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The Crane

Set on stunning cliff-top grounds overlooking its spectacular east coast beach and frequently voted among the world’s best. An enchanting combination of historic charm, Caribbean character and culinary delights.

Accommodation

230 rooms, suites and private residences with luxuriously appointed marble bathrooms, four poster beds, television, DVD player,  tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, Jacuzzi bath, shower and balcony or terrace.
Gardenview junior suites have a Kitchenette with garden views.
One bedroom residenses have ocean views and full kitchen, or the options of upgrading to include plunge pool or a 28ft pool.
Residences enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, kitchenette or full kitchen, Jacuzzi bath and a balcony or terrace.
Two bedroom residences have private plunge pools.
Two or Three bedroom penthouses have plunge pools and rooftop terraces with plunge pools and Jacuzzis.

Restaurants

L'Azure - Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, a Sunday ‘Gospel Brunch’ and a Sunday lunch buffet, with sea views. Carriage House – Poolside casual lunches and cocktails. Zen – Thai and Japanese. D’onofrios – Authentic Southern Italian cuisine. L'Azur

Other details

Minimum stay: 3 nights Dec21-Apr25 and Nov11-Dec20, 2 nights rest of year. The resort is not suitable for people with walking difficulties due to some steps.

Key information

Rooms
  • 202
Airport transfer time
  • 6 minutes

Kuoni Plus

2012 OFFERS

EARLYBIRD SAVER

Book by Jan31 and receive a discount of up to £91 per couple per night for stays Apr14-Nov16 (minimum 4 night stay), plus receive 3 spa treatments per person (2 adults).

HONEYMOON OFFER
•   Wine and flowers in room on arrival (minimum 3 nights stay)
•   Room upgrade, subject to availability (minimum 7 night stay).


CHILD OFFER - CHILD STAYS FREE
•   Up to 2 children up to age 12 eat and stay free when sharing with 2 adults, valid Apr14-Nov 13.
•   Book by Mar 31 (minimum 4 night stay). Complimentary babysitting for 2 nights (3 hours per night), plus access to the kids' club.

For up-to-date details of offers please use our online booking process or call us on 01306 747002.

Perfect Moment

Sunday 'gospel brunch' is an unmissable experience, with some of the most talented gospel singers in Barbados. We recommend chilling into Sunday afternoon with live steel pan entertainment to accompany a traditional Bajan buffet lunch, before you soak up the sun and atmosphere on the perfect Crane beach. The ultimate Sunday . . .

Facilities

40 acres of cliff-top grounds overlooking perfect Crane beach, an infinity pool and cascading complex of lagoon pools, Crane shopping Village area with one bar, Italian restaurant, bakery/cafe and fitness centre. Other dining options include The Carriage House poolside restaurant for casual lunch, L’Azure (Caribbean and Continental) and Zen Thai and Japanese (voted by Zagat as top restaurant in Barbados).

Swimming Pools

Two delightfully scenic pool areas with one overlooking Crane Beach, which allows the unique pleasure of relaxing while watching the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean, both beautiful and tranquil, this setting is certainly one of the most unique sea views. Thi

Spa and beauty

Ozone fitness centre with 2 spa rooms

Location

On the South-east coast, six minutes from the airport.

Public transport

outside resort

Beach description

There is a beach elevator to take you down to the world famous Crane Beach, where an abundance of complimentary loungers and umbrellas are available. Drinks are available from a booth on the beach and free boogie boards are available from reception.

Climate data for this region

Best time to visit

Between December and June.

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Explore the surroundings

Destination introduction

Barbados holidays offer pure relaxation, with some of the finest hotels in the Caribbean. The sophisticated west coast has superb hotels, excellent restaurants, white sand beaches and clear calm waters - ideal for swimming. The livelier popular south coast boasts some of the island's best beaches as well as the chic bars and glittering nightlife of St Lawrence Gap.

A great variety of accommodation ensures a fabulous beach holiday for all. Stay in unique properties such as a plantation, watch sunsets on the beach, unwind in a spa or cruise the waves on a restored clipper.

Choose from a wide selection of Barbados offers.

Barbados holiday highlights
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The island's clear warm waters and stunning barrier reefs are teeming with colourful fish and other marine life - ideal for snorkelling.
•   Venture underground and explore Harrison's Cave, an enchanting limestone cave of beautiful stalactites and stalacmites where crystal clear streams flow into waterfalls that cascade into clear emerald pools.
•   Swim with sea turtles for a magical holiday experience.
•   Enjoy a thrilling range of watersports from some of the Caribbean's most stunning beaches.
•   Discover the secret to crafting some of the world's finest rums and enjoy taste-testing with a tour of one of the island's famous rum factories.
•   The climate, spectacular scenery and astounding courses make Barbados a golfers' paradise.
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Visit former plantations, romantically ruined or skilfully reused, such as the Flower Forest at Richmond Plantation.

Barbados All Inclusive Holidays

Barbados is a jewel of the Caribbean and an island of sophistication, tranquility and beauty. Barbados is also home to some of the region's best and finest hotels, many of which offer all inclusive packages for Kuoni guests. Choose one of our
Barbados all inclusive holidays to discover the perfect way to relax.

Barbados Honeymoons

All of our
Barbados hotels make for fabulous honeymoon settings, but we have specially labelled a few of our favourite, most romantic retreats that we think make the most perfect settings for your dream honeymoon in Barbados. Please note that due to local laws and customs, same sex honeymoons are not recommended in Barbados.

Barbados Weddings
Getting married in Barbados is a magical way to tie the knot. Look out for our ‘Wedding’ labelled Barbados hotels for our specially negotiated Barbados wedding packages. All of our Barbados wedding hotels also offer Renewal of Vows ceremonies and many also offer special offers and discounts, please see the individual pages for details.

Barbados Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni you can create your own dream holiday by customising your trip, choosing different combinations of nights, hotels and resorts.
•   Call our Personal Travel Experts on 01306 747002 who will be happy to talk you through your requirements and provide a personalised quotation.
•   Request a quote online

Find out more...
•   Discover all about Barbados with our Information and Facts.
•   Read our i-travel articles for more inspiration and ideas.

Other similar destinations
Within the Caribbean you might also consider a
holiday in St Lucia, Antigua, Grenada, Jamaica or further afield in the Maldives or Mauritius.

Sports

Watersports
Hit the island’s pristine beaches for deep-sea fishing: kite-, wind- and board-surfing; scuba diving; and snorkelling.

Shopping

A duty-free shopping paradise, in Barbados you can browse for designer fashion, jewellery and anything else you can think of, plus local handicrafts at the markets and galleries that dot the island.

Excursions

Zip-line through tropical forest and go hiking through stunning surroundings.

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