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The House by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive, Adults OnlyvsTamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both properties are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, The House by Elegant Hotels ranks significantly better than Tamarind by Elegant Hotels. The House by Elegant Hotels is ranked #4 in Barbados with recommendations from 10 reviews such as Concierge, The Telegraph and Travel + Leisure.
The House by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive, Adults Only
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Star Service Travel + Leisure
Paynes Bay, Barbados
From $651/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This exclusive retreat, a sophisticated sanctuary of tranquillity and privacy strictly reserved for adults, calls itself not a hotel, but "a concept"." Full review
Concierge "Although this Payne's Bay property has all of the hallmarks of a high-gloss boutique hotel... everything at The House is meant to make you feel, well, at home."
Fodor's "Privacy, luxury, and service are hallmarks of this intimate adult sanctuary next door to sister resort Tamarind." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The crisp blues and whites are the perfect foil for the jungle of bougainvillea and other tropical flora outside. Despite the landscape, though, Paynes Bay's newest hotel somehow fits in." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A luxury, all-suite hotel that offers peace and serenity in a gorgeous beachside setting."
Afar Magazine "From the moment I strolled onto the property, I had the pleasure of enjoying the height of hospitality with a distinctly Bajan, laid-back elegance." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This adults-only boutique hotel on Barbados' platinum west coast, recently completed an extensive renovation to modernize its current ocean-inspired design." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A chic, small-scale, adults-only hotel with a chilled atmosphere, set directly behind one of the best beaches on Barbados' west coast." Full review
Star Service "Service, sensuality and style are the hallmarks of this endearing Elegant Hotel, which is one of the few places oriented to younger professionals instead of the usual retirees." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The House by Elegant Hotels is a romantic escape with a spectacular beachfront setting overlooking the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea"
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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