Radisson Aquatica Resort

Joern Schlimm

The evaluation is based on what you get for the (high) price. The hotel belongs to Radisson and charges upscale rates for rooms and breakfast. However, the premises look pretty old and are in urgent need of some TLC. Of course, the location directly on the beach is great, staff was friendly and it's not their fault that the owner let the hotel rot. For a Radisson, I would expect much more. The pool is also really small as is the beach strip that has been allocated to hotel guests (technically, all beaches in Barbados are public). Breakfast is not much but also comes at a premium. Overall, I would recommend to stay at other higher end chains close by until the hotel is refurbished from the ground.

Cara Brown

The sandy beach, blue sea and view are incredible. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Food was good. Rooms adequate, some areas of the hotel are clearly looking dated. The very end of the pier is run down and not longer accessible but you have a water view from the pier restaurant while eating. Small pool area. Fitness area. Could use a ping pong table or similar. Overall a great affordable holiday.

Margaret Paul

This hotel is ALL about the location!!! It’s situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in Barbados in Carlisle Bay - white sand and turquoise waters. And it’s a long beach - you can walk all the way into Bridgetown (about a half hour walk). Our room was very comfortable and a good size, with beautiful views. We were in Room 304 which overlooked the pool and beach. The staff were also wonderful - very friendly, responsive and helpful. One of the coolest experiences was with the race horses from the nearby Barbados Turf Club. The handlers and groomers brought them down to the beach right in front of the hotel every morning to play in the surf. Such majestic animals! However, this is not a luxury hotel. It is 3 star (I think) and somewhat basic. The hotel could use a refresh, as it is starting to show some wear. But we didn't mind because we were so happy with our stay, overall. We would DEFINITELY come back to this hotel. NOTE: nearby restaurants and cafes that we recommend are Bali Beach Club, Sage Bistro, Blush, and George Washington Cafe. Also don’t miss the Agapay Chocolate Factory in Bridgetown for the BEST ice cream. We stayed here in January 2024

Adam L

While the staff do their very best to make up for the very poor and outdated state of the hotel, no amount of hospitality can save this establishment. While our expectations were limited considering the Hilton nearby was far higher in rates, the nightly amount compared to other hotels was the only reason I gave 2 stars instead of one. Our "oceanfront" room technically faces West along the coastline and not South towards the ocean. But that was the least of our concerns. The room and corridors of the hotel smell very bad. Not sure what the source of that is exactly. The air-conditioning in the room is very old and does not work well. I slept without a blanket or sheet and I was still tepid. The fixtures are also old, especially in the bathroom. So while furnishings, decor decor, and paint might be more recent (but still outdated), the hotel needs a major rehaul to be close to even what you would expect from a 3 star establishment. Update: The staff graciously moved us to room with a ln updated split unit ac. But again, the staff can only do so much.

SK

Great location for the beach. Very easy safe access. Staff are friendly and helpful. Generally a tired hotel. Definitely 3star rating only. Spacious clean rooms. Lack some basics like mobile phone usb. Needs an upgrade. Nice outdoor restaurant. A little pricey but top notch food. Small outdoor pool but the beach makes this insignificant. Did b&b basis. Breakfast is good. Upgrade to half-board is expensive. Better to eat dinner locally or individually in the restaurant. Wouldn't say no to returning.