Treasure Beach

We have been to Barbados many times before. This time we stayed at the lovely Treasure Beach Art hotel on the west coast. I believe it had around 35 rooms which made it more cosy than the larger hotels. Although we had originally booked to stay at Waves Hotel on Prospect Bay in a ocean front room, just over a mile away from Treasure Beach, we were told within less than 48 hours of leaving, that we couldn’t stay at Waves as they were renovating the building. They offered us Treasure Beach hotel. Although we were extremely disappointed to be told this at very short notice, when found that Treasure Beach hotel was actually very enjoyable. Getting around the island is easy. A few times we went on the buses which are super cheap. We also hired a car from Ballantyne Rentals who we would highly recommend. The food at the hotel was so amazing and healthy. The only bad thing about it was that I put weight because it was so nice (ok, that’s my fault). They did have a gym there, however it was pretty basic. Every single member of staff at the hotel were great and they helped make our holiday even better. A few names I remember are Sophia, Sasha, Shauna, Kerryanne, Sabrina x 2, Raheem, Tiffany and many more. Sorry I can’t remember all of their names, every single one of them was so nice, kind and hard working! The rooms were nice and well cleaned, the receptionists were super helpful, the restaurant, kitchen and bar staff were so efficient, welcoming and genuinely friendly. The pool was lovely and clean every day, with sun beds around it and also on a section facing the beach. Access to the beach was not always easy, so may not be ideal for beach lovers who are disabled. Although there were no sun beds on the beach itself, the hotel is right on the sea so we could go for a swim and then straight back to the pool area. The sea there is amazingly clear and warm. There were a few stones where the waves landed on the shore so if you’re sensitive you may wish to take water shoes there. We visited Waves hotel (where we had originally booked to stay), and they also have access to the beach with sun beds. However to get from the beach to the pool area it meant going through the beach side of the hotel and crossing the road to their other building with the pool area. It’s a bit different. The hotel has well maintained gardens with beautiful trees, plants and some small friendly birds everywhere around making it so relaxing. We went in the rainy season so a few days were pretty wet. Most days however were lovely and warm with occasional short showers. It's definitely worth a stay there!

Lovely hotel. Small but perfect. Food was very good. Rooms perfect. Staff very nice. I was delighted with the shaded areas for sunbathing as it was so hot. The beach was fantastic. It’s the same beach as no 1 Sandy lane, not rocky and long. Complimentary water taxi was great to go to the sister properties for a wander where you can use the facilities, food and drinks included , (all except colony and the house for food and drinks which are payable) Joan the restaurant Manager is the best, great personality, wonderful at her job, observes the guests and follows up if anything. Raheem who works at the bar was very good. Tips: Bring water slippers as some beaches have stones. Taxi from airport is 60 usd. Bus: When exiting the airport if you cross the road and walk straight you will see a bus stop. Get on any bus to Bridgetown or Oistins and change for another but to Paynes Bay Area or StJames. Keep looking out along the way you pass most of the hotels. We got dropped outside ours. Bus stops pretty much outside. It costs 3.50 Barbadian dollars, convert to usd is under 2. (Any bus journey is 3.5 Barbadian dollars). Have cash exact amount works best because when you give them the correct amount they know you know the correct cost. So for us a couple to get to hotel was 7usd total for 2 buses. When you ask at the airport about a bus they won’t tell u and claim they have no idea! So be savy. We had heavy suitcases and it was easy.

We enjoyed a relaxing stay at The Treasure Beach, which is a small and intimate hotel. What makes this hotel stand out is the staff, they are all absolutely fantastic, too many to mention, they really are one big family. Tracess the General Manager comes round and chats to everybody. The suite was very nice, with a nice comfy bed and a nice bathroom, although the bathroom extractor fan was on 24/7 and was quite noisy. The lounge area has a stocked mini bar and coffee machine, both rooms have good AC and ceiling fans, and large TVs. It would have been nice to have had a long length mirror in one of the rooms. We found the evening meals to be very good, lunch was hit and miss both in quality and service. Breakfast was very disappointing, no continental or bakery selection, a cooked to order menu which was all egg based, as I don’t like eggs there wasn’t much choice for me. Now for the down side, it is now very hard to access the beach direct from the hotel, if you have any mobility issues it is not the hotel for you. Also it is very quiet in the evenings, they do have entertainment some nights from 7-9pm then everybody seems to disappear, very strange when you’re at an All Inclusive Hotel, often we were the only 2 in the bar! So if you’re looking for late nights don’t come here. This was our second visit and as I say we enjoyed it, but not sure if we would return.

We recently stayed for 2 nights to kick start our Caribbean Vacation. After a long 9 hour flight the hotel was very welcoming. From the staff to the rooms we cannot fault this property. This is a small property which suited us perfectly. Relaxed, beautiful location and spotless rooms! The aircon is excellent!!! The beach front setting speaks for itself! We cannot wait to return!!

A Wonderful Small Hotel with Impeccable Service. The Menu was different every day, delicious and fresh. Rooms very clean indeed and Beautiful. We stayed in an Ocean View Room, however not a full view but still amazing. Management were exceptionally attentive as were all the other staff. Thanks so much from the Jarratt Family.