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Accra Beach Hotel & SpavsTamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both Accra Beach Hotel & Spa and Tamarind by Elegant Hotels are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels scores slightly higher than Accra Beach Hotel & Spa. Tamarind by Elegant Hotels has a TripExpert Score of 83 with approval from 6 sources such as Fodor's, The Telegraph and Frommer's.
Accra Beach Hotel & Spa
Frommer's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
Star Service
Rockley, PO Box 73W, Barbados
From $234/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This hotel, totally rebuilt in 1996, lies on the prettiest beach on the south coast, only 10 minutes from the airport, with Bridgetown about 3km (2 miles) to the west." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Accra is a mid-size hotel along the lively south coast of Barbados -- a favorite for small conventions that require moderately priced meeting spaces and decent rooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Close to the airport and the capital, this beachside hotel offers a wide range of amenities including a spa, Chakra."
Fodor's "A full-service resort in the middle of the busy south coast, Accra is large, it's modern, it faces a great beach, and it's competitively priced." Full review
Star Service "This mainstream resort attracts middle-of-the-market individuals and small groups who appreciate the fine sandy beach and full range of expected resort facilities." Full review
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive Frommer's Fodor's Oyster Star Service
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Independent
PO Box 429, Paynes Bay, Barbados
From $599/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "On 240m (787 ft.) of prime beachfront, this hotel reopened in late 2010 after an extensive renovation, including the addition of an intimate spa." Full review
Fodor's "This sleek Mediterranean-style resort, which sprawls along 750 feet of prime west-coast beachfront, is large enough to cater to sophisticated couples and active families." Full review
OysterUpscale
"With three pools, a long but narrow beach, an on-site spa and salon, and both family and adult-only areas, the resort has wide appeal." Full review
Star Service "This sprawling, three-story Mediterranean-style complex sits back from one of the better west coast beaches, separated from the water by shady palms and emerald lawns." Full review
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For a room with a view, try 205, 232 or 305, and avoid 247-249, as they are among the options closest to the street.
Lonely Planet "Everything is discreet about this understated luxury resort, which has a hacienda motif, right on the beach at Paynes Bay." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Tamarind is one of the best bets for a smart but informal, and relatively affordable, west-coast stay – and its location is hard to beat." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The 101-room resort features private outdoor space in each room, offering stunning views of the property’s gardens or sparkling waters. Numerous dining options include the Dine Around Programme"
Independent "Tamarind offers an informal yet high-quality all-inclusive stay on the Platinum Coast, backing onto the famed Paynes Bay"
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