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Four Diamond Rated Hotels in Barbados


Lindsey Thompson Barbados offers vacationers a true taste of the Caribbean. (Photo: barbados flag image by Vladislav Gajic from Fotolia.com )


A popular vacation destination, the island of Barbados is located in the eastern Caribbean. Created by volcanic activity and considered a coral island, Barbados welcomes visitors to enjoy its many beaches, coral reefs and friendly island atmosphere, according to Barbados.org. Barbados offers vacationers plenty of places to eat, lots to do and various places to stay, including several AAA four-diamond rated hotels.

The Crane Resort

Located on the southeastern shore of Barbados, The Crane Resort gives vacationers privacy and luxury. The Crane Resort sits on a cliff above Crane Beach, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The most photographed hotel in the Caribbean, the Crane consists of the 1887 Crane hotel and the Crane private residences.Other amenities include numerous pools, access to Crane Beach, free shuttle service, room service, high-speed Internet access, a fitness center, car rental, and concierge services. The Crane Resort and Residences Crane Beach St. Philip, Barbados 866-978-5942 thecrane.com

Hilton Barbados

With 350 ocean-view rooms, the Hilton Barbados sits on Neeham’s Point just five minutes from downtown Bridgetown. Visitors to the Hilton Barbados can enjoy two white-sand beaches and a pool complex, a fitness center, and Kidz Paradise Club for the kids.Three restaurants provide Hilton guests with both formal and casual dining, as well as indoor and outdoor seating. Hilton Barbados hiltoncaribbean.com

Colony Club Hotel

Once a gentleman’s club, the Colony Club Hotel sits on seven acres with tropical landscaping and tranquil views. Four fresh-water swimming lagoons, water sports, a fitness center, and tennis courts give guests of the Colony Club plenty to do.Two restaurants, one with open-air seating, and two bars offer options for meals, snacks and drinks. Each guestroom comes complete with private patio or balcony, cable TV, and air conditioning. Colony Club Hotel Porters St James, Barbados 888-996-9948 colonyclubhotel.com

Coral Reef Club

Family-owned for 50 years, the Coral Reef Club spoils visitors in its 88 rooms, all in cottages on the 12-acre property.To keep guests totally relaxed and unplugged, none of the Coral Reef Club rooms have TVs or Internet access. Instead, guests can enjoy the swimming pool, beachfront, spa, and tennis court. The Coral Reef Club restaurant rotates the menu daily and provides vacationers with alfresco dining. Coral Reef Club Porters St. James, Barbados 246-422-2372 coralreefbarbados.com

The Fairmont Royal Pavilion

Set on the west coast of Barbados, The Fairmont Royal Pavilion sits eight miles from Bridgetown. Guests have the chance to fully enjoy the beautiful surroundings and ocean with 72 guestrooms, all with ocean views. To keep busy, visitors can check out the fitness center, the available water sports, and the tennis courts. For a slower pace, guests can relax on the beach or take in a spa treatment. Two restaurants, plus in-room dining, give guests plenty of options come meal time. The Fairmont Royal Pavilion St. James, Barbados 866-540-4485 fairmont.com/royalpavilion










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