"My husband and I recently stayed at the Hilton Barbados Resort, and overall, the experience was average at best.
The bedroom itself was nice and comfortable, but the bathroom definitely needs updating. The bathtub never appeared fully clean, which made us uncomfortable enough that we chose not to use it during our stay.
The beach is truly beautiful—large, spacious, and one of the highlights of the property. However, the service significantly fell short. There was no consistent poolside or beachside service for food or drinks, and staff were rarely visible throughout the day.
The pool area also needs attention, as the concrete is visibly cracking, and the hot tub was out of service for the entirety of our stay. Each morning, even as early as 8 AM, there were no towels available for guests at the pool or beach, which was frustrating.
As for dining, both Lighthouse Terrace and Beach Bar offered food that was average and did not stand out. Additionally, small details were disappointing—such as the weekend snow cone offering at 2 PM, which we attempted to enjoy, only to find they had already run out of ice.
Overall, while the location and beach are beautiful, the service, maintenance, and overall experience did not meet expectations."
The Club, Barbados Resort & Spa Adults Only - All Inclusive
10/10 Excellent
"Doesn’t have a beach, but there are stairs to ocean on left and right side of sandy beach wall. Red flag was permanently up the week we were there…you can, at your own risk, cross over to beach next door when tide was low and make sure to return before tide came back in. "
Sea Breeze Beach House by Ocean Hotels - All Inclusive
6/10 Okay
"The resort location from airport was close and beautifully landscaped property on the beach. The beach was nice and enjoyed sun longers with covers. Staff was readily available to serve. Food options were limited and only able eat during specific hours which was disappointing. The hot tub was snaller than a bath tub, water was cold and did not have pressure massage working. Main reason for booking resort was for use of hot tub and spa which was unable to contact to schedule session. Room location was excellent due to amazing customer service provided by Kim and Xavier for booking awesome snorkeling excursion. There seems to be alot of guests there that believe they are entitled and seem to forget they are visiting a resort in the carribean. Several guests caused issues with other guests smoking on the beach or playing music from phone, therefore would not recommend for any one whom wants to partake in such activities. "
"Really enjoyed our stay lots of sunbeds and beautiful beach area. Room was good with everything we needed. Was a little
Disappointed with pool looked a little grimy and would be good if they could try to stop the drug smoking at the side of the patio area I know it is outside of hotel but they sit on hotel wall it is not nice for those of us who do not partake "
"We had a wonderful stay at the Crane Resort. Our room and view were amazing. The staff members were top tier, so friendly and helpful. The restaurants were brilliant esp Zen. We looked forward to breakfast overlooking the beach every morning. Can hardly wait to return. "
"Great housekeeping, friendly front desk, outstanding beach, wide variety of guests from different countries, events were fun but very tame (not a bad thing), plenty of parking, helpful concierge services "
What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Mangrove?
A trip to the historical places in Mangrove is likely first on your sightseeing itinerary. You can also discover all there is to see and do such as the beaches and restaurants.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Mangrove?
Mangrove is home to 11 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Mangrove?
Places to visit in the wider area include Crane Beach, Barbados Golf Club and Silver Sands Beach. You'll also find Miami Beach and Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Mangrove?
Historic hotels give guests the chance to stay in a place recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — as long as it's of special interest. These types of hotels in Mangrove typically preserve authentic elements like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the building and architecture itself. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the place's cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Mangrove have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. When you book a historic hotel in Mangrove, it doesn't mean you're picking a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.