Paynes Bay, 6450 Saint James, Barbados
#8 of 73 hotels in Saint James
Guests' ChoiceBased on 211 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Free Wifi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 10, 2025
Daphnie
U.S. Virgin IslandsI loved everything !
Very clean & quiet
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 10, 2025
Chetan
United KingdomAir conditioning system
Location Pools Staff Quality of accommodation and kitchen
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 25, 2025
Ramcharan
United StatesThere weren’t many power outlets so it was challenging to charge my devices in the room.
The views.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
John
AustraliaLovely accommodation large rooms and fully equipped kitchen in Villa. Three lovely pools
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 19, 2025
Barb
CanadaWe enjoyed every minute! The service and accommodations exceeded our expectations. We definitely be back to stay at this wonderful hotel!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 18, 2025
Graham
United KingdomHonestly cannot find a negative. people have mentioned the road before in other reviews but it really isn't bad at all.
The staff are so friendly and kind. The cleanliness. the facilities, the pool is lovely. every part of this hotel is perfect. The new pub is a super addition to the hotel (pint of red is the shout). We had a classic suite which is a very good size with excellent kitchen facilities.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 1, 2025
Rizwan
United KingdomHonestly not much Perhaps a larger on site restaurant would have been nice
Really friendly hotel staff, excellent comms from owners 3 nice pools and convenient location right across from Payne Bay Nice touches: -Muffins, cream cheese & jam, milk in fridge on arrival -free to use/take deckchairs and umbrellas when going to beaches -The layout of the passionfruit suite is excellent. Huge apartment and laid out for privacy in bedrooms but a large communal living room Loved our stay -Too floor gives lovely sea views with a stunning sunset
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 2, 2025
Janet
United KingdomThe Beach View Hotel is a fantastic base for exploring Barbados. The apartments are spacious, giving you plenty of room to relax, they’re very well equipped for self catering. It doesn’t feel like a ‘hotel’. You have the choice of dining at the Sugar Apple Café and a little bar had just opened when we were there, complete with a pool table and darts board, which was a nice touch. The staff were super helpful and friendly, always happy to assist. Paynes Bay, just across the road, is a beautiful beach and great for collecting sea glass. You can hire sun loungers and a parasol for $40 BBD or borrow smaller chairs and a parasol from the hotel behind the little shop, which is handy for picking up basic supplies. We also had a grocery pack delivered for our arrival, which made things so much easier after a long journey. There’s plenty of car parking on site, which is ideal if you’re hiring a car to explore the island. The only downside is the very noisy road at the front of the hotel and there’s no real escape from it unless you stay in the duplexes at the back of the site. However, overall, it’s a great place to stay with everything you need for a relaxed and enjoyable trip.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 29, 2025
Irene
ItalySpacious, well equipped and good location
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 25, 2025
P
United KingdomGym equipment needs updating
Absolutely amazing invitation of the owners to their beautiful home for all the hotel guests.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 15, 2025
Philip
United KingdomIT would be all picky little things....no pool service unless you want to pay for it! Any short-comings though were easily sought elsewhere nearby. We were directly opposite The Cliff restaurant which if you save up enough is worth the lunchtime visit.
We had an apartment with a great view of the sea and the pool in the grounds. The apartment was well appointed, bathroom could be a bit more modern but nevertheless it was clean, had a powerful shower, always the mark of a good bathroom. Transport by bus into town is easy, fast and cheap. Hole Town has all the shops, bars, cafes etc. Staff on site were very friendly and efficient. The restaurant served great food at a reasonable price. Swimming pools were very good. We didn't see any entertainment on site but not a problem because there is plenty to do at night in the local areas.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 14, 2025
Jeff
United KingdomFabulous spacious room. Small kitchen area was perfect for making breakfast. Our room was located right next to the pool and dining restaurant. Great location for West Coast.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 13, 2025
Rita
United Kingdomnothing.
the apartments were an excellent size fitted out with anything you needed. towels hairdryers beach towels and the kitchen was fully stocked . great position straight out to the pool.'
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Vincenzo
United Kingdomn/a
Great property, clean modern and close to the best places in Barbados
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 21, 2025
Pieter
United KingdomCouldn't see the beach from our villa.
Very comfortable villas, very clean and friendly staff. Pools were great and the food was affordable. Also walking distance from the beach, some restaurants etc.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 18, 2025
Laura
United KingdomLoved this hotel. Great location directly opposite QP Bistro! We had a lovely 2 story villa, it had everything we could need including washer & dryer! Quiet chilled out pool area, nobody reserving sunbeds all day and not using! Perfect!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2025
Ian
United KingdomCould have done with a proper bar area.
Room modern and well kitted out Staff excellent. Everything v clean.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Les
United KingdomThe busy main road was a little noisy.
Spacious room with a small kitchen which made for relaxing time. The pool was excellent and the staff very helpful. Some very good beaches and restaurants close by.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 12, 2025
Anthony
Maltakitchenette
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 1, 2025
Tim
United KingdomA beautiful property with lovely gardens, great pools and well situated with a lovely a quiet beach across the road and a great location for exploring the island. We had a large room with kitchen area. Very clean and stunning views.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 18, 2025
Amritlal
United KingdomA bit remote for my liking as you had to take a tax to restaurants, shops and bars.
Not included
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 15, 2025
Robin
United KingdomLots of extra expenses which really add up; things like dishwasher tablets and washing powder. Feels like they could bulk buy these and leave a couple in the room, given the price of the actual stay. That's a bit like selling toilet rolls to me.
The food was a little expensive, and not really "hotel like" but for apartment hotel (condos) it was pretty handy and good.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Jones
United KingdomNothing.
The standard of the accommodation was excellent, it was quiet. Great location for access to all over the west coast. No issue with sunbed availability and quiet pools/areas.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 9, 2025
Tim
United KingdomCatering standard could be better for costs. Special evening not so special. Would eat outside site for more original variety and quantity.Small portions as if on rations. Better more and you choose than be starving for the price.
Being left to unwind without disturbance. Having a pre ordered basic food pack for starters. Reception staff very efficient very calm and helpful. Rooms cleaned quietly and quickly. Nice team. Access to lovely fresh fish from stall across the road. Pricey but worth it. Ideal for couples or group. Selection of pools just right. Nice to see expansion of site and a possible Spa being built..
Stayed in December 2024
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