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Southern Palms Beach Club
Southern Palms Beach Club
ST LAWRENCE GAP, BARBADOS
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Beachfront location
Located directly on the beach, with access to white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.
Room options
Offers a variety of room options, from standard rooms to spacious suites.
Great facilities
Features a range of on-site amenities and leisure facilities, including multiple swimming pools and a fitness centre.
Airport transfer time from Babados Airport is 30 mins by coach
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Description
The Southern Palms Beach Club in Barbados is a tropical paradise, located directly on the beautiful white sandy beach at Dover Beach in St Lawrence Gap. The hotel offers a variety of room options, from standard rooms to spacious suites, all of which are designed to provide guests with comfort and relaxation.
The hotel features a range of on-site amenities and leisure facilities, including beachfront swimming pool and a small fitness center, as well as a variety of dining options, from casual to fine dining. With its prime location enjoying views of the Caribbean Sea, the hotel is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy all that Barbados has to offer.
Rooms
The Southern Palms Hotel offers a variety of room options to suit the needs of all guests and there are just 92 rooms in total, making your holiday feel less commercial and more special. Standard rooms are spacious and comfortable, featuring modern room amenities such as air conditioning, satellite TV, and a balcony or terrace. For those who prefer a little extra space, the hotel also offers suites, which are larger and more luxurious, featuring separate living areas and additional amenities such as kitchenettes. All room types are decorated in a tropical style, with bright colors and comfortable furnishings, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. All rooms have air conditioning, free WiFi, TV and hairdryer.
Check in time: 2:30pm
Check out time: 12pm
Garden/Pool View Room
Providing all you need for a relaxing, tropical stay, the garden view and pool view rooms sleep up to 2 adults in either one king bed or two single beds. Each room has its own balcony or terrace, ensuring you can still enjoy the sea breeze. Along with the all important air conditioning, garden & pool view rooms have a mini fridge, kettle, iron & ironing board, bathroom toiletries and a hair dryer. Free Wi-Fi is also available.
BOOK NOWOcean View Room
Of course, if you're coming to the Caribbean, you'll want to take advantage of those stunning sea views. The ocean view rooms here are the perfect upgrade for your stay. Sleeping up to 4 people in 2 queen beds (or a couple in a king sized bed), not only do they have extra space, but have a balcony or terrace with ocean views. You can still expect all the other amenities and facilities, like pool towels, hairdryer, safe, flat screen TV, refrigerator and air conditioning.
BOOK NOWJunior Suite
Ideal if you prefer extra space and facilities, or are on holiday with your family, junior suites sleep up to 4 people with a king size bed and queen size sofa bed. You'll also get a kitchenette featuring a fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, toaster, icebox and cooking hobs, making it great if you are on a long-stay holiday or want to save a little money by self catering some of your meals.
BOOK NOWLuxury Suite
The ultimate upgrade at the Southern Palms Barbados, the luxury suite provides plenty of space. These luxury suites can vary with some having garden views while others enjoy sea views. Some also have a duplex style layout, with a separate sleeping area upstairs. Note that children under 10 years old are not able to stay in these duplex suites.
BOOK NOWLatest Holiday Offers
There are some fantastic offers available at the Southern Palms Beach Club with many top ABTA and ATOL protected tour operators like TUI, British Airways and Virgin Holidays, providing flight and hotel packages to the resort. These beach holidays can be great for ensuring your financial protection and often include luggage, airport transfers and more. Travel agents in the United Kingdom, like Love Holidays, Hays Travel and Kuoni can also feature flight and hotel deals, but check to make sure what is included, as for some of the latest deals, you may need to add on things like luggage or airport transfers separately to your booking and can increase prices.
Keep an eye out for great deals and discounts like free child places or discount codes which can help bring down the cost of your holiday, as well as packages which include more than just a flight and hotel, like airport transfers, check-in luggage and seat selection. Many tour operators now also offer a low deposit scheme, which can be particularly great for faraway holidays, helping you pay off the balance over time. Simply search below to find some of the latest deals, along with other hotels in Christ Church and St Lawrence Gap.
Facilities
FREE WIFI
TWO SWIMMING POOLS
TV
AIR CONDITIONING
BAR
ENTERTAINMENT
HALF BOARD AVAILABLE
The hotel offers a range of on-site amenities and leisure facilities to keep guests entertained and relaxed during their stay, including a main swimming pool that's right on the sea front and a smaller pool. Other amenities include an on-site beauty salon with a range of treatments. For those who prefer to stay active, the hotel also offers a range of activities such as tennis, beach volleyball, and water sports which can be organised at an additional cost. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort, including in rooms.
Swimming Pools
There are two outdoor swimming pools, both of which are located right on the beachfront, offering gorgeous views of the sand and sea from the lounge chairs. The main pool is located between Banyan Court rooms and the restaurants. The second pool enjoys a quiet location in front of the Crescent Beach rooms.
Gym
To help keep up with your fitness on holiday in Barbados, the hotel has a small indoor gym and fitness centre with some basic equipment near the Crescent building, as well as an outdoor gym near the mini golf. There's also a beauty salon for day-to-day needs, and although there isn't a spa at the Southern Palms, they can arrange for massages and other treatments.
Activities
Shuffleboard, table tennis, tennis, volleyball and a 9 hole mini-golf course are all available to enjoy during the day if you get itchy feet and need to go off and do something other than soaking up the sun on a lounger by the pool. Non-motorised watersports like snorkelling and windsurfing are also available free of charge.
Evening Entertainment
Several days a week, you can enjoy some light live entertainment in the evenings. Perfect for enjoying with your favourite cocktail after dinner. Live music ranges from country and western bands to steel pan bands and reggae. For the most up-to-date information on evening entertainment, check the Southern Palms app.
Weddings
Being located in such an idyllic position on Dover Beach in south Barbados, the resort is incredibly popular for beach weddings. They even have a dedicated wedding specialist you can help you plan and arrange your magical day, from organising an intimate beach wedding to the finer details like flowers, group reservations and marriage requirements like a minister or marriage licence fee.
Food & Drink
The Southern Palms Beach Club offers a variety of dining options to suit the tastes of all guests. There are two main restaurants here, the Garden Terrace Restaurant, and the Khus Khus Bar. Guests can also enjoy complimentary afternoon tea, the ideal way to cool off mid-afternoon from the warm Caribbean sun. If you want to head out in the evening, there are a number of bars and restaurants in the local area to try out too.
The Garden Terrace Restaurant
The resort's main restaurant is The Garden Terrace Restaurant and serves a range of international and local cuisine, from burgers and sandwiches at lunch, to a barbeque buffet dinner on select nights of the week. The mix of buffet and a la carte options means you won't get bored with the meal choices.
Garden Terrace Restaurant Meal Times:
Breakfast Buffet: 7:30am - 10:30am
Lunch: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Dinner: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Khus Khus Bar
For a more casual dining experience, the hotel also has a beachside grill, the Khus Khus Bar, where guests can enjoy a selection of grilled meats, seafood, family favourites like hot dogs and chicken wings, as well as light bites if you're only a little bit peckish.
This is also the place to come for a cold drink to cool down after enjoying some time by the pool, or in the evening with a little live entertainment. Beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks are all available, as well as your favourite Caribbean cocktails like Pina Coladas, Daiquiris and Margaritas, all available while taking in the beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea.
Room Service
Room service and in-room dining is also available to guests for an extra cost. A select menu is available from 7:30am through to 10pm, allowing you to enjoy breakfast in bed, or a quiet meal in the evening on the balcony.
Things To Do
The resort hotel is located in a prime spot, offering guests a wide range of activities and attractions to enjoy. It is directly on the beach, where guests can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and a variety of water sports. For those who prefer to stay on land, the hotel is also close to a number of golf courses and tennis courts. The property is also located near a variety of shops, restaurants, and nightlife, making it the perfect base for exploring the island.
Beach & Water Sports
There are lots of great beach and water sports activities to enjoy along the beach here and a little further afield, from stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) and beach volleyball to snorkelling and even shipwreck scuba diving.
Tours, Excursions & Day Trips
Fancy getting out and exploring more of the island? There are some excellent day trips to try out. Book in advance to avoid disappointment, or ask the reception staff for help and recommendations. Trips including catamaran cruises, a submarine trip, walking food tour in Bridgetown or a tour of Harrison's Cave.
Go Turtle Spotting On Dover Beach
Dover Beach is an active nesting location for turtles and the resort works closely with the Barbados Sea Turtle Project. If you're visiting between April and October, you might be privileged to catch sight of turtles laying eggs or a nest hatching.
Golf
Barbados might not be the first place you think of for a golf holiday, but there's a beautiful championship course here, the Barbados Golf Course.
Contact Details & Location
If you haven't yet travelled, your first port of call should be to speak to your tour operator or travel agent about your booking. If you do need to speak to the hotel directly, you can do so in a number of ways. You can also find lots of photos, latest video reviews, local offers and information on their social media like Facebook and Instagram.
Address
St Lawrence Gap
Dover
Christ Church
BB15017
Barbados
Email Address
You can contact the hotel via email at reservations@southernpalms.net
Contact Number
If you prefer to contact the hotel by phone, the best contact phone number is +1-246-428-7171
Getting Here
St Lawrence Gap and the hotel are only about 10km from Barbados airport and by coach will take around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic and any other hotel stops along the way. Both are within the region of Christ Church.
Hotel Website
You can find lots more information, photos and details on the hotel website at https://www.southernpalms.net/.
Southern Palms Hotel App
In partnership with Vamoos, you can find lots of really useful information, resort map, pictures and much more on the Southern Palms app. Just download the Vamoos app and enter 'SPalms' into the ID box.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Southern Palms Resort?
The resort is located in St Lawrence Gap, about 10km from Barbados Airport.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, there is a dress code which is no swimwear during the day and smart casual in the evening, with trousers requested for men, however, you may find that many people don't follow this too much.
Is there a hairdryer in the room?
Yes, there are hairdryers in all rooms.
Is there a microwave in the room?
No, there are no microwaves in the rooms.
Is there free parking?
Yes, there is free parking available at the hotel.
Is there a gym?
Yes, there is a small gym at the hotel.
Where is the nearest beach?
The hotel is located on Dover Beach which is the nearest beach.
Weather
The island has a rainy season that runs from June to October and a dry season that runs from December to May. The temperature throughout the year remains fairly constant, with an average high of around 30°C and an average low of around 24°C. During the rainy season, the island experiences occasional thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, especially in the afternoon and evening. The dry season is the most popular time to visit, as the weather is sunny and dry, with very little rainfall. The island can be affected by hurricanes during the rainy season, although they are not a common occurrence.
Latest Reviews In 2024
The Southern Palms Beach Club receives positive reviews from guests for its prime location, friendly staff, and comfortable accommodation. Many guests have noted the beautiful beaches and clear waters just steps from the hotel. The dining option and leisure facilities have also received praise. Some guests have mentioned that the hotel's facilities and amenities could benefit from some updates and renovations.
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