Waves Hotel & Spa reviews
1184 TripAdvisor reviews
A magical holiday
Joanna W on May 07, 2025
We had the most wonderful holiday at Waves. The hotel is beautiful - our room was stunning with an amazing ocean view. What made it incredible was the service and staff - everyone was so lovely and could...n't do enough for you. The only drawbacks were that the beach was a bit short - there had been a recent storm which washed some of it away, and the sister hotel was closed for renovation so we couldn't take the complementary water taxi there. Neither of these could be avoided by the hotel.
A very special place with lovely staff
Rebecca M on May 07, 2025
We had a fantastic time at the Waves hotel. Its small size makes it very special - it feels like a boutique hotel. The care and attention provided by the staff was incredible - from the amazing restaurant ...team, including Ether at the egg station, to the brilliant bar staff who were so lovely, and the team who kept the hotel immaculately clean. A big shout out goes to Antwone who led the special activities for kids over Easter - he was brilliant and was adored by all the children (including my 7 year old). The location of the hotel is lovely - the deck overlooking the sea is gorgeous and while the beach is quite small there was always space on the sun beds. The complimentary spa treatments were also great and I loved the yoga classes too. We could not recommend this place highly enough and hope to return!
We would revisit!
Lynn K (Saint Louis, Missouri) on May 02, 2025
We enjoyed our stay at Waves Resort. It's a quaint resort that fosters a social atmosphere, allowing guests to easily connect with one another. We met several people from different parts of the world, addi...ng to the charm of our stay. Staff: The staff went out of their way to please the guests. Special shout-outs to Tamika, who took care of us the entire stay, and Kenny at the bar. Every staff member made us feel special, always acknowledging us. Celebrating our anniversary was memorable with a bottle of wine, dessert in our room, and a special table set up for dinner. Beach: The beachfront location is stunning, providing a perfect backdrop for a tranquil vacation. The beach is shorter than expected, but didn't stop us from snorkeling and enjoying the multiple water sports. Although sailing wasn't possible due to wind conditions, snorkeling right outside the resort was a highlight, with fish and turtles. Our drinks never ran dry at the beach, thanks to the attentive staff. Rooms: The rooms were fine, though they could use a refresh in decor. Bed was comfortable Food: Dining options are varied, with a mix of à la carte and buffet styles. We enjoyed eating at Kyma (now called Organic & Co.), which offers quick eats like sandwiches, wraps, salads, pastries, and coffee. We also took the ferry to Crystal Cove resort as part of the Dine Around Program and dined at Reflections. The buffet-style meal was okay, but the open-air atmosphere was quite hot, even with fans. Activities: We signed up for the Friday Night Oistins Fish Fry, which was highly recommended. The hotel provided transportation, making it easy to enjoy the event. The Fish Fry featured numerous booths with different types of seasoned seafood, souvenirs, and music. It was packed, so grabbing an open table quickly was a good idea. Overall, Waves Resort & Spa is a wonderful choice for those looking to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Barbados. The combination of excellent service, beautiful views, and a variety of activities makes it a memorable destination. We would definitely come back again to the resort.
Beautiful ocean front resort. Amazing staff
c4trader (Houston, Texas) on Apr 26, 2025
Beautiful beachside resort with a personalized small, quaint feeling. I had an ocean view room that felt like I was on top of the water. The food was good. A fairly small pool on the main property, but a... larger beautiful pool on the adjacent part of the resort. One of the most impressive parts of the experience was the amazing staff. Everyone, from the general manager, Kim, who made a special effort to greet people and make sure they were enjoying their stay, to the staff at the reception desk, and even the bartenders and waitresses. The omelette cook, Ether, “taught“ me how to cook an omelette every morning. ??. I’ll be staying at Waves again.
Great Stay Overall
Jared P on Apr 25, 2025
I would start this review by saying that all-in-all, this is a great resort and my wife and I had a wonderful time. Positives: very friendly staff, fabulous nighttime entertainment, and the resort itself ...is clean and well- maintained. One other bonus and this is HUGE - it’s quiet and low-key, which means no boorish drunken guests, debauchery and/or loud music blaring over the pool speakers. Great activities such as kayaking, paddle-boarding and snorkeling are included and can be accessed right from the resort’s beach. The lounge chairs and amenities on the beach were plentiful and we never had to wait for some to become available. Negatives: the food, while tasty, is limited in selection. I tried to order an off-menu item that had been served a previous evening and our server refused the request. There is a coffee shop on-site that serves the same items daily, but as far as the restaurants are concerned, what you see on the menu, is what you get. There is a busy street that separates the family, beachside portion of the resort and the adult-only side. As far as I know this isn’t listed on the website and would’ve been nice to know prior as it was somewhat unnerving going back n’forth across a busy street throughout the day. Again, overall this is a terrific resort. If you’re looking for a tranquil, beach resort getaway that offers some fun perks and friendly service, than Waves is a perfect fit. Special shout out to Ryan, Ether, Troy and Loreal for going the extra mile to make our stay special!