Located 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 tranquil Caribbean waters. It is one of the resorts in Barbados, which has craftily retained its traditional Caribbean panache and feel with some modern additions and modifications to give an even more cozy vacation locale. Settlers’ Beach caters to travelers of all ages. It boasts of its superbly landscaped tropical gardens, roomy accommodations and extensive grounds and outstandingly warm management and staff. Individuals who want the facilities of a hotel but prefer the freedom of a self catering holiday find the resort a perfect paradise.  

Accommodations at Settler’s Beach:

Tourists can choose an elite Barbados luxury villa or a cozy apartment accommodation. Forming a horse shoe outline around the resort’s pool and central gardens are 20 two-bedroom Superior Garden/Pool Villas, 9 of which are bungalows and 11 are two-storey townhouses. There is also a three-bedroom Beach Villa stationed opposite to the resort’s restaurant. This two-storey cottage has a scenic panorama of the sea. Visitors can also decide to reside in the two-bedroom Beach Villa sitting right above the beach or in the single-bedroom apartment stationed 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. All accommodations are air conditioned and fitted with 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 spacious. All the villas have a traditional Caribbean style and atmosphere even though they have been renovated and refurbished over recent years to give more up-to-date and cozy interiors. Every villa has its own patch of lawn with some sun loungers, so tourists need not bother going anywhere else.

Restaurants & Bars. Spago is Settler’s Beach’s only restaurant and bar. It is an Italian restaurant providing an array of dishes including meats, seafood, fish, vegetarian, pasta and pizzas. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and gives tourists an incredible view of the crescent-shaped beach. For tourists who prefer other cuisines, there also several restaurants and bars near Settlers Beach, like the Fish Pot, which has a beautiful setting 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 And Services Available at Settler’s Beach:

Some vacationers will be happier at a resort that offers a long list of recreational facilities but there are also those that can enjoy themselves with a few of those, since their top priority is just to unwind. Settler’s Beach may still have what you want in spite of the fact that this hotel doesn’t have a great deal of recreational facilities. Its on-site amenities include a fresh water pool placed amidst the resort’s gardens, a TV lounge outfitted with computers and high-speed internet, Wi-Fi access throughout the resort, a water sports hut and a superbly landscaped garden that is perfect for relaxation. The resort also offers some off-site amenities that tourists can use for free, like the tennis courts at Sugar Hill and a fitness center at Holetown. The resort also offers the most personalized services in the island. It offers individual infant or child care services, daily hotel-design maid services, services of a personal cook and a selection of spa treatments which are provided in visitors’ villas. If a vacation is more about relaxation and not so much about recreation, Settler’s Beach is the perfect place to visit.

Activities. Vacationers at Settler’s Beach can sunbathe, relax and swim at the resort’s incredible white-sand beach and superbly-designed freshwater pool.  Visitors can also use the resort’s complimentary equipment for some non-motorized water sports. There are also several operators along the beach who offer a wide selection of water sports like water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, glass bottom boat rides, fishing and parasailing for a fee. The resort also offers assistance to tourists who want to go on island tours, lunch cruises and other off-site activities. However, these water activities may require an additional charge. On land, guests can also enjoy a number of recreational activities, like tennis games at the Sugar Hill, tee times at Royal Westmoreland and gym exercises at J&S Health, Fitness & Sports Academy.

Weddings. Settler’s Beach, with its calm and majestic scenery is excellent location to celebrate love.  The resort has 3 wedding packages, the 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.