The Top 8 Hotels & Resorts in Barbados to Book Right Now - Dinogo

Barbados offers an array of hotels that provide distinctive experiences and complete relaxation. Whether you prefer lounging by the pool, watching horses swim in the crystal-clear morning sea, or strolling through gardens adorned with peacocks, there’s an accommodation to fit your desires. Here are some of our top picks for places to stay in Barbados, featuring all-inclusive resorts perfect for families and boutique hotels that are sure to impress.

Sugar Bay Barbados

Opened in 2015, Sugar Bay is the third property operated by the local Seale family, who have been in the hospitality business on the island since 1986. Nestled on the stunning south coast, this 138-room beachfront all-inclusive resort features two pools (including one with a swim-up bar), a fitness center, a complete spa and salon, water sports, and a supervised club for children aged up to 11. It is located next to the Garrison Savannah, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for hosting the Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup horse race.

Sweetfield Manor

Emphasizing simplicity, Sweetfield Manor is a charming 10-room boutique hotel housed in a beautifully restored colonial manor, just minutes away from the pristine sandy beaches of Carlisle Bay on the island's west coast. The property boasts lush gardens and vibrant bougainvillea, along with a pride of majestic peacocks. Each guest room features coral stone walls, polished pine floors, and mahogany furnishings that reflect the timeless elegance of Barbadian heritage.

Cobblers Cove

Nestled among the luxury hotels on Barbados's west coast, once known as the Platinum Coast, Cobblers Cove was built in the 1940s and is recognized for its striking powder-pink exteriors and guest rooms adorned with furniture and artwork made by local craftsmen and artists. After a day spent lounging by the pool or on the lagoon’s floating dock, enjoy a ride on Cobblers’ speedboat or try water-skiing behind it. End your day at the hotel’s seaside restaurant, where the menu features about 95 percent locally sourced ingredients, including Island Lobster Tagliatelle and Thai Green Chicken Curry.

The Crane Resort

Situated away from the bustling tourist areas of the south and west coasts, The Crane on Barbados's southeast coast holds the title of the oldest continuously operating hotel in the Caribbean. Established in 1887, it has spent over a century perfecting its luxurious offerings, which include 40 expansive acres, five swimming pools, a spa, tennis courts, a fitness center, and five on-site restaurants. Be sure to try Zen, which is Zagat-rated and specializes in Japanese and Thai cuisines. The renowned coral-pink Crane Beach, recognized as one of the world's best beaches, is just a short distance from a glass-front elevator.

The Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados

The Radisson Aquatica Resort features eight floors with 124 rooms designed in Barbadian style, each offering stunning views of Carlisle Bay, the island’s historic harbor now designated as a protected marine area. Guests can enjoy these picturesque views from the hotel's restaurant and poolside café or venture out onto the water with stand-up paddleboarding or boating. For early risers, there’s an opportunity to visit the resort’s beach at 6:00 a.m. to witness thoroughbred horses from Garrison Savannah swimming in the ocean.

Coral Reef Club

Founded in the 1950s by British hotelier Budge O’Hara, the family-owned Coral Reef Club spans 12 acres and features 88 rooms, cottages, and suites on Barbados’s upscale west coast. The property is surrounded by gardens that cascade down to a beautiful white-sand beach, while the accommodations are elegantly decorated with carved wood furniture inspired by the West Indies and vibrant drapes. The hotel’s restaurant, led by Chef Hance Bannister, offers fresh seafood and Caribbean-inspired cuisine in a charming open-air dining space.

South Gap Hotel

Situated in the vibrant St. Lawrence Gap on the south coast, the boutique South Gap Hotel serves as an excellent base for those eager to dive into Barbados’s nightlife. Recently renovated in 2017, the hotel boasts breathtaking ocean views, a stylish pool deck, and 34 studios and suites adorned in soothing aqua tones. Keep in mind that with numerous bars and nightclubs nearby, the area can become quite lively at night.

Sandy Lane

Recognized as the most opulent and renowned hotel in Barbados, Sandy Lane is famous for welcoming many repeat celebrity visitors (notably, Tiger Woods exchanged vows here in 2004, while Mark Wahlberg and Simon Cowell are regular guests). Guests can enjoy leisurely strolls along pathways flanked by majestic mahogany trees or unwind by the sea on loungers adorned with the hotel's signature pink fabric. However, the main attraction is undoubtedly the hotel’s trio of golf courses—make sure to secure a tee time at the Tom Fazio-designed Green Monkey, a 7,343-yard course sculpted from a former limestone quarry.