All-inclusive beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools
On the beach
You'll find Paynes Bay Beach and Barbados Polo Club within a 15-minute walk of this Paynes Bay hotel. Sandy Lane Golf Course and Sandy Lane Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
All-inclusive
This all-inclusive hotel features a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and an arcade/game room, and families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities.
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
4.4
out of 5
4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition5.0 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Couples (2)Family (1)
5 out of 5
Beautiful beach,great property but most important great super friendly staff
Posted by a verified traveller on 3 Jul. 2019
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5 out of 5
The views of the sea and sunsets were spectacular. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. The hotel is at a great location to access sightseeing destinations like St Nicholas Abbey and Animal Flower Cave.
Posted by CHRISTOPHER on 2 Apr. 2019
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5 out of 5
Lovely Hotel
Pros:Location, clean and friendly staff
Location:right on the beach and close to shopping and tourist sites and nice restaurants
Lovely hotel right on the beach and close to shopping and tourist sites and nice restaurants. If you like shrimp, try the shrimp curry with coconut rice at the CARIBA RESTAURANT which is close by. St James Parish is an upscale part of Barbados and I will not hesitate going back again!
Posted by Harry C., from Toronto on 23 Sep. 2015
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4 out of 5
Great atmosphere and friendly staff
We just got back from Tamarind after a 7 day stay. Firstly, the grounds are amazing and the entire staff were very friendly. I gave this a 4 because the room was nice , but the shower doors were a little funky and we would end up with a huge puddle on the floor.
The breakfast bar was great. Lots to choose from. Was not too crazy about the lunch menu, not a lot of choices, plus had fish on two occasions and it was extremely salt . Also lots off birds show up at breafast, not a fan.
Nice beach. Clean rooms. The duvet was a nice touch and the bed was very comfortable .
Posted by Kozzys, from New Jersey on 16 Sep. 2013
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4 out of 5
A nice stay
Pros:Free breakfast, Free Internet, Quiet
Our stay was Sept 19-23 2012. We stayed in room 337. Upon pulling up to the property I was not impressed. From the outside it looks a little raggedy. The inside looks much better than the outside! Check-in was easy, they offer a welcome Rum punch and a cold towel to cool you down(mine smelled weird so I didnt use it). The room was wonderful. It looks as if the room was renovated but you can tell overall it is an older building. No elevator. The room was a nice size, nice size bed, large balcony overlooking the pool area. Great space to sit out. The bathroom was a decent size, I didnt really understand the tub/shower door (when you take a shower water goes everywhere.) The included water sports were a great addition! Water skiing was fun! The included breakfast was also great. Some of the food changed everyday but for the most part they always had the omelet station, fruit, pancakes, bacon/sausage and breads/pastries. Wonderful way to start the day off! I just wish breakfast started earlier and ended later. The business center and fitness facility were great and we did put those to use. The managers cocktail hour on Wednesday was fun, great finger foods and delicious drinks! Everyone on staff at this hotel is super friendly and always willing to help.(almost to the point of irritation). Overall very nice stay, very friendly staff, good food...and good fun!
Posted by str8forward, from Atlanta, GA, USA on 27 Sep. 2012
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5 out of 5
An excellent property: well-located; friendly, helpful staff; in very good condition
Pros:Free breakfast, Close restaurants, Quiet, small size, business center does provide access to the intern.
Cons:No free Internet
Tamarind is located on the fashionable West Coast of Barbados. It has a lovely beach with good facilities. The property is in excellent condition with nicely decorated rooms and up-to-date bathrooms. The restaurants serve a variety of well-prepared foods. There are three pools, but these are a bit small. The staff is very attentive and friendly. Overall, a superior choice among many good hotels in Barbados.
Posted by medalman, from New York, NY, USA on 9 Apr. 2012
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5 out of 5
AMAZING! Must stay here!!
The newly renovated hotel is just perfect. The rooms are spacious and very clean and comfortable. The bar and restaurant areas are also great, and the food was spectacular. For anyone traveling with teens, this is the only place to stay. The teen club was so cool, I wanted to stay in there and hang out. The level of service and attention was out of this world. They really make everyone who checks in feel like a VIP with the service, friendliness and extra specials in the room.
I recommend this to anyone- single travelers, family, couples. The beach was beautiful and it is right next door to Daphne's restaurant and The House (which is also amazing). If you stay here, you will have an amazing vacation.
Posted by a verified traveller on 13 Mar. 2011
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2 out of 5
Stay was nothing special - just ok.
My wife and I stayed here May 2009. We upgraded to an ocean front deluxe room but probably should have saved the money. Rooms are not any bigger than the standard, the view is better, just make sure that you get a second or third floor room. The bushes on the bottom floor block everything.
We had problems with the bathroom electrical outlet, the cold water knob in the shower/tub was very hard to turn and the hot water did not regulate correctly. The shower Water pressure was very low. Also, there was a very bad smell in one of the closets (something rotted). The electrical outlet was fixed on our third night but the water regulation was not fixed, even after talking to the manager.
The reception staff in the lobby are very unfriendly and always on the offensive.
Service in the restraunts is very slow expect to be there 2 to 3 hours. One night people were sitting for hours and were never served because of a staffing issue. People complained and recieved free drinks. We went somewhere else to eat.
The beach area in front of hotel is small but bigger than other hotels on the west coast. Beach area is not very clean, cigarette butts everywhere. Beach water is beautiful and there is some corral there for snorkeling and seeing some fish. Beach vendors are a constant bother from morning until evening.
The only good thing is that you can walk a short distance down the beach and swim with the sea turtles in front of St. James. The west coast is very hot and there is no breeze. We would not stay here again. Recommend staying towards the southern end of the island at the Crane or Hilton.
Posted by a verified traveller on 9 Jun. 2009
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About the Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa. Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a 24-hour fitness center, and a spa tub. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Paynes Bay hotel.
1 building
104 guestrooms or units
3 levels
2 bars or lounges
English breakfast (free)
Kid's club (free)
Childcare (surcharge)
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Conference center
Business facilities
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Game room or arcade
Pool or billiards table
Library
Terrace
Garden
Gift shop
Beauty salon
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Onsite shopping
Bellhop
Smoking in designated areas
Dining venue
Family Friendly Amenities
Family property
Number of outdoor pools - 3
Free WiFi
Children's club (free)
Laundry facilities
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
In-room childcare (surcharge)
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Available in some public areas:
Free WiFi
Parking
Free self parking
Transport
Parking: Free self parking
Room Amenities
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive offers 104 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Paynes Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
Private balcony or patio
Minibar
In-room dining (limited hours)
Flat-screen television
Cable channels
Coffee maker
Shower and tub combination
Housekeeping (daily)
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Massage in room (surcharge)
Hair dryer
Safe
Bathrobes
Toiletries (free)
Iron and ironing board
Blackout drapes
Climate control (air conditioning)
Ensuite bathroom
Connecting rooms available
Food & Drink
Guests are served free English breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.
Rilaks Deck - This restaurant serves lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Sugar Cane Room - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
246 Bar and Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Spa Services
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Massages on beach
Manicures and pedicures
Aromatherapy treatments
Ayurvedic treatments
Massages
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-in time ends at midnight
Special check-in instructions:
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Policies
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and cash.
For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Service animals not allowed
Debit cards not accepted
Staffed front desk
Smoke detector
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 9.63 per accommodation, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Hotel Names
Tamarind Elegant Hotels
Tamarind Elegant Hotels Hotel
Tamarind Elegant Hotels Hotel Paynes Bay
Tamarind Elegant Hotels Paynes Bay
Tamarind By Elegant Hotel Paynes Bay
Tamarind By Elegant Hotels Barbados/Saint James Parish
Hotel Tamarind Cove
Tamarind Elegant Hotels Resort Paynes Bay
Tamarind Cove Barbados
Tamarind Elegant Hotels Resort
Tamarind egant Hotels Paynes
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels All Inclusive
You should know
Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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