Magdalena Grand Beach & Golf Resort

Tobago, Caribbean

Standard King Room
Deluxe Oceanfront Double-Double Room
Standard King Room
Deluxe Oceanfront Double-Double Room

The hotel

Magdalena Grand is Tobago's oceanfront resort on 2.5 miles of glorious beachfront. Taking its title from the original name of Tobago, La Magdalena, the 750-acre plantation resort boasts an excellent range of amenities including three swimming pools to laze around in and a choice of fine and casual dining options. If you fancy flexing your muscles, head to the fitness centre complete with sauna. Alternatively, there is a fleet of bicycles to rent, tennis courts and a PGA-designed championship 18-hole golf course.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Honeymoon
  • Kids Club
  • Kids Eat Free
  • Room Service
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Golf
  • Tennis

Where is it

The resort is nestled in the 750-acre tropical Tobago Plantations Estate, situated along 2.5 miles of Atlantic coastline. Scarborough is a 5-minute drive away. Transfer time from airport: 15 minutes.

Hotel information

178 sea-facing rooms and suites on 2 and 3 floors in two separate oceanfront wings with lifts in both wings of the hotel, including 22 One- and Two-Bedroom Suites with personal hot tubs. All are spacious, oceanfront and neutrally decorated with separate bath and shower, large balcony, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, WiFi access, telephone, mini-fridge, kettle, safe, iron and board and hairdryer. Standard Rooms have garden views, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

All Inclusive option: includes full cooked breakfast, lunch at either Pembois or the poolside snack bar, and dinner at Pembois, the Robinson Crusoe Pub, Salaka Grill or Kali'na (please note: premium items on the à la carte menu with have an additional charge). Afternoon tea served at Kali'na daily between 4:00pm–5:30pm. Room service for breakfast, lunch and dinner (please note: a room service delivery charge will apply). Packed lunches for guests going on day excursions or visiting Pigeon Point beach. Beverages including house brand liquors, beer, tropical coolers, house wines by the glass and soft drinks. Use of tennis court, fitness centre, sauna, bicycles, kids' club, and daily activities and entertainment programme. Round trip scheduled shuttle transfers to Pigeon Point Nature Reserve.

Half Board option: includes breakfast and dinner. Dinner served at either Pembois restaurant, Robinson Crusoe Pub, Salaka Grill or Kali'na (please note: premium items on the à la carte menu will have an additional charge).

Deluxe Oceanfront Rooms enjoy panoramic ocean views, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suites have balcony or terrace with hot tub, separate living room with sofa-bed, two bathrooms, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Two-Bedroom Oceanfront Suites have balcony or terrace with hot tub, separate living room with sofa-bed, two bathrooms, one bedroom with 1 king-size bed and second bedroom with 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

  • Booking bonus: book by 30 Apr '19 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 7 Jan '20–15 Apr '20.

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

  • Booking bonus: book by 30 Sep '19 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 19 Dec '19–6 Jan '20.

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

3 restaurants; Kali'na Restaurant for fine dining (open 5 nights per week), Pembois Restaurant as the main resort restaurant for breakfast and lunch (daily) and international evening buffet dining (5 nights per week). Salaka Grill (open 5 nights per week). Li'l Nylon swim-up pool bar. Tavaco Lounge and Robinson Crusoe Pub. Bene Pastry Shop and Café*. Room service (6:00am-midnight, service charge applies).

Live entertainment on selected nights.

3 swimming pools (one reserved for adult guests over 16 years). Spa services*, massage*. Gym. Floodlit tennis court. 18-hole, par-72 Championship golf course*. Cee Cee Kids' Club* for children aged 4-12 years). Complimentary resort shuttle transfers to Pigeon Point public beach with water sports*, daily activities programme. PADI dive centre* available off-site. Complimentary discover scuba trial in pool. Kids’ activities (10:00am-5:00pm, 4-12 years). There is a fleet of bicycles with protective helmets, complimentary for guest use to explore the 750-acre plantation estate on the cycle tracks and pathways around the estate. Guests can watch birdlife and nature on the lagoon and mangrove area.

Complimentary WiFi access. Business centre. On-site convenience store. Golf pro-shop. Gift shops, tour desk. Laundry service*. Concierge service*. Complimentary shuttle to Pigeon Point. Babysitting service*.

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

3 nights between 7 Jan-17 Dec.

5 nights between 18 Dec '19-6 Jan '20 and 18 Dec '20-6 Jan '21.

* Denotes local charge.

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

Please note: children under the age of 12 years not permitted in the Kali'na Restaurant, and children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the Robinson Crusoe Pub after 9:00pm.

Rating summary

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing Stay

Jun 15, 2019 The1Worldtraveller

This was one of the best places we've stayed in Tobago. Everything was just amazing. From the time we got there we were greeted with a welcome drink during check-in (need i mention that this rum pumch is out of this world). The check-in process was smooth and the front desk agent was very polite and accommodating and answered all our questions.… Read more
This was one of the best places we've stayed in Tobago. Everything was just amazing. From the time we got there we were greeted with a welcome drink during check-in (need i mention that this rum pumch is out of this world). The check-in process was smooth and the front desk agent was very polite and accommodating and answered all our questions. The fact that we had a bell man take up our bags to our room was a plus for us. We've stayed on other hotels in Tobago and had to take our bags up ourselves. The room was so inviting. Very clean and spacious. The view from the porch was the best. So peaceful... After we had settled in, the front desk agent phoned us to ensure that everything met our expectations. That was a plus for us. Our 3 night stay at the hotel was awesome. From the buffet breakfast which was always so tasty to the large pool and the pool bar was everything we wanted for our mini vacation. The staff made us feel very comfortable and tried to accommodate our every need. We had a small issue in our room and someone was sent up immediately to have the problem fixed. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone taking a trip to Tobago for both a long and short stay. You won't be disappointed. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very disappointing

Jun 14, 2019 HarleyD1957 London, United Kingdom

Looks nice on first impression but it is all façade. Horribly run down hotel, neither 4 star nor luxury. Be aware there is NO hot water at this hotel. Some staff are great, others indifferent and prefer chatting amongst themselves rather than commit time to guests. I would urge you to avoid it if you can. It's probably ok for a short stay but… Read more
Looks nice on first impression but it is all façade. Horribly run down hotel, neither 4 star nor luxury. Be aware there is NO hot water at this hotel. Some staff are great, others indifferent and prefer chatting amongst themselves rather than commit time to guests. I would urge you to avoid it if you can. It's probably ok for a short stay but no longer than that. Can honestly say this is the worst property I have ever stayed in and would not recommend it nor would I return, it was one very big let down. I cannot bring myself to write a long diatribe of all that is so very wrong with this property as it would not change my own experience here and you must make up your own mind but do give it very careful consideration. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An Enjoyable Stay

Jun 11, 2019 DerbyshireNursey Dronfield, United Kingdom

We stayed here with friends and got home at the weekend. Our room was clean and comfortable and was cleaned every day. The grounds were nice but needed keeping on top of. We walked along the beach and at the waters edge it was lovely but where the beach met the property there was rubbish that had been washed up (this wasn't near the main hotel).… Read more
We stayed here with friends and got home at the weekend. Our room was clean and comfortable and was cleaned every day. The grounds were nice but needed keeping on top of. We walked along the beach and at the waters edge it was lovely but where the beach met the property there was rubbish that had been washed up (this wasn't near the main hotel). This didn't impact on our holiday but just made me sad that a beautiful place was being ruined by the way we behave. The staff at this hotel are stars. Vinod the manager was attentive. Troy the restaurant manager was too and asked us daily if there was anything he could do to make our stay better. We enjoyed Salaka and Kuli'na restaurants more then Pembois. However the breakfast at Pembois was lovely. At Salake Lystra the supervisor and Simone and Carla were fabulous. The other staff were great too. At Kali'na Valerie and Dexter were very good. Both Dexter and Carla brought us some mangoes in which we appreciated very much. Dexter made us some mango chow, he said it was a mild version but wow it was spicy, but the thought he put into it was also appreciated. I was a wuss and had to have ice cream to cool my mouth....lol. The pool bar was where the best drinks were made. Adanna and Micah were great. The Tabac bar was very chilled. The pub was ok. The drinks here weren't as good as other places. We walked to the golf clubhouse and three of us went on the driving range. It was good. The pool was lovely. The edge of it could do with a little tidying up as the concrete was stained. I'm being niggly though. Everyone tries very hard to make your stay at the Magdalena Grand a good one. They succeded and we would go back. They have caymen in the lakes here and we saw a couple. We also saw osprey, frigate birds, neo tropical cormorants and others. We used the shuttle bus to Pigeon Point. It was beautiful there but unlike at the hotel, there was no wind and so it's really hot. There are places to eat there. Traditions is great and they play fab music. The breeze at the hotel actually is lovely. The temp was 32 degrees and so the breeze gave you some relief.Everywhere is really clean. I would take the all inc package if you stay. Hope that the charity golf tournament went well xx Oh and please feed the two cats that are there. Thank you xx Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A little TLC Needed to make it Grand Again

Jun 10, 2019 Sterlin29 Santa Barbara, California

Upon arrival the facade of the main entrance is breathtaking and entices you to go inside. Once there, the grandness of this resort is lost. As other reviewers have stated, this resort in dire need of some TLC. The windows which should capture the splendid view needs some cleaning of the salt spray. It's situated on a golf course but the… Read more
Upon arrival the facade of the main entrance is breathtaking and entices you to go inside. Once there, the grandness of this resort is lost. As other reviewers have stated, this resort in dire need of some TLC. The windows which should capture the splendid view needs some cleaning of the salt spray. It's situated on a golf course but the maintenance of the grounds were lacking with grass overgrown in spots. The pool is fine but the surrounding area is in need of good power wash. The room - we found ants all over the room. They made a bee line from the closet to our snacks. The A/C never seemed to go below 85 degree F, so the room was hot. The bathroom has a tiny shower and a separate tub. If you're a larger or tall chap, you may have to maneuver a bit to get a clean shower. There is ample storage for your clothing and a mini fridge and safe is provided. The balcony provided breathtaking views and with a triple paned sliding glass door, at night you couldn't hear it. Staff was hit or miss. And a note to parents, though this a beach front hotel, we found the water super rough and would never advise parents to take their kids down there, It's sad to write such a review since the previous owners, the Hilton, did a fantastic job designing this resort. Unfortunately, without proper maintenance and upkeep, it has lost its lustre. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating short visit but was enjoyable

Jun 7, 2019 Daniel M POS

been here in 2016 and my wife likes it so when we needed to find somewhere to stay for a short time while in tobago it was our first choice. the staff is very pleasant and helpful, i guess they are well trained in customer service. i was asking the bell boy if they had a lot of guests for the same weekend and he was able to tell me they were 91%… Read more
been here in 2016 and my wife likes it so when we needed to find somewhere to stay for a short time while in tobago it was our first choice. the staff is very pleasant and helpful, i guess they are well trained in customer service. i was asking the bell boy if they had a lot of guests for the same weekend and he was able to tell me they were 91% booked. i was impressed that the bell boy had stats on what happening at the hotel. its uncommon to find all levels of staff to be so well informed. around the compound there are signs of wear and aging, which requires some maintenance work however the room was fine. i understand for such a large resort they need to make a certain amt of rev to stay in business and have continuous maintenance and improvement, therefore travellers should def make Mag Grand their choice of stay. Read less