Far from the tourist crowds is this mid-range, 10-room guest house, situated in the lesser developed east coast of Barbados. The historic plantation-style home oozes with charm, from the rooms' floor-to-ceiling wood and louvered windows to the bright tropical decor and shared front porch. The grounds, though hilly, have sun loungers and hammocks facing an unspoiled ocean view. Within walking distance are photogenic beaches, tidal pools, and some of the best surf spots in the Caribbean -- along with a few restaurants, though not much in the way of nightlife. Those who want access to an outdoor pool should check out neighboring Atlantis Hotel, though rates will be higher.
Far from the tourist crowds is this mid-range, 10-room guest house, situated in the lesser developed east coast of Barbados. The historic plantation-style home oozes with charm, from the rooms' floor-to-ceiling wood and louvered windows to the bright tropical decor and shared front porch. The grounds, though hilly, have sun loungers and hammocks facing an unspoiled ocean view. Within walking distance are photogenic beaches, tidal pools, and some of the best surf spots in the Caribbean -- along with a few restaurants, though not much in the way of nightlife. Those who want access to an outdoor pool should check out neighboring Atlantis Hotel, though rates will be higher.
If the name “Atlantis” conjures images of the Bahamas’ megaresort, think again. The Atlantis Hotel in Barbados -- a historic property from the 1800s with only eight rooms -- is the polar opposite. (There's also a pair of two-bedroom apartments in a separate building.) The upper-middle-range boutique hotel re-opened in 2009 with elegantly decorated, cottage-like rooms with canopy beds, custom wood furniture and modern amenities -- with a fitting nautical theme. Located on the remote and rocky east coast, its beach is more suitable for surfing than swimming, and a car is recommended to get around the island. The Atlantis (indoor/outdoor) restaurant is popular with locals, and its top-notch varied cuisine comes with outstanding views. Travelers seeking balconies with Atlantic views could try Santosha.
If the name “Atlantis” conjures images of the Bahamas’ megaresort, think again. The Atlantis Hotel in Barbados -- a historic property from the 1800s with only eight rooms -- is the polar opposite. (There's also a pair of two-bedroom apartments in a separate building.) The upper-middle-range boutique hotel re-opened in 2009 with elegantly decorated, cottage-like rooms with canopy beds, custom wood furniture and modern amenities -- with a fitting nautical theme. Located on the remote and rocky east coast, its beach is more suitable for surfing than swimming, and a car is recommended to get around the island. The Atlantis (indoor/outdoor) restaurant is popular with locals, and its top-notch varied cuisine comes with outstanding views. Travelers seeking balconies with Atlantic views could try Santosha.