The Soco Hotel All-Inclusive

A very small hotel just one bar,one restaurant.No amenities.Just a very small pool.Its a beach front but beach is not useable.Big rocks & tons of seaweeds. The room is nice,clean & beautiful view.Food is really good.Staff are friendly.WiFi is weak,TV not working.If you want to stay in this hotel & want to use the beach be prepared to spend atleast $30-$40 per day extra. $7 for transportation which you need to figure that out on your own.$20 chair & umbrella rental & plus your lunch.

Had an amazing time. The staff couldn’t do enough for you. You really get to know everyone staying there cause it’s small. Only complaint is there are not enough lounge chairs by the beach and pool.

Property location is good except for proximity to the busy roadway that could be bothersome in the early morning hours. All the rooms have great ocean views, but all but two are on upper floors, and not handicap accessible. The beach area was nice, but rather small as was the swiming pool. Because of our age, and weak Knee issues the staff was able to move us from a 3rd floor unit down to a 2nd floor unit that was much appreciated. All in all, we did enjoy our stay.

Small quaint lovely place. Not much of a beach but close to one. This is not a true all inclusive, it’s more of a meals included with specific dining times and reservation needed for dinner.

Perfect size, amazing staff. Food was delicious. Photo of ocean/beach on website is totally misleading. The picture being used is not in front of the hotel. This is my only complaint.

This was not a 4 star hotel. The property is dated and they only have 1 dining option, no spa, and no gym. Some of the dining staff were nice and hospitable but some were rude and acted like they didnt want to work. Service is slow and the staff were limited. Meals do not start on time but the manager's were accommodating and did their best to help. The menu options are also limited. The pool is very dated and cloudy so we didnt use it but its located right on a great beach location on a secluded beach so the ocean redeemed the pool. Its a great location on the board walk and housekeeping was very friendly. The location of the hotel is in a very dangerous street traffic location so be aware of traffic to be safe. There was a bad accident with fatalities while we were there that caused a power outage for most of the day. There is no generator fyi. Overall I give it 2.5 stars.

There are no elevators at this hotel so be prepared to carry your luggage up to whatever floor your room is on. There is only one restaurant and there is scheduled times for breakfast, lunch and you have to make reservations for dinner. The beach is very small but there are bigger public beaches about a mile down the road. The boardwalk is not lit up at night so I wouldn’t risk trying to walk down it. The staff was very nice. The alcohol is included and the boardwalk sunset is a must on the menu. The buses you have to take to go anywhere drive EXTREMELY fast so make sure you’re holding on to something when you get in. You will hear them blowing the horns at all hours day and night. Their horns do not sound like our horns in the US and at first we thought there were elephants somewhere around. Overall we did have a good time and the hotel was nice as well as the staff. I would have preferred for there to be more than one restaurant tho. The food was good - just limited on times of when you can eat.

No elevator. Only steps to get up and down to rooms, etc. Steps to beach are very steep and not safe. Not much of a resort beach area and no umbrellas. Public beach tied in to it.

Our stay was nice, the staff checking us in was very nice and welcoming and happy we were there. The dining staff not so much lol but it seems to be the culture in Barbados that servers are just not very enthusiastic/friendly but the dinners were fantastic!!! The rooms were nice but the shower pressure was pretty bad and we were woken up by the sounds of traffic unless we kept the bathroom door shut (came from the window over the shower) The little pool was WONDERFUL as the temp was always perfect and not too cold and never over crowded. The bartenders were all super friendly and great Perfect location if you want to try some local restaurants (which we did for all lunches) lots in walking distance.

We were very disappointed on the hotel pictures in website were totally different there is hardly any place for beach area. Room needs badly remodeling. The only friendly staff was at bar Michelle rest of staff made us feel like we were doing them a favor to come there. The amount we paid for was not worth it. Before anyone books consider all of this.

This property was a complete disaster. The bedrooms smell like mold &

This gorgeous beachfront all inclusive boutique hotel is one of our best Barbados finds! We keep going back because it is perfect in every way…the whole staff are outstanding, especially Michelle and Shane! The food and drinks are delicious and the rooms are spacious and clean with a view like no other!!! The beach is stunning! The was our 6th time and we will be back!!! Thank you Soco!

The Soco Hotel was a small intimate hotel with a great location! We enjoyed the boardwalk that was directly located behind the hotel along the water. It was very safe, walking distance to restaurants, malls and other beaches. The staff, service and food were exceptional! The online photos were deceiving as the rooms and washrooms were smaller than expected. We found the cleanliness was not to hotel standards. Overall, experience was great!

Overall property was not very clean. Saw roaches in the stairwell. Rooms are just feet’s away from a very loud bus stop. Our party had 3 rooms during our stay and all had their own issues such a loud leaking faucets/shower, dripping water from the in room AC and TV not working. Parking was limited but we were always lucky to find a spot. There is no elevator so be prepared to take the stairs. While then pool is very small, it was well maintained and usually not crowded. The redeeming quality was that most of the staff were kind and courteous but there were 1 or 2 who were either rude or unhelpful. Bartenders were friendly and made great cocktails. Noise aside, the beds and pillows were comfortable. Food options were limited but tased good, lots of watching options within walking distance. Overall I would rate this property 2/5.

The property while small is clean and staff is helpful polite and engaging. Short stay but was treated exceptionally. Dinner a la carte was awesome so was afternoon tea.

Restroom toilet smelled horrible. Like they never deep clean it. Rats by the bushes by pool. Heater did not work many times in the shower. The food was the same almost every day. Big cockroach in the restroom ! Some staff were so rude the host lady at dining room was so rude and no smile at all. Most of the severs were polite. I would NOT NOT AND NOT recommend this place.

The stay was great but there were little things that could’ve been touched up like there were numerous spots of mold on the balcony doors and rust inside the bathroom and shower.

This was absolutely a terrible trip my first time being out of the country. I thought this would have been fun, exciting and a newfound experience I would enjoy, however not only was a description given by Expedia wrong. I got very sick due to the poor cleaning conditions of the property and also them having animals on the property that was not described. this caused me a huge inconvenience and made me sick as I am allergic to cats. I will go into detail via email to further discuss this issue and how we can reconcile this.

We've just had a nice 10 night break at the Soco Barbados, and enjoyed our stay - the positives are the 'a al carte dining' as part of the AI package. The staff are very friendly and welcoming too, and I must give extra praise to the chefs for the excellent fayre. A big shout out also to Zac & Chris who keep the rum glasses flowing. And finally, a shout out to Michelle for her legendary fun rum tasting event - I cannot think of a better way to start a Wednesday morning @ 10:30! Overall, a good stay, slightly spoilt by the sargassum (seaweed) which is completely out of the Hotel's control. The Hotel and rooms are kept clean and tidy however, the rooms could do with a slight freshening up.

Its a quaint and quiet property. Its the staff thst truly makes this establishment wonderful....shout-out to Shaniqua at the front desk who assisted us in GREAT fashion with an unexpected injury.....Shane & Zac (world's best bartenders) and Ms Trudy who made sure our room was very clean and comfortable!

The hotel is cute, but if you have mobility issues it is very important to note that there is no elavator, the beach is not swimmable and has seaweed. The staff are amazing and the rooms are spacious and the AC is perfect!

The staff at this hotel were absolutely great. Ashley and Michelle were terrific. They were very warm, welcoming, and helpful. You could not get a better location for this hotel---right on the new boardwalk steps from the ocean. You can hear the ocean from your room. The area has a lot of shops and restaurants. The bartenders were a lot of fun, made great drinks, and did not skimp on the alcohol. The food was very good.There was a safe protected area to swim in the ocean. Most of guests were Brits or Canadians - many who had stayed at the hotel several times. Downsides - our bathroom in our room was dated, not very elegant, and needed updating. Otherwise our room was fine. The wifi service was spotty, not very strong, and not working very well for a few days during our stay. That should be a priority item for the hotel to address as soon as possible as people cannot be offline these days. The hotel's wifi system should be updated, strengthened, and made more powerful. If the hotel would address the bathroom and wifi issue, you could not find a better place to stay.

Excellent room condition and amazing balcony view

I loved the staff here!!! They were very nice and helpful throughout my entire stay. The only thing I would say is the rooms are right by the road so you’ll start hearing the honking at least by 6:30am, and I think the hotel could use another update. Other than that all the rooms have a beautiful view of the ocean during your stay!

Overpriced accommodations. Defintely not worth the price tag. Excellent personnel, but the property's pictures don't match reality (motel reality with hotel prices). Only three TV channels worked, the others didn't work. Rooms are small, outdated, isn't properly furnished (outlets are weirdly placed, bathroom shower only had space for soap and nothing else) and the water was luke warm - we did the "toilet flush" hack to warm the water up. I requested body towels after housekeeping closed (around 10PM) and was told by the front desk that they don't have the key to the room even though it's in their welcome letter to reach out to them after hours. Food offerings are basic and limited, they ran out of items 2 hours into their breakfast and lunch timeframes. They also give you kid sized glasses for drinks. We spent most of our stay eating at outside restaurants. Best part was the accessibility to the boardwalk and walkability to other restaurants. We would've suffered if it wasn't for that.

Staff were amazingly friendly. Location is great with easy access to beach, surf shop, restaurants and bars. Very clean room and grounds. A/C worked perfectly. Only drawback was a lack of hot water in the shower. Staff tried to repair the water water and it improved slightly. Not a deal breaker:)

Property location is good except for proximity to the busy roadway that could be bothersome in the early morning hours. All the rooms have great ocean views, but all but two are on upper floors, and not handicap accessible. The beach area was nice, but rather small as was the swiming pool. Because of our age, and weak Knee issues the staff was able to move us from a 3rd floor unit down to a 2nd floor unit that was much appreciated. All in all, we did enjoy our stay.

First time in a smaller hotel. Was good. Pretty noisy being right on main rd. Food was good. Very clean

Pool temperature was great, view from the room was great

So the only issue I had at this hotel was that the water to shower with was warm . Luke warm water . It was a hit or miss . I love my hot showers and I couldn’t wait to get home to take a hot shower . The water pressure was another issue . Overall the hotel was clean and the vibes were great . The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Excellent customer service from the moment you arrive on property. Delicious food included with the stay. 10/10 would stay again.

We loved our stay and will be back! The staff was wonderful!

The service and the food were both great. The kitchen is clearly understaffed and food took forever to get to us. It’s an older hotel and really needs some tlc. Water pressure in our room on the third floor was nonexistent and the shower head dripped constantly. The outside bar next to the pool was constantly good. Bar staff were all very attentive and service was fast. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here in spite of all the fairly minor issues.

The location is right on a beautiful stretch of beach/boardwalk. I loved waking up each morning to the sound of the ocean and stepping out on the balcony with a breathtaking view. The staff made the experience unforgettable. Everyone from Lila at the front desk to the restaurant team, Clive, Samantha, Angel and Shaquila, was genuinely kind, attentive, and always had a smile. They went out of their way to make me feel welcome and cared for throughout my stay. Trudi in housekeeping was also amazing! The food was always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented and the vibe at The Soco is intimate and relaxed, perfect for couples. It never felt crowded or overwhelming, and I loved the peaceful atmosphere. If you're looking for a boutique hotel in Barbados that delivers comfort, charm, and an unforgettable Caribbean experience, The Soco Hotel is a gem. I can’t wait to return!

We only stayed at this property for one night so perhaps it gets better if you are staying longer and become more familiar to the staff. However that being said, if I stay for one night or 14 I do expect a certain level of, if not friendliness, at least professionalism! We did arrive early and although we couldn’t book into the room, which was fine, we were allowed to use the pool area. I asked if we could leave our luggage somewhere and had to leave it in the lobby which I didn’t feel was as secure as I would have liked. We got the welcome email and read that you have to book for the evening meal. Therefore my husband went to the restaurant area to do so. The woman who was there was quite rude and told my husband as he didn’t have a room number he couldn’t book. This was eventually sorted out but only after my husband and the woman went to reception so she could confirm we were checked in. We eventually waited until 3.30pm to get into our room and could only eat or drink if we paid for it. Which is fair enough. The room was fine but on opening one of the drawers I found a long black curly hair, definitely not mine! There are insufficient sunbeds around the pool (all Of which get taken very early in the morning and on the beach there are a few but you have to drag them along yourself. The beach is not very nice sand stony, small pieces of shell. To enter sea

Perfect to relax and rejuvenate especially if you are non-stop in your daily life. The staff is professional, courteous, and fun. The restaurant staff pay attention to what you like and try to proactively accommodate. The cooks are amazing. I'm Barbadian born and it was great to have a taste like I was sitting at my grandmother's table. Entertainment, shopping, and dining are easily accessible along the coastal strip. I've been recommending to family and friends, and will be back on the next vacation. Thank you Soco team.

Check in was quick, and informative, staff very friendly and pleasant,, and concerns were addressed promptly.

Excellent all inclusive. Very friendly and helpful staff. Small hotel so got to know staff well and they referred to guests by name. Excellent food. A la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fully inclusive drinks with branded spirits. Small suggestions: White, rose and red wine good but would be nice to have choice of more than one type of white wine. Also perhaps offer Prosecco (or equivalent) although it is available to purchase. Overall brilliant holiday. We will be back.

I just spent 6 fantastic days at the SoCo Hotel. From the time that I arrived for check in to the time that I checked out I had the best service you could possibly get. All staff members are friendly and helpful. I wasn’t good at getting everyone’s name but Shaniqua, Shane, Mr Allen and last but not least Michelle were my go-to’s for anything I needed at the bar or at the front desk. Michelle went out of her way to accommodate me on several occasions and made sure I had an introduction to the owner of the hotel during a nice reception event. The location is very central for getting around on either the west or south coast. I’ve stayed in several hotels on the island, but this tiny boutique hotel is right up there for me. I will definitely book with them in the future.

Expedia advertises beachfront and ocean views from the restaurant. This is not accurate in our view. Food was very good. Service also very good except some younger servers who were full of attitude. If you don't like your job then quit. Bartenders did a great job. Hotel should be offering Prosecco as a base drink. And a slightly better wine. The resort is not cheap and these misses are not aligned with your price point. Stock the rooms with water and soda water. Expedia advertises room service but it's never spoken about. And it seemed like we had to wrestle water away from the bar. Barbados is hot and people need regular water in their rooms. Rearrange the pool seating to allow more loungers. Maybe consider changing the setup from day to evening if needed. Kimberly is a lovely manager. Please take this information to help Soco do even better. We had a lovely time and will be back. Maybe even to Soco

The staff at this hotel were absolutely great. Ashley and Michelle were terrific. They were very warm, welcoming, and helpful. You could not get a better location for this hotel---right on the new boardwalk steps from the ocean. You can hear the ocean from your room. The area has a lot of shops and restaurants. The bartenders were a lot of fun, made great drinks, and did not skimp on the alcohol. The food was very good.There was a safe protected area to swim in the ocean. Most of guests were Brits or Canadians - many who had stayed at the hotel several times. Downsides - our bathroom in our room was dated, not very elegant, and needed updating. Otherwise our room was fine. The wifi service was spotty, not very strong, and not working very well for a few days during our stay. That should be a priority item for the hotel to address as soon as possible as people cannot be offline these days. The hotel's wifi system should be updated, strengthened, and made more powerful. If the hotel would address the bathroom and wifi issue, you could not find a better place to stay.

Wow!! We had an amazing week at The Soco. The hospitality, the staff, the food was amazing. Each room had a sea view and is equipped for all you need on an AI stay. The location was ideal for us, the hotel is at the of the boardwalk so you could chose to either drink and eat at the hotel or visit one of the bars and restaurants along the front. Which means you can have a quiet or louder night depending on your mood. The food at the hotel was excellent so we had no issues eating most meals at the hotel. The service was top level and the staff (and general manger) went above and beyond to make our stay the best experience. Some people have mentioned the road noise in the reviews- yes you can hear the road as the hotel is on the main coast road, but this never bothered us and we slept so well! The hotel is boutique with only 24rooms (approx) so the staff get to know you and your preferences and the bartenders knew what drinks to make without us asking LOL In summary - my husband and I have a policy to never stay in the same place or hotel twice as we think the world is too small to repeat a visit - but we would stay at The Soco in Barbados again and already thinking about another visit never year- for us that is top marks!!

Good location for everything.

The location is right on a beautiful stretch of beach/boardwalk. I loved waking up each morning to the sound of the ocean and stepping out on the balcony with a breathtaking view. The staff made the experience unforgettable. Everyone from Lila at the front desk to the restaurant team, Clive, Samantha, Angel and Shaquila, was genuinely kind, attentive, and always had a smile. They went out of their way to make me feel welcome and cared for throughout my stay. Trudi in housekeeping was also amazing! The food was always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented and the vibe at The Soco is intimate and relaxed, perfect for couples. It never felt crowded or overwhelming, and I loved the peaceful atmosphere. If you're looking for a boutique hotel in Barbados that delivers comfort, charm, and an unforgettable Caribbean experience, The Soco Hotel is a gem. I can’t wait to return!

We recently celebrated our 25th anniversary at the Soco Hotel and it was amazing. We had such a great time, it was peaceful and relaxing just what we needed. The guest were mostly older/retired but everyonewas very nice, we are in our mid 40s. If you are looking for a party scene this is not the place. The hotel was in a central location, the room was large with a balcony overlooking the ocean. The beach was rocky, definitely bring water shoes. Chairs and umbrella were provided which was great. There is also a boardwalk that connects the hotel to a lot of local restaurants on the stretch along the ocean. The public beach was only 5 min drive away and free to get in and free parking. If you wanted loungers and an umbrella it was $20 for the day. The receptionist Shaniqua and Ms. Linda at the front desk were friendly and knowledgeable. Special thanks to Ms. Judith our housekeeper that surprised us by decorating our room and was just so kind in making sure we were taken care of. A special thanks to our bartenders Shane and Michelle who were both wonderful and made the best Bajan rum punch ever ank kept the liquor flowing. Thanks to all the hotess/waitresses that served us as well and made us feel special. Cons: Rocky Beach Plus: All meals were made to order and wonderful staff.

Property location is good except for proximity to the busy roadway that could be bothersome in the early morning hours. All the rooms have great ocean views, but all but two are on upper floors, and not handicap accessible. The beach area was nice, but rather small as was the swiming pool. Because of our age, and weak Knee issues the staff was able to move us from a 3rd floor unit down to a 2nd floor unit that was much appreciated. All in all, we did enjoy our stay.

Perfect size, amazing staff. Food was delicious. Photo of ocean/beach on website is totally misleading. The picture being used is not in front of the hotel. This is my only complaint.

We loved thatbit was on the boardwalk.

The staff were helpful and friendly. The hotel was in a grwat location for pickups, drop offs and sights.

My stay at the Soco Hotel was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The property is within walking distance to my shops and restaurants. The beach access was great although small. The boardwalk is right there as well. Overall I was happy with my stay and would return.

Wow!! We had an amazing week at The Soco. The hospitality, the staff, the food was amazing. Each room had a sea view and is equipped for all you need on an AI stay. The location was ideal for us, the hotel is at the of the boardwalk so you could chose to either drink and eat at the hotel or visit one of the bars and restaurants along the front. Which means you can have a quiet or louder night depending on your mood. The food at the hotel was excellent so we had no issues eating most meals at the hotel. The service was top level and the staff (and general manger) went above and beyond to make our stay the best experience. Some people have mentioned the road noise in the reviews- yes you can hear the road as the hotel is on the main coast road, but this never bothered us and we slept so well! The hotel is boutique with only 24rooms (approx) so the staff get to know you and your preferences and the bartenders knew what drinks to make without us asking LOL In summary - my husband and I have a policy to never stay in the same place or hotel twice as we think the world is too small to repeat a visit - but we would stay at The Soco in Barbados again and already thinking about another visit never year- for us that is top marks!!

This property is not an all inclusive as far as food. It's more of an allocated you're only able to eat breakfast from 7amto 10 am very limited options. Lunch is from 12 to 2. If you miss lunch, you're not able to get any other food until teatime at two and it's only tuna sandwiches and tea. Dinner time starts from 6 to 10 all food about five options from breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar closes at 10:30 PM.

I loved the staff and the food was excellent!! I didn't like that there was only set eating times and no room service of any kind. The rooms are not top of the line but we spent most of our time at the pool and beach. All rooms are oceanside.

The service and the food were both great. The kitchen is clearly understaffed and food took forever to get to us. It’s an older hotel and really needs some tlc. Water pressure in our room on the third floor was nonexistent and the shower head dripped constantly. The outside bar next to the pool was constantly good. Bar staff were all very attentive and service was fast. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here in spite of all the fairly minor issues.

The location is right on a beautiful stretch of beach/boardwalk. I loved waking up each morning to the sound of the ocean and stepping out on the balcony with a breathtaking view. The staff made the experience unforgettable. Everyone from Lila at the front desk to the restaurant team, Clive, Samantha, Angel and Shaquila, was genuinely kind, attentive, and always had a smile. They went out of their way to make me feel welcome and cared for throughout my stay. Trudi in housekeeping was also amazing! The food was always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented and the vibe at The Soco is intimate and relaxed, perfect for couples. It never felt crowded or overwhelming, and I loved the peaceful atmosphere. If you're looking for a boutique hotel in Barbados that delivers comfort, charm, and an unforgettable Caribbean experience, The Soco Hotel is a gem. I can’t wait to return!

Food was EXCELLENT Dining staff excellent We had to change rooms twice No hot water Then ac not cooling

The property while small is clean and staff is helpful polite and engaging. Short stay but was treated exceptionally. Dinner a la carte was awesome so was afternoon tea.

Very nice hotel, and an all invlusive that isn’t a bufét👌👌👌👌👌🔝. Nice drinks and polite staff.

Limited alcohol. Same catch of the day everyday for 7 days. Staff is fabulous!

Expedia advertises beachfront and ocean views from the restaurant. This is not accurate in our view. Food was very good. Service also very good except some younger servers who were full of attitude. If you don't like your job then quit. Bartenders did a great job. Hotel should be offering Prosecco as a base drink. And a slightly better wine. The resort is not cheap and these misses are not aligned with your price point. Stock the rooms with water and soda water. Expedia advertises room service but it's never spoken about. And it seemed like we had to wrestle water away from the bar. Barbados is hot and people need regular water in their rooms. Rearrange the pool seating to allow more loungers. Maybe consider changing the setup from day to evening if needed. Kimberly is a lovely manager. Please take this information to help Soco do even better. We had a lovely time and will be back. Maybe even to Soco