Surfers Bay Resort

I made reservations to see the Live Reggae band during my families trip, however when we arrived they had no record of the reservation. They tried to claim it was never made, however once I showed the manager my call log to confirm when I called and confirmed he was the person I spoke with he became dismissive and unconcerned. Suggesting we should just stand against a wall for the evening as there were no tables available. The hostess was trying to find something but he was terrible. Would not recommend.

Great spot, out of the hustle and bustle. Very chilled vibe, self contained studios and suits, with a rustic design, decor and feel. Everything needed for a short stay, restaurant/bar on site open 4-5 days a week. If you want to experience a local, Reggae experience, check if ‘Right Side of Red’ are playing on a Sunday.

We loved our stay at Surfer’s Bay! My husband and I booked Room 11 on the upper floor, which had air conditioning, two bedrooms, bathroom, dining/kitchen space and a terrace with L shaped sofas, hammock and picnic table. The suite was really lovely - it was decorated in beachy neutrals and had everything we needed for our week stay. The terrace and poolside views of the gorgeous blue Barbados waters made our vacation. ||The gastropub serves great pub food. The Bajan chicken curry, fishcakes and burger were faves. Music is loud on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday but it’s really fun! I used silicone earplugs to block out noise if I wanted an early night on those evenings.||We hired a Suzuki Jimny from Stoute Avis Rentals at the airport, which was perfect for us as we used Surfer’s Bay as a base from which to explore the entire island. ||With a location right on a tropical beach, of course you might find the odd insect or tiny ants, so it’s important to put food in the fridge or airtight containers, keep surfaces clean and wash dirty dishes straight after dining. We were careful not to leave delish Bajan banana bread crumbs anywhere! No bugs in sight after realizing we just had to be a little thoughtful. ||Our departure flight was only at 5pm so Will kindly let us leave our luggage at his office in Room 1 and offered us the use of Room 2 to freshen up and change before leaving for the airport.||Our restaurant recommendations included:||Surfer’s Cafe in Oistins for brunch - go early for a beach view table - it is a wow!|Champers in Bridgetown for a romantic dinner|The Fish Pot in Saint Peter (my absolute fave) for a beautiful lunch - the earlier you book the better table you receive. Love their fair seating system!|La Cabane for a chill beachside fish and jerk chicken grill. Stunning beach!||Enjoy!!

I'm a bit surprised at the overwhelming positivity / high ratings in the reviews that I read before booking Surfers Bay Resort. Starting with the positives, I believe that the location is exactly what I was looking for. It's out of the way of the busy Bridgetown area while still being with reach of all the key areas of the island. It was quiet at night, beautiful location, and the staff were very friendly when I saw them the one time. With that said, there were so many issues with this hotel that I cannot in good faith go higher than an average rating. There were ants all over the place, and not just ants, but flies as well. All night we would wake up to flies within 4 feet of us. A very simple upgrade that would go a long way is screens on the windows. The toilet was one of the most pathetic toilets I've experienced. I've been to rural parts of Thailand with better toilets. You'll need at least 5+ flushes to get anything down. On top of that, at least 80% of our showers were warm at best. The last detail I will complain about is the balcony. Staying in a suite I expected a bit more privacy. However, you basically share a slightly offset balcony with the suite next to you. Not sure it's worth the price you pay given all the issues.

From the moment we arrived, Will and his team made us feel at home. The beautifully decorated suites had every comfort, with a well-equipped kitchen for cooking and super-comfy beds that gave us the best sleep. The spacious balconies were a dream, with hammocks and plenty of seating—perfect for relaxing. The lovely pool was another highlight, offering plenty of space to unwind and listen to the sound of the crashing waves! The bar was lots of fun with live music at the weekend - cocktails and food were both outstanding! Really nice vibe of locals and visitors! Every detail made our stay truly special—we can’t wait to return! Massive thanks to Will, Matt and the team for having us and hopefully see you again next year!

Got home this morning and am so sad its over. |I ended up travelling alone which wasn’t the original plan so I was keen to have a home base & I definitely chose the best one. |Surfers bay is probably one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. |I don’t do big fancy high rise hotel complex’s I much prefer the rustic authentic style surfers bay has and it did not disappoint. |The room was perfect and had everything I needed. |The pool area was gorgeous as were the surroundings. |Location was amazing, quiet yes but that’s what I came for. |There is a beautiful walk along the cost to silver sands beach and silver rock beach which i did every day twice a day. |The restraunt is lovely and all the food I tried was fabulous especially the tuna. |The atmosphere in the evenings when the sun is setting with a bonfire and the ocean as your backdrop was just so special. |Staff were wonderful, Matt and Will are lovely and so helpful. They really have created a beautiful space and I can’t thank you guys enough for having me. |I will be back & will recommend to anyone else visiting Barbados. |Thank you so much! |Katie x

Just got back from Surfer’s Bay with my family (10, 12, 23) and already missing it. If you’re looking for a more secluded, laid-back spot in Barbados, this place is it. Super easy to get around, and the peaceful vibe was exactly what we were hoping for.||Will and his dad Matt were great hosts. They were kind, engaging, helpful, and always available if you needed anything. Solid people. Reggae Night on Sunday was hands down the best live reggae I can remember hearing.||The restaurant was solid comparatively (great cocktails too), but just a heads-up: it doesn’t open until 4pm, so grab some groceries at Massy’s or another shop to have breakfast/lunch covered. Totally manageable if you plan ahead!||Since I read the other more negative reviews before writing this, here's my experience: || 1. The A/C worked just fine. Just make sure to keep the doors closed and it cools down.| 2. We only saw ants when we left food on the counter (our bad). As long as you’re tidy, no issues.| 3. We had plenty of hot water for 5 people back-to-back after a day in the ocean. No problem.||All in all, we had an awesome time. Already dreaming about going back!

Surfers Bay was the best casual laid back place to stay. Great ocean front facility on the south end of the island where things are not touristy at all. Matt and his son will were amazing hosts and the amenities of the property were great. The cab driver, Micheal, who was recommended by the owners of the resort, could not have been any better. Promt friendly and very knowledgeable. He took very good care of us the whole trip