The Rockley by Ocean Hotels

Barbados, Caribbean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Bringing a live-like-a local vibe, The Rockley by Ocean Hotels has arrived in Barbados. Designed in bold, fresh, and locally inspired décor plus a splash of local artwork, all suites are supremely comfortable with gorgeous king-size beds, furnished balconies and kitchen facilities – adding that extra bit of convenience and helping you feel right at home. When you want to take it easy you can just relax by the pool or chill out on your complimentary lounger on the amazing Rockley beach which is just across the road from the hotel. If you’re feeling active, you’re in luck, there’s plenty to keep you busy in the Play Space with table tennis, pool table and darts. Nights are lively too with evening entertainment at the new bar offering a trendy beach club vibe. The resort is so hip that you won't want to leave, but if you do, you’ll find the vibrant heart of the South Coast and its wide assortment of dining, shopping, and entertainment choices just 5 minutes away!

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

Across the main road from Rockley Beach — one of the islands best beaches — and the start of the new Boardwalk, in the heart of the bustling south coast. 10 minutes to Bridgetown. 5 minutes to St Lawrence Gap. Transfer time from airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel information

This small and friendly boutique hotel has 49 suites. Junior Suites feature a kitchenette, dining area, lounge with sofa bed, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 1 child (under 15 years old). Bed & Breakfast: includes Bajan-infused breakfast served daily.
One-Bedroom Suites feature a full kitchen and separate living area, dining area, lounge with sofa bed and private bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
  • Book by 13 May 2024  to receive up to 35% off stays between 01 Apr '24– 05 Jan '25. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types.

The Restaurant at The Rockley (mix of modern Bajan and Caribbean flavours, open for breakfast and lunch). Outdoor covered bar area with a Beach Club vibe. The hotel has also partnered up with some of the most popular restaurants on the South Coast to launch their Dine & Sign programme, where you can simply sign your bill at the end of the evening and pay as part of your hotel bill on check-out.

75ft swimming pool. In room spa services*. Fitness room. Table tennis. Pool table. Darts. Scrabble and other board games. Island tours*.

Complimentary beach loungers and umbrellas at Rockley Beach. Hospitality lounge. Concierge services. Laundry facilities*.

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. 

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: a credit card imprint will be required to cover any incidentals while in resort.

Please note: this is a non-smoking hotel.

Please note: the pool area is close to the main road.

Please note: child ages are up to and including 16 years.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (810)
  • Very good (385)
  • Average (75)
  • Poor (23)
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Apr 30, 2024 R4952HAandyf

Now the Rockley beach hotel.Had an absolutely fantastic stay here. The staff are very helpful and friendly... especially the people in the dining room. We were made very welcome by everyone. Some nice entertainment most evenings.Cannot fault anything.
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Apr 29, 2024 alisons776 BRISTOL, United Kingdom

We stayed here after a week cruise. All the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Their customer service is outstanding and I will forever be grateful for their “genuine kindness!” The rooms are spacious, clean and equipped with everything you may need. Located just a stones throw away from the beautiful sandy beach, where you can make full… Read more
We stayed here after a week cruise. All the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Their customer service is outstanding and I will forever be grateful for their “genuine kindness!” The rooms are spacious, clean and equipped with everything you may need. Located just a stones throw away from the beautiful sandy beach, where you can make full use of the sun beds and umbrellas (when given a token at the hotel reception). Plenty of choice at the breakfast buffet and a great selection of drinks at the bar. They also have a bar menu if you’re feeling peckish. Should you wish to travel, you can find taxis and plenty of busses just outside the hotel (the busses are a fun experience) There are plenty of restaurants, take aways, bars and shops within walking distance. Should it be required, there’s a very helpful pharmacist just a minute or two walk away from the hotel. All in all, this is the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in, with the best staff. I will return one day and bring my daughters too. Thank you to all at The Rockley Hotel. Read less
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Apr 29, 2024 Paulc100259 Bedlington, United Kingdom

Just returned from a cruise and stay had a week in this hotel .Really nice room with balcony overlooking pool and sea veiw.Rooms excellent comfy bed tv wifi and good cooking facilities if needed.Nice bar area for a couple of drinks before going out for meals as hotel only does breakfast. Staff really nice helpful and friendly. You get a ticket to… Read more
Just returned from a cruise and stay had a week in this hotel .Really nice room with balcony overlooking pool and sea veiw.Rooms excellent comfy bed tv wifi and good cooking facilities if needed.Nice bar area for a couple of drinks before going out for meals as hotel only does breakfast. Staff really nice helpful and friendly. You get a ticket to get a free sun lounger and brolly on the beach across the road would definitely return Read less
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Apr 29, 2024 appppplause bedfordshire

The suite had everything you needed. The bed was huge and very comfortable. We loved the fact you could walk across the road to a beautiful beach. It would have been great if you served evening meals, followed by entertainment.
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Apr 24, 2024 Adrienne L

The Rockley meet all of our expectations and more! Newly renovated (Previously called the South Beach Hotel) has a Boutique/chic beautiful space which you feel as soon as you walk up the steps to be met with an amazing pool/lounge/bar area. Troy (the best) met us at the doors helping with our bags, offering a refreshing drink as we checked into… Read more
The Rockley meet all of our expectations and more! Newly renovated (Previously called the South Beach Hotel) has a Boutique/chic beautiful space which you feel as soon as you walk up the steps to be met with an amazing pool/lounge/bar area. Troy (the best) met us at the doors helping with our bags, offering a refreshing drink as we checked into our 10 day stay. All staff are amazing (we loved them all but special mention to Ingrid, Troy and Tarina) they are always offering to help in assist with helping to organize you if bussing (if going out for an adventure) exchanging $$ or just asking how your day is. Someone is constantly cleaning to keep the appearance of cleanleniss… it was impeccable. We loved our room - it was modernly decorated with Beautiful bright colors and was perfectly clean. We immediately felt at “home”. The small kitchenette and pantry area were perfect. We took full advantage of everything the hotel offered - the hot buffet breakfasts are delicious with many options (eggs, bacon or ham, baked beans, potatoes, friend plantain’s, fresh fruit, yogurts, fresh bread, loaves and cereals) The fitness room is basic but all you need on vacation and we loved using it every day. And 3 times a day happy hours are a bonus to grabs quick adult drink! They also offered fun daily/evening activities around the pool/bar area, which too should totally take advantage of! Right across the street is the amazing Rockley beach and during our stay they provided fresh clean beach towels and a card to take over where they had 20 umbrellas and 2 loungers (per umbrella) secured for guests! The guys working the beach huts/beverage stands were great, offered you service but not pushy and very nice. We took advantage every day of running/walking the boardwalk attached to the right side of the beach… it has beautiful views to watch as you use it (side note - a number of sections are covered with sand so it makes for a really great calve work out 😂) We 100% would recommend a visit. Already planning to go back! Note - if traveling with small children the street to cross to the beach is very busy (there is a cross walk to the left of the hotel about 100 ft up) Read less