Coral Sands Beach Resort Rating: 3.5 Pearls

Southern Barbados, Barbados

This small hotel is not for the young party crowd. It tends to attract older repeat guests who want to read a good book by the ocean. In fact, a book-exchange shelf is provided near the lobby for guest use. The lobby and common areas are spacious and bright, with large windows and beachy decor. The indoor restaurant serves breakfast daily (and sometimes dinner) but is rarely busy because every room has a kitchenette.

Outside areas remain uncrowded and include a good-sized pool with lounge chairs, and a poolside bar and patio overlooking the ocean. To get even closer to the waves, a side door leads to an alley, and within just a few steps guests are walking onto a spectacular natural beach area that is by far the best part of the hotel. It is the kind of perfect beach that guests dream about after they leave -- and the kind of beach that keeps bringing them back.

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Coral Sands is on the lively south coast, yet its quiet side-street location keeps the property free from traffic and crowds. St. Lawrence Gap or “The Gap” -- a one-mile-long area of restaurants, shops, and bars -- is within walking distance. The most notable part of Coral Sands' exact location is Worthing Beach, a beautiful spot that sees more sea turtles than people.

• 15-minute drive to Grantley Adams International Airport
• 10-minute walk to “The Gap”
• 7-minute drive to Bridgetown
• 9-minute drive to Oistins Fish Fry
• 22-minute drive to Sandy Lane Country Club and golf courses
• 22-minute drive to Holetown
• 24-minute drive to Harrison’s Cave
• 24-minute drive to Flower Forest Botanical Gardens
• 28-minute drive to Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
• 31-minute drive to Soup Bowl surfing area

All studio rooms have two double beds and are similar in layout, size, and decor. The kitchenettes are bigger than expected, and come equipped with all the necessities (minus an oven). The main bedroom areas are spacious, and white walls are accented with bright yellow or green comforters, and flowered curtains. Each studio has a balcony, and every room -- even those on the first floor -- has a view of the ocean.

• Ocean views from every room
• Covered private balcony or terrace with seating
• Fully equipped kitchenettes (no ovens)
• Coffee and tea starter kit
• Large closets
• Older tube TVs
• Double sinks in the bathrooms

• A beautiful beach steps from the property that often gets sea turtles
• An outdoor pool, lounge, and bar area that is rarely (if ever) crowded
• A 24-hour front desk
• Walking distance to grocery stores, shops, restaurants, and bars
• Computers are available for guest use
• Free Wi-Fi
• Beach chairs area available, but on a first come, first serve basis
• Book-exchange shelf in the lobby
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Coral Sands' restaurant serves a hearty breakfast, though it can be pricey. In-room delivery is also available. Dinner, depending on demand, is sometimes served.

• A poolside bar on the premise serves cocktails
• A nearby grocery store allows guests to stock the fridge with essentials