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The Crane Residential Resort

Crane Ocean City, BB18079 Barbados

Historic Barbados cliff-top resort above coral-sand beach

Vast ocean views
Featuring panoramic views from atop a 21-m (70-ft) cliff, this Barbados resort overlooks a coral-sand beach, 16 km (10 mi) from St Lawrence Gap and 21 km (13.5 mi) from downtown Bridgetown. Show more
Open-air dining
The cliff-top lap pool features a marble sundeck, Roman columns, and ocean vistas. Views are equally impressive from L'Azure, the open-air restaurant at The Crane Residential Resort. Gospel singers perform at Sunday breakfast.
Jetted tubs for two
Guest suites at The Crane Residential Resort fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes, two-person jetted tubs with separate showers, and large patios or balconies with garden or ocean views. Hide

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Junior Garden View Suite
One hand-carved four-poster king bed. Queen sofa bed in living/dining area, along with two-chair dining set in bay-window alcove with louvered shutters. Patio or balcony with two cushioned chairs, cocktail table, garden view. 639 square feet, including balcony. Granite-topped desk. 24-inch TV with DVD/CD player. Fully equipped kitchenette with compact refrigerator, two-burner rangetop, microwave. Marble bathroom with single-sink vanity, two-person jetted tub, glass shower stall. Complimentary high-speed Internet access.
1 Bedroom Ocean View Suite
One hand-carved four-poster king bed in bedroom, along with granite-topped desk, 24-inch TV with VCR. Queen sofa bed in living/dining room, along with loveseat, dining set, carved wine-storage cabinet, 36-inch TV with DVD/CD player. Spacious balcony with two cushioned lounge chairs, two-chair dining set, panoramic ocean view. 1,176 square feet, including balcony. Fully equipped kitchen with ice-maker refrigerator, four-burner range, microwave, dishwasher. Washer/dryer. Marble main bathroom with twin-sink vanity, two-person jetted tub, glass shower stall. Second marble bathroom with glass shower stall (no tub). Complimentary high-speed Internet access.
1 Bedroom Suite with Plunge Pool
One hand-carved four-poster king bed in bedroom, along with granite-topped desk, 24-inch TV with VCR. Queen sofa bed in living/dining room, along with loveseat, dining set, carved wine-storage cabinet, 36-inch TV with DVD/CD player. Spacious balcony with two cushioned lounge chairs, two-chair dining set, private plunge pool, panoramic ocean view. 1,176 square feet, including balcony. Fully equipped kitchen with ice-maker refrigerator, four-burner range, microwave, dishwasher. Washer/dryer. Marble main bathroom with twin-sink vanity, two-person jetted tub, glass shower stall. Second marble bathroom with glass shower stall (no tub). Complimentary high-speed Internet access.
2 Bedroom Oceanview Ste w/ Plunge Pool
Two king handcrafted four-poster beds (one in each bedroom) and one sofa bed in separate living area. Located on floors 1–5. 1,784–2,000 square feet. Large Oriental vase. Mahogany armoires and planters bar. Traditional Barbadian coral-stone walls, floor-to-ceiling cedar doors with adjustable louvered shutters, and hardwood flooring throughout or stone-tile floors. Balcony with sun lounging chairs, table, and ocean view, TV with premium cable channels, VCR, and writing desk in main bedroom. Bay window, balcony or terrace with table and two chairs and garden view, sitting area with two lounge chairs, TV with premium cable channels and VCR, and kitchenette with compact refrigerator in second bedroom. Connecting door between bedrooms along with separate entrances. TV with premium cable channels, DVD player, and dining table. Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator/freezer and ice dispenser, oven, stove, microwave, and dishwasher. Floor-to-ceiling marble main bathroom with jetted tub, spa shower with multiple shower heads, and double vanity. Marble bathroom off second bedroom with jetted tub, shower, separate toilet room, single vanity, hair dryer, and razor point. Guest bathroom with vanity, toilet, and shower. Washer/dryer. Private plunge pool.
3 Bedroom Pentehouse with Plunge Pool
One king four-poster bed in first bedroom, one king four-poster bed in second bedroom, two twin beds in third bedroom, and one sofa bed in separate living area. Private balcony with sun lounging chairs, table, and ocean view. Located on fifth floor. 2,941–3,404 square feet. Large Oriental vase. Mahogany armoires and planters bar. Traditional Barbadian coral-stone walls, floor-to-ceiling cedar doors with adjustable louvered shutters, and hardwood flooring throughout or stone-tile floors. Vaulted cathedral ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, walk-in closet, and writing desk in first bedroom. Bay window, balcony or terrace with table and chairs and garden view, sitting area with two lounge chairs, cable TV and VCR, and kitchenette with compact refrigerator in second bedroom. Connecting doors between bedrooms. Living room with sofa and chairs. Dining room with table for eight. Fully equipped kitchen. Marble bathroom off second bedroom with jetted tub, shower, separate toilet room, single vanity, hair dryer, and razor point. Ensuite bathroom in third bedroom. Washer/dryer. Private plunge pool.
2 Bedroom Deluxe Garden Pool
1 king bed in master bedroom. 2 twin beds in second bedroom. Furnished patio. Private pool and jetted tub. Garden view. Located on ground floor. 2,000 square feet. Large living room with sofa bed. Cable TV. DVD player. Wireless Internet access. Large dining table. Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, ice dispenser, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. 2 bathrooms.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
  • Pets not allowed
  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Check-out time is Noon
Special Check-In Instructions
  • The following resort amenities are currently closed/out of service, after being affected by Tropical Storm Tomas: L'Azure Restaurant dining room

Accessibility Options

To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

  • Accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • In-room accessibility

Property Amenities

L'Azure, the open-air, ocean-view restaurant showcases classic and Caribbean fare, with a focus on fresh seafood. The Sunday buffet breakfast features gospel entertainment, while a steel band performs during Sunday brunch. Zen, located at the cliff's edge, serves Thai and Japanese cuisine and features intimate, private dining rooms and a sushi bar overlooking the ocean.

On Thursdays, a complimentary shuttle transports guests to downtown Bridgetown. A complimentary cocktail party is held Monday nights.

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the lobby and main pool areas of this Barbados resort. Two lobby computers provide complimentary high-speed Internet access.

Ground transportation:

Shuttle vans and private cars of varying prices are available. They can be reserved during the process of booking a reservation for this hotel, via this Web site, and added to the total trip cost.

  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Poolside bar
  • Concierge desk
  • Fitness facilities
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Parking (free)
  • Banquet facilities
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Business services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Security guard
  • Medical assistance available
  • Tour assistance
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator/lift
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Wedding services
  • Coffee shop or café
  • Total number of rooms - 232
  • Babysitting or child care
  • Beach bar
  • Beauty services
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Event catering
  • Shopping center shuttle (complimentary)
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Grocery
  • Technology support staff
  • Beach/pool umbrellas
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 2
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Number of restaurants - 4
  • Complimentary reception
  • Tennis on site
  • Shopping on site
  • Number of buildings/towers - 8
  • Spa services on site
  • Swimming pool - children's
  • Technology helpdesk
The Crane Residential Resort, Ocean City,  Barbados, Property Amenities Pool

Rooms

This Barbados resort offers 232 suites, all with kitchens or kitchenettes, in four apricot-colored colonial-style buildings of two to five stories. All buildings have elevators and air conditioning, except the two-story building, which was the original 1887 hotel.

Suites feature large patios or balconies with dining sets and views of the ocean or gardens. Colonial-style mahogany furniture includes hand-carved four-poster king beds. Marble bathrooms contain two-person jetted tubs and glass stall showers. Coral-stone walls, bleached-wood ceilings, cedar or stone tile floors with floral area rugs, and overstuffed seating covered in white canvas create a high-style tropical ambience. Walls display reproductions of paintings of The Crane and surroundings; the artist was a guest here in 1888.

Additional features include complimentary high-speed Internet access, DVD/CD players, bathrobes, and ceiling fans. The Crane's private residences have air conditioning; guestrooms in the historic building have ceiling fans only. Smoking is permitted only on patios and balconies.

Room Amenities

  • High-speed Internet access
  • Premium television channel(s)
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Patio
  • Separate sitting area
  • Balcony
  • Ceiling fan
  • Climate control
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Internet access (complimentary)
  • Voice mail
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Wake-up calls
  • Turndown service (on request)
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • In-room massage available
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Bathrobes
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Window opens
  • Clock radio
  • Iron/ironing board
  • In-room safe
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cable television service
  • Sofa bed
  • Cribs (infant beds) available

Dining

L'Azure - Open-air dining room and deck providing panoramic ocean view. Windows set in coral-stone arches. Classic and Caribbean cuisine. Á la carte service, including breakfast. Lunch/dinner menu featuring fish, lobster, steak, pasta, rack of lamb. Sandwiches, burgers at lunch, also. Sunday buffet breakfast featuring gospel singers followed by Bajan (Barbadian) lunch buffet with steel band.

Zen - Cliff-edge, air-conditioned Thai/Japanese restaurant. Lily pond, window wall with panoramic ocean view. Sushi bar, tatami room, private dining rooms with sliding rice-paper doors. Black-lacquer furniture. Slate floor. Displays of antique samurai suite, Japanese wedding gown. Open for dinner. Closed Tuesdays. Reservations required. Dress code: long pants for men.

D'Onofrio's - Features classic southern Italian dishes. Guests can dine inside or enjoy al fresco dining street side or on the patio.

Bar 1887 - Bar with a wrap-around verandah. Live entertainment, fine wines, cocktails, and rums from around the world.

Carriage House Restaurant - Serves light dishes and tropical cocktails throughout the day.

Daily breakfast (surcharge) is available from early to late morning. Manager's reception in the evening.

The Crane Residential Resort, Ocean City,  Barbados, Dining Restaurant

Recreation

Below the cliff, a 250-m (273-yd) coral-sand beach faces the Atlantic Ocean. Wading depth extends out approximately 68.5 m (75 yds). An offshore reef tames ocean swells in most weather. Umbrellas and lounge chairs dot the beach. Guests enjoy complimentary use of boogie boards.

Overlooking the ocean from the cliff, the 26 x 12.25-m (85 x 40-ft) pool is fronted by Roman-style columns and surrounded by a marble sundeck with umbrellas and thickly cushioned lounge chairs.

As part of its rest-and-relaxation theme, the resort offers few group activities except for complimentary garden tours and Friday-night stargazing sessions with an astronomer (surcharge).

The 18-hole Barbados Golf Club is 12 km (7.5 mi) away.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the resort; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/boogie boarding on site
  • Swimming on site
  • Tennis lessons on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

Spa

  • Number of treatment rooms - 2
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body wraps
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Massages
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at The Crane Residential Resort

4.4
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
4.3
Hotel condition:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
3.9
Neighborhood:
3.7
92%

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Elaine D from Spring, TX
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 9 2011

“Honeymoon Paradise”

Wonderful resort!! Quiet, relaxing, and gorgeous!! Great for a honeymoon or getaway from stress.

Area recommendations
We loved the privacy and quietness of The Crane even though the water was too rough to do much swimming. The pools are beautiful, so it really was not a problem. But if you like to swim or snorkel, the west side of the island would be better. We thought the west side was too crowded and wanted the peace and quiet.
Events and shows
Don't miss the Cool Runnings catamaran cruise! We also went to the Bajan Rhythms and Roots dinner show and the Harbor Masters Dinner Cruise. Both excellent. Somewhat pricey, but the Cliff restaurant is to die for.
Emily M from Oklahoma City, OK
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 23 2011

“Planning our next stay!!!!”

We had an amazing time at The Crane! We were hesitant to book here after some of the air conditioning complaints but I'm glad we ignored those because we would have missed out on an experience of a lifetime!!! The Crane is a little secluded but this makes the experience - beautiful resort, gorgeous beach, and exceptional staff. We will definitely be back! The restaurants are pricey but comparable to other places on the island. We went to the grocery store and used our full kitchen in the room. I would recommend renting a car to explore the island. Barbados and The Crane were beyond my expectations and I was sad to have to leave!!

Area recommendations
Definitely experience Holetown - the shopping is better than Bridgetown and a fun place to drive to! Definitely go to Oisten's on Friday night - this was the highlight of our trip!!
Outdoors or beach
The Crane beach is absolutely gorgeous but a bit rough for swimming especially if you have little kids. If you want to swim - either use the beautiful pools at The Crane or explore one of the many beaches in Barbados!!
Brent G from Dallas
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Sep 26 2011

“Great Resort”

The room was great and resort is very nice and larger than others in Barbados. The location is a bit secluded but taxis are always available. Only one restaurant was open for lunch on the resort which got old. Zen is a great restaurant and the Italian place was good. The wi-fi worked near the lobby but did not work in our room. We had a suite with the plunge pool, the plung pool is good for looks but didn't use it a lot as it was cold. The balcony was great with a great pool and the room overall was wonderful.

Area recommendations
The Gap is fun and has good restaurants.
A Traveler from North Carolina
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Sep 9 2011

“secluded”

It is a beautiful property and the pools and rooms are wonderful. The food was nothing special in the restaurants. Taxi rides were $30-$40 US one way to other parts of the island. The beach was incredible as were the people who worked there. It's a good place to go to get away from it all. The views were also awesome.

A Traveler from Milton, MA
4.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Aug 15 2011

“Nice acccommodations, needs better service”

Locked out our room for an hour and a half due to dead battery. Room service usually got the order wrong and didn't correct it. Grounds were lovely, but located a half hour drive from almost everything. Can't snorkel at the hotel beach - the Atlantic side of the island (East) has very rough waves.

A Traveler
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jul 29 2011

“Crane Resort in Barbados”

Positives The Hotel is AWESOME!!! Prices in the general store and restaurants are fair. The grounds are huge and beautiful and the beach is great. Downsides Not close to Bridgetown or any other restaurants Must take an elevator or stairs to beach. (Elevator was not always working) Long flight to Barbados from Miami. (3 hrs)

Holly E from Dallas, Texas
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jul 11 2011

“The Crane is heavenly, but not perfect...”

My title to this review certainly conflicts, but let me tell you about The Crane. This was my second stay, so I was not overly concerned about the bad reviews. Here's the good, I mean awesome, because what's good about The Crane blows away all others. Good: The furnishings and over all look of the room is beautiful, spacious, well appointed. I even splurged for the plunge pool and loved it. I got one of the corner rooms so my plunge pool was hexagon shaped and I felt like Cleopatra. The kitchen is clean, has everything you need, cute. The beach is stunning. Probably my favorite in the World and I've been everywhere. The food in the restaurants is good and fresh. Bad: The other reviews were correct, the AC doesn't work, HOWEVER, the trade winds blow hard and kept our room so comfortable (with every window open) that I never complained. The gardens and overall appearance could be better maintained. It is such a beautiful place that I'm disappointed that The Crane spends so much money on expansion with less attention to the beauty they have. Also, the attitude and overall service is not what I'm used to in other parts of the World or even Carribean Islands. I'm used to more pleasant and attentive service. It wasn't awful, they just don't care. I'm not looking for friends though, so whatever, not a big deal. Overall: It's a paradise and I'll be back. The good far outweighs the bad.

Area recommendations
Go to Dover Beach for great kayaking and flying fish sandwiches from the vendor, Correk. The woman who makes these sandwiches has blue eyes and really knows how to mix a mean Rum Punch.
When to go
Both of my visits to Barbados were in July. Don't be fooled by the forecast. It rains briefly or not at all. Rain was forecasted every day of both of my trips and I did not lose a single beach day. Take advantage of the low season prices!
A Traveler from NC
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jun 29 2011

“Nice for the price”

Too far away from downtown.Not much is within walking distance.

Area recommendations
St James Parish better beaches and hotels.
Getting around
Renting a car maybe better if you plan going away from the hotel .Taxis could be very expensive.
Karen H from Houston, TX
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jun 18 2011

“Beautiful hotel - but don't count on AC”

This hotel was unique and beautiful. We had a 1 bdrm w/ p. pool. Loved the character of our room! P pool very cold! Room and grounds kept up well. Beautiful beach too! Issue was we did not have AC for the entire 8 days we were there. It was so hot! Had read reviews about AC issues so we did not bring to mgmt attn 'til 2nd day when it still wasn't working. They could only offer to move us to garden view rm next to construction. Big diff from rm we were in and wanted. We decided to stay on condition they would move us to comp rm if avail. Never avail so stayed w/o AC whole time. They did offer us some $ comp though. Also gave us fans and with all windows open it did cool off some. For as hot as it was, it was not enough to make us move to garden view room- so take that for what it's worth. If they could fix AC issues, this would be such a great hotel! All else was great: entire hotel kept up well (which I like); service very nice but slow sometimes by pools- almost faster to go to bar yourself; beautiful beach and location on cliff. It is far from stuff, but that's what we wanted. We rented a car which allowed us to see alot of the island. Location of Crane worked for us b/c we wanted to go to S and E sides of island and it's in btwn for that. Didn't eat at on-site restaurants (we had car so we explored) except for Italian rest & Carriage House. Both were pretty good- would eat at them again. On-site mkt a plus! Recommend catamaran tour offered by cool runnings thru hotel.

A Traveler from Norwalk, Ct
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jun 14 2011

“Would go back but only for a couple of days.”

This is our second visit to the hotel. The first experience was much better. Our air conditioning didn't work the whole week. We were offered 2 portable air conditioners on the 3 day after several calls and some visits to the front desk to speak to a manager. The grounds and staff are great. The location is off the beaten track so a car is recommended. The bus goes right by the hotel and there are taxis. Would I go back? Maybe.

Area recommendations
Christ Church or the Gap

The Crane Residential Resort

Crane Ocean City, BB18079 Barbados

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Crane Beach - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
  • Foul Bay Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • Bottom Bay Beach - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
  • Sunbury Plantation House - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
  • Foursquare Rum Factory and Heritage Park - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
  • St. Philip Parish Church - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi

Location Highlights

  • Airport nearby
  • Beach nearby
  • On beach

The preferred airport for The Crane Residential Resort is Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Nearest Major Airport:

  • Bridgetown, Barbados (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)

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The Crane Residential Resort

Crane Ocean City, BB18079 Barbados