It is an upscale hotel located in Holetown on the west side of the island. It offers great attentive service, and there are plenty of excellent restaurants nearby if you don't want to eat on property
What I wish I
could change:
I had such a good time, I don't think I'd change anything.
Why YOU should
go:
If you are looking for a classy hotel on the west coast this could be for you. Take the boat trip to go and swim with the turtles. They are huge!
Colony Club is situated on the finest stretch of Barbados Platinum (West) Coast, and has been restored from a former private Colonial Club. Its sophisticated ambiance extends to all 96 tastefully appointed guestrooms and suites. Four lagoon style swimming pools meander through seven acres of tropical, palm-filled gardens.
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Colony Club is ideal for couples, honeymooners and families with children seeking an exclusive retreat with impeccable service in a stunning location. Tranquility reigns at this hotel, which is secluded at the end of a long driveway lined by mature casuarina trees. The turquoise Caribbean Sea gently washes along a 400-yard beach.
Complimentary features include an exotic Caribbean cocktail upon arrival, non-motorized watersports, use of the fitness center and tennis courts, and water taxi transportation between west coast Elegant Hotel properties (weather permitting and excludes Turtle Beach).
DINING / BARS:
LAGUNA RESTAURANT- Offering a contemporary menu with superb views of the hotel's tropical gardens and lagoon pools. Dinner dress code: long pants, collared shirts for men. ORCHID ROOM - World class cuisine with a "Bajan Flavor" and an extensive wine list, The Orchid Room is situated on the first floor and has a cozy candlelight atmosphere, perfect for romantic dinners. Dinner only. Dress code: long pants, collared shirts for men. SUNSET BAR & DECK - Poolside swim-up or walk-up bar adjacent to expansive beachside, sunset-view wood deck furnished with teak umbrella tables, rattan chairs. Open late morning to late night. PLANTERS COCKTAIL LOUNGE - Open-air lounge with cushioned rattan seating, live entertainment.
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:
Porters, St James, Barbados, West Indies
96 guestrooms and suites in four two-story buildings and two three-story buildings, all of them white with pink or white lattice trim and all facing a long, narrow central courtyard containing pools and gardens. Rooms and suites' white walls, tile floors, and bedspreads serve as backdrops for floral-motif throw pillows and drapes; straw-mat area rugs; bleached, cappuccino-colored furniture; upholstered chairs with ottomans; and nature prints on walls.
Located at Porters, St. James, on the famous west coast of Barbados just 40 minutes drive from Grantley Adams International Airport and 20 minutes from the cosmopolitan capital of Bridgetown. Fashion shops, Barbados handcrafts and arts and a variety of ethnic restaurants are situated only 10 minutes away.
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 12:00 pm
There is a 3 night minimum stay required for travel Janury 8, 2010 through December 18, 2010, with the following exceptions: There is a 10 night minimum stay required for travel December 20, 2009 through January 7, 2010 and again from December 19, 2010 through January 7, 2011. The resort is closed to arrivals from December 26-31, 2009 and again from December 26-31, 2010.
PLEASE BE ADVISED OF THE FOLLOWING: - Children under the age of 12 are not permitted at the resort for travel February 1-28, 2010. If you arrive at this resort with children under 12 during this travel period, you will be denied check-in. - A Valid Credit Card may be required upon check in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation. - There is a $1.50 per room, per night OPTIONAL Tourism Fund Levy that will be added to your bill. It will be payable upon check-out at the resort should you wish to contribute.
On the beach
Lighted Tennis Courts
Courtyard with rock waterfalls
Abundant tropical trees and gardens
4 lagoon-style pools
Activities/Tours Assistance
Banquet Facilities
Beach
Business Center ($)
Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
Conference Facilities
Currency Exchange
Fitness/Exercise Room
Gift Shop
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Tropical Gardens
Windsurfing
Sailing
Aerobics
24 Hour Front Desk
Wedding Services
Poolside Bar
Dry Cleaning Services
Parking On-Site
Safe Deposit Box
Water Skiing ($)
Scuba Lessons
2 Restaurants
2 Bars/Lounges
Porter/Bellhop
Shopping
Massage ($)
Meeting Rooms ($)
Mobile Phone Rental
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required