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! Hit the beautiful big blue, discovering an underwater world that’s just as stunning 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.


Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

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 Come here if you want to be depressed

Oct 7, 2026 Harriet F Cornwall, United Kingdom

We came back after 24 years, we had visited a few times as a couple many years ago and the food and the accommodation was fabulous. Had to check in after a long day via a QR code filling in information that I wanted the Reception staff to do. Not very happy however room was wonderful, food is very mediocre, basic buffet at breakfast, no one asks… Read more
We came back after 24 years, we had visited a few times as a couple many years ago and the food and the accommodation was fabulous. Had to check in after a long day via a QR code filling in information that I wanted the Reception staff to do. Not very happy however room was wonderful, food is very mediocre, basic buffet at breakfast, no one asks if you want eggs done differently from the white scrambled eggs which do not taste of anything. Positives: still a lovely pool and we had a lovely room plus Tre was the only happy member of staff. Negatives: Do not work in hospitality if you dont like people or know how to do your job. From sullen reception to a moody bartender who measures your drinks to waiting staff, who are all very unhappy or maybe its just me. Management needs to be completely replaced if you think this is acceptable, food used to be fab, lunch on our departure was Ham sandwich or a fish sandwich, yikes this is bad. What has happened to the wonderful Island Inn, sadly we will never return Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing hotel and staff and food.

Oct 3, 2026 sharon s

This is the best hotel, amazing staff, fantastic food, nothing too much trouble, if you didnt fancy what was on the menu the fab chef would make you something else. We were upgraded on arrival to the suite room by the pool. Each room is a little "bungalow" small friendly hotel (24) rooms, nice pool. Room had a massive shower, comfy bed, house… Read more
This is the best hotel, amazing staff, fantastic food, nothing too much trouble, if you didnt fancy what was on the menu the fab chef would make you something else. We were upgraded on arrival to the suite room by the pool. Each room is a little "bungalow" small friendly hotel (24) rooms, nice pool. Room had a massive shower, comfy bed, house keeper cleaned every day. Cannot fault at all, literally 1 minute walk to the beach, watching the horses having there swim. The staff at the hotel are lovely, the manager is always around making sure everything ok.From the gardeners to the chefs, housekeepers, bar tenders (Tre and Terry) and quiet Viktor. To the fantastic waitresses big shout out to Elsie, Mary and Sharon. So much fun. Could not fault this hotel at all, And this is our 8th visit to Barbados, but not our last to Island Inn x Read less
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Sep 22, 2026 Michelle E

We had such a relaxing holiday at Island Inn. The staff were so attentive and friendly especially Sharon, Tre, Mary and Elsie. The food was exceptional and was so nice to not have buffet style every night. Rum tasting is a must, entertainment was great and the cleanliness was 100%. We have just booked to come back next year and can't wait
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wedding Anniversary Bliss!

Sep 21, 2026 Marcia S Barbados

Fantastic holiday. We celebrated our wedding anniversary and had the best time ever. Tre works behind the bar and makes the most amazing cocktails. He is such a nice guy who made our stay that extra bit special. All the hotel staff and management were warm and welcoming and made our stay so memorable. We will see you again and Tre we can’t wait to… Read more
Fantastic holiday. We celebrated our wedding anniversary and had the best time ever. Tre works behind the bar and makes the most amazing cocktails. He is such a nice guy who made our stay that extra bit special. All the hotel staff and management were warm and welcoming and made our stay so memorable. We will see you again and Tre we can’t wait to sample your daiquiri again! See you all soon xxx Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating We will be back

Jul 26, 2026 morvenwhite101 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Fantastic little hotel. Staff are wonderful. Food great and we found the location perfect. This is my 13th visit to the island but 1st time at Island Inn, it will not be our last. My partner celebrated his 50th birthday and the hotel had a happy birthday table laid out at breakfast and decorated the bed and left a card. Lovely touch. Thank you… Read more
Fantastic little hotel. Staff are wonderful. Food great and we found the location perfect. This is my 13th visit to the island but 1st time at Island Inn, it will not be our last. My partner celebrated his 50th birthday and the hotel had a happy birthday table laid out at breakfast and decorated the bed and left a card. Lovely touch. Thank you for a brilliant holiday Read less