Tamarind

Tamarind, a Premium All-Inclusive hotel, invites you to uncover the best of Barbados on the island’s platinum west coast. Set along a prime 750-foot stretch of serene beach, this luxury hotel is a Caribbean refuge for  couples, families, reunions and retreats. Bringing the kids? They’ll have their own unforgettable adventures with plenty to discover for all age groups.

Tamarind is an intriguing blend of Mediterranean style and Caribbean magic. With its red-tiled buildings, beautiful fountains and colourful courtyards tucked away in secluded corners, guests have a pervading sense of privacy and tranquillity. The landscaped gardens open onto a long stretch of white sand beach.

There are various room categories from which to choose. All bedrooms offer air-conditioning, en suite facilities, king or twin beds, safe, fridge, hair dryer, telephone, cable TV, and a balcony or patio.

There are 3 freshwater swimming pools and complimentary water sports, including sailing, boogie boards, kayaking, windsurfing, water-skiing and snorkelling (subject to availability). There is a new state-of-the-art, air-conditioned cardio-fitness centre at the Hotel.

There is water taxi transportation between Elegant Hotel properties (weather permitting and excluding Turtle Beach Hotel on the South Coast).

Golf is available at nearby Royal Westmoreland Golf Course, The Country Club Golf Course at Sandy Lane, or the Barbados Golf Club on the South Coast.

Tamarind’s 104 recently renovated guestrooms and suites offer vibrant, modern decor, spacious floor plans, oversized balconies and panoramic ocean views. State-of-the-art amenities include:

Flat-screen TVs with cable; iPod docking station; Air conditioning ; Mini-fridge and in-room safe; 15″ laptop safe; Complimentary Wi-Fi; Hair dryer; Spacious bathrooms that include a bath and shower.

Tamarind offers beachfront and open air dining choices. Enjoy a romantic, private dinner for two right on the beach, attend a chef specialty night with Caribbean, Asian or Mediterranean-themed menus, or bring the whole family to the Sunday Beach Party featuring a grill station, steel pan music, local cuisine and a mini beach bar for the adults. Whether in the mood for fresh fare and live music, evening cocktails at a South Beach-inspired lounge, a family-style beachfront feast or even fine dining, you’ll find it all just steps from your room.

Rilaks Deck
This South Beach Miami-inspired outdoor lounge serves light snacks and cocktails in a festive environment with music in genres such as R&B, jazz, Caribbean, and soul.

Sugar Cane Room
This open-air restaurant serves a full breakfast buffet that includes both waffle and egg stations prepared just how you like it, an assortment of breads, muffins and sweet ‘tings, traditional breakfast choices as well as local Bajan delights such as pumpkin and corn fritters, flying fish and fried plantains.

246 Bar & Restaurant
Take in spectacular ocean views from this idyllic beachfront restaurant, offering all-day dining and a fresh fruit and vegetable bar as well as a la carte dining with chef’s specialties, theme evenings and live poolside music on select evenings.

Want to spend some time at Elegant Hotels’ sister properties? During the daytime, utilise the complimentary water taxi to enjoy meals at Colony Club, Crystal Cove and Turtle Beach with the Taste of Elegance Dine Around Programme. Depending on which hotel you are staying (all-inclusive or breakfast only) the programme allows all Elegant Hotels guests the opportunity to exchange dine.

There are 3 freshwater swimming pools and complimentary water sports, including sailing, boogie boards, kayaking, windsurfing, water-skiing and snorkelling (subject to availability). There is a new state-of-the-art,  air-conditioned cardio-fitness centre at the Hotel.

There is water taxi transportation between Elegant Hotel properties (weather permitting and  excluding Turtle Beach Hotel on the South Coast).

Children will have the time of their life with complimentary water sports, chaperoned movie nights and the ultra-cool Club Tamarind, which is equipped with Wii, foosball and other games.

The Flying Fish Kids Club provides targeted activities for youngsters between ages four and 12, while our certified nannies are on hand to look after your younger children while you enjoy some adults-only time at the spa pool or a romantic evening alone. Little ones don’t have to miss all the fun – children under the age of four are welcome to participate in Kids Club activities when accompanied by an adult. Of course, excellent babysitters are also available to help with children of all ages, whether they need extra supervision at the pool or if you want a night alone to enjoy some of our activities for adults only. Our wide range of children and teen services help ensure that the whole family has fun:

Flying Fish Kids Club: Trained, professional staff lead children between the ages of four and 12 in a wide range of fun-filled activities from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Club Tamarind: A family lounge equipped with modern video game consoles on large-screen TVs as well as air hockey, pool, ping pong and foosball to guarantee some fun quality family time

Special activities just for tweens,like chaperoned movie nights at the local cinema and organised pool volleyball games.

Certified nannies available day and night.

Outdoor activities, including complimentary watersports

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