Tamarind by Elegant Hotels

Barbados, Caribbean

Ocean View Junior Suite
Rilaks Deck
Oceanfront Room
Oceanfront Room with Sleeper Chair
Ocean View Junior Suite
Spa
Bathroom
Spa
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Ocean View Junior Suite
Rilaks Deck
Oceanfront Room
Oceanfront Room with Sleeper Chair
Ocean View Junior Suite
Spa
Bathroom
Spa

The hotel

Situated on an idyllic 750 ft crescent of white sandy beach on the Platinum West Coast of Barbados, Elegant Hotels proudly re-introduce Tamarind. A fusion of Mediterranean warmth and Caribbean spirit coupled with serene outdoor spaces give it a distinctive personality. It is a perfect holiday destination for couples, honeymooners and families seeking a stylish retreat. There’s an array of complimentary water sports, including an Aqua School and activities for all ages, kids' club, family lounge, fitness centre, an intimate spa and relaxation pool (adults only) and access to acclaimed golfing nearby. Culinary experiences include Surf & Turf, Jazzy Steak Night, West Indian Night and the International Beach Buffet now with a Live Floor Show.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Wedding
  • Honeymoon
  • Kids Club
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Wheelchair access
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Beachfront location
  • Water Skiing

Where is it

At Paynes Bay, St James. 20-minutes to Bridgetown. Transfer time from airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

104 rooms on 3 floors with no lifts. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, iPod/MP3 clock radio, fridge, complimentary WiFi access, safe, newly upgraded guest bathrooms and hairdryer. Pool/Garden View Rooms have 1 king-size bed and a sleeper chair, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. All rooms are non-smoking.

The daily AI offering will include breakfast, lunch, all day dining options, afternoon tea and dinner daily along with all beverages and cocktails (excluding champagne and fine wines). Guests will have a choice between theme nights, a la carte meals and Daphne’s Italian fare. Room Service will also be available at a supplementary delivery charge.

 Tamarind guests can enjoy dinner at Daphne’s as part of their All Inclusive dining choices with specified cocktails and wine by the glass. Dinner will be available from 6:30 pm through 9:30 pm six nights a week (Please note that Daphne’s is closed on Mondays). Daphne’s dinner menu for all Inclusive guests will consist of a selection of appetisers, main courses and desserts; along with tea, coffee plus a cocktail and wine by the glass. Alternative selections from the regular menu will be available at a supplement. Fine wines & champagne can be purchased from the wine list and settled to their room or at the restaurant. Please note that the select Daphne’s bar choices are only available for All Inclusive guests with dinner reservations on the Tamarind Inclusive dinner menu.

 Tamarind Inclusive guests are required to visit Tamarind’s Front Desk or Concierge’s Desk to make their dinner reservation. There are no restrictions on the number of times guests can dine at Daphne’s but please note that reservations can only be confirmed 48 hours in advance and are subject to availability. Guests are encouraged to make reservations to avoid disappointment since seating capacity is limited given the demand by regular patrons of the restaurant.

Over Christmas and New Year, a dinner credit of $90 per adult and $45 per child will be given towards the cost of the gala dinners.

Oceanfront Rooms - have sea views and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. Wheelchair accessible Oceanfront Room with roll-in shower.

Oceanfront Rooms with Sleeper Chair - have a balcony/patio with ocean view, 1 king-size bed and pull out sleeper chair, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Junior Suite Pool/Garden View - with garden views, balcony/patio, living area with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Junior Suite Oceanview - with ocean views, balcony/patio, living area and 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

1-Bedroom Suite Pool Garden View - with garden views, separate living room, 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed in the living room, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

1-Bedroom Suite Ocean Front - with direct ocean views, separate living room, 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed in the living room, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Family Connected Oceanview Junior Suites are available and consist of 2 Junior Suite Oceanview Rooms, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children. 

  • Kids Stay free:  All children, (0-12 years), stay free when sharing a room with one or two adults for stays between 5 Jan '20—2 Jan '21. Offers based on Breakfast Included board basis (meal supplements will apply).

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

  • Free Weddings: conditions apply.

  • Booking bonus: book by 1 Dec '19 to receive up to 40% off the accommodation cost between 5 Jan '20–2 Jan '21. Minimum stay applies. 

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. 

  • Booking bonus: book by 31 Aug '19 and save up to 50% off the accommodation cost for travel between 1 Jun '19-4 Jan '20, minimum stays required.

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

  • Summer Special: Travel between 1 Jun to 22 Oct '19 to take advantage of Tamarind's new All Inclusive package, book by 22 Oct '19. 

    Call for details.

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

Sugar Cane Room — open-air restaurant serving full breakfast buffet, an assortment of breads, muffins, fresh fruit and traditional breakfast choices as well as local Bajan delights. Rilaks Deck — South Beach Miami-inspired outdoor lounge serving light snacks and cocktails in a festive environment with music including R&B, jazz, Caribbean, and soul. The Pool Deck — with new outdoor seating area on both the upper and lower decks, perfect for enjoying a meal and drinks with family and friends overlooking the expansive pool and ocean, as well as new pool loungers, umbrellas, tables and bar stools. 246 Bar & Restaurant — spectacular ocean views from this idyllic beachfront restaurant, offering all-day dining and a fresh fruit and vegetable bar as well as a la carte dining with chef's specialties, theme evenings and live poolside music on select evenings. Room service*. Taste of Elegance Dine Around Programme* at select sister properties (drink and meal supplements may apply).

Live entertainment 5 nights a week ranging from live bands, saxophonist, steel pannist. Recently launched a new weekly Floor Show featuring exciting performances by professional dancers, fire eating and flaming limbo acts, as well as treasured Barbadian characters such as the Mother Sally, Stilt Walker, Tuk Band and Shaggy Bears.

3 freshwater pools including an adults-only relaxation pool featuring new contemporary furniture. Boutique spa (treatments* include massages, body scrubs, facials, manicures, waxes, reflexology and more). Fitness centre. Complimentary motorised and non-motorised water sports including water-skiing, sailing, snorkelling and windsurfing.

High-end boutique. Luxury jewellery store. Gift shop. Complimentary WiFi in rooms and throughout the property. Daytime water taxi service (subject to availability and weather conditions) stops at select West Coast Elegant Hotels. Beach Ambassador service.

Please note: a room levy of $9.63 per bedroom, per night applies (payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

1 night between 5 Jan-21 Dec and 5 Jan-31 Oct '19.

7 nights between 22 Dec-2 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: child ages from 2-12 years.

Dress code: elegantly casual in the evenings.

Please note: the Dine Around Programme is only available at select properties and may be subject to an additional cost. A complimentary water taxi to select west coast Elegant properties is available during daytime only and subject to availability and weather conditions.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Never fails to offer a fabulous holiday

Aug 18, 2019 Angela T london

The Tamarind is a fabulous hotel, we have stayed here 4 times and each time we came away as happy as the time before. All being well, we will return again. The staff are so friendly and have largely remained the same over the last 6 years. Ether gets the day off to a great start, offering fabulous fresh omelettes and eggs (she deserves a… Read more
The Tamarind is a fabulous hotel, we have stayed here 4 times and each time we came away as happy as the time before. All being well, we will return again. The staff are so friendly and have largely remained the same over the last 6 years. Ether gets the day off to a great start, offering fabulous fresh omelettes and eggs (she deserves a special mention!) Paul, a manager is also a fabulous guy, along with all of the restaurant managers. It is located right on the beach and you can do all sorts of complimentary water sports. The hotel is situated about 30 mins from Bridgetown on a bus (right outside the hotel). Taxis can take you to many fabulous restaurants - The Cliff, Tides, Lonestar being within 15 mins drive. Daphnes is right next door to the hotel. The hotel rooms are always very clean and very well serviced during the stay. They are not the most modern rooms, so it's very different to a stay in Dubai, but the climate, people, atmosphere and local food make Barbados the place for us! I would recommend this hotel highly. Oh and we used the kids club this year, which was also great. Very flexible and friendly. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful option for active vacationers

Aug 11, 2019 Steven B San Antonio, Texas

Great location as a starting point to see the west and north side of the island. You begin your day with a delicious breakfast provided as part of your hotel package. Hopefully Ether is preparing the omelettes and poached eggs. Then you can spend as much time as you want seeing the many sights that are within a short commute. When you finish… Read more
Great location as a starting point to see the west and north side of the island. You begin your day with a delicious breakfast provided as part of your hotel package. Hopefully Ether is preparing the omelettes and poached eggs. Then you can spend as much time as you want seeing the many sights that are within a short commute. When you finish your activities you can come back and lounge by the pool or enjoy the beautiful beach. We snorkeled daily from the beach and saw a wide variety of fish. The picturesque sunsets are a wonderful way to finish your day. Room layout seems very conducive to privacy. Marina kept our room spotless. Be advised during the evening turn down service the will bring beach towels and water bottles. The managers cocktail party was a nice touch. Looking forward to staying there again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Yet another fabulous holiday

Aug 9, 2019 jeff2010_10 Ossett, United Kingdom

32 consecutive years have been enjoyed at this hotel.Just returned home from the latest. Our family of 6 have enjoyed the last one even more than the others. Service from General Manager right down to room attendants was superb.Food excellent. What more can I add to what I have been saying for 32 years. Keep it up!
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Aug 8, 2019 Bernard B Denville, NJ, United States

Outstanding time! Each and every staff person with whom we dealt was friendly and most efficient. Facilities included 3 pools, beachfront, free water sports, 3 restaurants, fitness room, etc. Exceptionally clean in all areas and most convenient to local transportation.
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Aug 8, 2019 davidhughes505

A truly lovely hotel with easy access to the beach and water sports. The resort has fascinating corals and an opportunity, at Payne's bay beach, to swim with the sea turtles. Great fun and a relaxed and laid back atmosphere