- Type: Luxury Hotel
- Summary: A premium all-inclusive hotel overlooking the Caribbean Sea
- Feature: Local attractions include tours of the rum distilleries
- Rooms: 101 rooms & suites
- Location: St James, Barbados
- Star rating: 4 Star
- Nearest airport: Grantley Adams International Airport
Amenities
Location and transfer
Approximately 35 minutes from Grantley Adams International Airport by private car transfer.
Each of the 101 contemporary guest rooms and suites feature their own private balcony or patio, overlooking either the pool, gardens or Caribbean Sea. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, modern bathrooms, premium toiletries, bathrobes, and tea and coffee making facilities.
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Pool Garden View :
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- Room View: Pool & garden views
- Facilities: These spacious guestrooms are decorated with a vibrant Caribbean décor and feature a private patio or balcony. There’s a king-size bed and an additional fold-out sleeper chair suitable for one child.
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Ocean Front :
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- Room View: Ocean views
- Facilities: These rooms combine modern Caribbean décor with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. Rooms are equipped with a king-size bed, air conditioning and a flat screen television.
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Ocean Front with Sleeper Chair :
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- Room View: Ocean views
- Facilities: A blend of bold Caribbean colour and modern décor make these rooms very appealing. There are also stunning ocean views, while the room itself is made up of one king-size bed and one sleeper chair – well appointed for two adults and one child.
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Junior Suite – Pool or Garden View:
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- Room View: Pool or garden views
- Facilities: Generously sized and airy, each of these rooms has an individual style. There’s a sitting area (with sofa bed) and a main bedroom with king-size bed or two twin beds. These rooms can accommodate up to three adults or two adults with two children.
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Junior Suite – Ocean View:
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- Room View: Ocean views
- Facilities: Generously sized and airy, each of these rooms has an individual style. There’s a sitting area (with sofa bed) and a main bedroom with king-size bed or two twin beds. These rooms can accommodate up to three adults or two adults with two children. Guests enjoy picture-perfect vistas across the ocean.
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Family Connected Ocean View Junior Suites:
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- Room View: Ocean View
- Facilities: Ideal for families or larger groups, interconnecting junior suites include main bedrooms with king-size bed or two twin beds, sitting areas with sofa beds, spacious bathrooms and a private balcony or patio to admire the incredible ocean vistas in the distance. These rooms can accommodate up to six adults or four adults and four children.
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One-Bedroom Suite – Pool or Garden View :
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- Room View: Pool or garden views
- Facilities: These one bedroom suites have a separate living room providing ample space and comfort. Each suite features a king-size bed with a sofa bed in the living room - sleeping up to four adults or two adults and three children. Premium amenities include a flat screen TV, mini-fridge, laptop safe, complimentary Wi-Fi and a spacious bathroom with shower/bath combination
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One-Bedroom Suite – Ocean View:
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- Room View: Ocean views
- Facilities: These one bedroom suites have a separate living room providing ample space and comfort. Each suite features a king-size bed with a sofa bed in the living room - sleeping up to four adults or two adults and three children. Premium amenities include a flat screen TV, mini-fridge, laptop safe, complimentary Wi-Fi and a spacious bathroom with shower/bath combination.
Tamarind's premium all-inclusive offering invites you to enjoy all cuisine and drinks across two wonderful restaurants and two bars onsite. Breakfast and lunch are served at the laid-back Sugar Cane Room, all-day dining (11.30am-9.30pm) is offered at the 246 bar, afternoon tea can be enjoyed daily, and dinner offers a unique dining experience. Tamarind hosts speciality themed evenings such as 'Taste of Asia' and 'West Indian' nights. The International Beach Buffet is also a guest favourite, featuring a wide selection of international and local fare and multiple food stations such as the tempting seafood station and live roti station. The evening also features an exciting live floor show with performances by professional dancers, fire eaters, flaming limbo performers and more. In addition, Tamarind is pleased to offer its guests an inclusive dinner menu at the award-winning Italian restaurant, Daphne’s, located just next door.
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- Cuisine: Tapas
- Setting: A trendy south beach inspired lounge, serving light fare all day from 11am.
- Dress Code: Casual
- Children's Menu: No
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
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- Cuisine: Breakfast
- Setting: This casual dining venue is open-air serves buffet breakfasts.
- Dress Code: Smart-casual
- Children's Menu: No
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
246 Bar & Restaurant :expand_more
- Cuisine: Various Cuisine
- Setting: Located on the beachfront, 246 offers live, pool-side entertainment on selected evenings and serves food and refreshments.
- Dress Code: Casual
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
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- Cuisine: An exclusive menu of exquisitely crafted Italian fare as part of the all-inclusive offering.
- Setting: An award-winning waterfront restaurant next door to the hotel. Guests will receive their Tamarind-Inclusive menu voucher to dine at Daphne’s, which must be presented upon arrival.
- Dress Code: Elegant casual
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: Yes
Family
One of the best children's clubs in Barbados, the popular Flying Fish Kids Club operates daily from 9am to 9pm, while the Tamarind Teens Den is an interactive entertainment centre for the whole family. Each space features popular activities by age group with a real focus on outdoor activities and watersports, as well as local educational activities. The friendly, qualified team constantly plans fun events for little guests - such as outdoor movie nights, baking, swimming, game nights and wireless headphone parties. In addition, the resort offers a variety of bespoke tours, activities and fitness classes for the whole family.
The Beach
Conveniently located, a mere thirty-five-minute drive from the airport, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels is situated on a 750-foot expanse of the famed Platinum West Coast of Barbados. With sensational ocean views and pristine white sand just steps away from the rooms, guests can enjoy a Beach & Pool Ambassador service along with a selection of complimentary motorised and non-motorised watersports. The Aqua School provides free lessons in water-skiing, plus there is always the fun of tubing, a water trampoline, banana boat rides, sailing and snorkelling.
Romance
Couples can enjoy romantic dining under the stars, a sunset catamaran cruise, horse-back riding along the beach, a myriad of island excursions, or blissful spa treatments together. Whether planning the perfect proposal, renewing vows, celebrating a special anniversary, planning a heavenly honeymoon, or simply re-connecting with your loved one, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels offers a myriad of ways to celebrate with your loved one, under the charming Caribbean sunshine.
Spa & Wellness
Pamper yourself at the luxurious Tamarind Spa. From Salt and Oil Body Scrubs to Deep Cleansing Facials, they will be sure to take care of all your relaxation needs. Tamarind Spa offers massages, scrubs, facials, couples massages and treatments just for kids and teens.
Weddings
Create and celebrate your dream Barbados wedding within the stunning tropical surroundings and glorious Bajan beachfront of Tamarind by Elegant Hotels. Whether you plan a small beachfront ceremony, prefer a venue within the attractive gardens, or would like to take your vows beside the pool; there are a range of lavish and intimate wedding packages available to choose from. The hotel's expert planners are on-hand to ensure that every detail is beautifully bespoke.
Culture & History
Discover the rich history of Barbados on a scenic Hidden Treasures island tour which stops at key landmarks and attractions that are off the beaten path. Alternatively, experience a taste of Barbados on the Coast to Coast island tour visiting St. Nicholas Abbey rum distillery and the beautiful East Coast of Barbados with stops at Bathsheba and Cherry Tree Hill offering panoramic views of the East Coast.
In Addition
The hotel offers an extended activities programme during peak seasons including wireless headphone parties, sunset bonfires, cooking demonstrations and more.