Nestled west of Barbados and set amidst the popular gold coast on the border of the historical Holetown is one of Barbados’ premier resorts–Settlers’ Beach. This four-acre white-sand tropical resort is fronted by the crystal-clear and peaceful Caribbean waters. It is one of the resorts in Barbados, which has faintly kept its traditional Caribbean style and ambiance with some contemporary add-ons and revisions to give an even more relaxing vacation venue. Every type of traveler is appreciated at Settlers’ Beach. Here, children and adults are free to get pleasure from the resort’s beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, roomy accommodations and extensive grounds and exceptionally friendly management and staff. People who want the facilities of a hotel but prefer the looseness of a self catering holiday find the resort a perfect haven.
Accommodations at Settler’s Beach:
Accommodations at Settler’s Beach can be either an elite Barbados plush villa or a relaxing apartment. Forming a U-shape around the resort’s pool and central gardens are 20 two-bedroom Superior Garden/Pool Villas–9 of these villas are bungalows and 11 are two-storey townhouses. There is also a three-bedroom Beach Villa located opposite to the resort’s restaurant. This two-storey cottage has an incredible panorama of the sea. Visitors can also decide to stay in the two-bedroom Beach Villa sitting right above the beach or in the single-bedroom apartment located above reception area. All in all, there are 23 suites in the resort. All two-storey townhouses include a romantic balcony, while the bungalows have a shady internal courtyard. The quarters are equipped with their own air conditioning units, hairdryers, clock radios and personal safes and as well as en suite bathrooms. The kitchens are well equipped and the living and dining areas are roomy. Even though the villas in the resort have been remodeled and refurbished over the recent years, they have still kept their traditional Caribbean style and impression. The villas also have their own patch of lawn with several sun loungers, so guests can stretch out in the sun in the comfort of their own room.
Restaurants & Bars. Settler’s Beach’s only restaurant and bar is Spago. It is an Italian restaurant offering a wide range of dishes including meats, seafood, fish, vegetarian, pasta and pizzas. It has an incredible setting overlooking the crescent-shaped beach and is open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are also several restaurants and bars within just a few minutes’ drive of Settlers Beach, some are even within walking distance like the Fish Pot, which has a lovely venue in Sherman’s Bay, La Mer, on the waterfront in Port St Charles and others like the Lone Star, The Mews, Olive’s and Café Indigo, Patisserie Flindt, The Tides and the Cliff and Calabaza.
Amenities & Services. Despite the fact that some tourists will be happier at a resort that offers a long list of recreational facilities, others can enjoy themselves with a few of those, since their top priority is just to relax. Settler’s Beach may still have what you want despite the fact that this hotel doesn’t have a great deal of recreational facilities. The resort’s onsite facilities include a fresh water pool set amidst the resort’s gardens, a TV lounge equipped with computers and high-speed internet, Wi-Fi access throughout the resort, a water sports hut and a beautifully landscaped garden that is perfect for relaxation. For guests who want to keep their exercise regimens even while on vacation, there are tennis courts and fitness centers 5 minutes away from the resort and guests can use these facilities for free. The resort also offers the most personalized services in the island. It offers individual infant or child care services, every day hotel-style maid services, services of a personal cook and a selection of spa treatments which are provided in guests’ villas. If a vacation is more about relaxation and not so much about recreation, Settler’s Beach is the best place to visit.
Activities. Guests at Settler’s Beach can sunbathe, relax and swim at the resort’s impressive white-sand beach and beautifully-designed freshwater pool. Visitors are also presented with complimentary equipment for some non-motorized water sports. A vast array of water sports like water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, glass bottom boat rides, fishing and parasailing can also be arranged directly from the operators who play their business along the beach. Tourists can also do arrangements with the front desk if they want to go on island tours, lunch cruises and other off-site activities. However, these water activities may require an additional charge. Land activities are also available at some off-site recreational facilities. Visitors can have tennis games at the Sugar Hill, tee times at Royal Westmoreland and gym exercises at J&S Health, Fitness & Sports Academy.
Weddings. For a momentous occasion such as a wedding, the peaceful and splendid venue of Settler’s Beach makes it an ideal setting. Couples can avail of any of the resort’s grand wedding packages: Classic, Frills and Bows and the Indulgent package. Settler’s Beach, with its expert wedding planners will ensure that couples have a memorable and wonderful wedding day.
If you are planning a trip to Settler’s Beach, take the aid of a Travel Agent to ensure that your vacation is an enjoyable experience.