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The Crane Resort vs Mango Bay Hotel

The Crane Resort and Mango Bay All Inclusive are both rated very highly by professionals. On balance, The Crane Resort scores significantly better than Mango Bay All Inclusive. The Crane Resort scores 87 with recommendations from 10 publications including Jetsetter, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.

The Crane Resort
The Crane Resort
8 / 10
Crane Beach, Bridgetown, BB18079, Barbados
From $313 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The new super-luxe units have all the bells and whistles; suites include full kitchens, and most have private plunge pools."
Travel + Leisure 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." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Perfectly positioned on beautiful Crane Beach, this elegant hotel was the first to open on the island."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The property encompasses private residences, numerous pools, restaurants, bars, and even a little village." Full review
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Mango Bay Hotel
Mango Bay Hotel
7 / 10
2nd Street, Holetown, Holetown, Barbados
From $460 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"In the heart of Holetown, this convenient boutique resort is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, nightspots, historic sites, and the public bus to either Bridgetown or Speightstown." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This older property has a faded charm that wears like a beloved old cardigan." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A friendly, small resort on the island's west coast, Mango Bay is a stroll away from boutique shopping in Holetown." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A spectacular family-owned, luxury property along a splendid safe beach. Guests can pamper themselves at the Elements Spa and dine on the beach with live entertainment."
Star Service Star Service
"Casual and intimate with touches of hip elegance, this fine, midrange all-inclusive resort has the look of a small Spanish village." Full review
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Lagoon-side rooms may get mosquitoes, so take repellent or request a mosquito coil for the room.
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