Fodor's Expert Review Sandals Barbados
St. Lawrence Gap, Maxwell, Christ Church, Barbados
Romance is definitely in the air at this truly magnificent (couples-only) Sandals property, which surrounds an 8-acre garden and lagoon—the longest and largest in Barbados. Crystal Lagoon Village offers spacious suites, each with a separate sitting room and stocked bar, an oversize spa-style bathroom with an enormous soaking tub for two, swim-up suites on the first floor, and upper-floor suites with a second soaking tub (also for two) on the balcony. Rooms in Ocean Village offer panoramic views of Turtle Beach and the sea beyond. Caribbean Village is convenient to the pool and cabanas. Choose among 11 dining venues (including Indian, Japanese, seafood, English pub, regional Italian, pizza, French patisserie, and New York–style steak house) and endless activities, all included. As a special indulgence (at extra cost), a personal butler will provide attentive service—including drawing a bubble bath complete with Champagne and snacks, making dinner reservations, reserving a particular pool chaise, setting up tours, and more.
PROS
- great beach and beautiful garden
- myriad activities, including unlimited scuba diving, windsurfing, and sailing
- visit, dine, and play at Sandals Royal Barbados next door
CONS
- fabulously expensive, so look for frequent promotional offers
- with so much to do, it's easy to forget there's a whole island to explore
- lacks Bajan authenticity
HOTEL INFO
HOTEL DETAILS
Rate Includes: All-Inclusive, Minimum three-night stay
