Almond Beach Village

Almond Resorts is the premier all-inclusive resort of the Caribbean for groups, couples, families and singles. Offering miles of white sand beaches off the coast of the Caribbean Sea and the most attentive resort staff in the Caribbean, Almond Resorts is a spectacular island paradise for all those seeking a personalized vacation without rules, without worries. Set on 32 acres of Barbados' Platinum coast, this former sugar plantation epitomizes everything that is Caribbean. Lush tropical foliage, with a venerable Sugar Mill, stretching over one mile of powdery white sand beach. Almond Beach Village offers the entire family a quality Caribbean holiday vacation.

The resort is located on the west coast of Barbados, also known as the island‘s gold coast. It is 30 minutes from the capital of Bridgetown and 45 minutes from Grantley Adams International Airport.

A total of 395 rooms are available in 11 categories, each including air-conditioning, ceiling fan, private bath/shower, safety deposit box, hair dryer, direct-dial telephone, alarm clock radio, coffee maker and satellite colour TV and either one king or two twin beds.

Standard Room Rooms provide a partial view, or views of tropical gardens. The rooms also offer a private balcony.

Deluxe Room For this room, take your pick of an ocean view or pool view. You can get full use of your view with your private patio or balcony that overlooks beautiful gardens, the luxurious pool area, or the ocean.

Superior Deluxe These rooms are available with a pool area view or an ocean view, and a large bedroom with living area incorporated into one area. Features a private patio overlooking the lush gardens and pool area or the ocean.

One Bedroom Suite Rooms are available in pool and ocean views with a private balcony or patio. The suite consists of a spacious bedroom and a large adjoining living area.

Presidential Suite A very large suite with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large living area, and dining areas. Of course, it wouldn't be a Presidential Suite without the gorgeous view of the lush gardens, fabulous pool area, and sparkling waters of the Caribbean.

When guests arrive at Almond Beach Village in St. Peter, Barbados, they will be inundated by the amount amenities included in their Caribbean vacation. With the Village's 32 acres of pristine beach lapped by the Caribbean Sea, with coral reef sections for snorkeling and with shaded hammocks, umbrellas, and lounge chairs arrayed on the sand, it's like a little piece of heaven for one price.

Property Amenities

• Swimming pool - outdoor
• Swimming pool - children's
• Spa services
• Fitness equipment
• Room service, limited hours
• Nightclub
• Parking, free
• Banquet facilities
• Business center
• Meeting rooms, small groups
• Event catering
• Secretarial services
• Computer rental
• Airport transportation, surcharge
• Security guard
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Medical assistance available
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Hair salon
• Pool table
• Library
• Coffee in lobby
• Supervised child care/activities
• Poolside bar
• Spa tub
• Concierge services
• Restaurant (s) in hotel
• Bar/lounge
• Coffee shop or café
• Exhibit space
• Ballroom (s)
• Conference room (s)
• Audio-visual equipment
• Internet access in public areas - surcharge
• Porter/bellhop
• Multilingual staff
• 24-hour front desk
• Beauty services
• Shopping
• Dry cleaning service
• Arcade/game room
• Patio
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Wedding services

Activities & Sports

Almond Beach Village has ten freshwater swimming pools as well as two cool freshwater Jacuzzi for its Caribbean vacationers. As part of the all-inclusive resort features, guests will be able to participate in numerous water and land sports, including hobiecat sailing, snorkeling, waterskiing, windsurfing, reel fishing, aquacycles, kayaks, fishing, squash, tennis and par 3 nine-hole golf.

Aerobics, step, West Indian dance, and Aquacise classes are available at the Fitness center, along with use of LifeCycles, Stair Masters, treadmills and free weights. A personal trainer is available to hotel guest for a personalized fitness regime. Guests can also enjoy the spa at Almond Beach Club.

Kids Club

Almond Resorts offers something for all parents. Like a full-service nursery that provides indoor and outdoor recreation for children up to two years old. The Kids' Club offers activities for children – ranging from three to twelve – that include beach and pool activities, lessons in local dance, culture and music, plus computers and video games. Movies, water sports, disco night and much more await teens who visit our shores. And finally, for the parents, you can find refuge in the solitude of the spa, a late dinner for just two, or simply spend some time together. Doing nothing at all. Which is truly a vacation in itself.

Hours of Operation:  Fully equipped nursery (babies to 2 yrs): 09:00 to 17:00. Mini Club (2 ½ - 4 yrs): 0 9:00 to 17:00. Kid’s Club (4 ½ - 12 yrs) 0 9:00 to 22:00. Teen Center (13 yrs and older) 09:00 to 22:00.Age Groups

A few of the Kids activities planned...

• Story time, video time, and nursery rhymes
• Jewelry making, puppet craft, flower art, sand art, t-shirt painting
• Indoor free play and outdoor play in Mini Park, pool activities, movie matinee
• Outdoor activities including badminton, beach cricket, volleyball, pool activities
• Junior chef, movie star make over, board games, Nintendo computer, movie time after 6pm

Requirements

• A change of clothing is required for children doing water activities.
• Bring your own t-shirt for tie dying and t-shirt painting.

Additional Services

Private babysitting is available at a fee and is payable locally - maximum of 3 children per family.

Dining at Almond Beach Village is a gourmet experience. There are five restaurants to choose from at the resort, as well as three at the nearby Almond Beach Club via a complimentary shuttle. (Please note that only guests 16 and older are allowed at the Club.) Throughout the day, snacks are available from the beach grill, and room service is offered for lunch or dinner. Horizons- The resort's main restaurant serves a buffet-style breakfast with made-to-order omelets, full lunch with a choice of either the buffet or an a la carte menu that changes daily, and a dinner menu of a la carte continental cuisine. Reservations are required for dinner. Enid's Restaurant - Offering classic Bajan cuisine in a colourful, festive atmosphere, this restaurant is open for dinner only and reservations are not required. The Reef- Offering a buffet-style breakfast and lunch from its seaside location, The Reef transforms into the resort’s seafood restaurant for dinner. Reservations are required for dinner only. La Samarrita- Serving authentic Northern Italian dinners, this restaurant is open to guests 16 and older and requires reservations. Boardwalk Bar & Grill - Guests seeking a casual lunch will find just that at this beachfront location. A British-style high tea is served every afternoon from 3:00 to 4:30pm offering sweet and savory pastries, scones, finger sandwiches and over 15 varieties of tea. In addition, the resort has five bars, including the signature Tommy's Bar - a true Bajan rum shop.