South Gap Hotel

This is our third stay, and to be honest, it’s probably going to be the only place we ever stay (when not renting a villa anyway) I genuinely feel that the hotel rating should be upgraded. The hotel is much more than a 3* Staff - from the wonderful room maids, to the restaurant and bar staff and receptionists alike, the vibe is just joyful and helpful. We often leave a large tip at the end of the stay rather than daily. Restaurant - the food is bloody fantastic and has been for the past 3 years. Not only is it great, with a wonderful selection, it is also really well priced. (Don’t tell the owner) Bedrooms - honestly, due an update, especially the bedroom draws and kitchen draws, but they are extremely comfortable, nicely made up beds each day. The rooms are very clean. The shower pressure is awesome, and the aircon is always working great. The balcony’s overlooking the sea and pool are an absolute joy, something I miss every time we leave. The room maids, we just love them. They work so hard and are wonderful to chat too. The Pool - HEAVEN - although I think some maintenance to the upper level of the perimeter would be very worth while investment, just to make it look spotless. I have claimed the left corner of the steps to sit in the shallow water and read, SO STAY AWAY. By the way - the new sun lounger and furniture are sublime. You won’t even find this quality at Sandy Lane! I’m going to tell you - for the money, you’re really NOT going to stay anywhere better. I have tried and it’s just not the same. To all the TEAM - keep being great. To the OWNER - make sure you keep looking after the people who make your guests so happy! Best wishes and a happy new year Ben and Giles Campbell-Nash

Everything about this property has been perfect. The staff Shareka at the front desk was informative and Lana from housekeeping was superb. I would recommending staying here and if you do decide staying get the ocean view as it’s breath taking. The upkeep of the property was great, everyday the staff cleans which I loved to see. The location was great, especially if you are looking for dancing and food. Thank you team and if I had to visit I would definitely stay at the South Gap again.

This was my first time visiting Barbados, and this hotel exceeded my expectations! From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome and well taken care of. Shakeeta and Sharieka were especially kind and patient they went above and beyond to help me book excursions and dinner reservations, which took a lot of the stress off and allowed me to truly enjoy my birthday. Exceptional staff like them are the reason people come back. Honestly, they deserve a raise! Jeremy (I believe that was his name) at the bar he had braids was also super friendly and added to the relaxed vibe. The pool area was the best part & gorgeous, with stunning views of the ocean. I also loved all the amenities in the room. Housekeeping did an amazing job. I'm very particular about cleanliness, and the room was spotless, smelled fresh, and the AC was perfectly cold. I gave 4 stars because the only downside was the cable channels and Wi-Fi, which were a bit spotty & cut completely out during my stay. But overall, I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for an affordable, chic hotel experience in Barbados. I’ll definitely be back & tell my family and friends to stay here!

Everything was just great. The front desk staff were very approachable and helpful. the room was nice and cosy, well made up with a kitchenette in case you wanted to do your own thing. The view from the room over the sea was breathtaking. Dinner was simply delightful and not expensive as was breakfast. The rum punch was also good.

If i have to describe it… a 10 out of a 10 experience. Besides the fact that the hotel is awesome and my roomview was GORGEOUS… hearing the waves of the ocean in my whole room the whole time which gives a very relaxing sensation. The staff is also a 10 out of a ten, every one of them. Thanks to my girl Shareka who made me feel so comfortable and tried her utter best to give me an early check in, as i arrived early in the morning. Tia is also a sweetheart. Tamisha girl.. you cleaned my room perfectly every time. I really had nu urge to leave the hotel, as the bar and restaurant offers great food and drinks, and the view is at any time awesome. I will definitely go back, i hope asap. South Gap hotel, keep this appearance up! To the staff: thanks for naking my stay so pleasurable.

We had a wonderful stay at the South Gap Hotel. The room was modern, spacious, with a fully stocked kitchenette (microwave and full fridge, no stove), a big comfortable bed, great bathroom, and powerful air conditioner. The views from our room were beautiful! If they can accommodate, ask for a ground floor room, it's a walkout to the pool patio and that was great. The best part of our stay was the staff. They truly made us feel like family from the moment we arrived. I have to thank Nicholas, one of the bartender/restaurant staff, for giving us exceptional customer service and going out of his way to make sure we were always confortable and fed! He even recommended excursions that really made our trip memorable. The front desk staff was also lovey. The only issue I experienced was that the hotel was noticeably understaffed. The housekeeping staff took quite a while to get to our room, with staff missing our room entirely one of the days we requested cleaning. We could see the 1-2 housekeeping staff were doing their best so this did not make or break our experience.

South Gap Hotel is a smaller property, but it is very well managed and has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. It sits right in the St Lawrence Gap, close to restaurants, bars, and the beach, yet it still manages to feel calm and relaxed once you are inside. The staff are attentive and professional without being overbearing, and you get the sense that they genuinely care about keeping guests comfortable. One of the highlights for me was the swimming pool area. The deck was fully renovated in October 2024, and it looks great with all new lounge chairs and modern outdoor furniture. The pool overlooks the ocean, and it is an amazing spot to unwind during the day or enjoy a drink in the evening. The secret to staying here is to book one of the rooms on the lower level that opens directly onto the pool deck. These rooms are convenient, and the sliding doors lead right out to the water. Because those doors are the only windows, the rooms stay nice and dark at night, which makes for a great sleep. You will hear some music from the hotel restaurant in the evening, but it usually finishes by around 11 pm. Overall, it is an excellent choice for comfort, location, and value.

Day 4 out of 14. The hotel is very well set out and all the staff are brilliant. The hotel is spotless and the staff are always making sure it stays that way. Always sun loungers available.|We have had breakfast, lunch and dinner on different days and all are excellent and good value (especially the portion sizes at lunch).|All the staff who look after the bar and restaurant (both teams) always look after you and are very friendly and take time to chat to people. To be fair everybody in the hotel, the people who clean the rooms etc and look after reception are all the same, always have a smile and a friendly word. |To top it off, you step out of the front door and you are on the gap - what more could you want.|Hoping the next 10 days pass very slowly.