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Atlantis Historic InnvsFairmont Royal Pavilion
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Atlantis Hotel ranks slightly better than Fairmont Royal Pavilion. The Atlantis Hotel scores 86 with praise from 9 sources such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Atlantis Historic Inn
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Tent Bay, St. Joseph, Bathsheba, Barbados
From $278/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This scenic outpost is one of the best bets for those who'd like to avoid the hordes and hide out here in a sort of beachhouse atmosphere." Full review
Fodor's "A fixture on the rugged east coast for more than a century and renowned for its spectacular oceanfront location." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"If the name “Atlantis” conjures up images of the megaresort in the Bahamas, then think again." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The first hotel on the rugged eastern shore, the Atlantis has been overhauled—the 10 airy suites have been expanded to 500 square feet and have large canopy beds." Full review
Star Service "The staff brims with local knowledge and history and acts as a clearing house for the many excursions available along this windward coast. " Full review
Lonely Planet "One cove south of Bathsheba, Atlantis was the original hotel in the area." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Atlantis Hotel is a rainbow-coloured ranch that’s been a hospitable Barbados hideaway for over a century: recently refurbished, it’s a stately slice of island history."
The Telegraph8.0
"Colonial-chic decor, friendly service and renowned Bajan buffet lunches make the boutique Atlantis a dependable choice in the seaside hamlet of Tent Bay on the quiet east coast of Barbados." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Stay in a stately slice of Barbados history at the Atlantis Hotel, a brightly coloured ranch turned airy contemporary getaway." Full review
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Advised to avoid the riptides, Andrew suggests we wallow instead in the natural rockpools towards Barclay.
Fairmont Royal Pavilion
Concierge Fodor's Oyster Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide Star Service The Telegraph
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
OysterLuxury
"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 Telegraph8.0
"This hotel has arguably the best location of any on Barbados, set right beside a gorgeous beach." Full review
