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Island Inn Hotel Reviews – 3 Star All Inclusive

Island Inn Hotel is a 24-room all inclusive property is located on the south coast of Barbados, footsteps away from the beautiful Pebbles Beach, and less than a mile from the island’s capital Bridgetown.

Below is a summation of hundreds of user reviews on Island Inn Hotel. Updated through November 2015.

Most frequent positive reviews about Island Inn Hotel

The Staff are awesome. Many of the staff have been working at the Island Inn Hotel numerous years, maintaining a complete customer focus.
The Food is very tasty, of a high quality, and served with a smile. The ice cream is amazing! The chef will adapt the menu for special dietary needs.
The Rooms are spacious, spotlessly clean, and the beds are a nice size and comfortable.
The Pool is small but adequate.
Pebble Beach is right around the corner where you are able to rent sun beds and umbrellas to relax on their beautiful beach.
Ideal location for visiting: The George Washington House, National Museum, Military Cemetery, Military Barracks, Race Course, Presidents House. All are within walking distance. Bridgetown is approximately a 30 minute walk.
Guests are able to visit the sister hotel, (Mango Bay), and enjoy their water sport amenities.
Music/entertainment three nights a week with dancing. Lots of fun.
Wednesday night managers cocktail party and BBQ is quite entertaining.
Afternoon tea with various sandwiches and pastries is very enjoyable.
A box lunch will be packed for guests if going out on a day’s excursion.
The Bar staff are friendly, and, is the area where most guests meet and chat.

Most frequent negative reviews about Island Inn Hotel

At first glance the Island Inn Hotel appears to be in need of a little TLC.
The food is good, but the selection is limited.
There are only a couple of umbrellas around the pool. There is no shade in the afternoon sun.
Mosquitos and gnats are a big problem. You will want to take bug spray with you.
No Wi Fi in rooms. Can only be found in the reception area.

Other considerations

If you like early nights book a room away from the courtyard. The courtyard rooms are close to the bar and entertainment. The bar and entertainment stops at 11:00 P.M.
The Island Inn’s wedding package provides services of a personalized wedding coordinator to ensure each wedding is seamless and unique.
Horse racing is nearby when in season-check the calendar. Every morning except on racing day the race horses are exercised in the ocean. It is nice to watch them swim, or to swim close by in their company.
There are green monkeys around the hotel which is a lovely sight to watch them interact in their natural habitat.
Guests say one of the best things about this hotel are other guests. Because the hotel is so small guests happily chat and share a few drinks together.
This is not a buzzing party hotel. But, if you are looking for something that is quant, clean, quiet and relaxing with a smaller personal touch to it, this may be the hotel for you.

Photos of Island Inn Hotel

Room

Pool

Pool

Small pool

Map

Room

Gardens

Courtyard sitting area

Nearby beach – walking distance

Hotel bar

Courtyard

Hotel entrance

Savannah Beach Hotel Reviews – 3.5 Star All Inclusive

Situated on the pristine South Coast of Barbados, Savannah Beach Hotel is a three and a half star all inclusive beach resort with 92 rooms. This restored 19th century Plantation House once predominantly featured brick construction and elegant cast-iron balconies.

Savannah Beach Hotel Essentials

2 Swimming pools.
3 Restaurants with bars.
Fitness Center that is open from 6:00AM-8:00PM.

How Does Savannah Beach Hotel Define All-Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic).
Non-motorized watersports includes snorkeling and boogie boards.
Supervised Kids Club for children (3 years to 12 years of age) that is open 5 days a week.
Teen Hangout Den that features the latest in game technology.
Family Game Room featuring a pool table, football table, darts, table tennis and a basketball game machine.
Live Entertainment 5 nights weekly at the Drifters Beach Bar and Restaurant.
On Saturdays Free Gap Shuttle departure from the hotel to St. Lawrence Gap and back. Departs from the hotel at 8:00PM and departs from St. Lawrence Gap to the hotel at 10:30PM.

Other Options Available For An Additional Fee

Wine by the bottle.
Full Service Spa.

Savannah Beach Hotel Reviews

Below is a summary of hundreds of user reviews on Savannah Beach Hotel. Updated through February 2016.

Most frequent positive reviews about Savannah Beach Hotel

The Staff are exceptional. They are extremely helpful and work very hard to make sure you have all you require.
The Food is very good, of a high standard, and something for every taste. There are three restaurants to chose from: Rachel’s, serving a la carte, Chopstix Noodle Bar, serving Asian cuisine, and, the Drifters Beach Bar, having buffet options. You may even get to experience the dancing Chef, Zac.
The Rooms are spacious and clean. The beds are very comfortable.
Entertainment is enjoyable.
The Kids Club is good. There is a lot for the young ones to do.
It is a nice walk along the beach and onto the boardwalk.
The grounds are well maintained.
Central Location. There is a bus stop right out side of the hotel. The buses are frequent and cheap, making it easy to travel.
It is right across from the local Horse Racing Track, which is great fun.
Overall good value for the money.

Most frequent negative reviews about Savannah Beach Hotel

The Beach is small. Swimming shoes is a must due to coral on the ocean floor. Walk either left, or right, and, you will find an easier access for swimming.
Seaweed can be a problem which creates a foul smell.
The pool area is small, the depth of the pool is 3′ 6″. It can get a little cramped if the hotel is fully occupied. Sun beds become limited.
The pool tiles and surrounding area can get very slippery when wet.
Some of the guest rooms, including the bathrooms, are a bit tired. They could use a makeover.
There are a lot of stairs around the hotel, probably not great for people with mobility difficulties.
Not truly all inclusive, (mini bar not stocked, no sodas or water in frig.), etc., unless you pay extra to upgrade to a Club Members Package.
Gym is small and old. Installations are not great.

Other considerations

Some plantation rooms face or are near a busy and noisy road.
The location is somewhat isolated, it is not walking distance to any restaurants or nightlife.
The Club Members Package is highly recommended by many guests.
A destination wedding can be planned at the Savannah Beach Hotel. A wedding coordinator can plan every detail.
The Honeymoon Suite is 2 floors and worth the upgrade for many guests.
Sargassum seaweed is a natural phenomena affecting the entire island and the Eastern Caribbean. Barbados in particular has been experiencing it the last 3 years. This year has proven to be the worst on record. The staff work diligently, even using mechanical labor, to remove it. Some days are worse than others.
The staff will run you up to a different beach free of charge.
The Savannah Beach Hotel is one of the oldest on the island. It is described by many guests as small, quant, and charming. Many guests think by being small, it is easy to meet other guests, which adds to your holiday experience.
Honeymoon suite is 2 floors and worth the upgrade for many guests.

Savannah Beach Hotel Restaurants

There are 3 restaurants with bars at the Savannah Beach Hotel that offers a wide variety and experience for the guests.

Rachel’s Bar and Restaurant:

Has an open-air setting offering a breathtaking view of the hotel’s lushly landscaped pools that lead to the Caribbean Sea.

The restaurant is open every day.

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday: Features a la carte and table d’hote options.
Saturday: Is a culinary journey dinning experience by Executive Chef Cecil Gill.
Wednesday: Bajan night.
Sunday: English Carvery.
Sunday Lunch: Taste of the Caribbean.

Dress Code: Elegant casual during the evening. Long pants are required for gentlemen.

Chopstix Noodle Bar:

Features an Asian fusion menu. Chefs prepare deliciously fresh and creative dishes before your eyes.

Hours of operation: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday from 6:30PM-9:30PM.

Dress Code: Elegant casual during the evening. Long pants are required for gentlemen.

Drifters Beach Bar and Restaurant:

A beach setting with cool sea breezes and offers fresh mixed cocktails.

Daily Lunch: A buffet that offers an extensive range of Caribbean delights that caters to all.
Evenings: A variety of themed buffets.

Hours of operation: Daily – 10:00AM-1:00AM.

Dress Code: Casual during the day and smart casual for the evening.

Enjoy personalized beach service while relaxing on the beach.

Savannah Beach Hotel Photos

Room – Ground floor courtyard view

Pool

Courtyard Pool

Beach view from room – look at the monkeys on the fence

Beach view from room

Beach

Beach at low tide

Barbeque dinner

Drifters Restaurant

Courtyard view

Turtles in September

Hotel front

Wedding setup

Beach

Pool

Room view

Restaurant at night

Barbados Beach Club Reviews – 2.5 Star All Inclusive

Barbados Beach Club is a 2.5 star all inclusive resort that offers modern rooms with balconies, overlooking the ocean or the outdoor pool. It features 2 restaurants, water sports facilities and free Wi-Fi.

Barbados Beach Club has Caribbean style rooms, decorated with tiled floors, floral fabrics, wooden furniture, and island-themed artwork. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a satellite TV and a refrigerator.

Below is a summation of hundreds of user reviews on Barbados Beach Club. Updated through November 2015.

Frequent positive reviews about Barbados Beach Club

The rooms are basic, but, adequate and kept spotlessly clean. Towels are changed daily.
The Food is reasonably good. Most meals are served buffet style with the exception of an a la carte being offered a few times a week.
Nice balcony with table and chairs. Beautiful view of the ocean.
Plenty of sun beds and umbrellas on the beach and around the pool.
Nice Beach. Great waves for boogie boarding.
Nice view of the ocean at the pool side bar.
Nightly entertainment is enjoyable.
Wi Fi very good in public areas.

Frequent negative reviews about Barbados Beach Club

Some of the staff are friendly, others not so much.
Limited Food options.
Wine is only served at the evening meals. No other time, not even at the pool side bar.
The bar has limited drink choices.
Mini frig is not stocked. Not even with water.
No Room Service available.
The Hotel is dated, including the guest rooms and guest bathrooms. In need of some TLC and Refurbishment.
There is a daily fee if you want to use the guest room safe.
No Shuttle service offered to or from the Airport.
Entertainment is hit or miss.
The Gym consists of a treadmill, exercise bike and a few dumbbells.
The Hotel is a no frills hotel, don’t expect a 5 star experience and you will not be disappointed.

Other Considerations

Music can be heard if you have a room overlooking the pool area until 11:00 P.M. If you retire early you may want to ask for a room away from the pool.
A destination wedding can be planned at the Barbados Beach Club.
Good location. Near Oistins, and, it is a short bus ride to Bridgetown and to and from the airport.
Not a great area for walking. There is no footpath along the road and not much within walking distance of the neighborhood. The Road is not well lit at night.
If you have realistic expectations of what you are paying for, and you are on a budget, you may want to consider The Barbados Beach Club.