This intimate, small hotel is discreetly located on the West Coast of Barbados. Lush gardens with beautiful flowering plants lead down to a large bay where the swimming is excellent in the clear waters of the Caribbean.

A mosaic tiled swiming pool is located in the gardens, by the bar and restaurant which is renowned as being one of the finest dining spots on the island. A watersports operation at the resort offers complimentary waterskiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, Hobiecat and Sunfish sailing. Scuba diving and deep sea fishing are also available at an additional charge and there is an underwater park 5 minutes walk down the beach which is excellent for diving and snorkeling. Two hard surface tennis courts are lit for night play.

Room and suite accommodations are beautifully furnished and have private terraces. The suites are particularly luxurious with separate living rooms, kitchens and large terraces.

Family owned and operated, The Sandpiper is run with meticulous attention to detail without sacrificing the relaxed manner of the Caribbean. Combined with the staff's enthusiasm for pampering their guests, this results in many appreciative visitors choosing to return year after year.

Island Inns specializes in luxury hotels and villas in the Caribbean and Bahamas.