Updated: February 26, 2024

Barbados Rostrevor Hotel is one of the hotels in Barbados that I recently discovered during a transit trip on the island of the sun. If you are looking for a comfortable and convenient hotel to stay in Barbados during a short trip (from a few hours to a few days), the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel is a great option to consider. I had the opportunity to stay there during a 24-hour layover in Barbados, and here are a few reasons I would recommend it (and why I enjoyed my stay at the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel).

Things that make the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel Unique

First, the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel is located in St Lawrence Gap, which is one of the most popular tourist spots in Barbados. This means that when you stay at the Rostrevor Hotel, you are at the center of action, specifically nightlife! If this is your cup of tea, you are definitely at the right location. St Lawrence gap is one of the best places to stay in Barbados. This is a neighborhood bustling with cafes, restaurants and beach front hotels. It’s a beautiful area to walk around in the late afternoon, and a fun area to stop at in the evenings.

Additionally, beach front hotels at “The Gap” like the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel generally have great deals on drinks: from the early hours of the afternoon to the evenings, you can score some “happy hour deals” where you get two drinks for the price of one: a great way to chill at the beach, while sipping some Caribbean cocktails and soaking in the Bajan sun. (Honestly, if Barbados is not on your travel bucket list yet, here are 30 stunning photos that will make you want to visit Barbados).

How to get to the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel

The Barbados Rostrevor Hotel is located in Christchurch, which is about 15 mins from the Grantley-Adams International Airport (Barbados International Airport). You can easily access it by taking a taxi from the airport. The cost is between 20-50 USD.

The Rooms at the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel

One of the things that immediately stood out to me during my stay at the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel was this: the room I picked looked exactly what was on the website. A lot of times, when you book online, it’s hard to ensure that what you see is what you get. However, I was really happy to see that this Barbados hotel truly portrayed what the rooms looked like. 

With a gorgeous sea view every morning from my Ocean Front Junior Suite, I woke up with a sense of gratitude to be on such a beautiful island, even for a short stay. I went to bed to the soothing sound of the sea waves. There are truly select things that make me content as a traveler, and such an experience is one of them. 

You can see exactly what the inside of the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel looks like from this vlog below.

The rooms at the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel are also equipped in a way that allows you to be able to cook your own meals, which means you get to save some more so you can spend on unique activities to do in Barbados. The only other hotels where I had seen a stove and kitchen utensils (with plates, pots and cups) in an Airbnb style was South Beach Hotel, Barbados. I really appreciate this model of hospitality, because it makes it more convenient to save and control what you eat when you travel with kids or with groups. 

The Restaurant and Pool Bar at the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel

During my stay at the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel, breakfast was served with a pool and beach side view. Ah. the beauty of living in the Caribbean! The Almond Tree Restaurant (in-house restaurant located at the hotel) makes it perfect for you to chill while you eat. It’s truly about the simple pleasures. When you book directly via the Rostrevor Hotel’s website, you receive complimentary breakfast for a stay of 3 nights or more. 

Things to do near the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel

The Rostrevor Hotel is a very simple and elegant hotel that provides the comfort you need to rest your head (and your bags) before you check o犀利士 ut the best things to do in Barbados. With that in mind, the charm of the hotel is its location within St Lawrence Gap, which is one of the most popular tourist sites in Barbados. Beaches, bars and beautiful views are some of the best things that St Lawrence Gap gives you. Beyond that, you can take a taxi from St Lawrence Gap to explore downtown Bridgetown Barbados (the capital city) or any tourist site you want to explore during your stay in Barbados.

Clem’s suggested mini 1-day itinerary: 

• Morning: after your breakfast at Rostrevor Hotel, head out of The Gap and explore Bridgetown, Barbados. Alternatively, you can pick any of the Barbados Bucket list experiences that I recommend. 

• Early afternoon: towards 4-5:00 PM, return to The Gap and enjoy Happy Hour at any of the beach front hotels. Optional dip in the beach, if you’re in the mood for it! 

• Early evening: around 6:00 PM, return to the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel, refresh, and head out to dinner at any of the amazing restaurants within The Gap. Around that time, you will see a lot of tourists and locals filling up the streets of the Gap. In terms of restaurants, I recommend Cafe Sol: the food portions are generous and the meals are tasty! You can see what it looks like from my 24 hours at the St Lawrence Gap experience here! 

• Late evening: 8:00 – 9:00 PM – keep strolling the streets of The Gap if you are in the mood for it, or return to your hotel for a good night’s rest.

• Morning: 8:00 – 10:00 AM – Enjoy the sea view one more time. Take a dip at the pool, then head to the Almond Tree’s Restaurant for your final breakfast before you check out.

How to book the Barbados Rostrevor Hotel for your next layover or short Barbados getaway

Simply head to the Rostrevor Hotel’s website to secure your reservation. By booking directly with the hotel, you can get additional perks such as complimentary breakfast on a minimum of 3-night stay. Alternatively, you can book using any of the popular hotel booking platforms that you usually opt for during your travels.

I hope you found this information useful, and hope it can better help you plan your next stay in Barbados!
PS: if you loved this blog, you’d definitely enjoy reading my ultimate guide to planning a short-trip to Barbados for the best experiences.