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Crystal Cove By Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive, Saint James

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About the Hotel

Applesby, Saint James, Barbados, BB24005

Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels is an all-inclusive resort located in Saint James, Barbados. This vibrant property features picturesque design elements including colorful balustrades and landscaped swimming pools. It offers diverse amenities catering to families and couples alike, ensuring a relaxing environment.

Location

Situated approximately five minutes' drive from Holetown, the hotel is conveniently located near a variety of bars, restaurants, and shops. It is set along a 250-yard stretch of tranquil beach, ideal for relaxation. Grantley Adams International Airport is 25 km away, providing easy access for travelers.

Rooms

Guest rooms at Crystal Cove are decorated with floral prints and equipped with modern conveniences like air conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Each unit features a balcony, with many offering sea views. Bathrooms come with either a bath or shower and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

The main restaurant is an open-air establishment with both buffet and à la carte dinners, offering a mix of European and Caribbean cuisines. Additional dining options include an air-conditioned coffee and wine bar and a beach bar/restaurant under canvas parasols. Most restaurants on-site accommodate dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

Leisure & Business

The resort boasts a trio of tiered swimming pools surrounded by lush landscaping and mini-waterfalls. Guests can engage in various watersports, utilize a fitness center, or enjoy two floodlit tennis courts. For business needs, the hotel offers a business center and accommodates event planning with expert staff.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Ocean View Junior Suite
Max:
4 persons
41 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Balcony
Air conditioning
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Garden View Junior Suite
Max:
4 persons
41 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Balcony
Air conditioning
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Pool Garden View Room Guest room
Max:
2 persons
25 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Balcony
Air conditioning
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Getting around

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City Centre
Saint James 4.6 km
Airports
Grantley Adams International (BGI) 23.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Night club
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Applesby, Saint James, Barbados, BB24005
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Applesby, Saint James, Barbados, BB24005
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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean rooms
friendly staff
noisy dining
limited breakfast options
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.8
Service
8.7
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 10 reviews
7.3
7.3/10based on 107 reviews
Elizabeth
United Kingdom, May  2024
7.4/10

The hotel has a unique layout with two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms, but the decor feels outdated. The service was helpful and friendly but could use some modernization. The location is excellent with a creative design around the main pool and a buzzing atmosphere near Hoteltown. The dining options were limited in variety but offered made-to-order food. Overall, a mix of charm and need for updates.

Rooms
6.0
The layout with two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms was spacious, but the decor felt outdated.
Service
7.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and very helpful, providing a warm atmosphere despite needing some modernization.
Location
9.0
The location is unbeatable, with a creative design around the main pool and a lively atmosphere near Hoteltown.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had limited variety but offered made-to-order food, enhancing the on-site dining options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel features a unique design around the main pool with access through a waterfall, creating a relaxing ambiance.
Thomas
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.2/10

The hotel offers stunning views across the pools and out to sea, although privacy in the rooms is a concern due to the large front glass window. The rooms are kept very clean, and the fridge is replenished daily with water and soft drinks. The service is overwhelmingly friendly and accommodating, ensuring a welcoming stay. The location boasts a beautiful sandy beach and nice pools, but some areas are restricted for water taxi access. The dining options are varied and include food cooked on request, adding a nice touch to the experience.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms have great views across the pools and out to sea, but the front glass window compromises privacy. They are kept very clean, with the fridge replenished daily.
Service
9.0
The service is overwhelmingly friendly and accommodating, making for a welcoming stay.
Location
8.0
The location is out of this world with a beautiful sandy beach and nice pools, but some areas are restricted for water taxi access.
Dining
8.0
The dining options are varied, including food cooked on request, adding a nice touch to the experience.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities include a great choice of water sports at the beach and private gazebos.
Sam
United States, February  2024
7.8/10

Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience. The location is lovely, just steps away from the beach and nestled among charming gardens. The rooms had a unique character being in small units, although they were a bit outdated. The service was impeccable with friendly staff always ready to assist. The dining options provided seasonal local products but were lacking variety. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few areas for improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, though a bit dated, offered a cozy stay with their unique setup.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly, polite, and attentive, making our stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect for enjoying the gardens and the beach, although lacking air conditioning.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience featured seasonal local products but could benefit from more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered lounge chairs by the beach and friendly bus services for getting around.
Jacob
United States, December  2023
8.2/10

Our family of 4 had a great stay at this hotel. The rooms were perfect for us with separate beds for the kids and 2 full bathrooms, ensuring peace and harmony. However, being on the 3rd floor facing the ocean near the street did mean some early morning car horns at 7 am.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms worked out very well for our family of 4 with separate beds for both kids and 2 full bathrooms, making it peaceful and preventing arguments.
Service
9.0
The staff was fantastic throughout the resort and restaurants, always engaging with warmth and a smile, which was a refreshing change from some other hotels we've stayed at.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location on the west coast with well-kept grounds patrolled by polite security was excellent, right by the ocean and with access to amenities like tennis courts and water taxis.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered standard fare with plenty of choices, but it was somewhat underwhelming with some dishes being less than impressive.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities at the hotel were great, with options for room service, car hire, and laundry services available.
Jim
United States, December  2023
8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. While the rooms could use some modernization and the bathrooms needed updating, they were spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable, although a bit limited in space for luggage. The service was exceptional, with attentive staff who kept everything spick and span and were particularly safety-conscious with children. The location couldn't be beaten, offering easy access to the beach, the capital, and the airport. The dining experience was delightful, especially at breakfast, with a variety of fresh and delicious options. Overall, a great place to stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable, albeit slightly limited in space for luggage.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful, safety-conscious, and attentive throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location on the beach, close to the capital and the airport, is unbeatable.
Dining
9.0
Dining at Reflections, especially at breakfast, was a delightful experience with fresh and varied options available.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and provided everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Dennis
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.6/10

I couldn't have asked for a better stay! The rooms were fabulous, clean, modern, and spacious with a lovely sea view from the balcony, especially being upstairs. The service was top-notch, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable holiday. The location was excellent with easy access to buses and great dining options around. The dining experience was mostly enjoyable, although some restaurants didn't meet expectations. Overall, a great value for money with fantastic amenities.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were fab, very clean, modern, and spacious with everything one could need and more. Our garden view room even had a bar, which was a delightful surprise.
Service
9.0
The staff members were incredibly friendly and always ready to assist, from the bar staff to the pool attendants, making our stay extra special.
Location
9.0
The location was unbeatable, offering easy access to other parts of the island and a lovely setting with evening activities around the pool area and fire pit on the beach.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were varied, and most were enjoyable, though the Italian restaurant was a bit below par. Despite this, the breakfast spread was extensive and satisfying.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, with everything from room service to water sports available on-site, adding convenience and fun to our stay.
James
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.8/10

Waking up with a lovely view, the rooms were modern and spacious, always impeccably cleaned with care. The staff is exceptionally friendly, providing top-notch service. The location is perfect, right on the beach. The dining experience was good but a bit noisy. Overall, a great stay with excellent value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were fab - clean, modern, and spacious, with a lovely aspect to wake up to each day.
Service
9.0
The staff were excellent in attitude and always ready to provide excellent service.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect right on the beach, ideal for relaxing and enjoying sunsets.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good overall but a bit noisy at times.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything needed for a comfortable stay.
clean rooms
noisy dining
Mary
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were pretty spacious and had a lovely terrace area with comfy chairs, clean and recently painted, although the furniture seemed old. The service was excellent overall, with friendly staff who were mostly helpful. The location was out of this world, right on the seafront with a beautiful sandy beach and great choice of water sports. The dining experience had its flaws but was acceptable. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay enjoyable and relaxing.

Rooms
8.0
My mid-terrace one-bedroom suite overlooking the beach, on top of the water sports area, was very big and had plenty of room for all three of us.
Service
8.0
The staff here were excellent and I would recommend them. They were mostly friendly and polite, although a few seemed a little distant.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was truly out of this world, allowing me to relax and enjoy the manicured gardens and beach. The pools were nice but small, and the sunbeds plentiful.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a bit limited with the same selections every day, but it was planned for one evening and was decent overall.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had fantastic facilities, including a main pool with a creative design, a cave bar, and access to water sports. The pool area was the highlight of my stay.
Thomas
United States, July  2023
6.8/10

I couldn't believe the breathtaking views right next to the beach, but sadly, the room was so grimly out of date with stained rugs and curtains, a tired bath, and knocking pipes with every tap. The service from the landscape team was fantastic, always friendly and helpful. The location, between Bridgetown and Holetown, allowed for a holiday of a lifetime while relaxing on a sunbed. The dining experience at Reflections had a fantastic selection, even though the breakfast was the same daily. The value for money was decent considering the outdated room.

Rooms
5.0
The room was grimly out of date with stains and tired fixtures.
Service
9.0
The landscape team was friendly and very helpful.
Location
8.0
The location allowed for a memorable holiday between Bridgetown and Holetown.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience at Reflections had a good selection despite repetitive breakfast options.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities offered were decent, but the room condition overshadowed them.
Brian
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.6/10

The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a wonderful balcony and sea views, and a bathroom filled with every amenity. The location is ideal, right on the beach and close to the capital and the airport. The service is incredibly friendly and professional. The dining experience was not up to par with pre-cooked dishes and a busy buffet setup.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms have a great view and are quiet after 10.30 but are in desperate need of a refresh.
Service
9.0
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, perfect for beach activities and close to essential areas.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience, although branded as Caribbean or BBQ, lacked freshness and variety, with a crowded buffet setting.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities are adequate but could use improvements.
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