I've been to Bermuda many, many times. Last time, several friends and family members joined me for a milestone birthday. We took six or seven of the apartments at The Sandpiper. We all loved that these units and the pool are kept spotlessly clean.

This is not a full-service hotel but rather a Housekeeping apartment. We each had full one-bedroom units with small, but serviceable kitchens and rather large bathrooms.

The location is great as one can walk to Warwick Long Bay - 10 minutes away. There's another beach closer (entrance just past the gas station) that is quite nice and largely uninhabited but requires a walk up steep stairs when leaving.

The Sandpiper is right on South Shore road which is helpful to those who want to use the bus or van service. I always rent a scooter and there is ample parking at the rear. A short ride or longer walk (15-25 minutes?) puts you at the entrance to Horseshoe Bay, Tio Pepe and the Swizzle Inn on South Shore. Riding into town takes about 15-20 minutes in taxi/on scooter.

Staying in a housekeeping apartment makes Bermuda more affordable. The Sandpiper is restful, quiet and clean. We had no problems and were told that the complaints from previous years were the result of one vandal who was subsequently arrested. All my guests said they'd recommend the Sandpiper to friends.

Go with an open mind and the knowledge that your wallet is a little fatter and you'll enjoy your stay.

Garden has gorgeous fragrant frangipani tree and inviting pool. Well kept. Big low budget room on very busy road. Loud air conditioner drowned road sounds. Very small ants in bath. Staff nicely provided aerosal spray. More like real island beach rental than fancy hotels. Suggest OK sleep after beaches/sightseeing/dinner elsewhere. Bus connection very convenient, just watch schedule times.

The Sandpiper was extremely disappointing. We refused to stay in the first apartment we were offered, it was dark, dingy and needed complete refurbishment. The second was somewhat better but still very tired. We were due to stay a week but checked out after four nights. The view from the lounge/kitchen was of what appeared to be a run down building. The fridge door was rusty and the bedroom furniture was badly marked. The room sizes were adequate however.

The desk staff were at opposite ends of the spectrum. One was helpful and charming, the other was surly. The apartments were near to the Swizzle Inn and South Road bus stops.

DO NOT GO THERE>
Their description is not true. The beach is awful and not as near as they say.
The accomodation is filthy.
The proprietor rude and frightening.
We left shortly after we arrived as the place was unacceptable but were penalised for two nights at 155 per night before we were allowed to leave by taxi which we had to rely on her to get for us.