Long considered a leading light on Barbados’ west coast, continued refinements at The Fairmont Royal Pavilion ensure this much-loved resort keeps pace with contemporary demands. The hacienda-style architecture, lily ponds and splashing fountains that made such an impact when the resort first opened in 1987 are now complemented by stylish interior designs that embrace the subtleties of the new millennium. And whilst it is still a tranquil place designed for privacy-seeking couples, there are enough activities available to prevent any bouts of holiday ennui.

The resort is accessed along an avenue of graceful coconut palms, its seventy-two guest rooms as close to the ocean as they can possibly get. Indeed, despite their recent re-styling it is still the views that are their most salient feature - nothing can quite beat stepping out onto your furnished terrace and seeing the Caribbean Sea spread out directly in front of you. Standard comforts include sitting areas with cable TVs, DVD/CD players and fully-stocked refreshment centres, as well as marble-floored bathrooms with both tubs and showers. Their balconies or terraces are a roomy 14 feet by 6 feet.

During the day, an informal low-key ambience generally prevails, most guests more than happy to relax around the
swimming pool or upon the half-mile stretch of beach, perhaps indulging in some complimentary tennis, water sports or even
a spot of afternoon tea. After dark, however, Royal Pavilion embraces a more refined ambience, the Moorishstyle Palm Terrace restaurant a veritable vision in candlelight and marble right on the edge of the Caribbean Sea. International and local
cuisine as well as live entertainment are on the agenda here, with more casual
Mediterranean specialities served at the poolside Café Taboras.

ACCOMMODATION: 72 OCEANVIEW ROOMS.
CHILDREN: ACCEPTED 1 MAY - 31 OCTOBER.
7 NIGHTS: FROM £2,530 P.P. IN THE HIGH-SEASON (£255 P.P.P.N.) & £1,475 P.P. IN THE LOW-SEASON (£125 P.P.P.N.).
MEAL PLAN: BREAKFAST INCLUDED BETWEEN 1 MAY & 18 OCTOBER.
SPECIAL OFFERS: EARLY BOOKING, FREE NIGHTS, FAMILY, HONEYMOON.