It's for adults only and all-inclusive. I was impressed at the quality of the a la carte food in the restaurant.
What I wish I
could change:
The birds! There are some black birds that have learned to fly through some of the open air restaurants targeting food that people have left on empty plates.
Why YOU should
go:
My favorite adults only all-inclusive in Barbados!
The Almond Beach Club is an adults-only (16 and over) All-Inclusive beach front resort located on the West Coast in St James. The resort is the perfect spot for honeymooners, or just friends and family looking to enjoy a luxurious Caribbean vacation. There are 161 guestrooms located in seven three- and four-story multicolored buildings that form a U-shape around a central pool-and-garden courtyard.
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Almond Beach Club & Spa offers three freshwater swimming pools and a hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, and overlooking the bright turquoise waters of the sea. These pools fit in perfectly with the hotel's manicured gardens and tropical landscaping. A courtyard with tall tropical plantings contains a large, two-level pool divided by a waterfall, an eight-person cool-water spa tub flowing into another pool, and a sunning lawn furnished with lounge chairs. A sand terrace and lawn provide sunbathing space. From the beach, guests enjoy numerous watersports. The Caribbean Sea washes up to coral-rock formations along the resort's 100-yard water frontage. Above the rocks, a sand terrace furnished with lounge chairs is shaded by trees in mornings, but sunny in afternoons.
For even more relaxation, enjoy various spa treatments under the hands of a trained masseuse or in the cleansing heat of a Swedish sauna. On-site boutiques sell clothing and souvenir, as well as toiletries, film, and other last-minute needs. A visitor-oriented shopping mall lies just across the street, with a West Indian-style open-air shopping village 400 yards away and another shopping mall 100 yards beyond that.
ALL-INCLUSIVE FEATURES:
- Unlimited meals and snacks at all restaurants and bars on property - All beverages (except Private Reserve Wine, liqours, and wine by the bottle. - Non-motorized water sports - Aerobics - Room Service for lunch and dinner only - Nightly entertainment - Late night disco at Almond Beach Village - Tennis - Fitness center - Beach towels - Use of hobie cats, snorkeling gear, windsurfers, pedal boats, and kayaks - All taxes and gratuities
Not Included: Lobster at certain meals, wine by the bottle, optional tours, Spa & Beauty treatments and products, airport transfers, motorized watersports, scuba diving, telephone calls, faxes, internet access, and business services.
ALL-INCLUSIVE DISCOUNT AMENITIES: - Golf on 9-hole, par-3 course at Almond Beach Village (Complimentary shuttle provided). $5USD fee, per person, includes green fee, clubs, and pull cart; tee time reservations required; Cayman golf balls will be provided, tees not included.
DINING / BARS:
The resort offers a variety of gourmet dining options, and guests can sample flavors ranging from spicy and Bajan to elegant and continental. Meals include sunrise coffee, a breakfast buffet, buffet and a la carte lunches and dinners, afternoon tea, and snacks. Room service is available for lunch and dinner. Two bars quench everyone's thirst. Bottled wines and champagne are also available for an additional fee.
SUNSET RESTAURANT - Open-air seating under conical wood roof with seaviews and linen service, offering buffet breakfast with omelet station, buffet and a la carte lunch with choices including burgers, sandwiches, salads, pasta, grilled fish, and chicken. Afternoon tea including finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries. A LA CARTE - Continental-cuisine dinner service six nights weekly and a Friday night barbecue buffet. Nightly entertainment and Dance floor. Dinner dress code: long pants, collared shirts, and closed-toe shoes (no sneakers) for men. ENID'S RESTAURANT - Second-story, air-conditioned Bajan (Barbadian) restaurant with multicolored wood decor under peaked ceiling, colorful linens, and wall paintings. Starters may include ackee and saltfish, and crab cakes. Soups may include fish and pickled pork with dumplings. Main courses may include Steamed Flying Fish with Green Banana Coo Coo, Fried Chicken with Brown-Sugar Gravy, Pork Chops with Plantain-Rum Sauce, Seafood Curry, Pumpkinseed-Crusted Lamb Chops, and Beef in Rum-Pepper Sauce. Open for dinner only and reservations are required. Dress code: long pants, collared shirts, and closed-toe shoes (no sneakers) for men. WATERS EDGE - The resort's newest restaurant offering seafood fine dining that is open for dinner only. Reservations are required.
TOMMY'S BAR - Casual, second-story, open-air spot featuring multicolored wood decor, pool table, board-game tables, serving sandwiches late morning to early evening. PIANO BAR - Cozy, air-conditioned spot under two conical wood roofs serving singalongs, karaoke, and late-night snacks. MAIN BAR - Located in the lobby.
This resort may have a minimum stay requirement, and also may have a minimum adult age for check-in. Please see "Additional Information" tab for details.
Address:
Vauxhall, St. James, Barbados
161 air-conditioned guestrooms and suites with Caribbean decor, rich splashes of oranges and greens, barefoot- friendly tile floors, ceiling fans, premium TV channels, coffeemakers, daily housekeeping and safes. Some suites feature jetted tubs.
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This is an adults-only resort, limited to ages 16 and older. Located 6 miles from Bridgetown, the capital city. The Grantley Adams International Airport is less than 15 miles away. Driving is on the left side, British-style.
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 12:00 pm
Please note that each room must have at least one adult, 21 years of age or older, in order to secure a room at any Almond property.
There is a 3 night minimum stay required for most times of the year, however there is a 5 night minimum stay required when traveling December 21, 2009 through January 5, 2010, and a 7 night minimum stay required when traveling December 21, 2010 through January 5, 2011.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: there is a $1.50 per room, per night OPTIONAL Tourism Fund Levy that will be added to your bill. It will be payable upon check-out at the resort should you wish to contribute.
A Valid Credit Card may be required upon check in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.
Limo or Town Car Service Available
On Ocean beach
Full Service Spa
3 Bars including Piano Bar
Three Pools
Adults Only Resort
Activities/Tours Assistance
Beach
Volleyball
Cable/Satellite TV
Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
Concierge Services
Cribs Available on Request
Daily Maid Service
Fitness/Exercise Room
Gift Shop
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Laundry Services ($)
Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
Nightly Entertainment
Room Service ($)
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Internet Access ($)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Whirlpool/Hot Tub
Scuba Diving ($)
Shuttle Service
Windsurfing
Sailing
Fishing
Aerobics
24 Hour Front Desk
Wedding Services
Sauna
Poolside Bar
Steam Room
Dry Cleaning Services
Parking On-Site
Safe Deposit Box
Medical Services ($)
Ping Pong
Billiards
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
3 Restaurants
4 Bars/Lounges
Porter/Bellhop
Multilingual Staff
Wheelchair Accessible
Catering
Massage ($)
Audio-Visual Equipment ($)
Spa ($)
Yoga
Beach Towels
Water Skiing (included)
Handicap Room Available
Business Services ($)
Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Complimentary Breakfast
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required