Sugar Bay Barbados

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Sugar Bay Barbados | Barbados, Caribbean | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Barbados, Caribbean

4.5 stars

The All Inclusive Sugar Bay Barbados offers a delightful holiday base with an array of activities, four fantastic restaurants, tranquil Caribbean waters in a protected lagoon, and with Bridgetown only a 10-minute drive away, you will be spoilt for choice with things to do and see! Perfect for couples, friends and families, Sugar Bay oozes boho-chic style and radiates a serene atmosphere allowing you to completely unwind in paradise. Guest rooms suit all types of holidaymakers with spacious family suites ideal for larger groups, all of which have great views of the ocean, the pool or the lush, green gardens. Being just a few metres from the calmest seas of the south coast, water sports are very much the order of the day with plenty available. Aside from taking a swim in the cool Caribbean Sea, there are also two swimming pools to laze by and a fitness centre for enthusiasts. Otherwise, head to Karma Spa for a spot of well-deserved pampering. Whilst the adults are at play, the kids have their very own children’s club, offering beach games, competitions and opportunities for exploring. Teens aren’t left out; they can hang together in the clubhouse, an adult no-go area! Dining is a joy, as Sugar Bay Barbados boasts more dining options than most hotels in Barbados! There is a tantalising selection of restaurants to choose from, each utilising the freshest produce from land and sea.

Amenities

Kayaking
Snorkelling
Babysitting service
Creche
Kids Club
Teen Club
Families
Honeymoon
Wedding
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Games Room
Internet Access
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location

Explore the local area

Overlooking the stunning beachfront and tranquil Caribbean Sea. The capital, Bridgetown, is only a 10-minute drive away. The south coast boardwalk is accessible from the beach offering a short walk along the ocean side to a variety of restaurants and bars. Transfer time from airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel Information

Room Information
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138 rooms, all of which are air-conditioned with private balcony, TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, hairdryer and iron and board. Signature Room with pool or garden views and 1 king-size bed (twin beds available on request), sleeping maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: breakfast, lunch and dinner, two specialty dining experiences (Sizzle Steak House and Umi; guests can choose two sushi experiences in Umi or two steakhouse experiences in Sizzle Steak House, or one of each. Only valid for stays of 7 nights or more), premium alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beverages. All entertainment and activities above unless stated otherwise.

Please note: guests can have additional specialty dining experiences at the cost of $25pp (payable locally, subject to change).

Hotel details

Dining

The Reef (buffet restaurant/breakfast, lunch and dinner), Colin’s Bar & Grill (lunch), Lazy Mongoose Pub, Sizzle Steak House (dinner only/limited dining), Umi (Sushi/Asian Fusion - dinner only/limited dining). New Driftwood Cafe. Blush Cafe* (coffee shop).

Fun and Games

2 swimming pools, one with a swim-up bar. Karma Spa* with a new salon. Fitness centre. Non-motorised water sports including boogie boards, kayaking and snorkelling. Beach volleyball. Newly redesigned games room. Creche and kids' club. Teen clubhouse.

Entertainment

Arcade. In-house guest activities team to organise day/evening activities/entertainment.

Handy Stuff

Gift shop*. Complimentary WiFi. Babysitting* (on request). Creche/nursery. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour reception.

Minimum Stay

7 nights between 21 Dec-2 Jan.

Resort Fees

A Tourism Fee will be charged per bedroom, per night and will be collected at check out. The rate is subject to change by the Government, and varies by hotel room. Fees currently range from 8.75 Barbadian dollar (approximately £3.90) to 35 Barbadian dollar (approximately £16.00) per bedroom, per night.

Additional Information

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: smoking is not allowed in guest rooms or balconies.

Trip advisor rating

4.5/5

2,464 reviews

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

68%

Very Good

22%

Average

Poor

Terrible

“Awful hotel for 4 star maybe 2 star …but staff and service fantastic..”

Dec 11, 2025Umesh S

Location super,Atmosphere like being in a 2 star hotel,Rooms outdated and no sockets accessible,was told all rooms have some sea view absolutely not,grossly overpriced more like a 2/3 Star hotel,very clean super staff,gym outdated Hardly any Vegan options chef said mash potatoes are vegan as made with margarine! Limited vegetarian options Beach super,but options of water sports not commmunicated to guests Access to rooms for families with babies/pushchairs poor and older persons A/c controls in rooms very crude…either too cold ,too hot etc need smarter systems

“Lovely Stay at Sugar Bay with a Few Areas for Improvement”

Dec 05, 2025lesleyn1969

We arrived home from Barbados this morning after spending 11 nights at Sugar Bay — our first time staying here — and overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. I always try to provide honest and detailed reviews, as I rely heavily on them when choosing destinations myself. Positives • Smooth and Efficient Check-In Check-in was quick and easy, and our room was ready immediately, which was very much appreciated after a long journey. • Excellent Food Across All Restaurants The food was consistently very good throughout our stay. There was always plenty of choice, and we never struggled to find something delicious at any meal. • Wonderful, Friendly Staff Every member of staff we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Their warmth really added to our experience. Areas That Could Be Improved • Room Cleaning Although the room was cleaned daily, the standard wasn’t quite what I’ve experienced in similar hotels. Coffee was only replaced on 4 out of 11 days, and water was never replaced (although it was always available from reception). • Limited Communal Toilets There is only one toilet area serving the pool, beach, and bar. While the facilities were always clean, there were only three toilets for ladies. Also, only tissues were provided for hand drying — I really think a hand dryer would be more hygienic and cost-effective in the long run. • Lack of Hand Hygiene Stations I would strongly recommend adding hand-sanitising stations at the entrances to all restaurants. While I always wash my hands before eating, not all guests do, and this would help reduce hygiene risks. • Gym Equipment I used the gym on 8 of the 11 days and found it clean and tidy. However, it would be great to have some smaller dumbbells available, as many hotel gyms do. Overall, though, it was better than most hotel gyms I’ve used. • Beach/Pool Area Management This was the biggest issue. As other reviewers have noted, you need to get up very early to secure a sunbed. Umbrellas were extremely limited, and we weren’t always able to get one — a real concern given the strong sun and high temperatures. Towels were also a challenge; I believe providing towels in the room with a strict swap system could help prevent people taking more than one each. • Palm Tree Maintenance This is a safety concern. On two occasions, members of our party were hit by falling palm leaves while on the beach. The leaves are large, and thankfully no one was seriously hurt. Many trees had dead fronds that clearly needed removing — regular maintenance by a professional would prevent accidents. • Sea Floats Hygiene The floats in the sea were increasingly covered in algae, becoming completely green and slimy by the end of our stay. Regular cleaning would make them far more pleasant to use. Overall Despite the areas that need attention, the food, staff, and general ambience of the hotel were fantastic, and we had a truly enjoyable stay. Would we return? Yes, definitely. I just hope management takes steps to improve these few issues. (I have also provided this feedback directly to the hotel.)

“Better 2nd time”

Dec 01, 2025474cliffordb

Fantastic again, great friendly staff, especially tony the barman Good food lots of choice, room very comfy, and great location,

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