The 7 Best Luxury Hotels in Barbados

Barbados is deservedly one of the Caribbean's most popular destinations. Boasting powder white sand beaches, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed capital, lush green interiors, and areas of the island with superb surf. Having long been an island synonymous with luxury, the standard is very high here when it comes to accommodation. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best luxury hotels in Barbados selected on their location, service, design, and amenities. Whether you are looking for a couples' escape or a family-friendly stay, there is something for everyone here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next getaway?

For families

• Cobbler's Cove is an enchanting 5* beachfront resort. Rooms feature white furniture, four posters, and balconies facing the sea or lush gardens, while family suites give ample space. With a children's cricket academy, kids club, a large outdoor pool, and tennis courts there is plenty to keep all the family busy. A luxury choice that you will hardly need to leave.
• Royal Pavilion is another luxury beachfront resort. Here, spacious rooms have dark wooden floors, large bathrooms and terraces (some with direct beach access). With excellent locally sourced cuisine (and a kids' menu), an outdoor pool, tennis courts, a kids club, and a spa — there is something for everyone.
• The Sandpiper is a chic beachfront hotel. Rooms feature contemporary furniture, sensational bathrooms and large terraces, while suites have kitchens making them ideal for families. Expect an outdoor pool, gardens, jogging track, spa and gym. A perfect stay for families.

For foodies

• Lone Star is a stunning restaurant with rooms on Barbados's west coast, overlooking a pristine sandy beach. With just six rooms this is an intimate, luxurious stay where the ethos is pampering to the max! The excellent restaurant has a reputation as "The Ivy of the Caribbean". An unbeatable stay for food fanatics.

For a couples' escape

• Coral Reef Club is an elegant hotel set amidst acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, spilling onto white sands. Colonial-chic plantation cottages or suites in creams, whites, and pale wooden hues ooze luxury. A honeymooner's paradise with fantastic spa, cuisine, and beach.
• The House is a contemporary adults-only beachfront hotel. Elegant rooms have capacious beds, white linen curtains, and marble bathrooms. With champagne breakfasts, personalised service, couples' spa treatments, and private beach dinners — this property is made for romance.

For a five star

• Sandy Lane is one of Barbados' oldest and most famed luxury resorts. This opulent 5* beachfront hotel offers romantic rooms, an outdoor pool with a waterfall, a palatial spa, three golf courses, tennis courts and manicured gardens. Complete with sublime cuisine across multiple restaurants — this is a has-it-all property suitable for families or couples.

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  • Cobbler's Cove St Peter, Barbados 40 rooms from £386

    
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    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

    

    Recommended by  -  Relais & Chateaux, Fodors

    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. See More

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  • Lone Star Mount Standfast, Barbados 6 rooms from £386

    
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    Foodies  -  The restaurant at Lone Star has a reputation as the "Ivy of the Caribbean"

    Restaurant  -  Fabulous restaurant with terrace overlooking a pristine beach specialising in European dishes with a Caribbean twist

    Spa  -  There is no spa per se, but the hotel will organise any treatments you wish to be taken in the privacy of your room

    Seaside  -  Stunning ocean views

    

    A stunning restaurant with rooms on Barbados's west coast, overlooking a pristine sandy beach. With just six rooms this is an intimate, luxurious stay where the ethos is pampering to the max! The excellent restaurant has reputation as "The Ivy of the Caribbean". Unmissable! See More

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  • Royal Pavilion Barbados 75 rooms from £389

    
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    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

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    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. See More

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  • Coral Reef Club Barbados 88 rooms from £414

    
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    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.

    

    Recommended by  -  Small Luxury Hotels, Fodors

    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. See More

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  • The House St. James, Barbados 34 rooms from £597

    
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    Honeymoons  -  Champagne breakfasts, personalised service, couples spa treatments, white sand beaches & private beach dinners

    Foodies  -  Daphne's is one of Barbados' top restaurants

    Views  -  Ocean or tropical garden view suites

    Sights nearby  -  St. Nicholas Abbey

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    Contemporary adults-only hotel. Elegant rooms have large beds, white linen curtains and marble bathrooms. Outdoor pool, chic terrace, direct beach access, gym and spa. Sensational modern Italian cuisine. Private, beautiful and luxurious. See More

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  • Sandy Lane Barbados 96 rooms from £851

    
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    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  -  Fully staffed.

    Sailing  -  Can be booked nearby.

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors

    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. See More

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  • The Sandpiper St. James, Barbados 50 rooms from £391

    
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    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  -  Great views from hotel

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors, Small Luxury Hotels

    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. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 4th October 2021