Island Inn

Barbados, Caribbean

Star rating

Standard Courtyard Room
Standard Garden View Room
Boardwalk Restaurant
Superior Garden View Room
Junior Suite
Lounge
Standard Garden View Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Superior Garden View
Superior Garden Room
Standard Courtyard Room
Standard Garden View Room
Boardwalk Restaurant
Superior Garden View Room
Junior Suite
Lounge
Standard Garden View Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Superior Garden View
Superior Garden Room

The hotel

Island Inn is a quaint, 24-room, All Inclusive property situated less than a mile from the centre of Historic Bridgetown and within the Garrison Area — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hotel is footsteps away from the beach at the beautiful Carlisle Bay and Pebbles Beach where the horses come and bathe early morning, and is conveniently close to shops and restaurants. Island Inn will amaze you with its disarming simplicity and old world charm, it was originally built as the rum storage facility for the British regiment in Barbados in 1804! Take advantage of your free scuba diving demo in the pool before hitting the big blue, discovering an underwater world that’s just as beautiful as what lies above! The swimming pool makes a change from the beach and is a charming place to lounge beside, soaking up the sun or reading a good book. There’s also The Boardwalk Restaurant for eclectic dining, serving dishes regarded as very special by locals and guests alike. Evenings tend to be very low key although there is live music three times a week plus a weekly manager’s rum punch party to meet and mingle with fellow guests.

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

In the Garrison Historic area, just a 2-minute walk away from the beach at beautiful Carlisle Bay, less than a mile from Bridgetown. Local attractions include George Washington House, Brownes Beach and Barbados Parliament Buildings. Transfer time from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

24 rooms and suites on 1 level. All with air-conditioning, TV, telephone, alarm clock/radio, safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. 

Standard Rooms are located in the original historic building and have either garden or courtyard views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

All Inclusive of: full breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner daily. All beverages except speciality wines, Prosecco, Champagne and bottled water.

Please note: guests must be 18 years or over to be served alcohol.

Room upgrades

Superior Garden View Rooms are larger and located in either the original historic building or in the southern block of the hotel with views over the garden, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Superior Pool Side Rooms are located in the southern block of the hotel with easy access to the swimming pool, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Junior Suites have a separate sitting area and patio with garden and/or partial pool views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

The Boardwalk Restaurant (local and International dishes for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner). Bar (open 10am-11pm daily).

Live entertainment 3 nights per week. Weekly Manager's Cocktail Reception.

Small swimming pool. Mini-gym/fitness centre. Lounge with TV and board games.

Babysitting* (on request). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary WiFi access.

A Tourism Fee per bedroom, per night will be collected at check-out. Rates vary by room and may change per Government regulations, currently ranging from 8.75 BBD (£3.90) to 35 BBD (£16.00).

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

1 night between 1 Apr-22 Dec. 

5 nights between 6 Jan-31 Mar. 

7 nights between 23 Dec-5 Jan. 

* Denotes local charge.

Island Inn check out time is 12 noon. Check in is at 4:00pm.

Dress code: at the Boardwalk Restaurant (year-round) the evening dress code is smart casual which means that gentlemen may wear smart dress shorts and short sleeved shirts (polo shirts are allowed). Please note that no sports replica shirts or club branded merchandise are allowed at dinner. Smart jeans are allowed. No flip flops or trainers are allowed in the evening in the restaurant.

Cover-ups are required in the restaurant for breakfast and lunch and footwear is required in the restaurant at all times.

Please note: although the dress code has been relaxed at this hotel, there may still be some occasions at the hotel and on the island where long trousers and shirt sleeves will be more appropriate or compulsory for gentlemen, so it is highly recommended to still pack some.

Please note: child ages up to and including 12 years.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A charming Caribbean experience.

Jun 10, 2025 jackhD8256MJ

We have visited Barbados several times over the years and Carlisle Bay/Pebble Beach has become one of our favourite places on the planet. The Island Inn is situated within a 1 minute walk of the beach and we have literally passed it hundreds of times. So this year we decided to book an all inclusive 7 night stay. The History of the main… Read more
We have visited Barbados several times over the years and Carlisle Bay/Pebble Beach has become one of our favourite places on the planet. The Island Inn is situated within a 1 minute walk of the beach and we have literally passed it hundreds of times. So this year we decided to book an all inclusive 7 night stay. The History of the main building is interesting, as it was built and used as the Garrison Rum Store, where some of the rooms are located. It’s an incredibly relaxing place to stay which is very rustic. Yes it’s a little tired and in need of a refresh,but to us, this simply falls under the category of Caribbean Charm. The place is kept incredibly clean and the staff are very warm and friendly. The food is Mainly a la carte, with the occasional buffet evening. All the food and drink is of a very high standard, and we have zero complaints. If you want ultra modern, you need to look elsewhere, but if you want to experience a truly relaxing Caribbean vibe, then you won’t go far wrong booking a stay here. The bottom line is that we will definitely stay again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely place

Jun 9, 2025 MaryAnne R Montreal, Canada

The staff and food were very good, great location, entertainment was not the greatest, however you make your own fun!! Bed was good. Beware of the monkeys do not feed them or leave bananas on your breakfast table. They snatch those bananas off my table like no tomorrow.
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May 21, 2025 sallymM1589BZ

Our fourth trip to the Island Inn. And yet again a perfect stay. It was great to be remembered by staff and management, who all seemed genuinely pleased to see us again. A big thanks to Crystal ,trey and terry on the bar, excellent service as usual. Also a big thanks to. Elise,Doris, Jennette,Tia, for looking after us so we'll in the restaurant. A… Read more
Our fourth trip to the Island Inn. And yet again a perfect stay. It was great to be remembered by staff and management, who all seemed genuinely pleased to see us again. A big thanks to Crystal ,trey and terry on the bar, excellent service as usual. Also a big thanks to. Elise,Doris, Jennette,Tia, for looking after us so we'll in the restaurant. A great big thanks to all the people in the kitchen, the food was amazing. And not to forget Wayne and all the cleaning staff who kept our room immaculate. Counting down the days untill we will visit again next year. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Get you "zen" on!

May 19, 2025 BarbieOntario Ontario, Canada

Island Inn was a pleasant surprise. We visited multiple times while staying at The Sands. We were able to view the rooms and had breakfast and lunch here and just absolutely loved the "zen" of the boutique hotel. You will either love it or hate it. If you love to party, then look elsewhere, this is a place to sit and have a drink and meet… Read more
Island Inn was a pleasant surprise. We visited multiple times while staying at The Sands. We were able to view the rooms and had breakfast and lunch here and just absolutely loved the "zen" of the boutique hotel. You will either love it or hate it. If you love to party, then look elsewhere, this is a place to sit and have a drink and meet guests from around the world. At only 24 rooms you will find your peace and quiet here. Angela at the front desk was a STAR!! What a friendly face to return "home" to after a day of exploring the island. Definitely want to return and spend a week here. & Don't forget to go across the beach to Pebbles beach and watch the horses bathe at 6:00 a.m. - magical! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely hotel needs a bit of loving

May 18, 2025 Resort561290

This is a lovely hotel the atmosphere being a small hotel of 24 rooms is great this would be our 3rd time here. The staff are brilliant and good fun the hotel itself is more for adults than families it is clean and tidy the rooms are good but need to be finished off to a better standard just little things. The gym needs a complete overhaul with… Read more
This is a lovely hotel the atmosphere being a small hotel of 24 rooms is great this would be our 3rd time here. The staff are brilliant and good fun the hotel itself is more for adults than families it is clean and tidy the rooms are good but need to be finished off to a better standard just little things. The gym needs a complete overhaul with new machines as the ones there are old and not working the floor needs to be renewed . The sands a sister hotel has a gym of a good standard. Location to the beach is great just 200 yards out the front door were the race horses bathe in the mornings the food is of a great standard . We will be returning for a 4th time. Read less