Presiding over 11 acres of tropical gardens and a Barbados beachfront along the breathtaking West Coast, Fairmont Royal Pavilion is a haven of flawless hospitality and family friendly experiences.
Why you'll love it here
- Exceptional beachfront location on one of the best stretches of Barbados' West Coast
- Beachfront Junior Suites and Oceanfront Rooms give unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea
- Enjoy complimentary yoga, non-motorised watersports and tennis
- Upgrade to a Beachfront Suite or Villa for added butler service and private transfers
Best For
- Honeymoon, Family,
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Travel Specialist
Included in your holiday
- Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
- Transfers to and from your hotel
- All flight luggage allowances
- Personal concierge service
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- Full ATOL protection
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Fairmont Royal Pavilion is the only luxury property on the island that can claim it has direct beach access from its beautifully designed rooms, suites and villas. Wake up and step out onto the white sands of Alleyne’s Bay, taking in uninterrupted sea views as the sun rears its head.
Choose from 75 elegantly appointed rooms, suites and villas, and enjoy complimentary non-motorised watersports as well as access to the excellent fitness centre and tennis courts. Here, you'll discover a property that embraces its timeless old-world colonial charm, blending it effortlessly with sophisticated, contemporary elegance and impeccable service all round.
Everything you do in this Caribbean oasis is against a backdrop of the magnificent azure ocean. Savour authentic Bajan cuisine al fresco at Palm Terrace, all the while getting lost in the sparkling sea beyond. Embark on a journey of serenity with a spa session in the comfort of your private room or suite and drift away to the sound of gentle waves lapping up the sandy shore. And retire at the end of the day, watching as the sun sets on yet another day in paradise.
Just a short walk along the beach to one of Barbados's most famous and popular restaurants, Lone Star, which marries European flavours with Caribbean influences in an intimate setting.
Room Options
With a stunning selection of rooms, suites and beautiful villas, a stay at Fairmont Royal Pavilion guarantees luxury and comfort. Each accommodation’s décor makes the most of its island location, designed to celebrate the vibrant Bajan culture. Expect soothing beige and blue interiors throughout, alongside ultra-plush Fairmont Beds, Nespresso coffee machines, luxury bathrobes and premium Le Labo toiletries.
Luxury Oceanfront Room
Sleeps: 3 Adults
An excellent choice for your Barbados break, the Luxury Oceanfront Room boasts dazzling sea views and sun loungers in a private outdoor space as well as a furnished, glass-fronted balcony. For larger groups, many of these rooms can connect internally. Luxury Oceanfront Rooms also include a daily breakfast buffet and airport fast track.Signature Oceanfront Room
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Located on the third floor and overlooking the white sand beach, a stay in the luxurious Signature Oceanfront Room includes the resort’s VIP Service – enjoy complimentary Platinum Fast Track Service at the airport and return airport transfers, as well as an exquisite, al fresco breakfast on the beach.Beachfront Suite
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Experience an unforgettable getaway along the pristine Barbados shoreline. By upgrading to the Beachfront Suite, you can enjoy private airport transfers, a special amenity from the chef, complimentary daily afternoon tea, private beach deck and personal butler service.Facilities/Amenities
- Babysitting
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving
- Snorkelling
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Wheelchair Access
- Windsurfing
- In-Room Spa*
- Kids' Activity Programme**
In-Room Spa
* Instead of heading from your room or suite to the spa, let the spa come to you. With the hotel’s in-room spa facilities, you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home-from-home. Allow the healing hands of the expert therapist melt all your tensions away, listening to the peaceful whooshing of the ocean as you drift off to slumber. Treatments include everything from hot stone therapy to holistic reflexology, mineral salt scrubs, luxury manicures and so many more.
Families
** Keeping younger guests busy, the dedicated Kids’ Activity Programme offers an array of exciting activities – including treasure hunts, swimming with turtles, movie nights and arts & crafts. Catering for all ages, older children can also try their hand at sailing, windsurfing, snorkelling, paddle-boarding or a kayak tour around the calm waters in the bay. The babysitting service ensures parents with younger children get some time to themselves too.
Restaurants & Bars
Tantalise your taste buds at the two fabulous fine dining restaurants. Helmed by executive chef Timothy Palmer, who delights with innovative and gastronomic ideas, you’re invited to discover a symphony of flavours, from freshly prepared smoked salmon to a refreshing glass of fine wine.
The hotel is also just a short walk along the beach to one of Barbados's most famous and popular restaurants – Lone Star, renowned for its idyllic beach setting and fine local cuisine.
Palm Terrace
Allow the relaxed, elegant ambience wash over you as you tuck into some succulent seafood or a gourmet salad. Palm Terrace is the perfect setting for a breakfast buffet, in which you can indulge in fluffy pancakes, or a delicious dinner, cooked to perfection by chef Timothy Palmer.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Taboras Restaurant
The quintessential venue for unwinding and socialising, Taboras Restaurant treats you to family-style sharing platters – featuring mouth-watering grilled meats – and refreshing sunset drinks. Enjoy exceptional Caribbean cuisine and live music with a breathtaking view of the sea.
- Lunch
- Dinner
Activities & Entertainment
A real 'must' for gardening enthusiasts is to take the head gardener's tour around the exotic and perfumed grounds of the hotel, before enjoying traditional English afternoon tea on the delightful poolside Taboras Terrace. If you choose to stay in the Signature Oceanfront Room, this is complimentary once during your stay, while the Beachfront Suite allows you to enjoy it complimentarily on a daily basis. Luxurious highlights and refined details such as these are what truly enhances the individual charm of Fairmont Royal Pavilion.
Relax poolside with the freshwater swimming pool and outdoor jacuzzi – you may also get access to a complimentary swim with turtles* daily and in-room holistic spa treatments. Alternatively, get your heart racing at the fitness centre and two tennis courts.
*Sea turtles are a migratory species and may not be present during certain times of the year.
Additionally, you can meet the team and mingle with other guests at the weekly manager’s cocktail party and enjoy a private beach dinner with romantic candle and tiki torch set-up. If you’re lucky enough to be at the hotel on the last Saturday of the month, listen to cool tunes played by the DJ at Sunset Lime at the Beach Club.
Non-motorised watersports include:
- Hobie Wave Sailing
- Kayaking
- Paddle Boating
- Sea Floating
- Snorkelling
- Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Motorised watersports include:
- Fishing Trips
- Scuba Diving
- Water-Skiing
Seasonal complimentary daily activities include:
- Arts & Crafts
- Beach Cricket
- Films
- Fitness Classes
- Garden Tours
- Kayaking
- Local Bajan Sporting Games
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Treasure Hunts
- Yoga
Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism
Fairmont Royal Pavilion have set an impressive standard of environmental leadership, being one of the first to reduce emission and practice sustainability. Their vision is to promote their stance on eco-friendly efforts to influence other communities.
Each Fairmont hotel embody three main efforts to preserve the ecosystem, including sustainable design and construction, as well as support and preserve biodiversity and procuring their purchasing process.
Their reduction of greenhouse gas emissions is analysed closely by all employees of each hotel and focus on diverting waste from landfills and recycling. Instead, they opt for selling used cooking oil and grease to be turned into biodiesel.
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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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