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Shades

★★★ Laynes Road, Paynes Bay, Saint James, BB

9.8 guest rating· 31 reviews

About this hotel

Charming Apartments with Terraces

Outdoor Pool and Gym

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Experience the charm of traditional Bajan architecture at Shades, offering bright apartments with terraces just steps away from Payne’s Bay. Relax by the outdoor pool, stay active at the gym, and explore the nearby golf courses and Flower Forest Park. With a fully equipped kitchen and cozy living area, each apartment provides the perfect home away from home. Conveniently located near Durants for dining options and a short drive to Holetown, Shades is the ideal base for your Barbados getaway. Book now and make unforgettable memories at Shades.

Rooms & rates

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 74 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

Set in a traditional Bajan Chattel house, this ground floor apartment has a terrace overlooking the hotel gardens. There is a living area with a sofa and a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a microwave, fridge, oven and coffee maker. This apartment has a twin bedroom and a double room.

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

Set in a traditional Bajan Chattel house, this bright, attractive apartment has a terrace. There is a living area with a sofa and a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a microwave, fridge, oven and coffee maker. This apartment has a bedroom with a king-size bed, which can also be separated into 2 single beds.

Penthouse Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 111 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

Set in a traditional Bajan Chattel house, this bright, attractive apartment has a terrace overlooking the pool area. There is a living area with a sofa and a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a microwave, fridge, oven and coffee maker. This apartment has 2 double bedrooms.

Apartment with Pool View

Sleeps 4 · 74 m² · Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

The pool with a view is the standout feature of this apartment. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also includes 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is fitted with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this apartment also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

This apartment's standout feature is the pool with a view. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment includes a kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this apartment also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Apartment - Ground Floor

Sleeps 4 · 74 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

This apartment features a pool with a view. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also features 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The apartment also comes with a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this apartment also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 3 beds.

Apartment with Pool View

Sleeps 4 · 74 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

This apartment features a pool with a view. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also features 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The apartment also comes with a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this apartment also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 3 beds.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • 24-hour security
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Archery
  • BBQ facilities
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shallow end
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Water park
  • Windsurfing

Location

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Laynes Road, Paynes Bay, Saint James, BB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 12:30 PM

What guests say9.831 reviews

+ Gorgeous flat+ Warm and friendly hostsShops for groceries are not within walking distanceLounge area can get hot
Cleanliness9.9
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality9.9
Amenities9.9
Value for Money9.9

Perfect in every area, accommodation and host above and beyond our expectations

10.0

Met by a wonderful host and shown around facility

Nothing

G D Thomas · GB · 2026-03-28

Loved the vibe and location and the hosts were excellent. Very nice for kids and convenient to the

9.0

The exercise area and pool and barbecue area were great.

The kitchen could have been better supplied. Cutlery was a bit sparse for sure.

Ralph · CA · 2026-02-13

Loved it. Have stayed there a few times over the years and always good

10.0

Apartment Staff Location

simon · GB · 2026-01-07

Our stay at Shades was fantastic from the moment we arrived to the minute we departed.

10.0

Everything, Rochelle and all the Family made us so welcome. We have been coming to Barbados for over 25 Years and we think the hospitality and welcome at Shades was second to none, highly recommend and definitely would look to stay again.

Steve · GB · 2026-01-02

Look no further. This is an absolute gem!

9.0

The flat is gorgeous, the location could not be better: super quiet and yet 5 mins walk from one of the top 2 beaches on the island, Payne's Bay. The welcome of Rochelle from the moment you book, her lovely dad is the same, welcoming and friendly people. It really is an amazing place. Look no further. My friend and I are very picky and demanding and we found the place was beyond our expectations: the flat was airy, big confortable, terasse is lovely, a peaceful place in a tastefully decorated place. The help provided by Rochelle once on site was amazing, she went the extra mile. This is a great family run place, we are so grateful we chose Shades. Genuine value for money with the added bonus of warm hosts.

Just that shops to by groceries were not within walking distance, but this is well compensated by the amazing beach that is so accessible, and there is a petrol station for emergency grocery shopping

Laure · FR · 2025-12-07

Gorgeous Accommodation

10.0

Everything was perfect.

The lounge area in apartment could get really hot, but not a major issue once windows open and air blew through

JustWanderlust · GB · 2025-07-08

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.