Fairmont Royal Pavilion

We stayed at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion for one day as a stopover on our way back from Grenada. Having spent a week here last year and 10 days the year before, it’s a place we’ve always returned to because of the exceptional staff and stunning beachfront setting. Special thanks to Ryan and Derrick, who once again went out of their way to make us feel welcome — their warmth and professionalism really make a difference. That said, the property feels a little less well maintained than before. There was no one to meet our taxi on arrival, and a few areas of the hotel could benefit from refurbishment and renewed investment. We also felt the breakfast, which has always been a highlight in the past, didn’t taste quite as good this time. Despite these small disappointments, we still have great affection for the Fairmont Royal Pavilion and hope to see it return to the standard that first made us fall in love with it.

Beware this hotel says it is a child free boutique hotel. We are here now and it has children everywhere and nothing for them to do. No childs pool, no kids club , no kids play area, no supervision on the beach. This hotel is not child friendly. And the adults only comment is not true!

So we have just arrived 28 th October … wow wow wow … I’m speechless .. we were picked up at the airport from the hotel straight through the security with our guide .. when we arrived at the hotel from the second we got out the car it was fabulous.. we were greeted with cold towels and welcome drinks the members of staff were so attentive to us made us so welcome … we then had the best surprise we had been upgraded to the most gorgeous beach suit and our butler dom took us to our room … well I was blown away it was beyond what you could of imagined .. straight onto the beach you could almost touch the sea .. the room is spotlessly clean beautiful bathroom .. tea coffee making facility we have a gorgeous lounge area .. stunning .. we had dinner last night here the food was amazing the catch of the day was so fresh .. again the staff went over and beyond to make our night feel special . We woke up this morning in paradise .. we had all fresh towels on our decking loungers and looked after by Shane he was so happy and looked after us got our sun loungers on the beach .. I honesty don’t think I will want to leave here .. great job to all at the royal fairmont we so excited to be here for our anniversary .. you are making it a dream .. Ruth & pat beach ❤️

This was our first visit to Barbados and we had an amazing time. From the time we stepped off the plane to the time we were dropped off at the airport the hospitality was excellent. We were greeted by the Fairmont Rep Julenka (my apologies for the misspelling), she escorted us through customs and waited with for our driver (Dean) and sent us off with two cold bottles of water. The drive and conversations were good to the Fairmont. We were greeted with cool towels and choice of refreshing drinks. Check-in was flawless. Shout to the butlers (Peter, Rolston, and Renicio) who took very good care of us. All servers at the restaurant greeted us with a smile and great customer service- shout out to Ashlee, Sabrina, Jalecia, and Malonika. We met a local artist and bought a piece of art. Ginger and Ninja (two local cats) were on their best behavior. St. Clair the bartender was on point with the drinks. Housekeeping and the turn down service kept our rooms clean and kept us replenished with bottles of water - shout out to Serena and Roberta. Even Santa Claus came to visit. Barbados greeted the Briscoe’s with a smile and open arms and sent us off with a smile and a hug.

Just returned from the Fairmont and just want to say to ignore the negative reviews, the hotel is amazing and the staff are incredible and all go out of their way to make your stay 10/10. The hotel kindly let us check in early and depart late, they also sent us a bottle of champagne following recently getting engaged. The rooms are great, views are unbeatable and the beach is lovely. I think the negative reviews are coming from people who are not used to Barbados pricing and hotels. Will definitely be back!