A family-friendly, all-inclusive, mini village resort
Sunny welcomes are guaranteed at Crystal Cove. With its warm Caribbean climes and friendly, laid back ambiance, this is the perfect spot to get away from it all and immerse yourself in a peaceful paradise.
Why you'll love it here
- Relax in a colourful Caribbean village-feel setting along the cliff side
- Complimentary motorised watersports include waterskiing and banana boat rides
- Choose from versatile accommodation including loft-style suites with upstairs bedroom
- All-inclusive extends to sister resorts, accessed by a complimentary water taxi
- Explore the tiered lagoon-style pools and unique cave bar
Best For
- Family, Kids (4-12),
Lucy
Travel Specialist
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Hotel information
Family-friendly, relaxed and serene, this all-inclusive Barbados hotel certainly knows how to treat its guests to the Barbados holiday of a lifetime. This pretty resort with pastel-shade décor has the pick of Bajan beachside vistas, with its pristine white sandy shore, and unspoiled views out to sea.
Catering for every whim and fancy is all part of the all-inclusive package at Crystal Cove. From outstanding surroundings to world-class facilities, nothing here will leave you wanting. The hotel is fringed by impeccably landscaped tropical gardens, giving it a secluded, setback feel. This runs onto the sun-kissed beach, lined with neat, comfy sun loungers and lapped lazily by the Caribbean Sea.
Room Options
Luxurious rooms and spacious suites give you every option when selecting the perfect holiday abode. Bright, Caribbean-style design touches blend seamlessly with awe-inspiring views, for a sense of total escapism.
Junior Suite Ocean View
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Sleeps: 3 adults This oversized guestroom comes with a sitting area including a sofa bed and blends vibrant Caribbean décor and modern touches to provide an ideal holiday experience. This room can also be fitted with either a king bed or two twin beds and can be used by up to three adults or a family with children. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the Caribbean Sea.
Ocean View Room
Sleeps: 2 adults These rooms blend modern Caribbean décor and provide a breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea. They come with the same bed fittings as the Pool/Garden View Room.
One Bedroom Suite- Pool/Garden View
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 3 Children
Sleeps: 2 adults, 3 children This is a one bedroom suite with a separate living room or loft suite providing ample space and comfort. The bedroom is located upstairs overlooking the downstairs living room. With Caribbean décor and modern touches, these rooms offer picture-perfect pool or garden views. Each suite features a king size bed or two twin beds with a sofa bed in the living room, accommodating up to four adults or a family with three children.
Pool/Garden View Room
Sleeps: 4 adults or 2 adults, 2 children, and 1 infant Spacious rooms with vibrant Caribbean décor provide a picture-perfect pool or garden view. They can be fitted with either a king bed or two twin beds and there is also space for a cot.
Junior Suite Pool/Garden View
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Sleeps: 3 adults This oversized guestroom has a sitting area which includes a sofa bed and blends vibrant Caribbean décor and modern touches to provide an ideal holiday experience. This room can be fitted with either a king bed or two twin beds and can be used by up to three adults or a family with children.
One Bedroom Suite- Ocean View
Sleeps: 4 Adults
Sleeps: 4 adults This one bedroom suite faces the ocean and has a separate living room or loft suite. The living room includes a sofa bed and also, another full bathroom. The bedroom is located upstairs overlooking the downstairs room and features either a king size bed or four poster bed. This suite is ideal for a family accommodating up to four adults, particularly because of the additional bathroom.Facilities/Amenities
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Snorkelling
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Windsurfing
- Babysitting service
- Honeymoon
- Wedding
- Bar
- 3-tiered freshwater swimming pools
- Kids Club*
Families
* Designed to appeal to families as well as couples and solo travellers, Crystal Cove Barbados has a Kids' Club for children aged between 3-12. Arts and crafts and activities suitable for little ones will keep them entertained during the days, so parents can lay back and enjoy the serenity the hotel has to offer. And to add to its allure, a babysitting service gives parents with younger children added peace of mind if they’d like to enjoy an adult evening out.
Restaurants & Bars
In the evening, if you can tear yourself away from your luxurious room or suite, there’s a world of dining options to explore five different restaurants and bars. Mouth-watering dishes are served up to entertainment, and live music and set to romantic vistas across the gardens or coastline.
Reflections
Crystal Cove’s flagship restaurant serves up dishes to different themes across the week, and you can pick between buffet-style dining or a la-carte menus.
Breakfast: 7 am - 11 am
Lunch: Monday - Thursday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Sunday lunch buffet: 12.30 pm - 2:30 pm
Dinner: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The Cave Bar
Swim up and grab a drink at this uniquely gorgeous waterside bar. After a quick dip through the waterfall to enter, you can sit with your favourite cocktail in hand. The Cave Bar has a 24-hour self-service coffee station with freshly baked bread and pastries.
Open daily: 10 am - 11.45 pm
Coffee station: 6 am - 7 am
Vista Coffee & Wine Bar
Start the day with sweet pastries and coffee and soak up panoramic sea views at Vista Coffee and Wine Bar or come along later in the day for a cool glass of wine. Reservations are needed for a la carte dining nights, no need to reserve for buffets.
Open daily: 2 - 11 pm.
The Beach Bar
For a relaxed bite to eat moments away from your sun lounger, head directly to Crystal Cove’s Beach Bar and order up your favourite drink.
Open daily: 10 am - 6 pm
Drifters Beach Bar and Restaurant
Get unbeatable views of the coastline, grab a relaxed meal or sip a cocktail at this laidback, friendly restaurant and bar.
Lunch buffet: Monday - Thursday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Dinner: 6:30 pm - 9.30 pm
- Lunch
- Dinner
Activities & Entertainment
Crystal Cove’s all-inclusive delights include an exciting array of activities for all ages. For those looking to experience everything the area has to offer, you can get out on the water and try your hand at complimentary water sports lessons, water skiing, snorkelling or sailing to name just a few activities. And if you’d prefer to keep your feet dry, you can take a trip out on a glass-bottomed boat to get a unique view of the crystal-clear waters below.
Set on the idyllic West Coast of Barbados, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to get out and explore the local area. Take a trip to the colourful local towns that dot the coastline, soak up historic sights, or take a visit to the rum distillery to stock up on some local produce. And if that all sounds like too much effort, you can laze around one of the hotel’s three pools, soaking up the rays.
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- Time zone: -4 GMT
- Flight time: 8 hours, 50 minutes
- Recommended airlines: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic
- Currency: Barbadian Dollar, US Dollar
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: No major health risks
- Capital: Bridgetown
- Population: 288,327 (March 2023)
- National languages: English
- Electricity and plugs: Type A/B - 115/230V, 50Hz
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: No (for stays up to 6 months)
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Price is per person, based on adults sharing a double room for nights , including economy flights and transfers. Price includes relevant offers and is subject to availability.
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