Luxury Vacations
Barbados is a Life Of Luxury – The island of Barbados is well known for being the playground of the rich and famous, as well as all things luxurious.
Whether you’re looking for a budget or ‘no frills’ experience, or a luxurious all-inclusive piece of the action, Barbados is a place that has something for all vacation styles.
From luxury accommodation to dining options, designer shopping, exclusive nightlife, as well as indulgent activities like yachting, Barbados can provide the complete high-end package.
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Want to stay somewhere private but with all the ‘bells and whistles’?
Well, you’ve come to the right place – Barbados is home to a variety of luxurious accommodation styles to cater to all tastes and budgets.
From hotels and resorts, luxury villas, condominiums and apartments, beach cottages, and even guesthouses, you’re sure to find the type of luxury accommodation you desire right here in Barbados.
When talking about luxury in Barbados, the first words that come to mind are Sandy Lane, the ultimate in opulence and extravagance. Not only is Sandy Lane prime luxurious accommodation on the island, but it also includes a golf course, spa, and a variety of dining options.
It’s also worthwhile checking out Intimate Hotels of Barbados, who provide a variety of accommodation styles in a variety of locations, so you have a selection to choose.
Sandals Resorts are an award-winning chain of resorts that are all-inclusive luxury accommodation at its finest. The renovated resort (2014-2015) includes 11 ‘Discovery Dining’ choices, butler service, swimming pools, tennis courts, and much more.
The infamous Crane Residential Resort is one of the leading luxury resorts in Barbados. Overlooking the award-winning Crane Beach, the Resort offers three categories of oceanfront accommodation, a variety of fine dining cuisine restaurants like Zen Sushi and Thai Restaurant, L’Azure Restaurant, and D’Onofrio’s Trattoria, as well as a variety of additional features to suit any traveler with luxury in mind.
If you’re looking for something a bit different, then Fustic House, an old plantation house, is now also a luxury retreat and a great accommodation option.
There’s also Courtyard by Marriott, a luxury hotel with an onsite day spa and fitness facilities.
Bougainvillea Beach Resort is another option, and you’ll get the luxury of beach views, pools and restaurants, in a prime south coast location.
Enjoy the luxury and privacy of Sugar Cane Club Hotel and Spa, an intimate adults-only boutique hotel set on the tropical west coast.
The Savannah Beach Hotel is a four-star all-inclusive beachfront property with rooms ranging from standard to deluxe oceanfront, three restaurants, and a fitness center.
Stay In Style
There are a variety of options when it comes to a luxury villa, apartment, and condominium-style accommodation in Barbados.
If you are on the island longer-term, there is the option of buying any of these, but many vacationers with luxury taste choose to rent a villa for the duration of their stay instead.
There are also a few businesses island-wide who can help you in your search for the perfect luxury accommodation.
If you’d prefer to rent an apartment, we recommend the Plum Tree Club at Rockley Golf Course, where you can also enjoy a game of tennis, if golf is not your cup of tea.
Perhaps you like condominiums? Barbados Beach View Hotel is an all-suite condominium hotel in Paynes Bay, St. James, just near Holetown.
Taste The Luxury
When it comes to luxury and fine dining, you’re spoilt for choice in Barbados.
Check out our Dining Guide and Restaurant Guide pages for an island restaurant and dining overview.
Totally Barbados recommends:
— Zen Sushi and Thai Restaurant
— Champers Restaurant and Wine Bar on the south coast.
Shop, Shop, Shop
Shop ’til you drop in Barbados, with a wide selection of luxury shopping options – choose from department stores like Cave Shepherd or quaint little boutiques and art galleries.
The Crane Village is fast becoming a destination point in Barbados. Located within the Crane Residential Resort, you’ll find loads of duty-free shopping and designer brands, and you don’t need to be a guest of the Resort to enjoy this luxury shopping experience.
Why not take a trip to Little Switzerland, a leading duty-free retailer of exclusive and luxury jewelry, watches and giftwares across the Caribbean.
We also recommend The Royal Shop for more duty-free shopping, and as the only official Rolex retailer on the island.
Barbados is also home to the largest direct-to-customer diamond dealers, Diamonds International which additionally offers duty-free luxury shopping.
Limegrove Lifestyle Centre is a deluxe shopping center on the glamorous west coast which houses designer shops, luxury bars, stylish restaurants, and much more to suit your luxury shopping needs.
Luxury Activities
If you’re looking for luxurious activities to indulge in, then Barbados is the perfect place for you.
There are numerous golf courses, as well as day spas and salons where you can pamper yourself in island luxury.
Why not try yachting or a luxury catamaran cruise?
And, no vacation to Barbados would be complete without indulging in a polo match to watch a game and socialize.
Exclusive Nightlife
Barbados may be a small island, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t know how to party in style.
There are a variety of Nightlife and Clubs, and for a more luxurious night out, you might want to try 1st and 2nd streets Holetown or checking out some of the other West Coast Nightlife.
Want to know more? Check out our Barbados Events Calendar.
Author: Brett Callaghan
