Set on a private stretch of Dover Beach on the island's southwest coast, the lushly landscaped, couples-only Sandals Barbados is an upscale, all-inclusive resort. Some of the hotel's 280 rooms offer swim-out access into a river-style pool, or terraces with freestanding soaking tubs. The resort's three pools, 13 restaurants, bars, spa, and numerous recreational amenities make for plenty to do on property, but those needing an escape can easily access the nightlife of nearby St. Lawrence Gap. The hotel also boasts a manicured stretch of breezy white-sand beach lined with rows of cushy loungers, but the area of the island is prone to odorous seaweed and noise from nearby construction. Those seeking a more intimate, upscale hotel with prime beach access might consider The House or the Fairmont Royal Pavilion.
Set on a private stretch of Dover Beach on the island's southwest coast, the lushly landscaped, couples-only Sandals Barbados is an upscale, all-inclusive resort. Some of the hotel's 280 rooms offer swim-out access into a river-style pool, or terraces with freestanding soaking tubs. The resort's three pools, 13 restaurants, bars, spa, and numerous recreational amenities make for plenty to do on property, but those needing an escape can easily access the nightlife of nearby St. Lawrence Gap. The hotel also boasts a manicured stretch of breezy white-sand beach lined with rows of cushy loungers, but the area of the island is prone to odorous seaweed and noise from nearby construction. Those seeking a more intimate, upscale hotel with prime beach access might consider The House or the Fairmont Royal Pavilion.
Ocean Two Resort & Residences, opened in 2011, is very chic. The rooms are extremely modern and updated, especially for Barbados, and the amenities are upscale – a sleek lobby lounge, scenic rooftop terrace, lagoon-like pool, and a gorgeous beachfront. All rooms have balconies with either a full or partial ocean view and all of the suites have fully equipped kitchens. All in all, this is a great value for the rooms and amenities provided. Note that there is no spa on-site.
Ocean Two Resort & Residences, opened in 2011, is very chic. The rooms are extremely modern and updated, especially for Barbados, and the amenities are upscale – a sleek lobby lounge, scenic rooftop terrace, lagoon-like pool, and a gorgeous beachfront. All rooms have balconies with either a full or partial ocean view and all of the suites have fully equipped kitchens. All in all, this is a great value for the rooms and amenities provided. Note that there is no spa on-site.
The South Gap Hotel is a small, budget-friendly hotel set in the heart of St. Lawrence Gap, a one-mile stretch of bars, restaurants, and night clubs that collectively form the island's entertainment center. All of the 34 rooms have spacious balconies or terraces that face the Caribbean and full kitchens or kitchenettes stocked with the equipment for self-catering. A huge terra-cotta terrace with a pool, open-air restaurant, and bar stretches across the back of the property, extending over the crashing waves, but the hotel does not offer direct access to the beach. Those seeking to be on the beach for a similar rate might enjoy the Coral Mist Hotel, while those wanting to be away from the noise but still within walking distance to the action of St. Lawrence Gap might consider the Dover Beach Hotel.
The South Gap Hotel is a small, budget-friendly hotel set in the heart of St. Lawrence Gap, a one-mile stretch of bars, restaurants, and night clubs that collectively form the island's entertainment center. All of the 34 rooms have spacious balconies or terraces that face the Caribbean and full kitchens or kitchenettes stocked with the equipment for self-catering. A huge terra-cotta terrace with a pool, open-air restaurant, and bar stretches across the back of the property, extending over the crashing waves, but the hotel does not offer direct access to the beach. Those seeking to be on the beach for a similar rate might enjoy the Coral Mist Hotel, while those wanting to be away from the noise but still within walking distance to the action of St. Lawrence Gap might consider the Dover Beach Hotel.
Located 15 minutes from the airport, the mid-range Time Out Hotel offers great value for its popular St. Lawrence Gap setting. Its 76 rooms are spacious and some have balconies or patios and pool views, but three of the four categories have only twin beds (Superior Rooms have kings). The location is a big highlight -- Dover Beach is right across the road, as is a strip of island-style street-food shacks. And the area bustles with restaurants, bars, and nightlife. Calm oasis-style gardens frame the outdoor pool, and a sports bar and restaurant serves all three meals, including a basic breakfast that's part of the room rate. Time Out suits travelers seeking budget-friendly rates and a base from which to explore the island and soak up the nightlife -- it's not for those after luxury and plush amenities. Travelers seeking a value option right on the beach could try the Butterfly Beach Hotel.
Located 15 minutes from the airport, the mid-range Time Out Hotel offers great value for its popular St. Lawrence Gap setting. Its 76 rooms are spacious and some have balconies or patios and pool views, but three of the four categories have only twin beds (Superior Rooms have kings). The location is a big highlight -- Dover Beach is right across the road, as is a strip of island-style street-food shacks. And the area bustles with restaurants, bars, and nightlife. Calm oasis-style gardens frame the outdoor pool, and a sports bar and restaurant serves all three meals, including a basic breakfast that's part of the room rate. Time Out suits travelers seeking budget-friendly rates and a base from which to explore the island and soak up the nightlife -- it's not for those after luxury and plush amenities. Travelers seeking a value option right on the beach could try the Butterfly Beach Hotel.
Located 15 minutes from the airport in an area of Barbados known for its nightlife, the lower-middle-range Ocean 15 is a small-scale hotel offering good value. It has 16 rooms, and while Standard Rooms are small, Studios and One- and Two-Bedroom Suites are spacious, and have full kitchens. The beach is a five-minute walk up the road, along with island-style food shacks, bars, and restaurants. Ocean 15 has an outdoor pool, but it’s tiny. Its restaurant and bar serves all meals -- and the food is good. Travelers seeking a closer beach and a bigger could try the nearby Time Out Hotel.
Located 15 minutes from the airport in an area of Barbados known for its nightlife, the lower-middle-range Ocean 15 is a small-scale hotel offering good value. It has 16 rooms, and while Standard Rooms are small, Studios and One- and Two-Bedroom Suites are spacious, and have full kitchens. The beach is a five-minute walk up the road, along with island-style food shacks, bars, and restaurants. Ocean 15 has an outdoor pool, but it’s tiny. Its restaurant and bar serves all meals -- and the food is good. Travelers seeking a closer beach and a bigger could try the nearby Time Out Hotel.
The nine-room, no-frills Rio Guest House is one of the most budget-friendly options in St. Lawrence Gap -- a touristy area on Barbados' south coast. Dated rooms are clean and have fans, however, expect to pay for air-conditioning; they either have shared or private bathrooms. The property sits on a residential street, but is just a two-minute walk to Dover Beach, as well as area bars, shops, and restaurants. Guests have access to a shared lounge, a fully equipped kitchen, and outdoor balcony, plus Wi-Fi is free. Solo travelers will likely appreciate Rio's hostel vibe, but couples may prefer the more modern rooms, pool, and free breakfast at the nearby Time Out Hotel.
The nine-room, no-frills Rio Guest House is one of the most budget-friendly options in St. Lawrence Gap -- a touristy area on Barbados' south coast. Dated rooms are clean and have fans, however, expect to pay for air-conditioning; they either have shared or private bathrooms. The property sits on a residential street, but is just a two-minute walk to Dover Beach, as well as area bars, shops, and restaurants. Guests have access to a shared lounge, a fully equipped kitchen, and outdoor balcony, plus Wi-Fi is free. Solo travelers will likely appreciate Rio's hostel vibe, but couples may prefer the more modern rooms, pool, and free breakfast at the nearby Time Out Hotel.
Southern Palms Beach Club & Resort Hotel is located on the popular and touristy St. Lawrence Gap on the south coast of the island. The location within walking distance to numerous bars, restaurants, and entertainment is safe and convenient. A large property, Southern Palms has one of the best beachfronts in the area -- the stretch of sand is both scenic and spacious. Colonial-style buildings and lush gardens populate the property, and quirky perks, such as a mini-golf course and shuffleboard, give guests plenty to do. The rooms are basic and dated, but cheerful, with bright tropical colors. For a slightly higher price, the renovated rooms at Accra Beach Hotel & Spa in nearby Rockley Beach are more modern.
Southern Palms Beach Club & Resort Hotel is located on the popular and touristy St. Lawrence Gap on the south coast of the island. The location within walking distance to numerous bars, restaurants, and entertainment is safe and convenient. A large property, Southern Palms has one of the best beachfronts in the area -- the stretch of sand is both scenic and spacious. Colonial-style buildings and lush gardens populate the property, and quirky perks, such as a mini-golf course and shuffleboard, give guests plenty to do. The rooms are basic and dated, but cheerful, with bright tropical colors. For a slightly higher price, the renovated rooms at Accra Beach Hotel & Spa in nearby Rockley Beach are more modern.
Set in the heart of the bustling St. Lawrence Gap, the Rostrevor Hotel is a 79-room, lower-middle-range hotel with a beachfront location, two restaurants, and a large pool. The hotel offers a variety of studios and apartments ranging from dated, worn rooms without AC to renovated spaces with Caribbean style. All the rooms come equipped with kitchenettes and most offer ocean views, but the street-facing doors make them prone to noise from the nearby nightclubs. While the hotel faces the sea, the beach is small and the water is rough. Guests seeking a more peaceful beachfront stay might want to compare rates with the Coral Mist Beach Hotel or the quieter Dover Beach Hotel.
Set in the heart of the bustling St. Lawrence Gap, the Rostrevor Hotel is a 79-room, lower-middle-range hotel with a beachfront location, two restaurants, and a large pool. The hotel offers a variety of studios and apartments ranging from dated, worn rooms without AC to renovated spaces with Caribbean style. All the rooms come equipped with kitchenettes and most offer ocean views, but the street-facing doors make them prone to noise from the nearby nightclubs. While the hotel faces the sea, the beach is small and the water is rough. Guests seeking a more peaceful beachfront stay might want to compare rates with the Coral Mist Beach Hotel or the quieter Dover Beach Hotel.
The 22-room Yellow Bird is a mid-range hotel located across the street from a beach in the popular St. Lawrence Gap area. Units (renovated in 2015) have attractive contemporary decor, air-conditioners, flat-screen TVs, and fully equipped kitchenettes; they also have furnished balconies with jaw-dropping views of the turquoise water. A small outdoor pool with loungers and an all-day, open-air restaurant and bar provide more ocean views. The hotel has a central location within walking distance of nightlife, restaurants, and several beaches, but the water across the street isn't very popular for swimming and some late-night noise can be heard from rooms. Travelers looking for more upscale decor and direct beach access in the area can check out Ocean Two Resort & Residences, though rates will be higher.
The 22-room Yellow Bird is a mid-range hotel located across the street from a beach in the popular St. Lawrence Gap area. Units (renovated in 2015) have attractive contemporary decor, air-conditioners, flat-screen TVs, and fully equipped kitchenettes; they also have furnished balconies with jaw-dropping views of the turquoise water. A small outdoor pool with loungers and an all-day, open-air restaurant and bar provide more ocean views. The hotel has a central location within walking distance of nightlife, restaurants, and several beaches, but the water across the street isn't very popular for swimming and some late-night noise can be heard from rooms. Travelers looking for more upscale decor and direct beach access in the area can check out Ocean Two Resort & Residences, though rates will be higher.