Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort
$564
/ night
Avg. for September
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$564
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort average $564 in September, the cheapest month, and $1,687 in January, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $1,687 |
| February | $1,602 |
| March | $1,402 |
| April | $1,168 |
| May | $631 |
| June | $629 |
| July | $595 |
| August | $626 |
| September | $564 |
| October | $658 |
| November | $848 |
| December | $1,573 |
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About this property
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this resort include complimentary...
Amenities
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Holetown? This resort has 624 square feet (58 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy Caribbean cuisine at Palm Terrace, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 72 guestrooms featuring minibars and DVD players. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries.
Location
Located in Holetown, Fairmont Royal Pavilion is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Mullins Beach and Paradise Beach. This beach resort is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Paynes Bay Beach and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Brighton Beach.
What's nearby
Folkestone Marine Park(0.8 miles)
St. James Parish Church(0.8 miles)
Lime Grove Shopping Centre(1.1 miles)
Holetown Monument(1.3 miles)
Limegrove Cinemas(1.3 miles)
Diamonds International(1.3 miles)
Holetown Beach(1.3 miles)
Chattel Village(1.4 miles)
Royal Westmoreland Golf Course(1.5 miles)
Sunset Crest Shopping Centre(1.8 miles)
Schotherapy Internationale Day Spa(1.8 miles)
Gibbs Bay(1.8 miles)
Sandy Lane Beach(2 miles)
Mullins Bay(2.2 miles)
Gibbes Beach(2.2 miles)
The preferred airport for Fairmont Royal Pavilion is Grantley Adams Intl. Airport (BGI)(18.1 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Valet Parking
Location
Porters BB24051, Porters, Barbados
Folkestone Marine Park (0.8 miles)
St. James Parish Church (0.8 miles)
Lime Grove Shopping Centre (1.1 miles)
Holetown Monument (1.3 miles)
Limegrove Cinemas (1.3 miles)
Diamonds International (1.3 miles)
Room options
8
Signature Twin Room, 1 Twin Bed, Oceanfront
Room details
1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
15
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Beachfront
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
5
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
8
Luxury Twin Room, 1 Twin Bed, Oceanfront
Room details
1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
8
Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Room details
2 King Beds
Sleeps 4
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
17
Suite, 1 King Bed, Beachfront
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
650 ft²
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
10
Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
8
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
7
3 Bedroom Villa 3 King
Room details
3× King Beds
Sleeps 6
Balcony or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
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What guests think
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Across reviews of Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort, travellers praise the beautiful beachfront setting and ocean views, and many highlight friendly, welcoming staff, while recurring critiques note slow or uneven service, limited or closed dining options, and dated areas.
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Across reviews of Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort, travellers praise the beautiful beachfront setting and ocean views, and many highlight friendly, welcoming staff, while recurring critiques note slow or uneven service, limited or closed dining options, and dated areas.
Rooms are often spacious with balconies and direct beach access, but some guests report maintenance issues, noise, or humidity. Cleanliness is generally strong in rooms, though outdoor areas and beach facilities sometimes feel untidy or in need of repair, with storm impacts noted. Expect a quiet, picture-perfect beach stay with friendly staff, but operations and overall value can feel inconsistent.
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Facilities
Beachfront setup with plentiful loungers and easy access is a highlight. However, beach service can be slow or disorganized, and some outdoor paths and areas show wear, with occasional construction mentioned and recent storm damage affecting parts of the shoreline.
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Edgar
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff and service was excllent. The rooms are ok and the private balconies overlooking the ocean are amazing. The bar/restaurant at the beach area has been upgraded. The rest of the place is a bit dated and could use an update. Access to the beach club sail boats is a plus
Staff and service was excllent. The rooms are ok and the private balconies overlooking the ocean are amazing. The bar/restaurant at the beach area has been upgraded. The rest of the place is a bit dated and could use an update. Access to the beach club sail boats is a plus
10
Kathleen
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
What a beautiful location. We had a really nice, large, beachfront room, with nice large bathroom. Room us as advertised and we did lay out on the balcony in the sun as the waves rolled in. The beach is wonderful. Crystal clear warm water that has a nice shallow part, sandy beach that was easy to walk on. I loved that getting a beach chair and umbrella were always easy no matter the time of day. The staff were all so friendly! Tge grounds were so well maintained! We started each day with the nice fresh breakfast, which was included, and were always given a nice table overlooking the water. Picture perfect!
What a beautiful location. We had a really nice, large, beachfront room, with nice large bathroom. Room us as advertised and we did lay out on the balcony in the sun as the waves rolled in. The beach is wonderful. Crystal clear warm water that has a nice shallow part, sandy beach that was easy to walk on. I loved that getting a beach chair and umbrella were always easy no matter the time of day. The staff were all so friendly! Tge grounds were so well maintained! We started each day with the nice fresh breakfast, which was included, and were always given a nice table overlooking the water. Picture perfect!
10
Tim
Jan 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
A lovely hotel the ocean view room was well appointed comfortable and quiet with a lovely large balcony with comfortable seating. Very good restaurants and bar with new furniture. The breakfasts are very good. Access to beach was easy. The ONLY downside they need to get the beach service sorted, it's all a bit haphazard and disorganised and they are missing out on revenue. The food and drinks are reasonably priced. The extensive gardens and ground are very well maintained. Lovely stay and very friendly and helpful staff.
A lovely hotel the ocean view room was well appointed comfortable and quiet with a lovely large balcony with comfortable seating. Very good restaurants and bar with new furniture. The breakfasts are very good. Access to beach was easy. The ONLY downside they need to get the beach service sorted, it's all a bit haphazard and disorganised and they are missing out on revenue. The food and drinks are reasonably priced. The extensive gardens and ground are very well maintained. Lovely stay and very friendly and helpful staff.
8
Peter B
Sep 4, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Superb view from the room and accommodating staff all around property and beach. Needed to fix one of the ways to the beach. But the other way was fine
Superb view from the room and accommodating staff all around property and beach. Needed to fix one of the ways to the beach. But the other way was fine
10
Robin Leigh
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
Overall a good experience..great service with dining and beach service and walkable to some beach bars/restaurants. Beautiful beach but damaged by last hurricane and needs some maintenance to resort on the outside by the beach.
Overall a good experience..great service with dining and beach service and walkable to some beach bars/restaurants. Beautiful beach but damaged by last hurricane and needs some maintenance to resort on the outside by the beach.
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Steven
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel, very nice room overlooking the sea, Great beach with plenty of sun beds, nice extensive breakfast buffet, good number of nearly restaurants and bars.
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel, very nice room overlooking the sea, Great beach with plenty of sun beds, nice extensive breakfast buffet, good number of nearly restaurants and bars.
6
Adrian Darcy
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
No activities out side of the water sports
No activities out side of the water sports
10
Myrtle
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 14 nights
Great location, excellent service and fantastic facilities. The staff can’t do enough for you. The Fairmont is indeed the jewel of Barbados.
Great location, excellent service and fantastic facilities. The staff can’t do enough for you. The Fairmont is indeed the jewel of Barbados.
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Pedro
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It is a solid hotel in an excellent location (one of the best beaches in Barbados). Overall friendly staff. It is expensive and some improvements needed given the price charged: 1 - Buttler service (waited 1 day to be introduced to him and was very difficult to reach him during my stay. When reached he was very efficient) 2- Restaurants (hotel really needs a new F&B Manager. Theses could be some of the best restaurants in Barbados given location but they lack ambiance (proper decoration, decent playlist, mood light) and need a new chef (food is totally unmemorable) - that's why they are always empty even when hotel is full. 3 - Music Selection ...We were there in Xmas season (I know it's hard to escape to xmas playlists...) but I wonder what insights management have on their guests...I really don't think people travel from USA and Europe to the land of Calypso to listen to Kenny G, Mariah Carrey and Celine Dion...music selection totally kills the Caribbean vibe in this place 4 - Beach service extremely slow (it's a wide beach and there is not enough staff in high season so be prepared to wait 30min to get noticed and another 30min to get served). I would return to Barbados without hesitation (amazing island) but would probably chose another place to stay.
It is a solid hotel in an excellent location (one of the best beaches in Barbados). Overall friendly staff. It is expensive and some improvements needed given the price charged: 1 - Buttler service (waited 1 day to be introduced to him and was very difficult to reach him during my stay. When reached he was very efficient) 2- Restaurants (hotel really needs a new F&B Manager. Theses could be some of the best restaurants in Barbados given location but they lack ambiance (proper decoration, decent playlist, mood light) and need a new chef (food is totally unmemorable) - that's why they are always empty even when hotel is full. 3 - Music Selection ...We were there in Xmas season (I know it's hard to escape to xmas playlists...) but I wonder what insights management have on their guests...I really don't think people travel from USA and Europe to the land of Calypso to listen to Kenny G, Mariah Carrey and Celine Dion...music selection totally kills the Caribbean vibe in this place 4 - Beach service extremely slow (it's a wide beach and there is not enough staff in high season so be prepared to wait 30min to get noticed and another 30min to get served). I would return to Barbados without hesitation (amazing island) but would probably chose another place to stay.
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jason
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
Staff - generally excellent Beach service - dreadful Room - very nice and cleaned well Outside area's - needed cleaning Towel service - dreadful Construction work - not made aware before travel Food - one of 2 restaurants closed - not made aware
Staff - generally excellent Beach service - dreadful Room - very nice and cleaned well Outside area's - needed cleaning Towel service - dreadful Construction work - not made aware before travel Food - one of 2 restaurants closed - not made aware
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Cleanliness
Rooms are generally clean and well maintained by housekeeping. Some guests note untidy or worn outdoor areas and a need for broader upkeep.
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Marisa
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Wonderful time spent at Fairmont. Warm welcome from the moment we stepped on the property. Got a room upgrade and complimentary bottle of champagne to celebrate our anniversary. The cleaning staff kept the rooms well maintained and replenished the water daily. Ate in the Taboras restaurant and daily breakfast. Great choice and very good food. Beach lovely and clean, crystal clear waters. Relaxed, friendly vibe. Highly reccomend the Fairmont Royal Pavilions
Wonderful time spent at Fairmont. Warm welcome from the moment we stepped on the property. Got a room upgrade and complimentary bottle of champagne to celebrate our anniversary. The cleaning staff kept the rooms well maintained and replenished the water daily. Ate in the Taboras restaurant and daily breakfast. Great choice and very good food. Beach lovely and clean, crystal clear waters. Relaxed, friendly vibe. Highly reccomend the Fairmont Royal Pavilions
10
Jodi
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation at Fairmont Royal Pavilion! It is a beautiful property right on the beach, very well maintained and staffed. Everyone we saw and spoke with was extremely respectful, professional, helpful, positive and pleasant. Staff went above and beyond in all areas of guest service!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation at Fairmont Royal Pavilion! It is a beautiful property right on the beach, very well maintained and staffed. Everyone we saw and spoke with was extremely respectful, professional, helpful, positive and pleasant. Staff went above and beyond in all areas of guest service!!
10
Jonathan Charles
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great staff /place needs a bit of updating and renovating/beautiful location
Great staff /place needs a bit of updating and renovating/beautiful location
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Peter
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 10 nights
Courteous and friendly staff ,very clean rooms, beautiful beach,
Courteous and friendly staff ,very clean rooms, beautiful beach,
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Robin Leigh
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
Overall a good experience..great service with dining and beach service and walkable to some beach bars/restaurants. Beautiful beach but damaged by last hurricane and needs some maintenance to resort on the outside by the beach.
Overall a good experience..great service with dining and beach service and walkable to some beach bars/restaurants. Beautiful beach but damaged by last hurricane and needs some maintenance to resort on the outside by the beach.
10
don
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Our stay at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion was wonderful! It was spotless, staff were very friendly, dinner was delicious, entertainment was good. All rooms have spectacular ocean views. It was very relaxing and quiet, never had to race for a beach chair, always plenty of space for everything. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Our stay at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion was wonderful! It was spotless, staff were very friendly, dinner was delicious, entertainment was good. All rooms have spectacular ocean views. It was very relaxing and quiet, never had to race for a beach chair, always plenty of space for everything. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
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Vito
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
For a Fairmont 5-star rating it was terrible breakfast was very limited grounds were not too tidy staff was way too slow they ran out of food and drinks at breakfast for the amount of money we paid it was a terrible experience
For a Fairmont 5-star rating it was terrible breakfast was very limited grounds were not too tidy staff was way too slow they ran out of food and drinks at breakfast for the amount of money we paid it was a terrible experience
10
Felipe
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Service - top, room - comfortable and clean, restaurants - breakfast with healthy food and dinner delicious, beautiful beach.
Service - top, room - comfortable and clean, restaurants - breakfast with healthy food and dinner delicious, beautiful beach.
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Este
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 13 nights
This is a four, not five star hotel. The staff are very friendly but the property is becoming run down/ the location is lovely and quiet. All the rooms face the ocean and we enjoyed our balcony. The restaurant needs a more varied menu, but there are lots of restaurants to try. Nothing much in the way of walking but there’s a bit. They need to bring down the price of the room, though, since I was paying Four Seasojs price but without the quality. But as said, staff is very friendly and helpful. The property isn’t as advertised on their website since they show multiple restaurants on site - seems like they are in transition. I stil enjoyed my stay. But I won’t go back until the property is revamped.
This is a four, not five star hotel. The staff are very friendly but the property is becoming run down/ the location is lovely and quiet. All the rooms face the ocean and we enjoyed our balcony. The restaurant needs a more varied menu, but there are lots of restaurants to try. Nothing much in the way of walking but there’s a bit. They need to bring down the price of the room, though, since I was paying Four Seasojs price but without the quality. But as said, staff is very friendly and helpful. The property isn’t as advertised on their website since they show multiple restaurants on site - seems like they are in transition. I stil enjoyed my stay. But I won’t go back until the property is revamped.
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jason
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
Staff - generally excellent Beach service - dreadful Room - very nice and cleaned well Outside area's - needed cleaning Towel service - dreadful Construction work - not made aware before travel Food - one of 2 restaurants closed - not made aware
Staff - generally excellent Beach service - dreadful Room - very nice and cleaned well Outside area's - needed cleaning Towel service - dreadful Construction work - not made aware before travel Food - one of 2 restaurants closed - not made aware
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Rooms
Ocean-facing rooms with balconies are frequently praised for space, comfort, and views. Some guests report dated finishes, noise between rooms, humidity, and maintenance issues like faulty appliances.
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Edgar
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff and service was excllent. The rooms are ok and the private balconies overlooking the ocean are amazing. The bar/restaurant at the beach area has been upgraded. The rest of the place is a bit dated and could use an update. Access to the beach club sail boats is a plus
Staff and service was excllent. The rooms are ok and the private balconies overlooking the ocean are amazing. The bar/restaurant at the beach area has been upgraded. The rest of the place is a bit dated and could use an update. Access to the beach club sail boats is a plus
10
Kathleen
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
What a beautiful location. We had a really nice, large, beachfront room, with nice large bathroom. Room us as advertised and we did lay out on the balcony in the sun as the waves rolled in. The beach is wonderful. Crystal clear warm water that has a nice shallow part, sandy beach that was easy to walk on. I loved that getting a beach chair and umbrella were always easy no matter the time of day. The staff were all so friendly! Tge grounds were so well maintained! We started each day with the nice fresh breakfast, which was included, and were always given a nice table overlooking the water. Picture perfect!
What a beautiful location. We had a really nice, large, beachfront room, with nice large bathroom. Room us as advertised and we did lay out on the balcony in the sun as the waves rolled in. The beach is wonderful. Crystal clear warm water that has a nice shallow part, sandy beach that was easy to walk on. I loved that getting a beach chair and umbrella were always easy no matter the time of day. The staff were all so friendly! Tge grounds were so well maintained! We started each day with the nice fresh breakfast, which was included, and were always given a nice table overlooking the water. Picture perfect!
10
Carole
Jan 23, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was wonderful for us not too large quiet with lovely grounds and beach. The staff were excellent went out of the way to be helpful. The room was spacious and room service very good. We will certainly return soon
The hotel was wonderful for us not too large quiet with lovely grounds and beach. The staff were excellent went out of the way to be helpful. The room was spacious and room service very good. We will certainly return soon
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Daniel J.
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The property is lovely and the staff were all very friendly but the Food service is a disaster. On our first night we ate in the Palm Terrace and were treated to very thin and very peppery "Chowder" with possibly 3 tiny pieces of fish, followed by rubbery and tasteless octopus. The main courses of snapper and lobster trio (that night it was a solo) were equally grossly over-spiced and chewy. You would think better seafood would be available when you can see the water! We had lunch at Taboras and were treated to possibly the worst lobster fritters on the planet. Everything in both restaurants tasted frozen and most likely prepared with a microwave. Even the room service flatbread pizza was terrible, again chewy and clearly straight from the microwave. The staff, while friendly, didn’t seem to know anything about the menu or how the food was prepared. Such a shame to dine in such nice venues with such bad food. As far as the room goes, we had a lovely seaside Beachfront King Suite, but there was paint peeling, malfunctioning phones and the mini-fridge was “not temperature controlled”, whatever that means. It took nearly 2 days to have a replacement fridge delivered. As stated, the property is lovely, but need a facelift, some staff training, and a serious overhaul of the food service.
The property is lovely and the staff were all very friendly but the Food service is a disaster. On our first night we ate in the Palm Terrace and were treated to very thin and very peppery "Chowder" with possibly 3 tiny pieces of fish, followed by rubbery and tasteless octopus. The main courses of snapper and lobster trio (that night it was a solo) were equally grossly over-spiced and chewy. You would think better seafood would be available when you can see the water! We had lunch at Taboras and were treated to possibly the worst lobster fritters on the planet. Everything in both restaurants tasted frozen and most likely prepared with a microwave. Even the room service flatbread pizza was terrible, again chewy and clearly straight from the microwave. The staff, while friendly, didn’t seem to know anything about the menu or how the food was prepared. Such a shame to dine in such nice venues with such bad food. As far as the room goes, we had a lovely seaside Beachfront King Suite, but there was paint peeling, malfunctioning phones and the mini-fridge was “not temperature controlled”, whatever that means. It took nearly 2 days to have a replacement fridge delivered. As stated, the property is lovely, but need a facelift, some staff training, and a serious overhaul of the food service.
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Corey
Aug 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff are very helpful! They rooms are gorgeous! I’ve never been so satisfied with any hotel… absolutely perfect!
Staff are very helpful! They rooms are gorgeous! I’ve never been so satisfied with any hotel… absolutely perfect!
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Richard
Feb 28, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Fantastic service at every turn. Rooms are great, food is excellent, and nighttime music was a plus.
Fantastic service at every turn. Rooms are great, food is excellent, and nighttime music was a plus.
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Neil
Aug 18, 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
Had a pleasurable stay at the hotel but I would describe the rooms as in need of upgrade and tired. We chose a beachfront suite which allowed us to walk straight out onto our deck and the beach so very happy with that. Other plus points were the staff who are very polite and accommodating and the breakfast which was very high quality and good variation of food each day. In terms of negatives, the room was noisy and thin walls between rooms and noisy kids upstairs was not great. The room minibar despite a sign saying it would be replenished daily was actually never replenished. There was poor communication from the hotel about any evening entertainment that was happening and because of this we only ate once at the hotel but we’re glad we did as we had some amazing experiences at local restaurants All in all, a good holiday but this hotel could really do so much better and I don’t think I would choose to return again
Had a pleasurable stay at the hotel but I would describe the rooms as in need of upgrade and tired. We chose a beachfront suite which allowed us to walk straight out onto our deck and the beach so very happy with that. Other plus points were the staff who are very polite and accommodating and the breakfast which was very high quality and good variation of food each day. In terms of negatives, the room was noisy and thin walls between rooms and noisy kids upstairs was not great. The room minibar despite a sign saying it would be replenished daily was actually never replenished. There was poor communication from the hotel about any evening entertainment that was happening and because of this we only ate once at the hotel but we’re glad we did as we had some amazing experiences at local restaurants All in all, a good holiday but this hotel could really do so much better and I don’t think I would choose to return again
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Steven
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel, very nice room overlooking the sea, Great beach with plenty of sun beds, nice extensive breakfast buffet, good number of nearly restaurants and bars.
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel, very nice room overlooking the sea, Great beach with plenty of sun beds, nice extensive breakfast buffet, good number of nearly restaurants and bars.
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Este
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 13 nights
This is a four, not five star hotel. The staff are very friendly but the property is becoming run down/ the location is lovely and quiet. All the rooms face the ocean and we enjoyed our balcony. The restaurant needs a more varied menu, but there are lots of restaurants to try. Nothing much in the way of walking but there’s a bit. They need to bring down the price of the room, though, since I was paying Four Seasojs price but without the quality. But as said, staff is very friendly and helpful. The property isn’t as advertised on their website since they show multiple restaurants on site - seems like they are in transition. I stil enjoyed my stay. But I won’t go back until the property is revamped.
This is a four, not five star hotel. The staff are very friendly but the property is becoming run down/ the location is lovely and quiet. All the rooms face the ocean and we enjoyed our balcony. The restaurant needs a more varied menu, but there are lots of restaurants to try. Nothing much in the way of walking but there’s a bit. They need to bring down the price of the room, though, since I was paying Four Seasojs price but without the quality. But as said, staff is very friendly and helpful. The property isn’t as advertised on their website since they show multiple restaurants on site - seems like they are in transition. I stil enjoyed my stay. But I won’t go back until the property is revamped.
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Richard
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Our room was dripping with water unless we left the a/c on 24/7 and kept the windows shut. It dried out after 3 days and we were told it was normal. Also management took around £800 from my bank account and then paid the money back when we left - they had no authority to do this and I believe it was illegal.
Our room was dripping with water unless we left the a/c on 24/7 and kept the windows shut. It dried out after 3 days and we were told it was normal. Also management took around £800 from my bank account and then paid the money back when we left - they had no authority to do this and I believe it was illegal.
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Service
Many guests describe the staff as warm, professional, and accommodating. Others experienced slow or inconsistent service, particularly around the beach and in resolving requests.
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Troy
Dec 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good food and drink. Very accommodating front office staff. Service good at restaurants. Could use some more staff to take drink orders by the pool. Hotel is great. Very chill atmosphere
Good food and drink. Very accommodating front office staff. Service good at restaurants. Could use some more staff to take drink orders by the pool. Hotel is great. Very chill atmosphere
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James
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very slow service and overpriced for value.
Very slow service and overpriced for value.
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Tim
Jan 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
A lovely hotel the ocean view room was well appointed comfortable and quiet with a lovely large balcony with comfortable seating. Very good restaurants and bar with new furniture. The breakfasts are very good. Access to beach was easy. The ONLY downside they need to get the beach service sorted, it's all a bit haphazard and disorganised and they are missing out on revenue. The food and drinks are reasonably priced. The extensive gardens and ground are very well maintained. Lovely stay and very friendly and helpful staff.
A lovely hotel the ocean view room was well appointed comfortable and quiet with a lovely large balcony with comfortable seating. Very good restaurants and bar with new furniture. The breakfasts are very good. Access to beach was easy. The ONLY downside they need to get the beach service sorted, it's all a bit haphazard and disorganised and they are missing out on revenue. The food and drinks are reasonably priced. The extensive gardens and ground are very well maintained. Lovely stay and very friendly and helpful staff.
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Thais
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
O atendimento é lento . As pessoas não são muito simpáticas . Desde a pessoa que recepciona no café , a pessoa do check in . Falta cordialidade , simpatia . Fizemos o check out , não conseguiram resolver a conta e ficaram de mandar por e-mail , o estorno da garantia . O quarto que ficamos a beira mar é muito bom . O cardápio é bem reduzido e em vários momentos do dia 15h não se consegue mais comer na praia e o restaurante da piscina não tem quase nenhuma opção . Restando o serviço de quarto .
O atendimento é lento . As pessoas não são muito simpáticas . Desde a pessoa que recepciona no café , a pessoa do check in . Falta cordialidade , simpatia . Fizemos o check out , não conseguiram resolver a conta e ficaram de mandar por e-mail , o estorno da garantia . O quarto que ficamos a beira mar é muito bom . O cardápio é bem reduzido e em vários momentos do dia 15h não se consegue mais comer na praia e o restaurante da piscina não tem quase nenhuma opção . Restando o serviço de quarto .
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Michelle
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fairmont Royal Pavilion has great potential with its beautiful setting, but the service fell short of our expectations as this is a high end hotel with a price tag to match. The Fairmont Pavilion has truly stunning views and is a picture perfect setting. However, the overall experience was let down by the level of service, which lacked the warmth and attentiveness Compared to other, even lower-rated hotels we’ve stayed at on the island, where staff consistently went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay, the Fairmont felt impersonal. The service lacked that special touch that makes guests feel truly welcome and cared for. While the setting is undeniably beautiful, the experience didn’t quite meet our expectations, especially given the Fairmont’s reputation.
Fairmont Royal Pavilion has great potential with its beautiful setting, but the service fell short of our expectations as this is a high end hotel with a price tag to match. The Fairmont Pavilion has truly stunning views and is a picture perfect setting. However, the overall experience was let down by the level of service, which lacked the warmth and attentiveness Compared to other, even lower-rated hotels we’ve stayed at on the island, where staff consistently went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay, the Fairmont felt impersonal. The service lacked that special touch that makes guests feel truly welcome and cared for. While the setting is undeniably beautiful, the experience didn’t quite meet our expectations, especially given the Fairmont’s reputation.
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Jodi
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation at Fairmont Royal Pavilion! It is a beautiful property right on the beach, very well maintained and staffed. Everyone we saw and spoke with was extremely respectful, professional, helpful, positive and pleasant. Staff went above and beyond in all areas of guest service!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation at Fairmont Royal Pavilion! It is a beautiful property right on the beach, very well maintained and staffed. Everyone we saw and spoke with was extremely respectful, professional, helpful, positive and pleasant. Staff went above and beyond in all areas of guest service!!
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Ahmed
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great staff! Friendly and very hospitable.
Great staff! Friendly and very hospitable.
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Michelle
Jan 29, 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
The service staff was amazing !!!!!
The service staff was amazing !!!!!
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Pedro
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It is a solid hotel in an excellent location (one of the best beaches in Barbados). Overall friendly staff. It is expensive and some improvements needed given the price charged: 1 - Buttler service (waited 1 day to be introduced to him and was very difficult to reach him during my stay. When reached he was very efficient) 2- Restaurants (hotel really needs a new F&B Manager. Theses could be some of the best restaurants in Barbados given location but they lack ambiance (proper decoration, decent playlist, mood light) and need a new chef (food is totally unmemorable) - that's why they are always empty even when hotel is full. 3 - Music Selection ...We were there in Xmas season (I know it's hard to escape to xmas playlists...) but I wonder what insights management have on their guests...I really don't think people travel from USA and Europe to the land of Calypso to listen to Kenny G, Mariah Carrey and Celine Dion...music selection totally kills the Caribbean vibe in this place 4 - Beach service extremely slow (it's a wide beach and there is not enough staff in high season so be prepared to wait 30min to get noticed and another 30min to get served). I would return to Barbados without hesitation (amazing island) but would probably chose another place to stay.
It is a solid hotel in an excellent location (one of the best beaches in Barbados). Overall friendly staff. It is expensive and some improvements needed given the price charged: 1 - Buttler service (waited 1 day to be introduced to him and was very difficult to reach him during my stay. When reached he was very efficient) 2- Restaurants (hotel really needs a new F&B Manager. Theses could be some of the best restaurants in Barbados given location but they lack ambiance (proper decoration, decent playlist, mood light) and need a new chef (food is totally unmemorable) - that's why they are always empty even when hotel is full. 3 - Music Selection ...We were there in Xmas season (I know it's hard to escape to xmas playlists...) but I wonder what insights management have on their guests...I really don't think people travel from USA and Europe to the land of Calypso to listen to Kenny G, Mariah Carrey and Celine Dion...music selection totally kills the Caribbean vibe in this place 4 - Beach service extremely slow (it's a wide beach and there is not enough staff in high season so be prepared to wait 30min to get noticed and another 30min to get served). I would return to Barbados without hesitation (amazing island) but would probably chose another place to stay.
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jason
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
Staff - generally excellent Beach service - dreadful Room - very nice and cleaned well Outside area's - needed cleaning Towel service - dreadful Construction work - not made aware before travel Food - one of 2 restaurants closed - not made aware
Staff - generally excellent Beach service - dreadful Room - very nice and cleaned well Outside area's - needed cleaning Towel service - dreadful Construction work - not made aware before travel Food - one of 2 restaurants closed - not made aware
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Location
Quiet, right on a beautiful beach, and within walking distance of some bars and restaurants. Not heavily walkable overall, but convenient for a relaxed beachfront stay.
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Diane
Sep 19, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
This is an amazing resort just a few steps from the beach. The beach and color of water is beautiful and clean. The entire staff was amazing and top notch from the time we arrived and were greeted for check-in until the time we left and they for gracious to provide late check out as our flight was not until 5:30 pm. They could not not be more helpful or pleasant. I had a fabulous birthday getaway and am so glad I chose this resort (and I was considering many other places)!! Best resort in Barbados to stay! Also, highly recommend dining at the Cliff (amazing views) and the lunch catamaran cruise. Thank you to the the service members including, Sueshella, Shelly Alleyne, Michael Sealy, Drerrick, and Ashlee (who I took pics of but am having a hard time uploading) for making our trip truly remarkable.
This is an amazing resort just a few steps from the beach. The beach and color of water is beautiful and clean. The entire staff was amazing and top notch from the time we arrived and were greeted for check-in until the time we left and they for gracious to provide late check out as our flight was not until 5:30 pm. They could not not be more helpful or pleasant. I had a fabulous birthday getaway and am so glad I chose this resort (and I was considering many other places)!! Best resort in Barbados to stay! Also, highly recommend dining at the Cliff (amazing views) and the lunch catamaran cruise. Thank you to the the service members including, Sueshella, Shelly Alleyne, Michael Sealy, Drerrick, and Ashlee (who I took pics of but am having a hard time uploading) for making our trip truly remarkable.
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Kathleen
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
What a beautiful location. We had a really nice, large, beachfront room, with nice large bathroom. Room us as advertised and we did lay out on the balcony in the sun as the waves rolled in. The beach is wonderful. Crystal clear warm water that has a nice shallow part, sandy beach that was easy to walk on. I loved that getting a beach chair and umbrella were always easy no matter the time of day. The staff were all so friendly! Tge grounds were so well maintained! We started each day with the nice fresh breakfast, which was included, and were always given a nice table overlooking the water. Picture perfect!
What a beautiful location. We had a really nice, large, beachfront room, with nice large bathroom. Room us as advertised and we did lay out on the balcony in the sun as the waves rolled in. The beach is wonderful. Crystal clear warm water that has a nice shallow part, sandy beach that was easy to walk on. I loved that getting a beach chair and umbrella were always easy no matter the time of day. The staff were all so friendly! Tge grounds were so well maintained! We started each day with the nice fresh breakfast, which was included, and were always given a nice table overlooking the water. Picture perfect!
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James
Mar 16, 2025
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Lovely beach and hotel
Lovely beach and hotel
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Peter
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 10 nights
Courteous and friendly staff ,very clean rooms, beautiful beach,
Courteous and friendly staff ,very clean rooms, beautiful beach,
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Robin Leigh
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
Overall a good experience..great service with dining and beach service and walkable to some beach bars/restaurants. Beautiful beach but damaged by last hurricane and needs some maintenance to resort on the outside by the beach.
Overall a good experience..great service with dining and beach service and walkable to some beach bars/restaurants. Beautiful beach but damaged by last hurricane and needs some maintenance to resort on the outside by the beach.
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Brian
Jan 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The people are wonderful… room was solid, perfect location for a relaxing time on a beach in Barbados. Great food options with very limited effort, many walking within and close to the property. Bit pricy for the total package, but enjoyed a nice stay.
The people are wonderful… room was solid, perfect location for a relaxing time on a beach in Barbados. Great food options with very limited effort, many walking within and close to the property. Bit pricy for the total package, but enjoyed a nice stay.
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Steven
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel, very nice room overlooking the sea, Great beach with plenty of sun beds, nice extensive breakfast buffet, good number of nearly restaurants and bars.
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel, very nice room overlooking the sea, Great beach with plenty of sun beds, nice extensive breakfast buffet, good number of nearly restaurants and bars.
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Vere
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Nothing unique other than its close proximity to the sea.
Nothing unique other than its close proximity to the sea.
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Este
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 13 nights
This is a four, not five star hotel. The staff are very friendly but the property is becoming run down/ the location is lovely and quiet. All the rooms face the ocean and we enjoyed our balcony. The restaurant needs a more varied menu, but there are lots of restaurants to try. Nothing much in the way of walking but there’s a bit. They need to bring down the price of the room, though, since I was paying Four Seasojs price but without the quality. But as said, staff is very friendly and helpful. The property isn’t as advertised on their website since they show multiple restaurants on site - seems like they are in transition. I stil enjoyed my stay. But I won’t go back until the property is revamped.
This is a four, not five star hotel. The staff are very friendly but the property is becoming run down/ the location is lovely and quiet. All the rooms face the ocean and we enjoyed our balcony. The restaurant needs a more varied menu, but there are lots of restaurants to try. Nothing much in the way of walking but there’s a bit. They need to bring down the price of the room, though, since I was paying Four Seasojs price but without the quality. But as said, staff is very friendly and helpful. The property isn’t as advertised on their website since they show multiple restaurants on site - seems like they are in transition. I stil enjoyed my stay. But I won’t go back until the property is revamped.
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Myrtle
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 14 nights
Great location, excellent service and fantastic facilities. The staff can’t do enough for you. The Fairmont is indeed the jewel of Barbados.
Great location, excellent service and fantastic facilities. The staff can’t do enough for you. The Fairmont is indeed the jewel of Barbados.
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Dining
Dining feedback is mixed: breakfasts and some meals are praised, yet several guests cite limited menus, restaurant closures without notice, uneven quality, and high prices.
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Uktam
Dec 18, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Property has only 2 very good things , very friendly and helpful staff and beautiful seaside , restaurants food quality very poor , no spa at territory , I don’t know how this hotel got so high marks, this hotel 3 plus star real level
Property has only 2 very good things , very friendly and helpful staff and beautiful seaside , restaurants food quality very poor , no spa at territory , I don’t know how this hotel got so high marks, this hotel 3 plus star real level
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Michael
Jun 11, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This is the place to stay if you want a real feel for the warmth & charm of Barbados & its people instead of a cold impersonal hotel. The staff make you feel like part of their family and give wonderful support in every need of your visit ex. tours. Breakfast was very good. A lot of varieties: hot cold food, pastries fruits coffee tea, so tasteful. Restaurants are great. Want to say a special thank you to all receptionists who helped us so much! Also, the best review to the hotel taxi driver Roger Thompson who showed his professionalism and knowledge of the history of Barbados, will recommend to hire him for the island tour and any other activities. We will recommend the hotel to everyone and will return for sure! Thank you so much for an unforgettable trip and stay.
This is the place to stay if you want a real feel for the warmth & charm of Barbados & its people instead of a cold impersonal hotel. The staff make you feel like part of their family and give wonderful support in every need of your visit ex. tours. Breakfast was very good. A lot of varieties: hot cold food, pastries fruits coffee tea, so tasteful. Restaurants are great. Want to say a special thank you to all receptionists who helped us so much! Also, the best review to the hotel taxi driver Roger Thompson who showed his professionalism and knowledge of the history of Barbados, will recommend to hire him for the island tour and any other activities. We will recommend the hotel to everyone and will return for sure! Thank you so much for an unforgettable trip and stay.
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Daniel J.
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The property is lovely and the staff were all very friendly but the Food service is a disaster. On our first night we ate in the Palm Terrace and were treated to very thin and very peppery "Chowder" with possibly 3 tiny pieces of fish, followed by rubbery and tasteless octopus. The main courses of snapper and lobster trio (that night it was a solo) were equally grossly over-spiced and chewy. You would think better seafood would be available when you can see the water! We had lunch at Taboras and were treated to possibly the worst lobster fritters on the planet. Everything in both restaurants tasted frozen and most likely prepared with a microwave. Even the room service flatbread pizza was terrible, again chewy and clearly straight from the microwave. The staff, while friendly, didn’t seem to know anything about the menu or how the food was prepared. Such a shame to dine in such nice venues with such bad food. As far as the room goes, we had a lovely seaside Beachfront King Suite, but there was paint peeling, malfunctioning phones and the mini-fridge was “not temperature controlled”, whatever that means. It took nearly 2 days to have a replacement fridge delivered. As stated, the property is lovely, but need a facelift, some staff training, and a serious overhaul of the food service.
The property is lovely and the staff were all very friendly but the Food service is a disaster. On our first night we ate in the Palm Terrace and were treated to very thin and very peppery "Chowder" with possibly 3 tiny pieces of fish, followed by rubbery and tasteless octopus. The main courses of snapper and lobster trio (that night it was a solo) were equally grossly over-spiced and chewy. You would think better seafood would be available when you can see the water! We had lunch at Taboras and were treated to possibly the worst lobster fritters on the planet. Everything in both restaurants tasted frozen and most likely prepared with a microwave. Even the room service flatbread pizza was terrible, again chewy and clearly straight from the microwave. The staff, while friendly, didn’t seem to know anything about the menu or how the food was prepared. Such a shame to dine in such nice venues with such bad food. As far as the room goes, we had a lovely seaside Beachfront King Suite, but there was paint peeling, malfunctioning phones and the mini-fridge was “not temperature controlled”, whatever that means. It took nearly 2 days to have a replacement fridge delivered. As stated, the property is lovely, but need a facelift, some staff training, and a serious overhaul of the food service.
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Thais
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
O atendimento é lento . As pessoas não são muito simpáticas . Desde a pessoa que recepciona no café , a pessoa do check in . Falta cordialidade , simpatia . Fizemos o check out , não conseguiram resolver a conta e ficaram de mandar por e-mail , o estorno da garantia . O quarto que ficamos a beira mar é muito bom . O cardápio é bem reduzido e em vários momentos do dia 15h não se consegue mais comer na praia e o restaurante da piscina não tem quase nenhuma opção . Restando o serviço de quarto .
O atendimento é lento . As pessoas não são muito simpáticas . Desde a pessoa que recepciona no café , a pessoa do check in . Falta cordialidade , simpatia . Fizemos o check out , não conseguiram resolver a conta e ficaram de mandar por e-mail , o estorno da garantia . O quarto que ficamos a beira mar é muito bom . O cardápio é bem reduzido e em vários momentos do dia 15h não se consegue mais comer na praia e o restaurante da piscina não tem quase nenhuma opção . Restando o serviço de quarto .
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Richard
Feb 28, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Fantastic service at every turn. Rooms are great, food is excellent, and nighttime music was a plus.
Fantastic service at every turn. Rooms are great, food is excellent, and nighttime music was a plus.
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Dr Radha
Aug 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Our stay at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion was amazing, we’ve traveled all over the world and never been treated like family like this staff did! We will definitely return. Only downside for me is that we visited after Hurricane Beryl and literal 6ft of beach was missing, so lots of rocks and not what I expected. They should state this before. Also wish the palm terrace was open for dinner as well but they said August is slow season and that’s why they weren’t open. Also should have stated this before. Otherwise no complaints here, lovely food options and so tasty! Lovely breakfast buffet as well! I must shout out the customer service manager- Jason who was extremely pleasant & treated my husband and I for our anniversary. Also the restaurant/ bar manager Hakeem- so pleasant and refreshing! Lastly our baby was sick on this trip and somehow every staff member knew that she was and asked for her everytime my husband left the room. So attentive and considerate! Absolutely adore. Keep up the great work guys, it does not go unnoticed
Our stay at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion was amazing, we’ve traveled all over the world and never been treated like family like this staff did! We will definitely return. Only downside for me is that we visited after Hurricane Beryl and literal 6ft of beach was missing, so lots of rocks and not what I expected. They should state this before. Also wish the palm terrace was open for dinner as well but they said August is slow season and that’s why they weren’t open. Also should have stated this before. Otherwise no complaints here, lovely food options and so tasty! Lovely breakfast buffet as well! I must shout out the customer service manager- Jason who was extremely pleasant & treated my husband and I for our anniversary. Also the restaurant/ bar manager Hakeem- so pleasant and refreshing! Lastly our baby was sick on this trip and somehow every staff member knew that she was and asked for her everytime my husband left the room. So attentive and considerate! Absolutely adore. Keep up the great work guys, it does not go unnoticed
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Vito
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
For a Fairmont 5-star rating it was terrible breakfast was very limited grounds were not too tidy staff was way too slow they ran out of food and drinks at breakfast for the amount of money we paid it was a terrible experience
For a Fairmont 5-star rating it was terrible breakfast was very limited grounds were not too tidy staff was way too slow they ran out of food and drinks at breakfast for the amount of money we paid it was a terrible experience
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Felipe
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Service - top, room - comfortable and clean, restaurants - breakfast with healthy food and dinner delicious, beautiful beach.
Service - top, room - comfortable and clean, restaurants - breakfast with healthy food and dinner delicious, beautiful beach.
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Pedro
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It is a solid hotel in an excellent location (one of the best beaches in Barbados). Overall friendly staff. It is expensive and some improvements needed given the price charged: 1 - Buttler service (waited 1 day to be introduced to him and was very difficult to reach him during my stay. When reached he was very efficient) 2- Restaurants (hotel really needs a new F&B Manager. Theses could be some of the best restaurants in Barbados given location but they lack ambiance (proper decoration, decent playlist, mood light) and need a new chef (food is totally unmemorable) - that's why they are always empty even when hotel is full. 3 - Music Selection ...We were there in Xmas season (I know it's hard to escape to xmas playlists...) but I wonder what insights management have on their guests...I really don't think people travel from USA and Europe to the land of Calypso to listen to Kenny G, Mariah Carrey and Celine Dion...music selection totally kills the Caribbean vibe in this place 4 - Beach service extremely slow (it's a wide beach and there is not enough staff in high season so be prepared to wait 30min to get noticed and another 30min to get served). I would return to Barbados without hesitation (amazing island) but would probably chose another place to stay.
It is a solid hotel in an excellent location (one of the best beaches in Barbados). Overall friendly staff. It is expensive and some improvements needed given the price charged: 1 - Buttler service (waited 1 day to be introduced to him and was very difficult to reach him during my stay. When reached he was very efficient) 2- Restaurants (hotel really needs a new F&B Manager. Theses could be some of the best restaurants in Barbados given location but they lack ambiance (proper decoration, decent playlist, mood light) and need a new chef (food is totally unmemorable) - that's why they are always empty even when hotel is full. 3 - Music Selection ...We were there in Xmas season (I know it's hard to escape to xmas playlists...) but I wonder what insights management have on their guests...I really don't think people travel from USA and Europe to the land of Calypso to listen to Kenny G, Mariah Carrey and Celine Dion...music selection totally kills the Caribbean vibe in this place 4 - Beach service extremely slow (it's a wide beach and there is not enough staff in high season so be prepared to wait 30min to get noticed and another 30min to get served). I would return to Barbados without hesitation (amazing island) but would probably chose another place to stay.
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Anthony
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Shame nobody told us in advance the main restaurant would be closed restricting meal choices, staff wonderful
Shame nobody told us in advance the main restaurant would be closed restricting meal choices, staff wonderful
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Heather
Jun 30, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Wonderful special place to relax - staff are accommodating and friendly. Weather and beach are lovely.
Wonderful special place to relax - staff are accommodating and friendly. Weather and beach are lovely.
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Vanessa
Jun 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful beach for swimming and snorkelling. Loved going out on the catamaran with Ryan from the watersports. Room very comfortable and the sea view was breathtaking. Reception staff were very warm and efficient at check in and check out.
Beautiful beach for swimming and snorkelling. Loved going out on the catamaran with Ryan from the watersports. Room very comfortable and the sea view was breathtaking. Reception staff were very warm and efficient at check in and check out.
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GEORGE
Apr 24, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Worst gym I've seen
Worst gym I've seen
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Kulveer
Apr 1, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Our room was always clean daily and rveningturn down service, AC had funny smell, our fan had rattle which was fixed same day,
Our room was always clean daily and rveningturn down service, AC had funny smell, our fan had rattle which was fixed same day,
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gabrielle
Mar 15, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
awesome!!
awesome!!
FAQs about Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free valet parking is available onsite.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee, subject to availability.
Is there an airport shuttle service available?
Yes, airport shuttle services are available, but specific pricing and arrangements should be confirmed directly with the property.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility should be confirmed with the property.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Holetown, within a 10-minute drive of Mullins Beach and Paradise Beach. It is 2.5 miles from Paynes Bay Beach and 6.1 miles from Brighton Beach.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, operational seasonally.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not provide extra beds or cribs, and specific arrangements should be confirmed directly with the property.
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- 2026-09-24: 545.1296976174011USD
- 2026-09-25: 548.2917809443969USD
- 2026-09-26: 545.1296976174011USD
- 2026-09-27: 512.8000189639282USD
- 2026-09-28: 514.7068295901183USD
- 2026-09-29: 514.7068295901183USD
- 2026-09-30: 462.7219952403259USD
- 2026-10-01: 530.0529783717345USD
- 2026-10-02: 681.4993064486083USD
- 2026-10-03: 630.009470548584USD
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- 2026-10-06: 582.3128040378112USD
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- 2026-10-08: 621.4512986594848USD
- 2026-10-09: 707.3994614320068USD
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- 2026-10-11: 669.0983667620849USD
- 2026-10-12: 643.507911420349USD
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- 2026-10-19: 727.6022412844238USD
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- 2026-10-22: 669.0983667620849USD
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- 2026-10-25: 693.4020795826416USD
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- 2026-10-27: 693.4020795826416USD
- 2026-10-28: 624.3675724163818USD
- 2026-10-29: 712.7551742849731USD
- 2026-10-30: 683.081456948059USD
- 2026-10-31: 744.6969715618286USD
- 2026-11-01: 798.6744017192992USD
- 2026-11-02: 702.5027010600585USD
- 2026-11-03: 872.9284637237548USD
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- 2026-11-09: 841.8521217083129USD
- 2026-11-10: 799.608710413208USD
- 2026-11-11: 793.87641575USD
- 2026-11-12: 872.9284637237548USD
- 2026-11-13: 872.9284637237548USD
- 2026-11-14: 872.9284637237548USD
- 2026-11-15: 872.9284637237548USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Valet Parking
Services
Tour Desk
Dry Cleaning
Babysitting / Child Services
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Currency Exchange
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
General
Room Service
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Massage
Barber/Beauty Shop
Packed Lunches
Breakfast in the Room
Beach Sun Loungers
Activities
Swimming pool
Tennis Courts
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Scuba Diving
Cycling
Fishing
Canoeing
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
Parking
Parking
Airport shuttle
Valet Parking
Free Parking
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free Wi-Fi