ECO Lifestyle & LodgevsTamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both properties are rated highly by writers. Overall, Sea-U Guest House is the choice of most reviewers compared to Tamarind by Elegant Hotels. Sea-U Guest House comes in at #9 in Barbados with positive reviews from 7 reviews such as The Telegraph, Fodor's and Oyster.
ECO Lifestyle & Lodge
Tent Bay, St. Joseph, Bathsheba BB21054, Barbados
From $164/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Far from the south coast, this guesthouse is a retreat from the world. It's the lazy life here." Full review
Concierge
"The four rooms here and the three in an adjoining cottage are all simply outfitted with mahogany furniture, white bedcovers, and wicker chairs."
Fodor's
"The property, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, is thick with palm trees and other tropical foliage." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"From the front, this hideaway on the island’s east coast doesn't look like much, but out back is a two-story plantation-style hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Located in the small fishing village of Tent Bay, the hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the beautiful Bathsheba beach." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A wonderful wooden guesthouse with comfortable rooms and a very appealing porch looking out to sea from the hillside location." Full review
Frommer's
"This East Coast retreat of cool sea breezes and hammocks swinging from the palm trees on the grassy lawn overlooking the surf was built of whitewashed hardwood planks in an open, airy..." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This great-value little hotel is perched on a hillside just back from the sea on the undeveloped and breezy east coast of Barbados" Full review
Frommer's
"Ceiling fans and mosquito nettings twinned around the king-sized beds’ mahogany pencil posts in the six rooms of the main house are a hint that you are supposed to unplug and cool off the natural way" Full review
Independent
"For great value close to the surf spots on the island’s wild east coast, opt for a stay at the Eco Lifestyle and Lodge near Bathsheba"
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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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