Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort
About Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort
Colony Club is a beachfront resort in St. James, on the west coast of Barbados, close to Holetown. It has 96 rooms and suites set around tropical gardens and lagoon-style pools.
What sets it apart is its pools: 4 freshwater lagoon pools wind through the grounds, and some rooms open straight into the water. It reopened as part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection in 2025. It suits couples, rum fans and families who want a calm west coast beach.
At a glance
Highlights
- Lagoon pools through the gardens
- Rum Vault with 150+ rums
- Free water skiing and wakeboarding
- Laguna restaurant
- Calm west coast beach
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- Pool Garden View and Luxury Poolside View rooms
- Luxury Swim-Up rooms with direct pool access
- Ocean View and Luxury Ocean View rooms
- Junior Suites for up to 4 adults
- One-Bedroom Ocean View Suites with a four-poster bed and living area
Restaurants and bars
The resort runs on a European Plan, so meals are not included in the standard rate. Menus use local produce, some from the resort’s own organic garden.
- Laguna: main restaurant with Bajan classics, overlooking the pools
- Sunset Bar & Deck: beachside bar with light bites, cocktails and a swim-up bar
- Rum Vault: tasting room with more than 150 rums and food pairings
Beach, pools and spa
The resort faces a calm west coast beach. There are 4 freshwater lagoon-style pools and a whirlpool. A spa in the gardens offers massages, facials and body treatments inspired by Barbadian traditions.
Activities and entertainment
Free water sports include water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, paddle boarding, sailing and snorkeling. On land there are 2 floodlit tennis courts, a 24-hour gym, yoga and cooking classes. Themed nights such as Lobster and Jazz and a Sunday brunch bring live music. A seasonal kids club runs during busy periods.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples, rum lovers and water sports fans who want a garden setting on a calm beach.
- Consider another resort if: you want all meals and drinks included in one price.
Getting there from Grantley Adams International Airport
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) is on the south coast, about 45 minutes away by car, depending on traffic around Bridgetown.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to the resort.
Good to know
- Meals are not included in the standard rate
- Motorized water sports are free for guests
- The kids club is seasonal
- Holetown’s shops and restaurants are close by
Location of Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort
FAQ about Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort
Where is Colony Club?
In St. James on the west coast of Barbados, near Holetown.
How many rooms does Colony Club have?
96 rooms and suites.
Is Colony Club all-inclusive?
No. It runs on a European Plan, so meals are extra.
How many pools are there?
4 freshwater lagoon-style pools, plus a whirlpool.
Are there swim-up rooms?
Yes. Luxury Swim-Up rooms open straight into the pool.
What is the Rum Vault?
A tasting room with more than 150 rums from around the world.
Are water sports free?
Yes, including water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing and paddle boarding.
Is there a kids club?
Yes, a seasonal kids club runs at busy times.
Is there a spa?
Yes, in the gardens.
How far is the airport?
About 45 minutes by car from Grantley Adams International Airport.
