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Sandy Lane is one of the big-name stays in Barbados, and if you're the sort of golfer who likes their holiday with a side of "pinch me" luxury, this one's hard to beat. You've got three courses on site, a seriously good spa, a private beach and service that's as polished as the greens.
The headline, of course, is Green Monkey. It's a Tom Fazio design carved out of an old quarry and it's only available to Sandy Lane guests, which gives the whole place that rare "members-only" feel without the membership. Alongside it you've got The Country Club and The Old Nine, both offering a more traditional resort-golf look and feel, with plenty of coastal views when the landscape opens up.
Off the course, Sandy Lane leans into privacy, space and calm. If you want your own retreat within one of the Caribbean's most celebrated resorts, it delivers, and it's a great shout for couples, small groups and mixed parties where not everyone wants 36 holes a day. If you're browsing other standout options in the region, you can also explore our picks for the best golf resorts in the Caribbean.
Who is this for?
Golfers who want a true bucket-list round at Green Monkey plus two on-site courses, couples and mixed groups who need five-star beach and spa time alongside golf, and small groups who like privacy, great food and a resort that feels special without being noisy.
Who is it best for?
Golfers happy to pay for exclusivity, standout service and a big-name Caribbean resort, players who want golf in the morning and a proper luxury resort afternoon (spa, beach, cocktails), and travellers who value seamless logistics and like everything handled for them.
Fancy making Green Monkey the centrepiece of a proper bucket-list trip? Speak to the team and we'll build tee times, transfers and the right room category around it.
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The Green Monkey is the name on everyone's list in terms of Caribbean golf. Named after the local primates with whom golfers share the Sandy Lane experience, the Green Monkey is an awe-inspiring new championship track devised by the great Tom Fazio.
Carved amazingly into an old quarry, the course is only available to resort guests, and is a formidable challenge from the 7,389 yard Masters tees. The signature hole, and the new hallmark of Fazio's creation, is the sand-surrounded grass island carved into the shape of the legendary Bajan Green Monkey.
If you are a serious golfer, Sandy Lane's Green Monkey belongs in the elite group of the world's most spectacular courses, alongside the likes of Pebble Beach and Kingsbarns.
The Green Monkey at Sandy Lane is ranked as one of the best courses in the Caribbean
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Tom Fazio |
| Opened for play | 2004 |
| Masters | 7,343 yards | SSS 76 |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 6,855 yards | SSS 74.7 |
| Challenge | 6,399 yards | SSS 71.7 |
| Seniors | 5,973 yards | SSS 70.1 |
| Ladies | 5,410 yards | SSS 72.4 |
The Country Club at Sandy Lane is far more open, and from the gently sloping fairways, it is almost always possible to gaze out over the Caribbean. The lush green is in contrast to the five lakes which are carved into the layout, which can be stretched to 7,060 yards for a fantastic and challenging proposition.
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Tom Fazio |
| Opened for play | 2001 |
| Ability | 7,060 yards | SSS 74.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Hope | 6,542 yards | SSS 72.4 |
| Humility | 6,107 yards | SSS 70.4 |
| Respect | 5,661 yards | SSS 74.2 |
| Reality | 5,089 yards | SSS 70.8 |
The Old Nine, now in the shadow of Sandy Lane's new developments, was the first building block of the astounding golf complex, and its tree-lined fairways typify the estate. Remaining intimate and challenging, the Old Nine is an integral part of the Sandy Lane experience.
| Par | 36 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Robertson Ward |
| Opened for play | 1961 |
| Hope | 3,345 yards | SSS 35.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Respect | 3,216 yards | SSS 35.2 |
| Reality | 2,907 yards | SSS 35.2 |
Accommodation at Sandy Lane is unapologetically five-star and, importantly for a long-haul trip, it's spacious. The resort has 112 rooms and suites, with an average size around 900 sq ft, so even the entry categories feel generous. Expect modern comforts like a 42-inch TV, HiFi system, in-room safe and private bar, plus bathrooms with multi-spray showers and heated mirrors. Every room includes a private veranda, with views across the gardens or out towards the Caribbean.
If privacy is high on your list, it's worth looking at the top categories. The Sandy Lane Suite and The Villa at Sandy Lane are the statement options, giving you noticeably more space and a more secluded feel, while still keeping you close to the restaurants, spa and beach. If you're travelling as a couple, it's the sort of upgrade you'll feel every day rather than just at check-in.
The other reason people come back is the service. It's attentive without being overbearing, and it makes a difference when you're juggling tee times, spa bookings and dinner reservations. Staff pay attention to the smallest detail, whether you're on the course, at the spa or simply relaxing by the pool, and it's that level of care that sets Sandy Lane apart from standard five-star resorts.
Beyond the rooms, the resort facilities are exactly what you'd expect from a property of this calibre. The Spa at Sandy Lane sits in a Romanesque building fronted by a waterfall that cascades into the freeform swimming pool. Each spa suite includes a private shower and changing area, and treatments draw influence from the Caribbean, Europe and the Far East, all delivered by Barbadian therapists who combine skill with genuine warmth.
You'll also find floodlit tennis courts, a freshwater pool and a private beach managed by personal attendants, where you can unwind or try the resort's selection of water sports and diving. Families travelling with children will appreciate The Treehouse Club, where kids can enjoy supervised activities and attractions across the resort.
Dining at Sandy Lane is exceptional. L'Acajou serves haut cuisine built around the freshest local seafood, while Bajan Blue offers a more casual setting without compromising on quality. Across the resort's five bars, the Green Monkey bar is a favourite, serving freshly mixed cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere that captures the best of Caribbean hospitality.
If you want us to recommend the best room category for your group size and budget, we can guide you through the options and build it into a complete package.
Graham
✓27 Mar 2022
Could not fault the hotel,every request catered for promptly
Dennis
✓11 Dec 2021
Absolutely fantastic hotel. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive. Food and drink excellent. Fabulous beach and weather!
Julian
✓12 Nov 2021
Expensive but awesome!
Paul
✓31 Dec 2025
They welcome was very warm, Caddies are compulsory, this adds to the expense. The caddy kept the game moving at a pace that was a little too fast ( didn't think I'd ever say that). We hit balls at times that made you uncomfortable, too close to those on front. The fairways & greens were in excellent condition. Low handicap golfers, good putters may find it easy.The clubhouse is very nice.The shop is well stocked but only half the product is available to guests og Sandy Lane gold course, the remaining product is only available to guests of the Sandy Lane Hotel.
Kathryn
✓7 Mar 2025
Although the course was highly manicured and attractive, the fairways were so wide as to present little challenge. The greens were very fast but sandy so that it was difficult to judge pace and borrow. The course is very long so needs tenacity in the heat. The buggy master & pro shop set up are very slick and the changing rooms/showers are beautiful. We were glad that we were not playing more than one round on this course as it was the least challenging that we played. We also had to pay 100BBD for a caddy who we did not really need.
Graham
✓27 Mar 2022
Great experience on a stunning course carved out of a quarry. Cost hard to justify.
Graham
✓27 Mar 2022
Forgiving course as the fairways are wide.The greens are challenging.
Dennis
✓11 Dec 2021
Amazing golf course. Stunning scenery and views . Fairways like green carpet and scary fast greens. Great experience and one of my golfing highlights. Must go back.
Dennis
✓11 Dec 2021
Nice course. Wide fairways. Great condition. Greens were good.
Julian
✓12 Nov 2021
What a course. Visitors have to be stopping at the course and the only tee times available are 8.30 to 9.30. Best course in terms of condition I have ever played, with stunning scenery. Mandatory caddie very helpful-ask for Joseph Henry-he is brilliant.
Julian
✓12 Nov 2021
See above
Julian
✓12 Nov 2021
Great course. Mandatory caddies which was very helpful, especially on the greens which were 12-13 on the stint.
Stuart
✓6 Jan 2020
overall, outstanding resort course. play of 16 (fair weather golfer) and knocked 38 Pts
