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A Barbadian legend since 1887, and the oldest operating hotel in the Caribbean, The Crane Resort effortlessly marries the old-world charm of its past to all the 21st-century amenities and services expected by today’s most discerning travelers.

Enviably located within The Crane Resort, The Crane Private Residences is perfect for long-term island living, offering contemporary residences and penthouses as well as exclusive access to world-class resort amenities and services.

A secluded, low-density development overlooking Barbados’ Skeete’s Bay Beach and Culpepper Island, Beach Houses has been specially designed to highlight the property’s exclusive location on the 1% of land remaining outside of the island’s protected East Coast. *Please note that Beach Houses is Under Development

Encore Residence Club by Crane Resorts is a select community of residence owners who enjoy exclusive access to a lifetime of luxury vacation and second-home experiences, worldwide.

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The Crane Blog

Getting to Barbados Just Got a Lot Easier: An Airlift Round-Up

Romantic Getaways at The Crane Resort: Your Ultimate Couple's Guide

Savoring the Season: Christmas Dining Delights at The Crane

Revitalize Your Spirit: Unveiling 3 Ways Travel to Barbados’ Crane Resort Can Relax, Renew, and Refresh You

Embrace the Festive Season at The Crane Resort in Barbados: Your Perfect Wintersun Getaway!

How to Capture Breathtaking Photos as a Solo Traveler!

Barbados Shopping Guide: Where to Find the Best Local Treasures & Souvenirs

Picture-Perfect Paradise: Creating Memories of a Lifetime on Your Birthday in Barbados

Island Flavours: 7 Must-Try Foods & Drinks in Barbados

Getting to Barbados in 2023: An Airline Round-up

Beyond The Beach: 5 Must-Do Activities

Bajan Sweet Treats

This is How We Make Your Luxury Resort Vacation Feel Safe

Travel Tips for Your Summer Holiday

8 Things To Do In Barbados With Your Best Friend

5 Songs To Get You Ready For Your Barbados Holiday

6 Must Have Cocktails at The Crane Resort

Traveling to Barbados Just Got Even Easier

Do Not Disturb: Romantic Ideas for Valentine's Day at The Crane

When is the Best Time to Visit Barbados?

A New Look Summer in Barbados

Barbados Travel Checklist: Unvaccinated Travellers

Barbados Travel Checklist: Fully Vaccinated Travellers

4 Reasons to Stay at The Crane

Your Guide to Getting Around Barbados

Barbados Remote Working Tips

Moving to Barbados - Your Options for Living in Paradise

Come for the Location, Stay for the Community: Barbados' Expat Scene

Why a Stay at The Crane Resort is the Ultimate Gift this year

Wellness Travel 101 - How to Unwind the Right Way in Barbados

Our Favourites of Your Travel Memories! #CraneBarbados

5 Ways to Visit Barbados (Without Leaving Your Home)

Discover more of Barbados’ Coral Reefs and Shipwrecks

Celebrating Valentine's Day at The Crane

A to Z of The Crane!

Why Barbados should be one of your New Years Resolutions!

Ponche Crème

'Bajan' Fish Cake Recipe

Investing in Barbados Luxury Real Estate: Trends to Watch

Picturesque Spots in Barbados

Memorable Tripadvisor Reviews – September 2019

Spending the weekend at The Crane? Here are some suggestions to spend your weekend right!

Enchanting Gardens of Barbados

10 Facts About Barbados

Off the Grid: Five Must-See Spots on the East Coast

Wonderful Crane Experiences - TripAdvisor Compilation

Why Children Will Love The Crane

4 Barbadian Traditions

7-Day Barbados Itinerary

Concierge Recommends: Activities During Your Stay

The History of Bridgetown, Barbados

5 Things Barbados is Famous For

6 Things to Do in St. Philip, Barbados

Activities to Enjoy in Barbados on A Budget

Barbados' Christmas Sorrel Drink Recipe

5 Reasons You Should Trade the Snow for Sand This Christmas

5 Reasons Why The Crane is The Perfect Choice for Your Barbados Getaway

Top Traveler Questions About Barbados

Top 10 Foods You Must Try When in Barbados

8 Tips for Planning a Destination Wedding

Crane Experiences - TripAdvisor Compilation

Barbadian Macaroni Pie Recipe

Barbados’ Historical Sites

Travel Trend: Baecations

5 Things to Consider When Buying Fractional Ownership

10 Wise Bajan Sayings

Travel Trend: Baby Moons

5 Reasons Barbados Seawater is Good for Your Health

Great TripAdvisor Reviews - January 2018

10 Things You May Not Know About Barbados

Barbados' Beautiful Beaches

Travel Trend: Early Moons

Bajan Pound Cake Recipe

Things to Do in Barbados

What to Expect During Your Crane Resort Vacation

What to Pack for Your Trip to Barbados

Wedding Dress Recommendations for a Beach Wedding

Amenities & Services that Make a Great Resort

Popular Honeymoon Activities in Barbados

Tips on Organizing a Group Vacation

5 Romantic Spots at The Crane

Romantic Things to do in Barbados

Things You Should Not Do in Barbados

5 Places in Barbados for Nature Lovers

What to Drink in Barbados - Top 5 Drinks

What to Expect During Your Christmas Vacation in Barbados

Top Caribbean Events in December

Best Sweet Delicacies of Barbados

Why Should You Opt for a Barbados Wedding?

5 Barbadian Dishes You Don't Want to Miss

How to Enjoy a Barbados Vacation on a Budget

Need to Get Away? 5 Reasons to Visit Barbados

Bajan Mauby Drink Recipe

Best Boat Trips and Cruises in Barbados

Best Times to Visit Barbados

Why Kids Will Love The Crane Resort

Sea Eggs, The Local Delicacy of Barbados

Five Things To Do As a Couple In Barbados

Best Choices for a Trendy Beach Wedding

5 Reasons to Choose The Crane for Your Honeymoon

Best Hiking Trails

Discover The Popular Coral Reefs and Ship Wrecks of Barbados

Bajan Fried Bakes Recipe

5 Events From Barbadian History Worth Remembering

7 Must-Haves for a Family Friendly Resort

Barbados Recipes: Cou Cou & Flying Fish

5 Romantic Things to Do on Vacation

Barbados in 5 Days: An Itinerary

Everything You Need to Know about Getting Married in Barbados.

7 Foods from Barbados You Need to Try (and Where to Find Them)

Nightlife in Barbados: Live Music, Great Food and More

Dine Around The Crane: The Carriage House

5 Historical Facts about The Crane You (Probably) Didn't Know

5 Overlooked Places in Barbados to Check Out

Cottontail's Enchanted Easter at The Crane's Calypso Kids Club

Unique Wildlife in Barbados

7 Tips for Travelling With Kids

How to Travel with Just a Carry-on

Barbados Traditions & Cultural History

7 Interesting Facts about Barbados (You Probably Didn't Know)

Planning Your Dream Holiday to Barbados

Top 10 Things To Do In Barbados

Review: Crane Classic 2016 - Fun for All!

Best Times of Year to Travel to Barbados

Barbados: Fun in the Sun For Everyone

Best Ways to Travel to Barbados

The Crane introduces Zero Mosquito Policy in response to Zika Virus

A Foodie's Guide to Barbados

More Excitement, More Value: Come Celebrate Brilliant Barbados with The Crane!

6 Reasons Why The Crane is the Perfect Family Friendly Resort

Beach Update - January 2016

MEMO: E-Statements

The 5th Annual Crane Classic Golf Tournament

Why Barbados is the Ideal Honeymoon Getaway Location

10 Reasons Why The Crane is One of the Top Rated Caribbean Beach Resorts

5 Tips for Vacationing With Your Kids

7 Travel Resolutions to Make (and Keep) for 2016

Dine Around The Crane: Top 5 Best Selling Cocktails

Barbados Like A Local: Christmas Traditions

New Years Eve 2015: One Enchanted Evening at The Crane Resort

Review: Barbados Food & Wine and Rum Festival's Gourmet Safari at The Crane

Barbados Like A Local: Top 5 Things to Do in Barbados

Sun, Sea & Sand: Why a Winter Holiday at The Crane, Barbados is the Perfect Alternative

Barbados Food & Wine and Rum Festival Serves Up Sizzling New Line-up this November!

The Crane Resort pioneers environmentally sustainable solution to tackle Sargassum seaweed

Take Advantage of the Benefits of Sunshine, Today!

Why you Should Visit Barbados in the Summer

7 Reasons Why a Family Vacation is Worth Every Penny

Unique Features of the Crane Resort

How to Spend Your Honeymoon in Barbados

180-Degree Panoramic Ocean Views in the New Open-Plan Beach House Concept

A Perfect Romantic Getaway: Visit the Luxurious Crane Resort in Barbados

Benefits of a Beach Vacation: Mental and Physical Rejuvenation

MEMO: Seaweed boom in transit

The Crane, Zen Restaurant and D'Onofrio's awarded TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award

Development Update: Park 1 External Works Near Completion

The Crane Resort launches new Calypso Kids Club

Fitness Centre Expansion

The Best Place to Vacation in Barbados

The Top Things to do in Barbados

Take your Family on a Barbados Vacation

Why You Need to Vacation at The Crane

JetBlue Adds New Seasonal Boston-Barbados Route

5 Wanderlust Inspired Quotes

Your Beach Day Survival Kit

The Crane Golf Classic 2015

The Grove Beach Bar and Grill Now Open!

DIY Wedding Favor Trends 2015

Equipment purchased to keep Crane Beach Clean

Beach Shuttle for Guests due to Seaweed

5 Must See Barbadian Attractions

Secret Packing Hacks

10 Tips for Flying with Kids

Vote For The Crane Beach!

5 Unique Facts about Barbados

5 Must Try Bajan Recipes

Barbados Food & Wine and Rum Festival

Tips for buying a vacation home

Key Ingredients to a Romantic Getaway

Indoor fun in Barbados

The National Pastime of Barbados: Cricket

5 Reasons to Invest in Fractional Ownership

Introducing The Crane Private Residences

The Crane is Awarded 2014 Certificate of Excellence!

The Crane Tops The Registry Collection!

Meet L'Azure's Chef Antonio Sivers

Must-Try Barbadian Food and Drinks

Barbados Crop Over Festival - Island Fun in the Sun

Why Fractional Ownership at The Crane in Barbados is a Good Idea

Design Updates at Beach Houses

Crane Resort and Crane Beach receive top accolades

Take Advantage of the Facilities at The Crane

Why You Should Plan Your Next Conference At The Crane

Top 3 reasons to visit The Crane Resort

The Crane Resort: The perfect choice for your Honeymoon in Barbados

Guest Post- Luxury Redefined

Concierge Updates- February 2013

Property Sales - Ownership that makes sense!

A Culinary Journey!

Food, Wine & Rum festival

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the ultimate resort experience

The Crane sets the ultimate standard in luxury oceanfront accommodation, featuring ultra-spacious suites designed to rival the majestic views – often referred to as “the most beautiful on earth”.