Sugar Bay Barbados

Barbados, Caribbean

Virgin rating

Signature Room
Signature Room
Signature Room
Deluxe Signature Room
Deluxe Signature Room
Deluxe Signature Room
Ocean Front Room
Family Suite
Family Suite
Family Suite
Family Suite
Colin's Beach Bar
UMI
UMI
Reef Restaurant
Reef Restaurant
Sizzle Steakhouse
Sizzle Steakhouse
Lazy Mongoose
Lazy Mongoose
Lobby
Library
Beachfront Lounge
Driftwood Cafe Lounge
Reef
Kids Club
Creche
Creche
Signature Room
Signature Room
Signature Room
Deluxe Signature Room
Deluxe Signature Room
Deluxe Signature Room
Ocean Front Room
Family Suite
Family Suite
Family Suite
Family Suite
Colin's Beach Bar
UMI
UMI
Reef Restaurant
Reef Restaurant
Sizzle Steakhouse
Sizzle Steakhouse
Lazy Mongoose
Lazy Mongoose
Lobby
Library
Beachfront Lounge
Driftwood Cafe Lounge
Reef
Kids Club
Creche
Creche

The hotel

The All Inclusive Sugar Bay Barbados offers a delightful holiday base with an array of activities, four fantastic restaurants, tranquil Caribbean waters in a protected lagoon, and with Bridgetown only a 10-minute drive away, you will be spoilt for choice with things to do and see! Perfect for couples, friends and families, Sugar Bay oozes boho-chic style and radiates a serene atmosphere allowing you to completely unwind in paradise. Guest rooms suit all types of holidaymakers with spacious family suites ideal for larger groups, all of which have great views of the ocean, the pool or the lush, green gardens. Being just a few metres from the calmest seas of the south coast, water sports are very much the order of the day with plenty available. Aside from taking a swim in the cool Caribbean Sea, there are also two swimming pools to laze by and a fitness centre for enthusiasts. Otherwise, head to Karma Spa for a spot of well-deserved pampering. Whilst the adults are at play, the kids have their very own children’s club, offering beach games, competitions and opportunities for exploring. Teens aren’t left out; they can hang together in the clubhouse, an adult no-go area! Dining is a joy, as Sugar Bay Barbados boasts more dining options than most hotels in Barbados! There is a tantalising selection of restaurants to choose from, each utilising the freshest produce from land and sea.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Babysitting service
  • Creche
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Families
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym

Where is it

Overlooking the stunning beachfront and tranquil Caribbean Sea. The capital, Bridgetown, is only a 10-minute drive away. The south coast boardwalk is accessible from the beach offering a short walk along the ocean side to a variety of restaurants and bars. Transfer time from airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel information

138 rooms, all of which are air-conditioned with private balcony, TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, hairdryer and iron and board. Signature Room with pool or garden views and 1 king-size bed (twin beds available on request), sleeping maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: breakfast, lunch and dinner, two specialty dining experiences (Sizzle Steak House and Umi; guests can choose two sushi experiences in Umi or two steakhouse experiences in Sizzle Steak House, or one of each. Only valid for stays of 7 nights or more), premium alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beverages. All entertainment and activities above unless stated otherwise.

Please note: guests can have additional specialty dining experiences at the cost of $25pp (payable locally, subject to change).

Deluxe Signature Rooms with pool or garden views and 1 king-size bed (twin beds available on request) and sofa bed. This room is larger in size than the Signature Room and sleeps maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Ocean Front Rooms overlook the beach and lagoon and have 1 king-size bed (twin beds available on request), sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Ocean Front Honeymoon Suites overlook the beach and lagoon and have 1 king-size 4-poster bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Ocean Front Room with 1 king-size bed (twin beds available on request) and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Family Suite with pool or garden views, a large living area with sofa bed and a separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults, 3 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 3 children.

Ocean Front Family Suites boast great views of the ocean, a large living area with sofa bed and a separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults, 3 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 3 children

2-Bedroom Suite with garden views, master bedroom with 1 king-size bed and additional bedroom with 1 queen-size bed plus a sofa bed in the separate living area, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

2-Bedroom Ocean Front Suite with master bedroom with 1 king-size bed and additional bedroom with twin beds plus a sofa bed in the separate living area, sleeping maximum 6 adults, 3 adults and 3 children or 2 adults and 4 children.

  • Book by 31 Oct 2024 to receive up to 45% off stays between 21 Apr '25 – 30 Sep '25. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types. 

The Reef (buffet restaurant/breakfast, lunch and dinner), Colin’s Bar & Grill (lunch), Lazy Mongoose Pub, Sizzle Steak House (dinner only/limited dining), Umi (Sushi/Asian Fusion - dinner only/limited dining). New Driftwood Cafe. Blush Cafe* (coffee shop).

Arcade. In-house guest activities team to organise day/evening activities/entertainment.

2 swimming pools, one with a swim-up bar. Karma Spa* with a new salon. Fitness centre. Non-motorised water sports including boogie boards, kayaking and snorkelling. Beach volleyball. Newly redesigned games room. Creche and kids' club. Teen clubhouse.

Gift shop*. Complimentary WiFi. Babysitting* (on request). Creche/nursery. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour reception.

A Tourism Fee will be charged per bedroom, per night and will be collected at check out. The rate is subject to change by the Government, and varies by hotel room. Fees currently range from 8.75 Barbadian dollar (approximately £3.90) to 35 Barbadian dollar​ (approximately £16.00) per bedroom, per night. 

7 nights between 21 Dec-2 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.  

Please note: smoking is not allowed in guest rooms or balconies.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Janie & Darren

Oct 2, 2024 BoardingPass634605

We have just spent 11 nights at Sugar Bay and we have had a fabulous holiday to celebrate our 25 Wedding Anniversary 🥰 the bar and waiting staff deliver a impressive customer service always have a smile on their face and always polite, we would like to say a big thank you to Andre for the karaoke night who made it v fun and a night we will never… Read more
We have just spent 11 nights at Sugar Bay and we have had a fabulous holiday to celebrate our 25 Wedding Anniversary 🥰 the bar and waiting staff deliver a impressive customer service always have a smile on their face and always polite, we would like to say a big thank you to Andre for the karaoke night who made it v fun and a night we will never forget, our room was lovely and the bed v comfortable with clean bed linen and towels daily , the food at Reef was superb as well at Sizzle and Umi ..we would also like to mention Kimberley who is a little ray of sunshine, she showed us around and always happy, all of the staff are amazing and we will definitely be returning..well done Sugar Bay ❤️❤️❤️ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sugar bay heaven

Oct 2, 2024 Compass532958

This was our 2nd trip to Barbados and there was only 1 place we wanted to stay. Sugar bay is the best AI hotel we have ever experienced. Not only is it stunningly beautiful but the service at this hotel is second to none! The staff are genuinely friendly and go above and beyond to make your stay extra special. They are like a big happy family and… Read more
This was our 2nd trip to Barbados and there was only 1 place we wanted to stay. Sugar bay is the best AI hotel we have ever experienced. Not only is it stunningly beautiful but the service at this hotel is second to none! The staff are genuinely friendly and go above and beyond to make your stay extra special. They are like a big happy family and you leave feeling like you have made friends of them all. Returning guests get a pink band on their wrist and you can tell from the sheer number of pink bands that people return at a staggering rate, I’m not surprised either! The food is absolutely to die for, high quality and loads of choices, cleanliness is top rate and the beautiful gardens and landscaping is stunning attracting monkeys to the resort in mango season. This time was turtle season and we saw mummy turtles laying eggs and hundreds of babies hatching and making their way to the stunning Ocean. Barbados is paradise but Sugar bay is heavenly and I can’t wait to go back! Highly recommended you will not be disappointed ♥️♥️😂 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful relaxing hotel

Sep 26, 2024 Kerry R

This has been our second visit to Sugar Bay, the hotel has a lovely view over the beach, turtles lay their eggs here and we saw several hatchings over our two week stay. Food on all 4 restaurants is excellent. Bar staff are fantastic, water-sports guys are great and can’t do enough for you. Thank you for another wonderful holiday on this… Read more
This has been our second visit to Sugar Bay, the hotel has a lovely view over the beach, turtles lay their eggs here and we saw several hatchings over our two week stay. Food on all 4 restaurants is excellent. Bar staff are fantastic, water-sports guys are great and can’t do enough for you. Thank you for another wonderful holiday on this beautiful island. We look forward to seeing you again some time Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible come to Barbados and have this type of experience is 1 in a million

Sep 25, 2024 Chris P

Staying at the Sugar Bay hotel is an experience of the lifetime. the waitresses waiters, cleaners, managers and security are 100% professional and polite to spend my birthday over in Barbados and my time with sugar Bay hotel is one in 1 million and I would like to say a special thank you to, Christina, one of the restaurant staff who went above… Read more
Staying at the Sugar Bay hotel is an experience of the lifetime. the waitresses waiters, cleaners, managers and security are 100% professional and polite to spend my birthday over in Barbados and my time with sugar Bay hotel is one in 1 million and I would like to say a special thank you to, Christina, one of the restaurant staff who went above and beyond to help my daughter find a lovely nail salon. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely place but room for improvement

Sep 23, 2024 912trutht Leeds, United Kingdom

We stayed here for 10 nights recently. The complex is very nice, clean and the staff were incredibly welcoming, polite and attentive. The food is a buffet 3 times daily and there are 2 other restaurants plus a beach cafe. The food I found to be a bit hit and miss and all rather " samey." I was expecting fantastic shellfish every day sering as… Read more
We stayed here for 10 nights recently. The complex is very nice, clean and the staff were incredibly welcoming, polite and attentive. The food is a buffet 3 times daily and there are 2 other restaurants plus a beach cafe. The food I found to be a bit hit and miss and all rather " samey." I was expecting fantastic shellfish every day sering as though it's a 4 star place in Barbados. Sadly there was not, plenty of cheap local fish yes which was good, but I wanted freshly caught big prawns, crab, mussels etc. The food overall was good but not outstandingly good. The steak I had from the sizzle bar was cooked extra extra rare, when I'd asked for rare. And it was tough. The food in the beach cafe was good. However, I expected more snacks on offer , like sandwiches, crisps etc. The beach was very seaweedy which could have been raked daily because the smell coming off it was unpleasant. In fact it stank. The room was lovely, I can't really fault it and was cleaned to perfection daily. The pool was ok but it had these weird steps in it instead of just sloping down. I stumbled a few times. The drinks were in our opinion definitely watered down ( spirits ). Really cheap stuff I'd never even heard of. Cocktails tasted weak , just no oomph to them. The barstaff were pouring huge measures of vodka which if they were 40% would have me on my back but it took about 5 to even get me light headed. My biggest gripe was the lack of air con throughout the main building and in the restaurants. It was suffocating at times and I do not find that pleasurable. It spoiled the eating experience. Why on earth does a 4* hotel not install AC throughout? Absolutely unacceptable. The staff are wonderful and deserve credit. I'm sure they're not paid much but they are all so smiley, polite and friendly. All in all I'd rate Sugar Bay a 7/10. I wouldn't return unless they fixed the air con, raked over the beach and offered a wider range of food and snacks during the day. And served better drinks. Read less