Coral Reef Club, Barbados

Location

Among the most popular resorts in the Caribbean, this elegant family-owned oceanfront hotel is set within serene landscaped gardens on Barbados' secluded west coast. Framed by swaying palms and the sparkling sea, it's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the very best in Barbadian island hospitality.

Accommodation

Classically colonial in style, the hotel's rooms and suites are replete with wooden balustrading, fretwork and shuttered windows. Air-conditioned, but also benefitting from a cooling sea breeze, each one contains a king or twin double beds while, in the larger suites, separate lounge areas lead our to private patios or balconies. For the ultimate indulgence, two private villas come with large private lawns and a shared pool.

Dining

Experience al fresco dining at its best at the Coral Reef's restaurant, overlooking the calm waters of the Caribbean sea. Its daily changing a la carte menu of fresh seafood and sizzling barbecue favourites, you'll have the chance to sample a wide variety of flavoursome dishes showcasing the very best Caribbean ingredients. The atmosphere here is strictly informal with weekly barbecues, West Indian buffets and nightly live entertainment only adding to the conviviality.

Facilities

With two mosaic-tiled swimming pools, a gym, tennis courts, sprawling landscaped gardens and the usual array of water sports, there's plenty to keep active guests occupied. But if that all sounds like too much hard work, the hotel spa with its steam room, Hydro-pool and tropical surrounds provide the perfect sanctuary for rejuvenating massages and treatments.