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The Crane Resort vs Divi Southwinds Beach Resort
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Crane Resort ranks significantly higher than Divi Southwinds Beach Resort. The Crane Resort has a TripExpert Score of 87 with praise from 10 sources such as Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
The Crane Resort
Frommer's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
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Crane Beach, Bridgetown, BB18079, Barbados
From $313 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"What hasn't changed is Crane Beach -- called by many the most beautiful spot on earth, its spectacular powder-soft white sand can look pink in certain lights."
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Concierge
"The new super-luxe units have all the bells and whistles; suites include full kitchens, and most have private plunge pools."
Travel + Leisure
"Built in 1887 above a pink-sand beach accessible by a glass-front elevator or 99 stone steps, the Crane was the first resort hotel on Barbados."
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DK Eyewitness
"Perfectly positioned on beautiful Crane Beach, this elegant hotel was the first to open on the island."
Fodor's
"The property encompasses private residences, numerous pools, restaurants, bars, and even a little village."
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Divi Southwinds Beach Resort
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
St. Lawrence Main Road, BB15017, Barbados
From $195 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"Midway between Bridgetown and Oistins on a .8km-long (1/2-mile) sandy beach, this resort was created when two distinctly different complexes were combined. The present resort consists of..."
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Fodor's
"The all-suites Divi Southwinds is situated on 20 acres of lawn and gardens bisected by action-packed St. Lawrence Gap."
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"This 133-suite property is a decent mid-range option in the heart of St. Lawrence Gap with close proximity to shops, dining, and nightlife."
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DK Eyewitness
"This sprawling all-suite resort borders a great swimming beach and is a short walk from all the attractions of the Gap."
Star Service
"The fine beach, recreational options and decent grub—not to mention some of the lowest rates on the island—make this is an attractive retreat for families and budgeting couples."
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