Butterfly Beach Hotel reviews
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Small friendly hotel in a little spot of paradise
Claire O (Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom) on Mar 19, 2024
I had mixed feelings about this hotel after reading some negative reviews on here. I was pleasantly shocked especially with the friendliness of all staff, from pool cleaners, maids to bar staff. Everyone was so friendly and always greeted us with a big friendly smile. The location of this hotel is perfect. Only a 15 minute walk to oistins and the beautiful bacardi beach which is in a little inlet/cove so the waters are very calm and you can go snorkeling, we even spotted sea turtles. There is a large supermarket located at oistins. The hotel itself is on a beach but the water can get very choppy so I would be careful swimming in the sea. The hotel snackbar/cafe is situated overlooking the sea you will not get a better view. The price of the food at the snack bar was average and whilst there I had the tuna salad, a spicy pizza, fish bites all of which were very tasty. Our room was dated but authentic, a small kitchen area and fridge so we could make snacks etc. The room was always kept very clean, beds were made daily and towles always changed. The beds were quite comfortable and the mirrored wardrobes were great for checking out your outfit before going out on an evening. My only negative was the lack of plug sockets and the location of them for charging phones etc. We had a spacious balcony over looking the swim up pool and a slight sea view, our balcony got the sun all day round. There is a free safe in the room for use. There is 2 little shops opposite the hotel selling basic food, snacks, alcohol, cigarettes etc. There's is also a chinese restaurant which we went to twice during our holiday. There a couple of pubs opposite the hotel our favorite being the hangout, the staff were so friendly and it was great to hangout with the locals. The hotel is about 10 minutes in a reggae bus to st lawrence gap. St lawrence gap for me was overrated we didn't find one pub/ restaurant which sold cocktails made with fresh fruit they were all made with syrup. The reggae buses are an experience and a great, cheap way to get around..only £3.50 bbd. Overall a fantastic small hotel in a beautiful location and very good value for money. I can understand why this hotel gets fully booked very quickly and customers return year after year
The curates egg.
H5169DHsteveh (Downham Market, United Kingdom) on Mar 17, 2024
We stayed at the Butterfly Beach for two weeks in March and like the curates egg parts of it are wonderful. We booked a sea view apartment and arriving very tired were shown a ground floor room where not a lot of sea was visible and sunbathers sat just outside our balcony. I asked if it would be possible to relocate to a higher location, not holding out a lot of hope as this is peak season. The wonderful manageress had us on the 4th floor in two days, outstanding. The hotel is about due for a refurbishment, doors stick, the kettle wouldn't cut off and the odd lick of paint would be good. Nothing drastically wrong and all eminently liveable with. The worst aspect was however the restaurant. To eat at the Butterfly you have 3 choices.1/ take a bus to Oistins or St Laurence Gap. 2/ Walk across the road to either the Fern { live music} or the New Garden Chinese, and 3/ Eat at the Reef Bar in the Hotel. We ate there twice and wished we hadn't. We were treated as a nuisance, the food was mediocre and the service was appalling. The waves on the beach tend to be a bit rough but surprisingly if you get the bus into Oistins, Miami beach is sheltered and shallow. The weather is perfect !
Basic shame
deanoandsue (Burford, United Kingdom) on Mar 16, 2024
We arrived late because of a delayed flight, there was nowhere to eat, we were not even offered a sandwich, because all chefs had gone home!!!!!!. Room very basic, two single uncomfortable beds, threadbare sheets and hardish pillows, aircon very poor the unit and fan does nothing and apparently you have to leave it on 20 degrees!!!!!! Otherwise it leaks water. Reception staff very friendly. Restaurant is a big thing for me, there isn't any dress code at all which I think there should be, cover ups for swimwear and t shirts for men at lunch and dinner, you wouldn't be able to do it in the uk. Food pretty basic, service shockingly slow. The hotel is on a busy main road, buses into Oistins and surroundings are plenty so nothing to worry about there. The sea on this side of the island is pretty rough and powerful so be careful. Would I come back to this hotel!! Unfortunately not. Barbados is a beautiful place. All in all a pretty basic experience. Oh and the service charge needs to be sorted out, because everything you have from one item on a bill to a full meal has it on, and thats everytime. Tips should be optional and not made into a service charge. Service charge should be for visitors not hotel guests.
Great Stay
Karen K on Mar 11, 2024
Excellent hotel, me and a few ex colleagues stayed here back a few months ago on our annual gals trip. The service was great, room clean and friendly staff. The entertainment was also amazing. I would highly recommend a visits here as the service is second to none. 5 stars from a group of oldies.
Barbados hotel - I wish you’d been more friendly.
Sarah H (Somerset, United Kingdom) on Mar 09, 2024
We stayed here after our cruise for one week. Check in was a bit off putting as the receptionist was not very warm or friendly but she was efficient. Our room was on the 3rd floor and beautiful with a gorgeous view of the sea. It was absolutely stunning! It’s was spacious and airy. Bed was super comfy and huge! Pillows were the best I’ve laid me head on - wish I could buy the same in the uk. Air con was perfect and there was also a ceiling fan. Kitchen area has a fridge, kettle etc. Shower was great but bathroom did get very hot but we didn’t mind to be honest. USB points in the lamp bases were an unexpected bonus. Lots of storage and hanging space with several hangers. Safe was free. The bar area was nice with a lovely aspect overlooking the ocean but it lacked atmosphere. It’s easier for them if you charge your food & drinks your room. We didn’t want to as didn’t want to run up a big bill but in the end we just did. The pool areas are lovely, there are two & plenty of sun beds everywhere and the beach literally on your door step on both sides. Stunning views & beach. Glorious. There are two reasons why I would probably not consider this hotel again - the first is there are quite a few staff that are very unfriendly to the point of being hostile. They outnumbered the friendly ones unfortunately. It made us not want to spend time there which was probably a bit of a catch 22 as I think there were quite a few returning customers who were treated with smiles and niceties. An older member of staff appeared to take a particular dislike to me after I failed to read her mind and got in her way whilst waiting at the bar. It made me feel a bit sad as I am such a friendly fun loving person. The second reason is the location. There’s only a Chinese & one other restaurant across the road and you can’t just turn up either we has to book. We ate at the Chinese & the Central and had great food and service at both. You can walk into Oistins but it’s quite a long way and the pavements are not great and the traffic whips past you at a 100 mph and it’s not well lit at night time. We spent a lot of time at Dover beach, Rockley & St Lawrence Gap. Bear in mind meals & drinks are £££. We got the reggae reggae vans at least twice a day to the other beaches & areas & to Oistins several times - highly recommend them for the fun/wow factor - they are not for the faint hearted mind but they get you where you want to go for $3.50 fixed price each way. Highly recommend going to Oistins for the fish festival every Friday evening it was amazing with a fabulous atmosphere. We had an absolutely amazing time and would 1000000% go back to Barbados but I’m not sure about returning to this hotel for the reasons stated.