Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Hotels
Marriott Hotels & Resorts
8.9 (79 reviews)
Prospect Bay , Saint James , bb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good variety of amenities
Cons:
Food quality issues
Value for money concerns
Cleanliness issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Several mentions of disappointing experiences, including leaking rooms and cleanliness concerns.
Service
10
Generally friendly staff and positive interactions, despite a few negative experiences.
Location
9.3
Beautiful ocean views and convenient location, although the property is split by a busy road.
Room Quality
9.34
Rooms were reported as clean and comfortable, with some positive feedback on views.
Amenities
9.79
Good variety of amenities including spa and water sports, albeit some complaints about food options.
Value for Money
7.82
Mixed sentiment on value for money, with some reviews indicating that pricing does not match quality.
Food and Beverage
7.28
Negative remarks about food quality, which impacted the overall experience for some guests.
Overall Experience
9.33
Overall mixed experiences but highlights of staff service and amenities enhanced the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-13 23:14

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in a stay at Waves Hotel and Spa by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive, located just steps away from the beautiful Fitts Village Beach. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including a safety deposit box, a fridge, and some even feature a private balcony for stunning views.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool, pamper yourself at the spa, or stay active at the fitness centre. With evening entertainment and snorkeling opportunities nearby, there's something for everyone at this 4-star hotel.

Exceptional Services
Enjoy the convenience of a restaurant, room service, and a 24-hour front desk during your stay. The friendly staff is always ready to assist, ensuring a memorable experience at Waves Hotel and Spa by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive.

Book your stay now at Waves Hotel and Spa by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive for a truly unforgettable beachfront retreat.

Important information:

Please note Government tax should be paid by the guest at the property.

Thank you for choosing Waves Hotel & Spa! We wish to inform you that the Adults-Only area will be closed to guests due to renovations starting September 1 until December 15, 2023. The main building will remain open during the renovation period.

Additionally, Shiso Restaurant, located in the adults-only area, will be closed from November 1 through December 15, 2023.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BGI

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 79 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 10
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 9.34
Amenities: 9.79
Value for Money: 7.82
Food and Beverage: 7.28
Overall Experience: 9.33
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kennedy family_with_children gb
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Eileen couple us
7
Relaxing stay, beautiful ocean view
Pros:

Small property with lots of very attentive staff

Cons:

Food was inconsistent - solid breakfast and fresh fish at Dosa was great but buffet was so so.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
S
Sandy couple gb
10
Pros:

It was an overall lovely experience

Cons:

Happy with everything

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Hannah couple gb
6
Hotel is fine although not up to the standard I would expect for the price we paid.
Pros:

Beach front location

Cons:

Upkeep wasn’t great. Bathroom door was broken (inside handle came off locking us inside). Patio doors also broken.

2025-12-29 via Nuitee
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Mario couple at
5
Preis-Leistung nicht stimmt, für 2 Nächte aber okay - nicht länger
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und aufmerksames Personal, Zimmer zur Meerseite wunderschöner Ausblick, ruhige Lage des Hotels, Option zum a la carte essen, kostenfreie Angebote zum Wassersport

Cons:

Insgesamt Preis-Leistung passt nicht, Essen war leider nicht gut und hatte eine schlechte Qualität, Strand ist sehr klein und es gibt nur wenig Liegen, Resort ist durch eine Strasse getrennt

2025-11-15 via Nuitee
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Edwin Rolando family_with_children gt
1
MALISIMA
Pros:

no me gusto nada

Cons:

EL HOTEL NO TIENE NADA QUE VER CON LAS FOTOS QUE OFRECE Y ES DEMASIADO SOBREVALORADO

2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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helen family_with_children gb
10
Amazing holiday with family made very enjoyable by the staff
Pros:

The staff here are amazing, Antwone made us feel very welcome and Esther was fabulous at the cooking station.
Our room was very clean and comfortable
The spa and the staff were fabulous

Cons:

We stayed in the adult only which at first I didn’t like crossing the road but as soon as you get to reception and you see that view it’s all worth it.

2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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Edwin Rolando family_with_children gt
1
Pros:

nada

Cons:

todo está pésimo, llegué con mi bebé , y cuando llegue el lugar para estar con los niños era súper pequeño, la playa es pequeñísima, me retiré al siguiente día y no me quisieron regresar mi
dinero, después me regresaron dos días, y se quedaron con un día comomoenalizscion, es carísimo y más caro que los hoteles de 5 estrellas y nada que ver ese hotel debería de ser 2 estrellas

2025-10-25 via Nuitee
M
Michelle partner
10
Pros:

I was here in April for my honeymoon. The entire resort and island was amazing. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They gave us great recommendations and took care of our needs.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
C
Candice friends
6
Pros:

They where working on the property

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
J
Jyoti
10
Pros:

nice

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
C
Cathy partner
8
Pros:

Staff was amazing. We were disappointed about not having an ocean front room

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
A
Ayesha family
10
Pros:

Waves was under construction, so we were accommodated at the House, awesome!
Wade, Rhea, Andrew and all the staff were great to us. The room was also always kept clean, twice daily.
The food, the drinks, exceeded our expectations.
Thanks everyone for a truly relaxing time which the family and I REALLY needed.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Lyric
8
Pros:

The waves resort and spa is definitely a gem! If I had any tip it’d be that there’s no service from around midnight. No bar, no food. So if you’re a late eater definitely bring snacks.

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
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Cerise family
8
Pros:

My family and I had a great stay at Waves Resort & Spa. The hotel is small and gives an intimate feeling which I loved. The staff were amazing, and always friendly and welcoming. The only con I had was the limited food options at the buffet and for dinner. We ended up eating out a few nights because of this. The bathroom in the rooms could also need some updating. The best part was the Ocean view rooms, and close proximity to fine dining options. I would definitely return.

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
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Sunita family
8
Pros:

The staff was generally pleasant, especially at the front desk, but my experience at the coffee shop was very disappointing. The staff there were often rude and unaccommodating. For example, we were told we couldn’t have ice cream in the general deck area and were restricted to eating it in the bakery, yet we later saw other guests walking away freely with their bakery items. When I asked to have some items wrapped to take away (as the front desk had assured me was possible), the staff member in the bakery mumbled about not having containers, which made the situation embarrassing—I felt as though I was begging.

In addition, the patio in my room was leaking. Small droplets constantly fell from a beam, leaving the floor wet and slippery. I nearly fell because of it.

Finally, the tubing experience was extremely unsafe and poorly managed. There was no clear explanation about what to expect or how to sit properly, and as a result, I was thrown from the tube into the middle of the ocean. The ride was rough, jolting, and painful. Despite repeatedly telling the operators it was too fast, they dismissed my concerns, saying it wasn’t rough. Unfortunately, it was a frightening and traumatic experience—I ended up with whiplash. The staff urgently need to provide clear safety instructions and adjust the speed when guests express discomfort. This activity was not enjoyable at all and left me shaken.
The food was really food especially at Dosa . But I expected food round the clock

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
M
Maria De Los Angeles
8
Pros:

Friendly staff. Amazing customer service.
They remembered your name. Beautiful
Ocean view from our room.
Fridge always stocked up. Gym
Open 24 hours a day. Delicious meals.
The only downside was getting bitten terribly by the sandflies on the beach.

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
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Diana solo_traveller gb
9
Staff were really helpful. Enjoyed my stay
Pros:

Great stay - thank you

Cons:

Not enough ceiling fans in the restaurant

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
M
Marcovan Errol family
8
Pros:

i enjoyed the staff more than anything else about the property. The property is split across a main street with heavy vehicular traffic. There is a crosswalk between the properties. Drivers respect the crosswalk and stop when approached. A majority of the functions take place on the beach side of the property which is a short walk across the street. There are quite a bit of stairs between both sides of the properties. The property is well manicured and beautifully maintained. Very picturesque location.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
J
Joanne family
10
Pros:

Most of the staffs were amazing!

2025-08-12 via Nuitee