Name: Apartment in quiet upscale Holetown area near Limegrove Centre and Beach
Address: Holetown

After days of sun and sea, you may find this cool jungle setting just the right alternative to recharge your energy.

The geology of Barbados includes a number of underground caves. When the roof of one cave collapsed many years ago it created a gully. General William Asygell Williams, a Welshman, brought exotic and fruit trees into the gully that divided his large plantation and the area is now known as Welchman Hall Gully.

Take advantage of the opportunity to see a mature tropical forest combined with a collapsed cave. Go for a walk in the cool jungle after a warm morning at the beach. Within the 0.8-mile (1.3-kilometer) valley you’ll find a lush paradise with nutmeg walk, native palm area and ornamental section. This may be the original home of the grapefruit, which was first developed in Barbados. The gully has no noise other than chattering of local birds and animals and leaves rustling in the breeze at the top of the canopy.

Use your identification guide to look for over 150 species of plants specimens have numbers and informational labels to increase your appreciation. Peer closely beyond the foliage into caves and gully walls and you might see evidence of stalactite and stalagmite mineral deposits left over from the gully’s prior existence as a cave.

Then look up into the tree canopy. Dozens of wild monkeys make their home in the gully. They are most active at midday when staff members leave fruit for their lunch near a bearded fig tree. Be careful not to approach the monkeys, but feel free to take lots of photos.

Just to the south of the gully is Harrison’s Cave, the uncollapsed part of this geologic feature. If you want to visit additional serene non-beach locations during your stay in Barbados, consider the nearby Flower Forest or Hunte’s Gardens.

Be sure you climb the steps at the entrance to see the beautiful views from island to ocean to the east and west.

The Welchman Hall Gully site is open daily call to arrange a tour, wedding or other party. Drive and park there on your way to or from Bathsheba or take a bus or taxi from Bridgetown to Sturges. There is an entrance fee for the gully.

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The Club, Barbados Resort & Spa Adults Only - All Inclusive

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Jun. 12 - Jun. 17

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Ottawa (YOW) to Bridgetown (BGI)

8/10 Very Good! (356 reviews)

We were actually in tears as we checked out because we’re so sad to leave today. Our stay was everything that we hoped it would be! We booked the Ocean Loft room and had a gorgeous view. If you aren’t able to walk up 4-5 flights, I would double check with the hotel before booking, since elevators aren’t available. Water sports through the resort are free such as paddle boarding, kayaking, etc. You have easy access to the beach, but chairs are only available on the actual property itself. Once you head down to the beach, you are able to bring towels and set up in front of the ocean, where other water sports are available such as jet skiing. The food was AMAZING and every employee was somehow nicer than the last. I would highly encourage anyone visiting to do the 2 hour snorkeling tour - you’ll see an abandoned shipwreck, turtles, stingrays, and various fish. Our stay was perfect from start to finish. 10/10 would recommend!

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2025

Concierge Collection at O2 Beach Club & Spa by Ocean Hotels

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Jul. 13 - Jul. 19

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Hamilton (YHM) to Bridgetown (BGI)

9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)

Views from room were amazing

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2025

O2 Beach Club & Spa by Ocean Hotels

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Jul. 13 - Jul. 19

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Hamilton (YHM) to Bridgetown (BGI)

9/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)

I would say this is one of the best all-inclusive resorts. However, there are “little things” that stop this resort from being the best that it could be. The grounds are beautiful. The beach and ocean is right at the edge of the resort. This resort is immaculately kept. Beware of deceptive spa charges during final checkout of the resort . I was charged additional costs despite what was published on the web and told to me by the spa staff. Food: The Oro Restaurant, despite listing their fish as fresh catch of the day, the fish was fresh frozen at best. N.Y. Strip at Elements was flank steak. At a resort of this caliber I expect more honesty. Overall the food was hit or miss. There were too many buffets for dinner. Although the buffet food was of good quality, it was never hot so the flavor suffered. Breakfast was very good but lacked variety and ended strictly at 10am. Drinks: They were consistently made and the bartenders were friendly. They had a great rum punch! Entertainment: Evenings were great because there were singers every night. Worker’s attitudes here it was a mix bag. Most would greet you with a smile and care. Workers spent too much time talking among themselves. One extremely friendly and very helpful hostess was named Carolann. They need her to train others. Because the resort is small you end up meeting a lot of nice people there. The place has a great atmosphere. However, it could use more vibe during the day with music.

Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2025

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Barbados: Tour of Harrison's Cave & Hunte's Gardens

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