Mango Bay All Inclusive

“Bajan paradise”

First time to Barbados and won’t be the last. I would go back to mango bay in a heatbeat. The staff are amazing and a special shout out to Maxine, Xavier, Dale, Anderson, Julian, Kevin, Ronald(the man for all things to know and fun) and in fairness all the staff work so hard to make everything the… more

First time to Barbados and won’t be the last. I would go back to mango bay in a heatbeat. The staff are amazing and a special shout out to Maxine, Xavier, Dale, Anderson, Julian, Kevin, Ronald(the man for all things to know and fun) and in fairness all the staff work so hard to make everything there work. Hats off to them! Honestly rate them all so highly. Head chef, that man does some amazing food à la carte nights do not disappoint. The ladies and gents that get pulled in for the evening entertainment circuit are great. It’s just generally a great place to unwind, drink, eat and on a Sunday night party! See you guys soon!

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“A Little Gem”

The fact that this hotel only has 67 rooms is very much part of its charm. From the day of arrival to the day of departure, all of the staff were friendly and we felt very relaxed. We had a superior room on the ground floor with an undercover terrace. The room was spacious with ample hanging spa… more

The fact that this hotel only has 67 rooms is very much part of its charm. From the day of arrival to the day of departure, all of the staff were friendly and we felt very relaxed. We had a superior room on the ground floor with an undercover terrace. The room was spacious with ample hanging space and drawers, and a lovely shower room. It was cleaned every day and even if you had a siesta, the bed (which was very comfortable) was made up again before you returned to your room in the evening. Little extras such as a hairdryer and a torch were also provided. The dining room consisted of two parts - open air or inside; the food was either buffet or a la carte and whilst the menu was not extensive there was enough choice, usually a fish dish, meat and vegetarian (both traditional food and the usual western fayre was available and not a chip in sight). At lunch time you could also order from a small snack menu which included fries. Branded drinks, if you wanted them, were part of the all-inclusive package. The pool was cleaned every day and whilst not large it was big enough in relation to the size of hotel, and the beautiful white sand and clear Caribbean sea was only a few yards away. There were also plenty of loungers around the pool, in front of the hotel overlooking the sea, or on the beach itself. There are activities throughout the day (such as quizzes and rum tasting) and evening entertainment outside each night (usually solo artists or duets). Mango Bay is close to both First and Second Street where there are a lot of bars, restaurants and clubs. Other reviews had commented on the music and noise from these premises but to be honest we were not bothered by it at all, not even on a Friday or Saturday night. A lot of the guests were repeaters, some had been staying there for 25 - 30 years, and it's easy to see why they return year after year. If you want a big blingy hotel with over the top luxury, then this is not for you, but if you want a charming traditional Bajan hotel with great staff then that's what you'll get.

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“It’s been a while…..”

It’s been 18 years since we last visited Barbados. We used to stay further north near Speightstown and usually visited Holetown during our stay. During our recent visit, we noticed a big difference in the town, so much more developed than we remember. However, Mango Bay is a hidden gem. Lovely rel… more

It’s been 18 years since we last visited Barbados. We used to stay further north near Speightstown and usually visited Holetown during our stay. During our recent visit, we noticed a big difference in the town, so much more developed than we remember. However, Mango Bay is a hidden gem. Lovely relaxing hotel set on a beautiful beach. We enjoyed the beach walks and snorkelling. The staff are very welcoming and friendly. Overall the food is good, after 11 nights, maybe a bit repetitive. We had a deluxe room on 4th floor overlooking the lovely pool area. No problem with noise as hotel entertainment generally stopped at 10.30pm. Good variety of evening entertainment. Our only criticism (and it wasn’t a deal breaker) is that we like to sit on the beach late as it cools down, and the staff started to clear away the beds and umbrellas around 4pm each day. Also the large Royalton Hotel next door, which is due to open pretty soon. Such a shame that was allowed to be built and not in keeping with the Caribbean style low rise hotels on this coastline. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip back to Barbados, and many thanks to Mango Bay for making it so enjoyable.

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“Past its heyday”

Just back from a week at Mango Bay.  We had a good time, overall but we felt the following might be useful to others looking at booking. Plus points Most staff are very friendly, welcoming and go above and beyond. The hotel is spotlessly clean, air con in bedrooms is superb and the beds are very … more

Just back from a week at Mango Bay.  We had a good time, overall but we felt the following might be useful to others looking at booking. Plus points Most staff are very friendly, welcoming and go above and beyond. The hotel is spotlessly clean, air con in bedrooms is superb and the beds are very comfortable (if you like a firm mattress). Beautiful clean beach which slopes steeply to the water. People with limited mobility may struggle to climb back up the sand bank though. Great location for Holetown, Chattel Village and Massey supermarket. All a 5 minute walk away. Talking to other guests it became apparent this is a hotel that people return to year after year (some for 40 years!) The guest base is mature, no getting away from that. It doesn't feel like a young person's resort and children would likely be bored as there is nothing for them other than the beach and a few random toys in the pool. It is an all inclusive resort but not a traditional buffet. Lunch and Dinner are generally from a fixed menu via table service with the odd buffet lunch / dinner duting the week. Food quality is fair although in the heat things like soup and lamb stew aren't appetising.  As a Coeliac I had no issues eating safely. The catering team really looked after me. There is Wifi available in public areas only but some rooms have boosters so you might get lucky Less than plus points Mango Bay hotel is often described as tired.  I'm sorry to say, it is heading towards totally exhausted. Significant investment is required sooner rather than later. The pool has tiles missing, rooms are very worn. Maintenance were constantly painting during our stay, but it's a small plaster on a major wound.  Standard rooms in the old block have no lift, the open walkway to them overlooks the hotel maintenance yard which can be noisy when the team are grinding or hammering.  This walkway also faces First Street where The One Love bar hosts it's Karaoke street party on Sunday nights. Its very, very loud. Nothing the hotel can do. Take ear plugs. If you pay extra and book a ground floor beach front or pool room you may find that there are other people's sunbeds outside your terrace. When the hotel is full you may find there are insufficient cushions for all the sunbeds and the restaurant becomes overwhelmed. Lunch and Dinner is served in pre booked time slots that have to be chosen at breakfast time.  If the hotel is full you may not get the time you want.  This was irritating as we found ourselves clock watching to ensure we got off the beach to meet our slot, rather than relaxing. If you have dietary requirements you have to choose your lunch and dinner at breakfast so the kitchen can prepare them. There are only 2 public toilets for each gender, situated up by reception.  If you need the toilet whilst by the beach or pool you may be quicker going back to your room.  There is also only 1 shower in each of these toilets so anyone staying on after check out (for a late flight) be aware of this if you want to freshen up before you leave. There may be a fight for the shower.  We mentioned this on our check out and were told if there were any spare rooms they would be used and time slots allocated.  In reality the one spare room was given to 1 family and we had to use the public shower. If youre unlucky enough to get Room 403 the toilet rocks, the patio doors dont shut and there is only 1 free socket so you will need an extension bank from the front desk. TV reception was not great. There is 24/7 construction work going on at The Royalton Vessence Hotel next door, but this is due to open on 1 June 2026. Tips 1. Don't book trips through the hotel, research your own. You will get more choice and much better value. 2. Spend a bit more and don't book standard rooms. 3. If you have to book a standard room,  take ear plugs. 4. Take your own insulated drinks bottle if you want water / drinks on the beach. Drinks are served in small plastic cups and its a drag continually going to and from the bar.

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