Barbados Vacations

Serene Barbados resort retains the social cachet of a colonial-era clubThe Colony Club by Elegant Hotels earned a AAA 4 diamond award for attentive, personalized service, refined spaces, elegant decor and hard-to-beat gardens. Once a private colonial-era club, the resort offers top-notch dining, poolside activities and heavenly beaches. Poolside rooms offer private pool access to a meandering pool with the feel of a tropical lagoon. Bridgetown is a short ride from the Colony Club by Elegant Hotels. Guest also visit the resort's west coast sister properties via water taxi (weather permitting). HighlightsGuest library with board games and computer with complimentary Internet accessFour lagoon-style freshwater pools meander through seven acres of gardensSome rooms feature private access to the tropical lagoon pool Beach and pool concierge service Beach Ambassador Service offers a variety of amenities and servicesFull breakfast daily RoomsTimeless sophistication is key at the Colony Club by Elegant Hotels. Expect up-to-date details like sunburst mirrors, clean lines and Mission-inspired furniture, along with modern conveniences like flat-panel TV, mini refrigerator, Wi-Fi access (fees apply), air conditioning, clock radio, tea/coffee maker,  iron/ironing board, safe deposit box and iPod docking station. The resort offers six room categories that range from ocean view to one-bedroom suites. All 96 accommodations are non-smoking and include a private balcony or patio, stocked mini bar, and spacious marble bathroom with bathrobe, bathtub, shower and hairdryer. Nightly turn down with service and 24-hour room service (limited menu from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) are available. FeaturesComplimentary water sports at the Colony Club by Elegant Hotels include snorkeling, sailing, boogie boarding, kayaking, windsurfing, water skiing and stand-up paddling. A fitness center, two floodlit tennis courts and beauty salon offering spa services are also available. Manager's cocktail party happens every week. A wedding coordinator and hotel shops are also available for added convenience. DiningThe Laguna Restaurant is the showpiece of the Colony Club by Elegant Hotels dining experience, with vaulted ceilings, white wood beams, decorative archways and tropical plants. Several theme dinners are held each week, with the individual themes varying by season.  The Sunset Bar and Deck provides an outdoor dining experience and features a swim-up bar. Theme nights at this venue include Lobster and Jazz, Bajan Fish Grill and Seaside Grill. In addition to numerous lobster selections at Lobster and Jazz, guests choose from pan-seared red snapper, Caribbean curry chicken and several other dinner entrees. The Planters Bar offers canapes and aperitif in a relaxed setting. Transportation Grantley Adams International Airport (12.8 mi/20.7 km) Attractions Folkestone Marine Park (0.2 mi/0.3 km) Sir Frank Hutson Sugar Machinery Museum (1.7 mi/2.7 km)Harrison's Cave (4.6 mi/7.3 km)Flower Forest (4.9 mi/7.9 km)Turners Hall Woods (5.3 mi/8.5 km)Bridgetown (6.9 mi/11.1 km) Andromeda Gardens (8.3 mi/13.3 km) BusinessWi-Fi Internet access in public areas(fees apply)Conference room facilities and indoor and outdoor event spaces for up to 125 guests Policies and fees The property is temporarily closed from 01 to 30 September 2013 due to renovations.February is an adults-only month. Children under 12 years of age will not be permitted at the property during this time. Normal supplement charges will be applied to teens 13 years or older.

Four-star resort on south coast offers serenity on Caribbean shores The Accra Beach Hotel & Resort, centrally located on the south coast of Barbados, sits on one of the island's most spectacular beaches -- a soft, sun-kissed stretch of sand on the Caribbean sea. Designated Hotel of the Year by the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Associates in 2002 and 2005, the hotel is a short distance from the Grantley Adams International Airport and the picturesque capital city of Bridgetown. Highlights Hotel of the Year Award by Barbados Hotel and Tourism Associates in 2002 and 2005Water sportsActivities centerSpaFitness center Rooms Rooms offer king or twin beds, cable television, in-room safe, coffeemaker, and complimentary Internet access. Features Ideally located on a pristine beach on the lively south coast of Barbados, rooms at this resort boast panoramic views of the island, pool, or ocean. The centerpiece of the 3.5-acre complex is a large swimming pool, complete with swim-up bar.   The air-conditioned Sand Bar and nearby Fig Tree snack bar offer cool refreshments, treats, and light meals during the day. The Wytukai restaurant specializes in Polynesian cuisine. Coco Patch serves Caribbean and international fare. The resort's Chakra Spa features a full roster of body and facial treatments, a hair salon, a fully equipped fitness center, and a game room. The activities center can arrange a wide slate of activities, including scuba diving excursions. Transportation Grantley Adams International Airport (8.7 mi/14 km) Nearby attractions St. Lawrence Gap (1.2 mi/1.9 km)Bridgetown (3.5 mi/5.6 km) Business6,500 square feet of meeting space fully equipped with high-speed Internet, AV, and video-conferencing

The South Gap Hotel is a unique boutique property renowned for providing a spectacular view of the Caribbean Sea and service that is second to none. The hotel enjoys an enviable position right on the waters edge, with the sea lapping up to the side of the ocean-facing pool deck.Each of the 34 rooms boasts an ocean front balcony or patio, kitchenette, air conditioning and complimentary wireless.The poolside restaurant and bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers two daily happy hours. The spicy Chicken Madras with mango chutney is a must. Just step out of the hotel and you are in the heart of St. Lawrence Gap, a street filled with bars, restaurants and nightclubs, all offering great service and phenomenal entertainment. The hotel is within walking distance of the spectacular Dover Beach, where guests can either relax and enjoy the view or engage in a number of water activities.Cribs may be requested and are based on availability.

All-inclusive resort with boat tours, beachfront dining and free Wi-FiThe beachfront, all-inclusive Mango Bay resort provides a wide range of accommodation options in St. James parish on the popular Platinum Coast. Nearby Holetown offers bars, restaurants and boutiques, as well as the Holetown Monument, which commemorates the arrival of the English in Barbados in 1627. Full breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and a scuba lesson in the swimming pool are just a few of the all-inclusive amenities at the resort. The Mango Bay beachfront restaurant offers both open air and air-conditioned seating. HighlightsComplimentary boat tours Guest lounge with a flat-panel television, library, games and computer Baby-sitting available (fees apply) Two wraparound penthouse suites with panoramic ocean views RoomsAll 76 guest rooms at Mango Bay are nonsmoking and feature furnished balconies or patios. Six room types are available: standard room, standard one-bedroom apartment, superior room, deluxe room, oceanfront room and penthouse suites. All include in-room safe and in-room tea- and coffee-making facilities. One-bedroom apartments are privately owned. Each features individual decor. Upper floor units in the two-storey condominium building are accessible by stairs and feature separate living/dining areas ideal for families. Features No beach retreat would be completely relaxing and restorative without spa treatments that help soothe tired muscles and reinvigorate body, mind and soul. Visit Elements Spa at Mango Bay and take advantage of facial, manicure, pedicure, massage and all-over body treatments (fees apply). RecreationThe Mango Bay fitness center features ST Fitness treadmill, an elliptical trainer, an exercise bike, a fitness ball and free weights. Complimentary water sports include water-skiing, kayaking, Hobie Cat sailing, pedal boats and snorkeling. Take advantage of a two-hour catamaran cruise that offers swimming with leatherback and Hawksbill sea turtles. A glass-bottom boat ride lets guests peer into the wonders of the deep. Both tours are included in the Mango Bay all-inclusive fare. Transportation Grantley Adams International Airport (12.6 mi/20.2 km) Attractions Folkestone Marine Park (0.3 mi/0.5 km) Sir Frank Hutson Sugar Machinery Museum (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Harrison's Cave (4.3 mi/7 km)Flower Forest (4.8 mi/7.8 km)Bridgetown (6.4 mi/10.3 km)Garrison Savannah (7.8 mi/12.5 km) BusinessWi-Fi access is available in public areas Policies and feesHotel requires the following dress code for their guests: cover-ups in restaurant at all times. No jeans, shorts or T-shirts in the bar/restaurant after 6:30 p.m.

4-star Barbados family-friendly resort on the shores of Caribbean Sea This 4-star property offers 350 ocean-view guest rooms, 77 Executive Floor rooms, and 33 suites. Two full-service restaurants offer gourmet menus in a casual atmosphere. A poolside snack bar offers light fare and drinks, as well as a swim-up bar. An on-site water sports center offers PADI scuba diving instruction, interconnecting lagoon-style swimming pools, and a spa tub. Kids will love the oceanfront pool and Kid's Club. This property is 100% smoke-free. HighlightsWired and Wi-Fi Internet accessKids Club and oceanfront poolFitness centerPrivate balcony rooms Rooms All guest rooms offer king or two double beds with a private balcony and ocean views. Additional amenities include high-speed Internet access, data port, cable television with premium channels, clock radio, coffee maker, and in-room safe. Bathrooms offer separate shower unit, hairdryer, and signature amenities. Features Hugging the shores of a lush peninsula just minutes from Bridgetown, this 4-star property offers wide open marble-clad public areas and vibrant décor throughout. Guests staying on the executive floor enjoy access to the executive lounge overlooking Carlisle Bay, complimentary breakfast, refreshments, and hors d'oeuvres throughout the day, and private check-in and checkout.   Dining options include three restaurants and the Careenage Bar. Guests can enjoy all-day dining indoors or out at the Lighthouse Terrace. Caribbean and international flavors can be savored at the Grill. The Water's Edge Bar is a tropical poolside oasis offering casual lunch or snacks and a full range of exotic cocktails day or night. For cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while relaxing to the sounds of live music, visit The Careenage Bar. A full-service spa, onsite water sports, tennis courts, and Kid's Club provide fun activities for every member of the family. TransportationGrantley Adams International Airport (10.6 mi/17 km) Nearby attractionsBarbados Museum (1.0 mi/1.6 km)Bridgetown City Center (1.6 mi/2.5 km)Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary (2.5 mi/4.0 km)Harrison's Cave (10.5 mi/ 16.9 km) BusinessFully equipped business center 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space can accommodate up to 570 people