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The Crane ResortvsCourtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados
Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados and The Crane Resort are both rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Crane Resort scores significantly higher than Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados. The Crane Resort comes in at #6 in Barbados with approval from 10 reviews like Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Concierge.
The Crane Resort
Frommer's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
Star Service
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Independent
Crane Beach, Bridgetown, BB18079, Barbados
From $313/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "What hasn't changed is Crane Beach -- called by many the most beautiful spot on earth, its spectacular powder-soft white sand can look pink in certain lights." Full review
Concierge "The new super-luxe units have all the bells and whistles; suites include full kitchens, and most have private plunge pools."
Travel + Leisure "Built in 1887 above a pink-sand beach accessible by a glass-front elevator or 99 stone steps, the Crane was the first resort hotel on Barbados." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Perfectly positioned on beautiful Crane Beach, this elegant hotel was the first to open on the island."
Fodor's "The property encompasses private residences, numerous pools, restaurants, bars, and even a little village." Full review
Star Service "The historic hotel contains 18 accommodations. The standard rooms, studios and one- and two-bedroom suites are clean and airy with high ceilings, and feature antiques atop hardwood floors." Full review
Jetsetter "Stylish, family-friendly Bajan stalwart stationed along secluded Crane Beach." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A vast, gated hotel and timeshare complex above a gorgeous beach in the out-of-the-way south-east corner of Barbados." Full review
Lonely Planet "Dating to 1887, the roots of this gracious resort can still be found in the lovely restaurants set in classic buildings that overlook the beach and ocean." Full review
Independent "The Crane Resort is an extensive beachfront resort on the south coast offering five swimming pools and its own village-like shopping complex"
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Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados DK Eyewitness Fodor's Star Service
Oyster
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
OysterUpper-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
