Bougainvillea Beach Resort

Very Nice Honeymoon Experience

This was a safe and enjoyable honeymoon place. We arrived very late and found champagne in our fridge. We liked the huge bathroom, the bed was a bit hard but practical and in the morning we discovered our beautiful ocean view! That made up for the slightly dated furnishings. We got the Best of Barbados package so we enjoyed free breakfast every day at Lanterns which has a nice selection of decently prepared food and good service. The beach was clean and not too crowded so we always got a good spot. We saw mostly families so we felt safe to leave stuff on our lounges while we swam or stopped at the bar, though don’t make this a habit with all the beach vendors/drug dealers around (who pleasantly go away if you say no to everything). The grounds were lovely and well maintained. The staff was helpful in answering our questions and booking activities with our BoB discounts, thanks Dana! The resort includes a 2nd restaurant, a gym, salon, gift shop, taxis always waiting and a lunch truck parked outside on weekdays - all very convenient. We also really enjoyed the rum punch made by James at the pool bar and now make it at home! You don’t have to leave the resort because they offer a lot to do but while it is a pleasant place, it isn’t the most romantic for newlyweds (few perks, lots of kids). But the Gap is a very nearby and offers some romantic dining and nightlife. That said, we really did enjoy our stay and plan to bring friends back to the Bougainvillea for more adventures.

The Best of Barbados package was very useful to us and recognized everywhere. We had no trouble with our discount book coupons or Gourmet Dining Club savings card. Also plan ahead and convert some money or plan to loose some on the exchange for service. Do not put in extra thinking they will exchange it for you, they will take it as tip money.

hopefully we will go back

need waitrees service at the beach and pool during the day and there should be frozen drinks served during happy hour

Just Right

This resort was just right-not too large, not too small. Not overflowing with people nor a ghost town. My wife and I quickly settled into their vibe. Even on things that didn’t turn out right (like the full size bed-not queen), the overall vibe turned that disappointment into a minor issue. Customer service was excellent. We came in late that afternoon, after the deadline for ordering supplies for our kitchen, yet they still took our order and delivered the next day. This was the first resort where I felt right at home the entire time.