Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados

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Radisson Americas
6.7 (683 reviews)
Aquatic Gap, Carlisle Bay , Bridgetown , BB
+1 246-426-4000

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent beachfront location and beautiful clean beach
Friendly, courteous and accommodating staff (several mentions, Victor highlighted)
Some guests enjoyed authentic Caribbean food and good meals
Comfortable rooms reported by some reviewers
Nice morning views/activities (horses on the beach)
Cons:
Severe cleanliness and maintenance problems (dirt, rust, cracked tubs, rats)
Hotel is outdated, falling apart in places and needs urgent renovation
Restaurant frequently criticized as poor quality and expensive
Reports of extra/unexpected charges or deposit disputes
Noise and room issues (damp, kitchen noise, only one working lift)

Categories

Cleanliness
2.8
Multiple reviews report extreme dirtiness, visible filth, rats, rusted fixtures and cracked tubs; guests consistently note poor maintenance and lack of basic cleanliness.
Service
9.2
Several guests praise staff as friendly, courteous and very accommodating (Victor at reception singled out); a few notes of miscommunication and indifferent reception behavior, but overall service is frequently highlighted as a positive.
Location
9.8
Repeatedly praised: beautiful, clean beach, ideal beachfront location, horses on the beach and generally excellent location for guests.
Room Quality
5.3
Rooms are commonly described as outdated, tired and in need of renovation; reports of damp, old/cracked tubs, rust and noise issues (kitchen/balcony) lead to mixed-to-poor room scores.
Amenities
8.5
Beach access and friendly staff are strong amenities, but on-site facilities show signs of neglect (old lifts, abandoned construction); overall amenities are a mix of very good beach-related features and poorly maintained hotel facilities.
Value for Money
4.4
Multiple guests state the hotel is not worth the price, cite extra/unclear charges (deposit disputes) and poor maintenance relative to cost.
Food and Beverage
5
Mixed but leaning negative: several reviews call the restaurant the 'worst' and too expensive or mediocre, while a few guests praise particular meals and authentic Caribbean offerings.
Overall Experience
8.6
Highly polarized stays: some guests describe near-perfect visits thanks to location and helpful staff, while others report very disappointing experiences due to cleanliness and maintenance—overall weighted toward positive due to strong location/service for many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:10

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfort and style in every room equipped with modern amenities like a TV, air conditioning, and a balcony. Relax in a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, and entertainment options such as an iPod dock and cable channels.

Top-Notch Facilities
Take advantage of the outdoor pool for a refreshing swim, maintain your fitness routine at the well-equipped fitness centre, and indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy convenience with a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Convenient Location
Located just 4 km from Bridgetown, Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados offers easy access to the city's attractions while providing a tranquil escape by the beach. Don't miss the chance to unwind and create unforgettable memories at our resort.

Important information:

Jan. 13 though April 30, 2023 AND Nov. 1, 2023 through Apr. 30, 2024. For all cruise arrivals, please note that check-in time is 3pm
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

6.7
Based on 683 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.8
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 5.3
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 4.4
Food and Beverage: 5
Overall Experience: 8.6
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NOKUTHULA • solo_traveller • kn
1
Very disappointing stay. The hotel is poorly maintained, outdated and lacks basic cleanliness. The bathroom had visible
Pros:

There is a beautiful clean beach

Cons:

Everything, it is dreadful
Extremely dirty

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Steff • family_with_children • gy
7
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice location. Seeing the horses on the beach every morning was great.

Cons:

The restaurant food is the worst! Avoid at all costs. It's expensive too.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • tt
9
Fab location on a beautiful beach. Courteous, accommodating and pleasant staff. Service was excellent. Would definitely
Pros:

Great location on the beach.
Courteous and friendly staff
Very accommodating reception and concierge staff
Clean facilities
Very good restaurant meals.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing to dislike

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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DANIEL • couple • br
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Rats in the hotel area.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Violet • couple • ca
1
See the pictures
Pros:

The location and some staff were friendly

Cons:

They didn’t confirm my return deposit when I left . The hotel is beyond out dated . All the buttons were rusted and the tub was so old and cracked . I couldn’t use it . The place is not maintained properly . The breakfast wasn’t worth the price ..

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • ar
5
Queres pasarla mal, reserva este hotel, sino estas a tiempo descartalo
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Increíble la suciedad de ese hotel, no puedo creer que sea un Radisson. Las señoras que atiende la recepción, actúan como si te hicieran un favor.
Tienen una construccion en el mar abandonada, que da un aspecto horrible

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Atkins • couple • bb
6
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Emilio • couple • es
6
Pros:

Poco

Cons:

Las instalaciones necesitan urgentemente una reforma no vale lo que se paga

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
3
Very old and failing hotel. Avoid
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

It’s very tired and old. In fact, it’s falling apart. GM refunded me two nights for the shocking conditions.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Abdel Rahman • solo_traveller • ca
10
Great experience overal. Location was ideal
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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June • extended_group • gb
3
Victor at reception was amazing. The whole building needs renovation. Only 1 lift working during our stay. Lots of old f
Pros:

Location location location

Cons:

Rooms , i say rooms because we asked to move rooms because of damp and balcony view above the kitchen and listening to dishes being washed!

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Isaac • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

People are unbelievably friendly and easy to talk to. Real authentic Caribbean Style food...My stay was near perfect

Cons:

Just miscommunication chking in but the accommodation outweigh the little issuesvi had

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo_traveller • ru
5
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • co
6
Ojo con los cobros extra.
Pros:

La playa es linda. Las habitaciones son cómodas.

Cons:

La oferta gastronómica es muy regular y la calidad de la comida es muy regular, también. Al ingresar me querían obligar a dejar 200 dólares fuera del valor cobrado en la reserva, decían que me los devolverían unos días después, pero me retendrían unos impuestos, a pesar de que ya los impuestos habían sido cargados en la reserva, tuve que pelear para hacer valer lo consignado en la reserva.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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jeffhF3648IN • Family
10
Amazing!!!
Pros:

I feel compelled to give a review of this hotel, and it's staff. I hope this reaches the highest of management, as my wife and I felt like family as soon as we arrived. We were only there for 4 days, but in that time, we were treated as lifelong friends. To name a few people, Ishona in concierge, Adrian in the restaurant, Victor, and Judy at the desk, and Keron who I saw all the time. Also there was Shane at the beach taking care of everyone, and also the cleaning staff who took great care of our room everyday. There are many more people we encountered, and all were amazing. I just don't remember everyone's name. Overall, it was an amazing experience, especially because of the people.

2026-03-28 • via Tripadvisor
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caroleepoo • Couples • Delmar, New York
10
The Radisson saved us!
Pros:

The Radisson saved us! The Island Inn across the street, that we booked and prepaid because they said beforehand they could accommodate my celiac disease for gluten free, basically bailed on me and said I had to eat from the buffet.
The staff at the Radisson, especially the very patient front desk manager and concierge Akila, were warm, efficient, sensitive to our situation and professional. The restaurant servers took my celiac disease very seriously and made me delicious meals. The beach and water were wonderful. I would happily return anytime.😃

2026-03-27 • via Tripadvisor
5
586ab • Couples • Melbourne, Victoria
2
Serious Maintenance Needed
Pros:

This run down hotel needs serious maintenance. Fixtures tired and broken, water runs between scalding and cold, balcony doir damaged and hard, dirty grout in bathroom There's more.

2026-03-24 • via Tripadvisor
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olegyourievitchc • Friends getaway • Paris, Ile-de-France
10
Excellent stay in Radisson Barbados! Sunshine, beautiful beaches, and a warm atmosphere made every moment unforgettable.
Pros:

I’ve been coming here since 2015 - whether staying at the Radisson or simply enjoying the beach - and every single time, the welcome has been nothing short of royal.

A heartfelt thank you to Shen, Mr. Trey and his team, and Miss Gisel at reception for their constant kindness and professionalism. You truly make every visit special.

Already looking forward to coming back again next year.

Thank you so much!

Oleg

2026-03-18 • via Tripadvisor
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Dibbydiv • Family • Walsall, West Midlands, England
2
Needs knocking down and rebuilding
Pros:

Do not go her it’s slimy and tatty…..
A poor run down hotel just knock it down and start again….. Old, rusty and furniture from the 70s need a paint and a scrub…..
Beach amenities poor, beach chairs with old plastic twine
The bar is disgusting too…..
The Sunday lunch is a rip off with birds in and out the food area other eating establishments with better quality food and pricing…..
The owners need to get modern the place is battered and had its time

2026-03-17 • via Tripadvisor
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scottross10 • Family • Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
10
Great family holiday.
Pros:

I was hesitant about staying here after reading some of the reviews but was very impressed throughout our stay. I was there with my three daughters for three weeks and the staff couldn’t have done more to help us. Reception staff were efficient, helpful and very friendly at all times. Housekeeping staff did an amazing job, were very flexible and kept us very well supplied with fresh towels, fresh bedding, water and toiletries. Beach team were friendly and helpful. Bar and waiting staff were great. The hotel is older and a bit run down in parts, but our two rooms were ideal - very clean, very comfortable beds, good sized fridge, AC, balcony. We had no problem staying here for three weeks. The location is great, on one of the nicest beaches on the island and close to Bridgetown and many restaurants and bars (although not too many in walking distance). It’s also excellent value for money compared to other hotels in Barbados. No hesitation in recommending.

2026-03-13 • via Tripadvisor