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Paynes Bay, Barbados
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The House
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013
LJMHarris Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

My husband and I recently returned from a 6days/5nights stay at The House in Barbados and it was beyond amazing. This was our first trip to the island and it was a great first experience. The House is a small (only 34 rooms) adult only resort on the West Coast. The waters are very calming on this side of the... More

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Jersey, United Kingdom
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

The House is simply fantastic, we have travelled to Barbados in total 25 times and selected The House as a location to get married based on what we had seen on trip advisor, they made our day a very special occasion. Joanna and her team are second to none, special thanks go to Christopher, Andrew, Agnes, to many names to... More

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devon
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

we actually stayed next door so popped in for the dinner. the service was excellent, the setting right on the beach. very peaceful. fantastic food, best id eaten in my 10 day stay to the island. i have lamb chops which was very tender and delish, partner had a veale chop which was huge, with salad. the desserts were even... More

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Leeds England
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37 reviews 37 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Our third time to Barbados, first time to West Coast and first time without kids so we decided to go adults only and The House seemed ideal for all our needs. Small boutique hotel. It's location is good, the beach is spectacular and the ocean was great for swimming. We drove from the airport and the hotel is very easy... More

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Zurich, Suiza
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

My husband and I came back from our anniversary holiday yesterday. We spent 11 days in Barbados, in 3 different hotels. First stop was The House, and it was the PERFECT choice. The location first: on the idilic west coast, with the most famous restaurants very close by. The hotel has a small beautiful beach, equipped with umbrellas, chairs and... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

So this was a tricky travel. We originally booked a week at the Turtle Beach hotel, also by Elegant Hotels. When we got there we knew it wasn't going to work out . Million kids , a zoo buffet, etc.. We took our luggage and went straight to The House. And thats where our wonderful vacation began. Since The Turtle... More

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Maidstone, Kent
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

We have just returned from our second stay at The House and cannot wait to go back. It is a perfect place to relax and feel completely spoiled! The rooms are beautiful and kept spotlessly clean at all times. Nothing is too much trouble for Joanna and her brilliant team, they are always friendly and happy to do whatever required... More

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New York
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

We just returned from a short, 4 night stay. It was our first time in Barbados. We loved all that was included in the price here. Great room (although note if you're not on the ocean side you will hear a lot of noise from the karaoke across the street), free in room wifi, bottled water, happy hour, full delicious... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Gorgeous hotel - large spacious room with beautiful bathroom and the best shower ever with multiple shower heads and spray jets. The beach ambassadors bring around cold snacks and free bottled water. they have a complimentary tea service every afternoon. Really nice champagne breakfast buffet. Beautiful walkable beach. Dinner on this island is typically resort expensive - but the beautiful... More

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Hampshire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Impressive front entrance over a drawbridge to an oasis of crisp white coolness in the lounge area overlooking the beautiful deck and the Caribbean Sea. Our suite was on the 1st floor, and was beautiful, furnished in cool whites with, splashes of pink, and orange. Lovely sitting area, really comfortable bed, and huge bathroom, and dressing area. Our balcony gave... More

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  • Afternoon tea(9)
  • Champagne breakfast(8)
  • Ocean views(7)
  • Sandy Lane(4)
  • Very nice(4)
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Additional Information about The House

Address: Paynes Bay, Barbados
Region: Caribbean > Barbados > Saint James Parish
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Saint James Parish
#3 On the Beach Hotels in Saint James Parish
#3 Luxury Hotels in Saint James Parish
Price Range: €€€
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The House experience begins when guests enter along an enchanting private driveway, with lily ponds and walls of blossoming bougainvillea, which capture the essence of tranquillity and the promise of pure indulgence ahead. Through the hotel's wooden doors guests are treated to a stunning and unobstructed view of its white sandy beach and the ocean ahead. The open plan lobby is designed to capture the relaxed and inviting charm of the island - one that is sophisticated, yet informal. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
The House Hotel
The House Hotel Saint James
The House Saint James
The House Barbados
Saint James The House
House Barbados
The House Barbados/Saint James Parish

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