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The Soco Hotel vs Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels scores significantly better than The SoCo Hotel-Adults Only All Inclusive. Tamarind by Elegant Hotels scores 83 with praise from 6 sources such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
The Soco Hotel
Star Service
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph
South Coast Boardwalk, Hastings, Barbados
From $400 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Star Service
"Along the island's south coast, this all-inclusive resort is chic and contemporary."
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Spa treatments can be organized along the beach or in guest rooms upon request.
Fodor's
"Sophisticated couples love this ultramodern boutique hotel strategically poised on the beachfront in Hastings."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The SoCo Hotel is an all-inclusive boutique property located 10 minutes east of Bridgetown."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"A chic-looking and intimate adults-only all-inclusive on Barbados' south coast, directly above a good beach and oceanfront boardwalk."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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i
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."
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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."
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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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