The Best Dining Experiences in Barbados

One of the best things about visiting Barbados, besides the serene waters of the Caribbean, is the tasteful food and beverage scene. From elegant cuisine to exclusive rum, there is something for every visitor who lands on the shores of Barbados.

And now when guests book with Marriott all-inclusive properties, they can stay at one hotel but play at many. With seven participating luxury boutique hotels from Elegant Hotels by Marriott BonvoyTM in the region, the dining options are abundant for guests.

Dine Around Program: A Truly All-Inclusive Experience
The Dine Around Program allows guests who stay at one of Marriott’s six all-inclusive hotels in Barbados to dine at other properties in the portfolio, in addition to their home base hotel. The hotels and their respective dining options include:

Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels
Open-air bars offer a variety of teas, coffees and wines to accompany views of the Caribbean Sea. Guests can dine at on-site and seaside restaurants for regional dishes infused with island spices and then reconvene for tasty tapas and snacks at Vista Coffee & Wine Bar. Learn more.

Tamarind by Elegant Hotels
Guests begin their mornings with a delicious breakfast that includes an egg station, local Bajan food and fresh fruits. During the day, they will relax at an open-air beach bar facing the Caribbean. Innovative dinner menus by expert chefs who cater to special dietary needs and serve kid-friendly cuisine standout features. These St. James restaurants even offer exciting, themed nights. Learn more.

Turtle Beach by Elegant Hotels
Here, three resort restaurants serve a selection of international and island-inspired cuisine and cocktails. Restaurants serve a spread of buffets and a la carte selections. An Ice cream Parlor and Coffee Shop & Deli complete the exciting dining lineup. Learn more.

The House by Elegant Hotels
Diners dive into elevated experiences crafted with island flair at this beach resort. They start their day with a champagne breakfast in the open-air lounge or visit the beach bar for evening drinks. Guests can also experience the timeless tradition of afternoon tea in the beautiful open-air setting of the Deck. They will find a delightfully traditional display of delicious sweet and savory English treats such as scones, finger sandwiches, clotted cream and sweet pastries in the afternoon tea service. Learn more.

Treasure Beach by Elegant Hotels
On-site restaurant Tapestry serves breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring innovative menus and a selection of signature culinary experiences. At the Wine Cellar, guests will join a sommelier in an intimate setting and sample an extensive collection of wine varieties from around the globe. At the open-air Batik Bar, guests will take delight in an array of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and artisanal cocktails. Learn more.

Waves Hotel & Spa by Elegant Hotels
Mediterranean-inspired cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner is available daily at Seascape. Additionally, Shiso is Asian-Fusion concept dining in the hotel’s tranquil spa section, where guests can enjoy fresh slices of sashimi, sushi, noodle rice bowls and signature five-spice Asian ice cream. Guests will also find quick options at Kyma coffee bar. Learn more.

How the Dine Around Program Works
Guests staying at Crystal Cove, Turtle Beach, Tamarind, Treasure Beach or Waves Hotel & Spa can enjoy free exchange dining between these hotels. To dine between the hotels, guests simply need to speak with the front desk of the hotel they are staying in to make dining reservations at the other properties.

Guests staying at The House can enjoy free dining at Crystal Cove, Tamarind, Turtle Beach, Treasure Beach and/or Waves Hotel & Spa. Please note that it is not permitted for guests of our sister hotels to dine at The House.

Full Exchange Dining is included at no additional costs within the three all-inclusive sister properties: Tamarind, Turtle Beach and Waves Hotel & Spa. That means guests can choose from nearly 20 restaurants and bars within the Elegant Hotels collection to experience. And a complimentary daytime water taxi will carry guests on this culinary journey along the west coast.

Rum Vault at Colony Club: An Exclusive Experience
Exciting dining options in Barbados don’t stop there. At the Colony Club by Elegant Hotels, guests will enjoy meals and signature drinks at restaurants and bars on seven acres of lushly landscaped oceanfront. A complimentary full breakfast buffet is offered daily. Colony Club is also known for its famous weekly themed dining nights. Guests are taken on a culinary journey from lobster, seafood, steaks plus a fresh market night, all served under the stars with the sounds of local entertainment.

Colony Club is also home to the famous Rum Vault. Located inside the hotel, the Rum Vault is the first of its kind on the island of Barbados. With Rum Ambassadors and a Vault Chef, the experience in the Rum Vault is second to none. Featuring 150 rums from around the world, a schedule of weekly events, rum pairings and private dining experiences, the Rum Vault is a must-experience destination in Barbados.

Please note that the Rum Vault and other dining experiences at the Colony Club are not included in the Dine Around Program.


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