Welcome to Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
The Ultimate All-Inclusive St James Resort
A stylish blend of barefoot Caribbean and elegant Mediterranean design, this St James all-inclusive resort is located on Barbados’s idyllic West Coast, just 35 minutes from Grantley Adams Airport, 20 minutes from the capital, Bridgetown, and only 10 minutes from the upscale Limegrove Lifestyle Shopping Center as well as the local nightlife in Holetown. Perfect for those seeking soft adventure with delicious dining, Tamarind is one of the island’s family-friendly properties situated on a beautiful beach on the Platinum West Coast. Our St James resort features include premium rooms and suites, many boasting stunning ocean views, an exciting range of motorized and non-motorized water sports, an innovative program of kids’ and teens’ events and delicious cuisine at our restaurant.
Rooms & Suites
Relax in the vibrant and spacious rooms and suites with spectacular views.
Kids Under 5 Years Old Stay Free!
Bring the whole family on an all-inclusive vacation to remember at Tamarind! With our year-long offer, kids 0-5 years old stay for free, so you can create lasting memories.
Why Stay at Tamarind?
Included at Tamarind
Tamarind an all-inclusive experience of pure relaxation, includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and snacks in between, bespoke tours and activities, fitness classes, motorized water sports. Service ambassadors tend to your every whim with the simple lift of a finger at our hotel in Barbados.

Beach & Pool Ambassadors
Our service ambassadors treat you with gracious Bajan hospitality from arrival to departure. They take great pride in sharing their expert local recommendations with you to assist in crafting your dream island holiday.
Flying Fish Kids Club
Tamarind is great for family adventures, and kids love the Flying Fish Kids Club and Club Tamarind, a teen lounge with Wii, foosball, ping pong, air hockey, pool, flat-screen TVs and computers so parents can enjoy some quality time alone.
Fitness Centre & Classes
Set the calm tone of your day by enjoying a morning yoga or Pilates session. Work up a sweat with a power workout at our on-site fitness centre and cool down with a walk along our beautiful beach.
Free Wi-Fi
Guests enjoy the convenience of complimentary Wi-Fi and high speed internet service available in guest rooms and throughout our beachfront property.

Motorized and Non-Motorized Water Sports
Complimentary motorized and non-motorized water sports offer ocean-going adventure at Tamarind. Create unforgettable memories with water skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, kayaking, and more.

Water Taxi
Our complimentary water taxi will transport you to our sister hotels so that you can try different restaurants every day.
The Need for Speed
Complimentary Motorized and Non-motorized Water Sports
Complimentary motorized water sports allow you experience a high-speed adventure at sea. Free lessons are provided for waterskiing, tubing, as well as stand up paddle boarding, snorkeling and kayaking.

Best Beaches in the Caribbean
Tamarind is ideally situated the famed Platinum West Coast known for calm seas and dazzling sunsets. Our hotel boasts one of the most beautiful beaches in Barbados close to local restaurants and bars as well as luxury shopping areas.

What to Expect
Plan and Prepare for your Stay
Exchange Dining
Dine Around Program
Our guests staying at Crystal Cove, Turtle Beach, Tamarind, Treasure Beach, The House or Waves Hotel & Spa can enjoy free exchange dining between these hotels. To dine between the hotels, guests simply need to speak with the Front Desk of the hotel where they are staying in order to make dining reservations at the other property.


GETTING HERE
Tamarind by Elegant Hotels - All-Inclusive
1 Paynes Bay, St James, Barbados, BB24009

Located on the Platinum West Coast of the island, our barefoot chic hotel is nestled on a stretch of pristine beach overlooking the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea.

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Property Details
All Inclusive
Free Wifi
Horseback Riding
Snorkeling
Watercraft Rental
Water Skiing
Service Request
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Pets Not Allowed
No pets allowed
Accepts: Credit Cards
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +1 246-432-1332
Daphne's restaurant ramp
Carbon Footprint: 132.19 kg per room night
Water Footprint: 3492.89 liters per room night