Turtle Beach, a Tribute Portfolio All Inclusive Hotel, is a south-coast resort in Maxwell, Christ Church, built entirely around suites and an all-inclusive plan. With 161 rooms, it is mid-sized, with a friendly rather than formal atmosphere. The all-inclusive rate covers meals, snacks and drinks, and the resort adds activities such as kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, windsurfing and bodyboarding, as well as tennis and live music in the evening. It sits on the beach, a three-minute walk from Maxwell Beach and a short stroll from Dover Beach, and Barry's surf school is about five minutes away, which makes it a natural pick for families and active couples. The airport is only about 16 minutes by car, which keeps transfers short. Guests praise the friendly staff, clean rooms and the live music, while some find the dining variety limited over a long stay, which is common at all-inclusive resorts.
The rooms
All accommodation is a suite or junior suite, mostly with a king bed and a sofa bed, or two queen beds, and views run from garden to ocean to oceanfront. Larger units include one-bedroom suites that sleep four and a two-bedroom unit that sleeps eight, which is useful for extended families.
Rooms have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a separate sitting area, a flat-screen television with cable and, in some cases, a balcony. Supervised childcare is available for a fee. Because the plan is all-inclusive, the room rate normally covers food and drink, so check what is and is not included when you book.
Food, pools and activities
Four restaurants serve breakfast, lunch, dinner and kids' meals with local and international dishes, there is a coffee shop and room service is available during set hours. Two outdoor pools, a children's pool and a hot tub provide a choice of water, the 24-hour gym runs fitness and yoga classes, and two tennis courts offer lessons.
Included activities cover kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, windsurfing, rowing and bodyboarding, and the entertainment team runs bartending and cooking classes, games and live performances most nights. The Crystal Executive Spa offers massages, facials and manicures, so check which treatments cost extra. Free parking and in-room Wi-Fi are included, and shops on site cover essentials.
What to know before you book
The all-inclusive package covers many extras but not everything, so check whether spa treatments, premium drinks and off-site tours are included. Some guests find the buffet repetitive and the evening entertainment finishes early, and the south coast beaches can collect seaweed in some seasons. Check-in begins at 3 PM and check-out is at 11 AM.
Pets are not allowed. The location on the south coast means a rental car or taxis are helpful for Bridgetown, Oistins Friday Night Fish Fry and the west coast catamaran cruises, though the surf school, beach bars and restaurants of St Lawrence Gap are within walking distance. Compare the total price with a room-only stay if you plan to eat out often.
Why stay here
- ✓All-inclusive plan
- ✓All-suite accommodation
- ✓Four restaurants and a coffee shop
- ✓Two outdoor pools and a children’s pool
- ✓Spa on site
- ✓Tennis courts and 24-hour gym
- ✓Kayaking, sailing and snorkeling included
- ✓Live music and entertainment
Good questions
What does the all-inclusive plan cover?+
Meals, snacks, drinks and many activities are normally included, but check which extras such as the spa, premium drinks and tours cost more when you book.
Is it close to the airport?+
Yes. Grantley Adams International Airport is about a 16-minute drive, so transfers are short.
Can I walk to the beach and surf school?+
Maxwell Beach is a few minutes on foot and a surf school is about five minutes away. St Lawrence Gap's restaurants and bars are also within walking distance.
