopping Village, four restaurants and two bars round out the options at this relaxing resort

The right choice?

This unique hotel will appeal to couples and families looking for a property that combines elegance, old-world charm and incredible natural beauty with a romantic sense of seclusion. Ideal for those looking for luxurious accommodation in the Caribbean.

Swimming pools

The pool at The Crane is famous for it's Doric columns and cliff top position, overlooking the scenic Crane Beach. This beautiful and tranquil setting has one of the most unique sea views in the world. The resort also boasts an impressive 1.5 acre multi-cascading pool complex. The new pools, offer fabulous views from several different pool decks, three free-form lagoon pools are now set into the cliff side, connected by a series of three waterfalls, one falling 15 feet over a rubble wall with a seating area under the waterfall. At the top of the area, a fourth infinity edge pool sits between two restored ruins and features spectacular views of both the resort and the sea. This infinity pool is backed by a fish pond and cascading waterfall. The pools also feature the Carriage house bar and restaurant and a large spa pool with open windows to the sea. Shallow wading areas for children are provided.

Eating and drinking

CraneCarriage hotel houses 4 impressive restaurants - L'Azure, D'Onofrios, Zen and The Carriage House. The Carriage House is the newest edition, offering serves light lunches and casual cuisine with spectacular ocean views over our landscaped pools - serving both lunch and dinner. Dinner at The Carriage House - served between 6pm and 8.30pm - includes mouth-watering delights, such as fire grilled lobster, shrimp kebabs, a variety of salads and side orders and desserts; fresh fruit platter, cherry cheesecake and chocolate gateau. Best of all, it caters to the whole family.

The hotels award winning L'Azure restaurant has offered fresh seafood and panoramic sea views for over a century, and serves up a tempting range of classic and Caribbean delicacies. The elegant dining atmosphere is enhanced by views of spectacular Crane Beach. There is a wonderful Sunday brunch with live Caribbean gospel music in the morning and a traditional Barbadian Sunday buffet lunch. The Crane's asian restaurant, Zen, features classic Thai and Japanese cuisine with traditional Tatami rooms, an exquisite sushi bar and the option for guests to enjoy private dining. The new D’onofrios Italian, located in the heart of the Crane Village, serves casual homestyle Italian fare.

Beach service and full in-room dining complete the offering and breakfast is included in rates. Most accommodations feature full kitchens, the on-site General Store sells a range of foods and beverages to make use of your kitchen facilities.

Please note: The main dining room of L’Azure was damaged by Tropical StormTomas in November 2010. Whilst repair and refurbishment works commence, L’Azure is operating as usual from the beautiful Pavillion Room.

Accommodation

Junior Suite with garden view

1 Bed Ocean View Private Residence

1 Bed Ocean View Private Residence with plunge pool

2 Bed Ocean View Private Residence

2 Bed Ocean View Private Residence with plunge pool or roof terrace

All have four poster king-size beds marble bathroom/shower WC coral stone walls high ceilings central air conditioning ceiling fan Jacuzzi telephone iron and ironing board safe cable TV DVD player free internet balcony/terrace hairdryer robes kitchen facilities (certain amenities may be payable locally) living/dining area. (Private residences have separate living and dining rooms, full kitchens, second powder room, large balcony with ocean views)

Suitable for

Couples and Families, Honeymooners , Weddings, Meetings and Groups