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Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-InclusivevsLone Star Boutique Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels ranks significantly better than Lone Star Boutique Hotel. Tamarind by Elegant Hotels comes in at #11 in Barbados with praise from 6 reviews such as Star Service, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
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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Lone Star Boutique Hotel Frommer's Fodor's Travel + Leisure Star Service Lonely Planet The Telegraph Frommer's
Mount Standfast, Porters, Barbados
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "It's the most retro-chic spot on Barbados." Full review
Fodor's "British owners transformed this 1940s-era service station into a sleek four-suite boutique hotel that—fortunately or unfortunately—has been discovered by celebrities." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This former roadside gas station still manages to attract a fashionable clientele with its Philippe Starck-inspired design." Full review
Star Service "This is a boutique property designed for no-fuss luxury with self-made pampering." Full review
Lonely Planet "Built right on the sands, this new low-rise boutique hotel has supremely comfortable rooms with stained wooden floors, vaulted ceilings and full-length sliding glass doors." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A glamorous restaurant right on a gorgeous west-coast beach, with half-a-dozen immensely stylish bedrooms attached." Full review
Frommer's "The three luxury suites—Cadillac, Studebaker, and Buick—are in the main building, with king-sized four-poster canopy beds on mahogany floors under whirling fans and private terraces with ocean views." Full review
