The Crane
Hotel in Basildon, Essex
Set on the world-famous Crane Beach, overlooking a ideal azure blue sea, is the Caribbean's 1st resort hotel. Built in 1887 and fully restored and expanded in the twentieth century, this truly unique property combines elegance, old-world charm and incredible natural beauty with a romantic sense of seclusion, creating a feeling among guests of having retreated to a spot on earth where life is truly simpler. Recognized for its stunning beauty, The Crane was named one of the Ten Best Beaches in the World by Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.