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Paynes Bay, Barbados (Formerly Beachcomber Suites)
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The St James
4.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
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“I would go back in a heartbeat!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2007
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This luxury apt hotel has 2 studio and 3 2-bdrm beachfront units, 3 1-bdrm Annex units and an Annex Penthouse. It's small, quiet and exactly what we were looking for!

I emailed Nigel to ask about dates, and was able to book. Was told that they had a Studio Apt available, so we took it. Found out later we were the only ones in the builidng the whole visit, so it would have been nice to be given the option of the 2bdrm on the beach just for the extra space. But for 4 days the Studio did just fine!

The Studio Apt has a full kitchen less dishwasher, and the only complaint I had was the leaky tap. But wtih the a/c and fans on you couldn't really hear it. Very clean, comes with everything you need except food! I would suggest bringing Shampoo since they don't provide. Daily maid service except on Sundays, and she even did the dishes (I felt bad for that!). Cecile the manager was very polite.

View from the balcony was amazing. You're right on the beach, and a sea turtle even laid eggs on the beach in front of the building. The water was calm and beautiful, and going in the off-season meant there weren't many people around so we could enjoy the quiet time.

About a 2 minute walk away was a tiger express where we picked up some bread and eggs for breakfast, but i would suggest you get your alcohol and any other food items a bit south at Jordan's. It's much cheaper, and has everything you need - including a free shuttle back to your hotel!

We will definitely be going back to this place as it offers the freedom to cook your own meals and enjoy some quiet time without being surrounded by 150 rooms+ like at a hotel.

  • Liked — It was right on the beach, and out of the way of the busy touristy areas
  • Disliked — Leaky tap
  • Stayed June 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Paynes Bay, Barbados (Formerly Beachcomber Suites)
Price range (per night):* INR3,921 - 20,724

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