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Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive vs Fairmont Royal Pavilion

Both Tamarind by Elegant Hotels and Fairmont Royal Pavilion are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Tamarind by Elegant Hotels scores marginally higher than Fairmont Royal Pavilion. Tamarind by Elegant Hotels comes in at #11 in Barbados with approval from 6 sources such as Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.

Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
8 / 10
PO Box 429, Paynes Bay, Barbados
From $599 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"On 240m (787 ft.) of prime beachfront, this hotel reopened in late 2010 after an extensive renovation, including the addition of an intimate spa." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This sleek Mediterranean-style resort, which sprawls along 750 feet of prime west-coast beachfront, is large enough to cater to sophisticated couples and active families." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"With three pools, a long but narrow beach, an on-site spa and salon, and both family and adult-only areas, the resort has wide appeal." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This sprawling, three-story Mediterranean-style complex sits back from one of the better west coast beaches, separated from the water by shady palms and emerald lawns." Full review
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For a room with a view, try 205, 232 or 305, and avoid 247-249, as they are among the options closest to the street.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Everything is discreet about this understated luxury resort, which has a hacienda motif, right on the beach at Paynes Bay." Full review
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Fairmont Royal Pavilion
Fairmont Royal Pavilion
8 / 10
St. James, Porters BB24051 , Barbados
From $640 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Formerly a favorite of British fly-and-fry package tourists, the Royal Pavilion got a royal upgrade courtesy of new owners Fairmont Hotels."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Every guest room and suite in this luxurious adults-oriented resort... has immediate access to 11 acres of lush tropical gardens and an uninterrupted view of the sea from its broad balcony or patio." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Sprawling across 11 acres on the west coast of Barbados, the property is situated closer to the waterfront than others in the area." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"All 72 rooms, a mere eight miles from Bridgetown, the island’s capital, fuse colonial style with Caribbean cool." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Skilled in the art of seduction, the Fairmont Royal Pavilion was one of the first great beach hotels to open on Barbados." Full review
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