The Sands Barbados

Barbados, Caribbean

Star rating

Supersaver Room
Supersaver Room
Supersaver Room bathroom
On The Water
Signature Room
Signature Room
Signature Room bathroom
Signatue Room patio
Signature Room
1 Bed Suite living area
1 Bed Suite bedroom
1 Bed Suite patio
2 Bed Duplex
2 Bed Duplex
2 Bed Duplex master
2 Bed Duplex master
2 Bed Duplex second bedroom
2 Bed Duplex
Penthouse Suite view
3 Bed Suite
Penthouse Suite living area
Penthouse Suite
Penthouse Suite master
Penthouse Suite bathroom
View from Penthouse Suite
Spa
Supersaver Room
Supersaver Room
Supersaver Room bathroom
On The Water
Signature Room
Signature Room
Signature Room bathroom
Signatue Room patio
Signature Room
1 Bed Suite living area
1 Bed Suite bedroom
1 Bed Suite patio
2 Bed Duplex
2 Bed Duplex
2 Bed Duplex master
2 Bed Duplex master
2 Bed Duplex second bedroom
2 Bed Duplex
Penthouse Suite view
3 Bed Suite
Penthouse Suite living area
Penthouse Suite
Penthouse Suite master
Penthouse Suite bathroom
View from Penthouse Suite
Spa

The hotel

Occupying one of the most sought-after beachfront settings in Barbados, the All Inclusive Sands offers not just sun, sea, and sand by the bucketful, but very comfortable accommodation too. Choose from a variety of room options, including a garden studio with gorgeous tropical views or an oceanfront family suite, all with plenty of amenities, including complimentary WiFi, to make you feel right at home. Not that you’ll be in your room too long, there’s too much else on-site to tempt you, with a swimming pool, spa, and fitness centre to keep you occupied. St Lawrence Gap, the entertainment capital of Barbados, is just a few minutes away, featuring some of the best restaurants, bars and nightclubs on the island. Want to stay closer to home? No problem. The Sands boasts two restaurants of its own as well as two bars in which to linger over drinks and eats.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Babysitting service
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking

Where is it

On Worthing Beach, within easy walking distance of St. Lawrence Gap. Oistins Bay Garden market is a short taxi ride away. Transfer time from airport: 15 minutes.

Hotel information

87 rooms. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, complimentary WiFi, fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, and iron and ironing board. All rooms have bathrooms with showers. Virgin Supersaver rooms are cosy and open to internal corridors, they have small frosted windows but do not have balconies/patios or a mini-fridge (all other room categories will include this). Rooms have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.


All Inclusive of: Full Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, and Dinner. Snack menu 11am -4 pm daily. All drinks, including house wine with meals. Exceptions are prosecco, champagne, speciality wines and bottled water. Weekly Manager’s cocktail reception. Live entertainment/music at night. Watersports: snorkelling, kayaking, body boards. Free scuba lesson in swimming pool (on request). All activities featured in the all-inclusive programme are subject to availability, demand, and weather conditions. 


Please note: guests must be 18 years or over to be served alcohol.

Room upgrades

The Sands Signature Rooms have either a patio or balcony with garden views and 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

One-Bedroom Garden/Pool Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedroom only. These suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge and flat-screen television with cable channels. The bedroom has 1 queen-size bed (twin beds on request) and a sofa in the living area, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

One-Bedroom Ocean View Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedroom only. These suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge and flat screen television with cable channels. The bedroom has 1 queen-size bed (twin beds on request) and a sofa in the living area, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Two-Bedroom Garden/Pool View Duplex Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedrooms only. The duplex suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge, a sofa and flat-screen television with cable channels. Bedrooms are located upstairs and have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Two-Bedroom Garden/Pool Family Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedrooms only. The family suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge, and a flat-screen television with cable channels. Suites sleep maximum 4 adults and 2 children (under 16 years).

Two-Bedroom Ocean View Duplex Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedrooms only. The duplex suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge, a sofa and a flat-screen television with cable channels. Bedrooms are located upstairs, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Please note: children under 6 years are not allowed in the duplex Suites

Two-Bedroom Ocean View Family Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedrooms only. These suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedroom only. The family suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge, and a flat-screen television with cable channels. Suites sleep maximum 4 adults and 2 children (under 16 years).

Three-Bedroom Garden/Pool Suites have either a patio or balcony and are air-conditioned in the bedrooms only. These suites feature a separate living/dining area with tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge, sofa and a flat-screen television with cable channels. Suites sleep maximum 6 adults or 2 adults and 4 children.

Two-Bedroom Penthouse Suites are air-conditioned in the bedrooms only. Penthouse suites feature a separate fan-cooled living/dining area with a sofa, flat-screen television with cable channels. The oceanfront Penthouse Suites are on the highest floor and is well appointed with magnificent oceanfront view, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Please note: children under 13 years are not allowed to stay in the Penthouse Suites.

On The Water (beachfront restaurant serving Caribbean/International cuisine - open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering both buffet style and a set menu). Noir* (à la carte rooftop restaurant, open 5 nights a week for dinner only - guests 12 years and over only). 2 bars (the main bar is open from 10:00am-11:00pm and the second bar is open when Noir is). Afternoon tea. Snack menu available daily from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Room service*.

Please note: guests may dine at Noir once per stay. Subsequent visits will be subject to availability and additional supplement.

Please note: reservations are required for lunch and dinner at both restaurants.

Nightly live music from 8.30pm-10.00pm. A selection of complimentary seasonal activities and programmes are available to kids and teens during Christmas, Easter and the Summer school holidays. Subject to change and rotation, and will run based on minimum numbers.

Saltwater swimming pool. Reflections Spa*. Fitness centre. Non-motorised water sports including kayaking, paddle boards and body boards. Snorkelling equipment.

 Complimentary WiFi access. Guests Lounge with computer (with Internet access). 24-hour reception. Complimentary parking. Laundry service*. Babysitting service* (on request).

A Tourism Fee will be charged per bedroom, per night and will be collected at check out. The rate is subject to change by the Government, and varies by hotel room. Fees currently range from 8.75 Barbadian dollar (approximately £3.90) to 35 Barbadian dollar​ (approximately £16.00) per bedroom, per night. 

3 nights between 1 Apr-22 Dec.

5 nights between 6 Jan-31 Mar.

7 nights between 23 Dec-5 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

The Sands check out time is 12 noon. Check in is at 4:00pm.

Please note: all rooms are non-smoking (including on balconies). Smoking is permitted in limited areas around the hotel.

Please note: room towels are changed daily and bed linen is changed every 3 days or as required.

Dress codes

On The Water: the evening dress code is smart casual. Gentlemen may wear smart dress shorts and short sleeved shirts (polo shirts are allowed). Ladies tops/blouses must be full cover. Please note that no sports replica shirts or club branded merchandise are allowed at dinner. Smart jeans are allowed. No flip flops or trainers are allowed in the evening in the restaurant.

Cover-ups are required in the restaurant for breakfast and lunch and footwear is required in the restaurant at all times.

Noir Restaurant (à la carte): elegantly casual. Full-length trousers for gentleman and shirts with sleeves (either short or long sleeve), smart casual footwear. Stylish jeans and polo shirts are allowed. No T-shirts, sports replica shirts or club branded merchandise. No distressed jeans, three quarter pants, cargos or shorts (shorts applies to ladies also). No running shoes, flip-flops or caps are allowed in the restaurant. Children under 12 years are not allowed in Noir Restaurant.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Would happily return again!

Sep 5, 2026 Mitchell G Lincoln, United Kingdom

First time visiting this hotel and Barbados in general, it had everything we expected and needed throughout our stay. The location is great being right on the beach which they keep as clean as possible given the sargassum that appears every day, it was 15-20 minutes into Bridgetown on the bus or they will arrange a taxi if you ask. 10 minute walk… Read more
First time visiting this hotel and Barbados in general, it had everything we expected and needed throughout our stay. The location is great being right on the beach which they keep as clean as possible given the sargassum that appears every day, it was 15-20 minutes into Bridgetown on the bus or they will arrange a taxi if you ask. 10 minute walk to the gap if you want the ‘tourist’ experience and a few shops and bars right outside the hotel. My only things that prevented 5 stars, which would not prevent me returning but did stop it being ‘perfect’. Not much in the way of entertainment, I didn’t want the European all inclusive experience with DJs all day long but during the day the atmosphere is a bit dry, if you bring kids there’s not much for them beyond the pool, no ice cream or games on offer etc. If you’re wanting to sit around and relax then it’s perfect. The staff were nice but I wouldn’t say overly friendly or approachable. They were professional and didn’t make me feel uncomfortable it just wasn’t totally what I expected, a few team members were more engaging but on the whole the service seemed a bit dry and maybe not as friendly as I was expecting. One day we asked for the bar menu as we didn’t want to sit or want the burgers they have on for lunch and were told ‘no, we aren’t doing it’ when they family we were with had already ordered from it 5 minutes previously… It would not prevent me from returning again but I would know what to expect next time. The food is good, varies between a la carte and buffet but very similar food for both, either way it was very nicely prepared. Always a fish, meat or vegetarian dish on offer. The fish in particular was always prepared fantastically no matter the catch. The apartment was nice and cool, clean throughout and everything you want for space when away. Despite these points I would highly recommend to anyone, it’s 90% of what you would get at a resort like sandals for 1/3 of the price. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable stay at The Sands

Aug 31, 2026 Laura P

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable stay at The Sands We arrived at The Sands as a family of four, the day before we were due to get married, and from the moment we arrived, we knew we were somewhere special. We stayed in a family suite, which was absolutely perfect for us. The rooms were spacious, beautifully clean and had everything we needed. Over… Read more
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable stay at The Sands We arrived at The Sands as a family of four, the day before we were due to get married, and from the moment we arrived, we knew we were somewhere special. We stayed in a family suite, which was absolutely perfect for us. The rooms were spacious, beautifully clean and had everything we needed. Over our four-day stay, the whole experience was incredible, and the staff truly went above and beyond to make our time there so memorable. A huge thank you to Marsha, our wedding coordinator, who was absolutely amazing. Everything was arranged through Marsha, and she took care of our entire wedding, right down to the smallest detail. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and she made the whole process so easy and stress-free. She understood exactly what we wanted and brought everything together perfectly. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better person to look after our special day. Our wedding day was everything we had dreamed of and more. One of the most touching moments was seeing so many of the staff come down to watch, support us and celebrate with us. It made the day feel so personal and genuinely felt like we were surrounded by family. A special thank you to Michael, our videographer, who was so professional from start to finish. He took the time to spend time with us before the wedding, making sure he understood what we wanted, and then went above and beyond to capture all the perfect shots and precious moments. We can’t wait to relive the day through his work. Sharon, my makeup artist, and Kelly, my hairstylist, deserve a huge mention too. They both went out of their way to make sure I felt absolutely amazing on my wedding day. Their care, attention and effort meant so much to me. And we can’t forget the cake and flowers! The cake looked incredible and honestly tasted every bit as good as it looked, while the flowers were absolutely out of this world. They were such a beautiful part of the day and really helped bring everything together. Our wedding day was truly perfect — more than we could ever have hoped for. But it wasn’t just the wedding. Our entire stay at The Sands was amazing. Every member of staff we met contributed to making our experience so special. The warmth, kindness and genuine care we received will stay with us for a very long time. Thank you to everyone at The Sands for making such an important and special time in our lives completely unforgettable. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, we felt so welcomed and looked after. We will always treasure the memories we made here, and we will definitely be back! Thank you, The Sands, for making our wedding dreams come true and giving us memories we will cherish forever. ✨ Read less
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Aug 20, 2026 Jessica P

We have had a lovely week at this hotel. We stayed all inclusive. Everyone was lovely welcoming and extremely helpful. The hotel itself is clean, food is good with kids options and lots of help with a small baby. Pool is good for a young family. Special mention to Jacqueline, Destiny, Danny, Antonio, Emerson and Gregory (who put up with various… Read more
We have had a lovely week at this hotel. We stayed all inclusive. Everyone was lovely welcoming and extremely helpful. The hotel itself is clean, food is good with kids options and lots of help with a small baby. Pool is good for a young family. Special mention to Jacqueline, Destiny, Danny, Antonio, Emerson and Gregory (who put up with various cocktail requests). I was worried about bad reviews before going and any poor comments were groundless. Recommendations outside the hotel. Antonio for excursions (island tour and horse riding in the sea) and savvy on the bay for Carlisle Beach. All great and memorable. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Disappointing 3 star resort

Aug 12, 2026 Michael C

One star – disappointing stay We spent 14 nights at The Sands Barbados for a friend’s wedding, booked through Virgin Holidays. While Barbados itself is a beautiful island and our room was spacious and kept clean, unfortunately the hotel fell well short of the four-star all-inclusive experience we expected. Our main concerns were repetitive and… Read more
One star – disappointing stay We spent 14 nights at The Sands Barbados for a friend’s wedding, booked through Virgin Holidays. While Barbados itself is a beautiful island and our room was spacious and kept clean, unfortunately the hotel fell well short of the four-star all-inclusive experience we expected. Our main concerns were repetitive and basic food, stomach upsets, restaurant hygiene issues including birds and flies, inconsistent service, limited entertainment and poor maintenance. The beach was particularly disappointing. Significant erosion and extensive sargassum seaweed meant that the beach and sea looked nothing like the attractive images used to promote the resort. We appreciate that seaweed is a natural issue, but the difference between the advertising and what we experienced felt very misleading. Because of the food and lack of entertainment, we spent much more time and money outside the resort, which largely defeated the purpose of booking all-inclusive. We raised our concerns with Virgin Holidays during the stay and these were escalated to the hotel manager. While our room was eventually changed, most of the wider issues remained. The pool was 4feet at the deepest point, poorly maintained and often cloudy. The service was often inconsistent and at times rude. Based on our experience, we personally felt The Sands was closer to a three-star standard. Barbados itself is somewhere we would happily return to, but unfortunately we would not choose The Sands again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Disappointing second visit

Aug 12, 2026 Shamus1007 Newmarket, Canada

After an exceptional stay last year, our return to The Sands was a major disappointment. Across the buffet, Noir, and dinner, all proteins were severely overcooked, dry, and tough, and drink servers vanished for the second half of our trip. From check-in to check-out, staff were dismissive, disrespectful, and distracted by their phones. While we… Read more
After an exceptional stay last year, our return to The Sands was a major disappointment. Across the buffet, Noir, and dinner, all proteins were severely overcooked, dry, and tough, and drink servers vanished for the second half of our trip. From check-in to check-out, staff were dismissive, disrespectful, and distracted by their phones. While we love Barbados and enjoyed local gems like the Worthington Food Court and Beans and Bagel, we will never return to The Sands. Read less