Island Inn

Barbados, Caribbean

Star rating

Standard Courtyard Room
Standard Garden View Room
Boardwalk Restaurant
Superior Garden View Room
Junior Suite
Lounge
Standard Garden View Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Superior Garden View
Superior Garden Room
Standard Courtyard Room
Standard Garden View Room
Boardwalk Restaurant
Superior Garden View Room
Junior Suite
Lounge
Standard Garden View Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Superior Garden View
Superior Garden Room

The hotel

Island Inn is a quaint, 24-room, All Inclusive property situated less than a mile from the centre of Historic Bridgetown and within the Garrison Area — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hotel is footsteps away from the beach at the beautiful Carlisle Bay and Pebbles Beach where the horses come and bathe early morning, and is conveniently close to shops and restaurants. Island Inn will amaze you with its disarming simplicity and old world charm, it was originally built as the rum storage facility for the British regiment in Barbados in 1804! Take advantage of your free scuba diving demo in the pool before hitting the big blue, discovering an underwater world that’s just as beautiful as what lies above! The swimming pool makes a change from the beach and is a charming place to lounge beside, soaking up the sun or reading a good book. There’s also The Boardwalk Restaurant for eclectic dining, serving dishes regarded as very special by locals and guests alike. Evenings tend to be very low key although there is live music three times a week plus a weekly manager’s rum punch party to meet and mingle with fellow guests.

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

In the Garrison Historic area, just a 2-minute walk away from the beach at beautiful Carlisle Bay, less than a mile from Bridgetown. Local attractions include George Washington House, Brownes Beach and Barbados Parliament Buildings. Transfer time from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

24 stylish rooms and suites on 1 level. All with air-conditioning, TV, telephone, alarm clock/radio, safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Standard Rooms are located in the original historic building and have either garden or courtyard views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

All Inclusive of: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. All local brand drinks except for speciality wines/Champagne. All entertainment and activities above unless stated otherwise.

Superior Garden View Rooms are larger and located in either the original historic building or in the southern block of the hotel with views over the garden, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Superior Pool Side Rooms are located in the southern block of the hotel with easy access to the swimming pool, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Junior Suites have a separate sitting area and patio with garden and/or partial pool views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

The Boardwalk Restaurant (local and International dishes for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner). Bar (open 10am-11pm daily).

Live entertainment 3 nights per week. Weekly manager’s rum punch party.

Small swimming pool. Mini-gym/fitness centre. Free scuba-diving demo in pool (on request). Lounge with TV and board games.

Babysitting* (on request). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary WiFi access.

A Tourism Fee will be charged per bedroom, per night and will be collected at check out. The rate is subject to change by the Government, and varies by hotel room. Fees currently range from 8.75 Barbadian dollar (approximately £3.90) to 35 Barbadian dollar​ (approximately £16.00) per bedroom, per night. 

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

1 night between 1 Apr-22 Dec. 

5 nights between 6 Jan-31 Mar. 

7 nights between 23 Dec-5 Jan. 

* Denotes local charge.

Dress code: at the Boardwalk Restaurant (year-round) the evening dress code is smart casual which means that gentlemen may wear smart dress shorts and short sleeved shirts (polo shirts are allowed). Please note that no sports replica shirts or club branded merchandise are allowed at dinner.  Smart jeans are allowed. No flip flops or trainers are allowed in the evening in the restaurant.

Cover-ups are required in the restaurant for breakfast and lunch and footwear is required in the restaurant at all times.

Please note: although the dress code has been relaxed at this hotel, there may still be some occasions at the hotel and on the island where long trousers and shirt sleeves will be more appropriate or compulsory for gentlemen, so it is highly recommended to still pack some.

Please note: child ages up to and including 12 years.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Historical boutique hotel

Feb 22, 2025 D G Ontario, Canada

Island Inn used to be the Rum storage building for the Garrison. Our first week of vacation was at a condominium complex and after our travelling companions left for home, my wife and I stayed three nights at Island Inn and loved the vibe the old stone inn offers. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the smokers in the courtyard where you could sit… Read more
Island Inn used to be the Rum storage building for the Garrison. Our first week of vacation was at a condominium complex and after our travelling companions left for home, my wife and I stayed three nights at Island Inn and loved the vibe the old stone inn offers. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the smokers in the courtyard where you could sit and enjoy a drink and watch some entertainment. The barmen are very generous with their pours at times and they offer Banks on Tap or in bottles which was nice. The "all inclusive" was good for us this short time as we have always thought it to be a waste while visiting Barbados as there are so many great restaurants to enjoy. The lunch and dinner meals are menu based and we found them all to be very tasty with a hint of Bajan flare. Breakfast is buffet style, but you can do made to order as well. We had a garden view room which was well appointed with a King bed. Very comfortable, yet a little small. It's in a great location steps to Pebbles Beach. Cuzz (local fish cutters) is sooooo close. We enjoyed getting up early and watching the Green Monkeys cross back and forth over the road and up on roof tops. I guarantee you will have a sighting during your stay. It was also fun watching the race horses go by on their way for a sea swim. Thanks go to all the Island Inn staff for a very hospitable stay. We will defiantly return and recommend! Read less
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Feb 12, 2025 Cpez08 Newcastle, United Kingdom

I loved this place! The food is more than adequate if you want Michelin star quality eat out one evening! The staff are wonderful and so hard working, of course they have different personalities but everyone is very professional and efficient. The rooms are lovely, have everything you need and are well worth the price. Location is great 2 mins… Read more
I loved this place! The food is more than adequate if you want Michelin star quality eat out one evening! The staff are wonderful and so hard working, of course they have different personalities but everyone is very professional and efficient. The rooms are lovely, have everything you need and are well worth the price. Location is great 2 mins from pebble beach and access to xr bus route. I would not hesitate to book again Read less
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Feb 12, 2025 June M Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Great relaxing holiday in this small hotel with a friendly vibe , rooms are a good size just a little dated but very clean . The food was very good so do not agree with the negative comments on here , we spoke to many couples who were very happy with all aspects of this 3 star hotel , maybe some people have 4 star expectations 🤔 I think this… Read more
Great relaxing holiday in this small hotel with a friendly vibe , rooms are a good size just a little dated but very clean . The food was very good so do not agree with the negative comments on here , we spoke to many couples who were very happy with all aspects of this 3 star hotel , maybe some people have 4 star expectations 🤔 I think this hotel is more suited to couples rather than families but that’s suits us and we would happily return ! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Quaint, charming and a great place to holiday.

Feb 10, 2025 J3995XHstephenw Wirral, United Kingdom

Visited for 2 weeks with my wife. Loved our holiday so much we have already booked to come to Island Inn again. Island Inn is ideally located for Peebles Beach, about 100 yards to walk. The accommodation is an old rum warehouse. If your someone who likes hotels to be modern and all marble and mirrors probably not for you. This place is full of… Read more
Visited for 2 weeks with my wife. Loved our holiday so much we have already booked to come to Island Inn again. Island Inn is ideally located for Peebles Beach, about 100 yards to walk. The accommodation is an old rum warehouse. If your someone who likes hotels to be modern and all marble and mirrors probably not for you. This place is full of charm and character including the staff from Manager all the way through to the night security. Rooms are what I expect from a hotel room. Clean, tidy, well serviced and totally functional. Let’s be honest, it’s Barbados, how much time do you want to spend in your room! We went all inclusive. Food is good. Mainly seated service apart from breakfast which is buffet. We did have some buffet lunches and evening meals were food also on the whole good. I have an intolerance to gluten. I notified hotel before I traveled and they were able to provide gluten free option’s including bread and pasta. We thought all staff were great. Engaging and charming. They don’t always have time for long conversations but they are there to serve. Loved bar and courtyard at night. Chance to chat with other guests or just sit back and chill if preferred. Some good entertainment provided on various nights. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Convenient but the all inclusive element is a total waste of money

Feb 2, 2025 Andrea C Bath, United Kingdom

The superior garden room was comfortable and spotless. We had planned a day by the pool but it is small and the terrace very crowded so went to Pebbles beach. Here we hired loungers. The food was very poor as was the quality of the wine. But the location is handy for the Garrison and Bridgetown. We have paid the same amount to stay at an exquisite… Read more
The superior garden room was comfortable and spotless. We had planned a day by the pool but it is small and the terrace very crowded so went to Pebbles beach. Here we hired loungers. The food was very poor as was the quality of the wine. But the location is handy for the Garrison and Bridgetown. We have paid the same amount to stay at an exquisite boutique hotel in Bequia. Read less