Little Arches Boutique HotelvsTamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both Little Arches Boutique Hotel and Tamarind by Elegant Hotels are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Little Arches Boutique Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Tamarind by Elegant Hotels. Little Arches Boutique Hotel comes in at 89 with endorsements from 9 reviews like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
Little Arches Boutique Hotel
Enterprise Beach Rd, Barbados
From $220/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"A real discovery, this adults-only boutique hotel overlooks white-sand Enterprise Beach on the south coast. It's a charmer for those who seek out personalized hotels." Full review
Concierge
"Owners Jacinta and Mark Cathran transformed the space into the island's most darling retreat, and its residential location on Enterprise Beach gives it an off-the-beaten-path allure."
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Ask for an ocean-facing suite with a private patio.
Fodor's
"Just east of the fishing village of Oistins, this classy boutique hotel has a distinctly Mediterranean ambience and a perfect vantage point overlooking the sea." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located on the white-sand Enterprise Beach, Little Arches is a small, adults-only hotel just a mile outside the fishing village of Oistins." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Due to its small size, the hotel has a private, luxurious ambiance, and the rates are reasonable for this caliber of property." Full review
Star Service
"Situated across the road from a low cliff that slopes down to a wide, tree-lined "locals" beach, this Mediterranean, Capri-like hotel is accented by abstract murals made from locally crafted tiles." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This intimate, salmon-pink, hacienda-style hotel is popular with young-ish couples looking for romance, a chilled-out atmosphere." Full review
Jetsetter
"Mediterranean design meets the Caribbean beach at this romantic and intimate adults-only hideaway on Barbados's southern coast
." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Possibly the best boutique hotel on the south coast." Full review
Independent
"Little Arches is a charming, hacienda-style boutique hotel near Oistins. It is centred around its outdoor pool, surrounded by the pink-hued house and covered terrace areas."
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Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
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
Oyster
Upscale
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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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