Fairmont Royal PavilionvsCourtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Fairmont Royal Pavilion ranks significantly better than Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados. Fairmont Royal Pavilion comes in at #12 in Barbados with approval from 8 reviews such as Oyster, Concierge and Forbes Travel Guide.
Fairmont Royal Pavilion
St. James, Porters BB24051 , Barbados
From $640/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Formerly a favorite of British fly-and-fry package tourists, the Royal Pavilion got a royal upgrade courtesy of new owners Fairmont Hotels."
Fodor's
"Every guest room and suite in this luxurious adults-oriented resort... has immediate access to 11 acres of lush tropical gardens and an uninterrupted view of the sea from its broad balcony or patio." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Sprawling across 11 acres on the west coast of Barbados, the property is situated closer to the waterfront than others in the area." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"All 72 rooms, a mere eight miles from Bridgetown, the island’s capital, fuse colonial style with Caribbean cool." Full review
Jetsetter
"Skilled in the art of seduction, the Fairmont Royal Pavilion was one of the first great beach hotels to open on Barbados." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Between its beachfront restaurants and the verdant gardens that pepper the property, Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Barbados foregrounds the irresistible beauty of the island at every turn." Full review
Star Service
"On the northwest coast, 13 km north of Bridgetown, 2 km north of Holetown...this well-groomed hotel is one of the most sophisticated full-service resorts on the island." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This hotel has arguably the best location of any on Barbados, set right beside a gorgeous beach." Full review
Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados
The Garrison Historic Area, Hastings, Christ Church, Bridgetown BB15156, Barbados
From $159/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
DK Eyewitness
"With its beautiful sea views, proximity to sandy beaches, shopping, and restaurants, and its high-end business facilities, this hotel is a good option for both families... and business travelers."
Fodor's
"Comfortable, contemporary, convenient, and economical, this place is pleasant and the rooms are well appointed." Full review
Star Service
"As one of the lone chain links on the island, this Marriott family member is well-priced and a favorite of business travelers that prefer a smaller operation than the bustling Hilton." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Belonging to the Marriott brand, the Courtyard, Barbados is an upper-middle-range chain hotel that may be better suited to business travelers than vacationers looking for an island experience." Full review