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Beach ViewvsCrystal Cove by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels scores marginally higher than Beach View. Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels comes in at 82 with approval from 7 sources like The Telegraph, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.
Beach View
Oyster
Frommer's
The Telegraph
Star Service
Paynes Bay, BB24009, Barbados
From $325/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
OysterUpscale
"Built in 2009, this relatively modernized resort offers 36 spacious self-catering condos on the west coast of Barbados." Full review
Frommer's "Opened in 2008 on three landscaped acres, the Beach View’s 36 large, airy, modern-tropical suites wrap around a grassy lawn centered on a peanut-shaped pool with separate family and adult sections." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"On the upmarket west coast of Barbados, this reasonably priced family-friendly hotel offers spacious apartments and a choice of swimming pools a short walk from Paynes Bay beach." Full review
Star Service "This is not a beachfront hotel—it lies across the busy road—yet it compensates by offering large, moderately priced (for Barbados) all-suite accommodations and a big pool. " Full review
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Road noise is an issue in some accommodations closest to the road (for example, Carambola), but the entire property abuts the street, so occasional traffic can be hard to avoid.
Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's Star Service
Afar Magazine
Gayot The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Appleby, Barbados
From $595/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "An all-inclusive, luxury tropical gateway."
Fodor's "This seaside colony of attached duplex cottages, whitewashed and trimmed in perky pastels, appeals to both couples and families." Full review
Star Service "Guests looking for an unpretentious, carefree time will enjoy this offering and its generally pleasant staff. " Full review
Afar Magazine "With its open lobby, soft colors, cascading waterfall, swim up bar inside a cave, and a view of the ocean, Crystal Cove feels like a boutique Mediterranean hotel than an all-inclusive resort." Full review
Gayot "With its lagoon pools and complimentary water sports, this casual resort offers an active Caribbean getaway."
The Telegraph8.0
"A four-star, all-inclusive Barbados hotel on the island's west coast, offering contemporary design, a choice of pools, attentive service and rooms with patio doors that overlook the gardens or beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Offers oceanfront guest rooms and one-bedroom suites...Dining at three on-site restaurants and bars with ocean and pool views is included, long with motorized and non-motorized water sports"
