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The Crane Resort vs Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
The Crane Resort and Tamarind by Elegant Hotels are both rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Crane Resort is preferred by most professionals compared to Tamarind by Elegant Hotels. The Crane Resort ranks #6 in Barbados with positive reviews from 10 publications including Concierge, Travel + Leisure and DK Eyewitness.
The Crane Resort
Frommer's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
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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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Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
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Oyster
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PO Box 429, Paynes Bay, Barbados
From $599 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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."
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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."
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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."
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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."
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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
"Everything is discreet about this understated luxury resort, which has a hacienda motif, right on the beach at Paynes Bay."
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