The Crane
Hotel Introduction
Located on the world-renowned Crane Beach, the Crane Residential Resort in St. Philip, Barbados is a perfect blend of luxury, elegance, and seductive seclusion. Built in 1887, the resort exudes old-world charm while offering visitors accommodations that include the historic hotel, private residences, and villas.
Each type of accommodation provides the best in Barbadian décor, including coral stone walls, warm mahogany furnishings, marble bathrooms, and spectacular sea or garden views.
The Crane Resorts private residences and villas are the penultimate in understated luxury, featuring spacious separate living, dining, kitchen, and bedroom areas as well as private plunge or swimming pools. The larger villas are especially suited for entertaining, with chandelier lighting in the dining room to create the perfect dinner party ambiance.
Rest and Relaxation
The Crane Beach, of course, is the azure jewel in the Crane Resorts crown. Noted by the television program Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous as one of the worlds ten best beaches, the powdery-soft, pink beach sand provides a visually stunning counterpoint to the many sparking shades of blue-green sea. A natural coral reef encloses a safe, swimming area that invites visitors to splash in its pristine waters.
Wining and Dining
After a relaxing day sunning, swimming, or strolling along the beach, guests can enjoy the excellent cuisine at one of the Crane Resorts two award-winning restaurants. LAzure offers complete breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus featuring outstanding seafood and traditional Caribbean dishes. LAzures Sunday breakfast is served accompanied by live Caribbean gospel music. Sunday brunch is a mouthwatering buffet of traditional Barbadian foods that guests can enjoy while listening to live Caribbean steel pan music.
The Zen restaurant is as soul-soothing as its name implies. Overlooking Crane Beach, the Zen offers tranquility along with Japanese and Thai dinner selections. Tatami rooms, a sushi bar, and private dining facilities are the setting for traditional sushi, tempura and teriyaki favorites as well as special dishes such as lobster kabayaki. The Thai dishes are equally delicious, ranging from the mildly spicy Thai satay to peppery deep fried prawn recipes.
The Crane Resort would suit those seeking a luxurious and relaxing getaway. The natural beauty of sea and sand coupled with tranquil seclusion is sure to soothe and reinvigorate. The Crane Resort is also an excellent choice for an unforgettable wedding or honeymoon. The resort offers several packages to help make a couples dream of a ceremony in paradise become a reality.
