About this property

Offering apartments with terraces, Shades is set in beautiful gardens, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach at Payne’s Bay. It features an outdoor swimming pool and a gym. Set in a traditional Bajan Chattel house, Shades offers bright, attractive apartments. All accommodation has a living area with a sofa and a flat-screen TV. The kitchen comes with a microwave, fridge, oven and coffee maker. Restaurants, bars and cafés can be found in the centre of Durants, a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Other food options are available after a 5-minute drive towards Holetown from the property. There are 3 golf courses within 2 km of Shades, while Flower Forest Park is a 20-minute drive away. Bridgetown is 8 km from the hotel, and Grantley Adams International Airport can be reached in 35 minutes by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our stay at Shades was great. We have two small children and Rochelle went above and beyond to help us have a comfortable stay with everything we needed. The apartment was really big and had everything we needed, it was super quiet and we usually...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    So much better than the pictures. Exceeded our expectations with friendliness, peacefulness and quality of the facilities. Parakeets flying overhead, monkeys seen through the foliage, humming birds on the flowers, immaculate garden and beautiful...
  • Elliot
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really great place with lovely family running the property. Well placed in Paynes bay and the bus up and down the coast.
  • Nadia
    Canada Canada
    We really enjoyed our stay at Shades! The apartment was a nice size and well appointed. The property is well maintained and has a lovely, private oasis feeling. We loved hearing various birds and seeing monkeys pass by daily. The location was...
  • Gareth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is set in a beautiful plot and our generous balcony overlooked the grounds and swimming pool, featuring luscious palms and Traveller's trees - simply stunning. The local beach - Paynes Bay was a 4 minute stroll from the apartment and...
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment was perfect for us, very clean and spacious. The gardens were beautifully kept with various birds and monkeys passing through. The pool, gym and relaxation areas were all great too. Paynes Bay is just at the end of the road which is...
  • Joanna
    Australia Australia
    Loved how the accommodation was our own little villa. With an equipped kitchen and very private. Easy 2km walk (30 minute walk) to the centre of Holetown (or a BBD$30 /US$15 taxi ride).
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Family run accommodation, with a family feel. A charity golf event was conducted at Shades and we were made to feel welcome to join in. Great atmosphere and lots of money raised for a very worthwhile cancer charity. We loved feeding the tame...
  • Michelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Host communicated in advance, offering any help required for arrival and was always available to help with anything needed. Nothing was too much trouble :)
  • Gill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    perfect location and beach at end of road, wonderful hosts. really large apartment and cannot fault anything. such good value for money. lovely pool open all the time and really peaceful. wonderful hosts.

Managed by Shades of Barbados

Company review score: 10Based on 23 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Shades is famous for its lush manicured landscaped garden. The matured palm trees create the much needed shade and the wonderful variety of tropical fruit trees and flowers create the ultimate Caribbean lifestyle setting. A truly warm charming family welcome awaits you on your arrival at Shades. Immediately you will experience the hospitality and personal attention that only a small family owned and managed establishment can provide.

Property information

These luxurious self contained apartments are situated just a 2 minute walk away from Paynes Bay beach on the famous west coast of Barbados. Its unique location enhances the total Caribbean experience. Shades is situated just 400 yards away from the famous Sandy Lane golf course and 10 minutes drive away from Royal Westmoreland Golf Course.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Shades takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 12:00 to 12:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Shades in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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