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Royal WestmorelandvsTamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both Royal Westmoreland and Tamarind by Elegant Hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels ranks significantly higher than Royal Westmoreland. Tamarind by Elegant Hotels comes in at 83 with positive reviews from 6 reviewers such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Royal Westmoreland
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Star Service
BB24023, Barbados
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Travel + Leisure "Located on an inland ridge overlooking the Caribbean, the Royal Westmoreland is an exclusive 500-acre resort with a variety of two- to seven-bedroom villas." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Royal Westmoreland is an upscale gated estate community set on 250 acres with 200 homes managed by vacation rental and concierge service, Island Villas." Full review
Star Service "Perched on a hill in a gated residential community two kilometers inland from the west coast beaches, this dynamic villa operation offers lavish accommodations and a refined activity roster." Full review
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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