The 11 Best Hotels in Barbados for Families

Coral Reef Club

One of the best known islands in the Caribbean, Barbados has a huge number of hotels and resorts — many of them hugging the idyllic white sandy beaches of the island’s western coast. This fantastic and varied range of accommodation is one of the reasons the Hotel Gurus recommend Barbados as the perfect Caribbean island for families. The colonial history, and charm; plus the opportunity to try a plethora of watersports, both above and below the waves; the relaxed, cosmopolitan vibe and gorgeous public beaches are some of the other reasons. To help match your family to the right hotel or resort the Hotel Gurus have put together a list of the best hotels in Barbados for families, which will have something for you, whether you’re looking for a family friendly beach break, a luxurious serviced villa, or the best all inclusive hotels in Barbados for families.

For Family Beach Breaks

Cobbers Cove

  • Every family has a ‘right’ size for beachfront resorts, and Cobbler’s Cove will be ‘right’ for quite a lot of us. Elegant and relaxed, it has 40 generously proportioned rooms and suites, which is enough to mean there are excellent facilities — including tennis courts and a spa — but small enough so that the private beach feels very private, and you can get a table in the outstanding Barbadian restaurant whenever you want.
  • The Royal Pavilion is a touch larger, with 75 rooms and suites — all spacious, with large bathrooms and terraces — and our favourites with direct beach access. This size of beach resort is spacious enough so that you don’t have to leave. There’s an excellent kids club, complimentary watersports equipment, and the opportunity to play some tennis, sail, snorkel, cycle, dive, kayak, or play beach cricket.

For Great Facilities

The Tamarind

  • The Tamarind is a colourful, 100 room hotel sitting right up against the white sand of Paynes Beach. It offers all the pros of a larger hotel resort: three pools, a choice of places to eat and drink, a gym, kids club, and an excellent range of room sizes — many with incredible water views — and all with stone floors, colourful artwork and huge windows and terraces.
  • Surrounded by seven acres of lush, tropical gardens, the Colony Club feels deceptively remote, considering it’s on the island’s populated west coast. Within the grounds are rooms, suites and villas, four lagoon-style pools, a gym, spa, a choice of restaurants and complimentary watersports facilities — because you’re right up against the beach too. The service is excellent, and the decor elegant.

Best For Luxury

Sandy Lane

  • Sandy Lane offers family-friendly, beachfront luxury, with as much space and opulence as you and your family need. The decor is romantic, but comfortable, with mod. cons. the kids are going to love, and the vast hotel pool has a waterfall! There’s also a palatial spa, three golf courses and a choice of restaurants. And all surrounded by beautiful manicured tropical gardens. Family-friendly Caribbean beach bliss.

For Relaxation

  • The Coral Reef Club is an elegant hotel with accommodation in Colonial-chic plantation style cottages, sitting amongst 12 acres of gorgeously landscaped grounds and gardens. Spacious and luxurious, with beautiful decor, the accommodation is also supremely comfortable, and the atmosphere very relaxed. Each cottage has a private plunge pool, and onsite there are two hotel pools, a spa, gym, hair and beauty salon, and shops.

For All Inclusive Family Friendly Fun

Turtle Beach

  • Turtle Beach is a large, elegant all-inclusive hotel right on the beachfront at Ostins Bay. With 164 rooms and suites there’s an accommodation option to suit every family size, and all are spacious, with a nautical leaning. There are three outdoor pools, including a splash pool for the kids, a kids club, a family-friendly dining session and, for after the kids are in bed, free mixology lessons in the bar.
  • Spacious and buzzy, Crystal Cove is a smaller all inclusive resort, with 88 rooms, suites and villas, but it’s also got three lagoon pools — one with a waterfall bar! All the rooms have a private terrace or balcony — and a hammock — and all are decorated in bold colours, with bright artwork. The list of facilities includes a kids club, tennis courts, a spa and gym, and two restaurants.

For Larger Families

The Sandpiper

  • The Sandpiper is a chic, beachfront hotel with a range of accommodation that includes family suites and villas, so there’s plenty of space for larger families. There are also self catering options. And options with private hot tubs. As well as choice and contemporary style, this resort has a kids club, spa, gym and jogging track, an eclectic Caribbean restaurant, and expansive gardens with an inviting pool-with-a-view.
  • Saint Peter's Bay is a collection of one, two and three bedroom villas, beautifully arranged along a stretch of Barbados’s Platinum west coast. These villas are like a beautifully decorated home from home, with traditional Caribbean details and private balconies, terraces and hot tubs. There’s fantastic watersports facilities onsite, plus a choice of restaurants, exquisite gardens and a spa.

For Great Value

Gibbs Glade

  • Gibbs Glade is a small and charming guesthouse with a choice of cosy, self-contained accommodation, on the beautiful, sandy west coast. The cottage is the most spacious pick for families, but some of the other options have self-catering facilities too. There’s a great pool with a barbecue terrace too.

Still not sure where to book?

The 11 Best Hotels in Barbados for Families

Coral Reef Club
Coral Reef Club

Barbados

An elegant hotel set amid acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, spilling onto white sands. Colonial-chic plantation cottages or suites in creams, whites, and pale wooden hues that ooze luxury. A honeymooner's paradise with fantastic spa, cuisine, and beach.

  • Romantic Break - A romantic retreat set on 12 acres of colourful tropical gardens and powder white sand beach with luxury spa and fine dining.
  • Families - Plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained, plus a playground and babysitting services are on offer.
  • Tennis - Take advantage of the complimentary coaching for adults and children with the resident pro, on the two floodlit courts.
  • Diving - Make the most of the crystal clear waters and take a scuba course in the on site PADI certified diving school.
from AU$815 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Sandy Lane
Sandy Lane

Barbados (St James)

Opulent 5* hotel on the beach. Romantic bedrooms feature marble bathrooms, chandeliers and extensive technology systems. Outdoor pool with waterfall, palatial spa, three golf courses, tennis courts and manicured gardens. Sublime cuisine in the restaurants. Luxurious, spacious and slick.

  • Families - Large suites are ideal for families; Treehouse kids club, complimentary watersports and swimming
  • Honeymoons - Romaneqsue spa, sublime beach service, watersports, sailing trips and so much more!
  • Kids Club
  • Sailing
from AU$1677 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Cobbler's Cove
Cobbler's Cove

Barbados (Speightstown)

Enchanting 5* beachfront resort. The rooms feature white furniture, four posters, enormous bathrooms and balconies facing the sea or lush gardens. Outdoor pool, private beach, tennis courts and spa. Outstanding Barbadian and international cuisine at the restaurant. Elegant, exquisite and relaxed.

  • Families - Cricket academy for children, kids club, snorkelling, tennis and family sized suites
  • Total relaxation - Enjoy the Sea Moon Spa, private beach, short bicycle rides and luxury dining
  • Sailing - Less experienced sailors will enjoy it to the fullest with tuition from the Water Sports team
  • Fishing - Deep sea fishing: likely to catch Barracuda, Tuna, Wahoo and Blue and White Marlin
from AU$760 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Royal Pavilion
Royal Pavilion

Barbados (St James)

Elegant beachfront resort. Large rooms have dark wood floors, large bathrooms and terraces, some with direct beach access. Outdoor pool, gardens, tennis courts, gym and spa treatments available. Excellent locally sourced cuisine. Laid back, charming and pretty.

  • Beach Life - Set within Glitter Bay beach, all watersports are at your disposal, as well as pools and sailing trips
  • Families - Superb children's club with variety of age-suitable fun, family suites and dinner options for everyone
  • Tennis - Lessons and coaching available
  • Restrictions on children - Children welcome April-October
from AU$768 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Sandpiper
The Sandpiper

Barbados (Holetown)

Chic beach front hotel. Rooms feature contemporary furniture, sensational bathrooms and large terraces; suites with kitchens. Outdoor pool, gardens, jogging track, spa and gym. Fantastic eclectic Caribbean cuisine. A perfect stay for families.

  • Families - Excellent children's programme including sailing, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Child-friendly menu
  • Active Holiday - Specialises in watersports; all non motorized are complimentary and everything else can be arranged
  • Great walks - Beautiful gardens to explore
  • Views
from AU$771 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Colony Club
Colony Club

Barbados (St James)

Stunning hotel in seven acres of lush gardens. Elegant rooms have cream furniture, four posters and large terraces. Four lagoon-style outdoor pools, complimentary watersports, gym and spa treatments. Excellent Italian and seafood cuisine in restaurants. Understated style and superb service.

  • Families - Plenty of activities for children. Kids' club, as well as experienced child care and child-friendly dining
  • Romantic Break - Champagne breakfasts, private beach dinners, couples spa treatments and sunset sailing cruises
  • Swimming Pool - Four fresh water swimming pools. One is adults only
  • Tennis - Equipment is complimentary from hotel
from AU$685 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Tamarind
The Tamarind

Barbados (Paynes Bay)

Colourful hotel on a white sand beach. Charming rooms have stone floors, artworks and large terraces. Three outdoor pools, spa, gym and direct beach access. Great international cuisine at extensive restaurant. Romantic and great value for the location.

  • Romantic Break - Adults only pool, couples activities such as horse riding, catamaran cruise, white sand beach picnics and spa treatments
  • Families - Flying Fish Kids Club and Club Tamarind teen lounge
  • Swimming Pool - Three outdoor pools
  • Sights nearby - St Nicholas Abbey
from AU$643 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Crystal Cove
Crystal Cove

Barbados (Appleby)

Characterful beach front, family friendly, all inclusive hotel. Colourful rooms feature artworks, large bathrooms and terraces with hammocks. Three outdoor lagoon pools with waterfall bar, gym, tennis courts and spa treatments. Fantastic cuisine in both restaurants. Spacious, buzzy and idyllic.

  • Active Holiday - A plethora of complimentary watersports, riding, tennis and local sightseeing
  • Families - Kids' club with organised activities
  • Cooking classes - Free cookery demonstrations and classes
  • Tennis - Floodlit courts in the grounds
from AU$915 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach

Barbados (Dover)

Elegant all inclusive family-friendly hotel on beachfront. Spacious rooms feature nautical artworks, sofa beds and large bathrooms. Three outdoor pools and whirlpool, gym, tennis courts and kids club. Excellent Italian cuisine. Great value and plenty to do.

  • Families - Dedicated kids' club, large family suites, adult activities and family friendly dining
  • Swimming Pool - Two fresh water outdoor pools and separate children's splash pool
  • Cooking classes - Free demonstrations and classes.
  • Tennis - Courts and equipment available
from AU$906 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Saint Peter’s Bay
Saint Peter’s Bay

Barbados (St Peter)

Family friendly beach resort on Barbados's Platinum Coast. One, two or three bed villas are spacious and luxurious, done in a traditionally Caribbean style, all with private terrace and hot tub! Superb onsite facilities: water sports, choice of restaurants and spa. A Caribbean crowd pleaser!

  • Spa - Sandbox Tree Spa at sister resort, Port Ferdinand, offers a wide range of relaxing treatments
  • Restaurant - There are various options from fine dining to more casual venues
  • Private Hot Tub - Some villas have terraces with private hot tub
  • Fishing - Deep sea fishing excursions can be arranged.
from AU$1077 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Gibbs Glade
Gibbs Glade

Barbados

This charming guesthouse is located on the Platinum West Coast of Barbados. Choose from a range of cosy, self-contained accommodation with homely soft furnishings and self-catering facilities; book the cottage for family-sized living space. Unwind by the pool before a barbecue; a chic island stay.

  • Local exploring - This guesthouse is an easy stroll from local bars and beaches, perfect for exploring on the west coast of Barbados
  • Romantic Break - Couples love the cosy cabin suite and the guesthouse's proximity to local bars and restaurants
  • Families - Book the cottage for a verandah and separate living room, plus a child's bedroom
  • Great walks - Stroll along the west coast of the island and discover Gibbs Beach, a sandy beach with clear, warm water and gracious palms
from AU$163 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

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