Atlantis Historic Inn  

On Barbados' rugged east coast in Bathsheba, St. Joseph — a small beachfront inn on St. Joseph Bay with pebble beach access. About 40 minutes from Bridgetown and the international airport, and roughly 45 minutes to Holetown; Andromeda Botanic Gardens and St Joseph Parish Church are just a short drive away.

An intimate, family-friendly boutique inn with around 9–10 individually decorated rooms. Expect sea-view balconies or terraces, pillowtop king beds with down comforters and Egyptian cotton, fridges, coffeemakers and iPod docks, plus en suite baths with robes and designer toiletries. Renovated in 2010, the vibe is laid-back and perfect for a quiet getaway.

Outdoor swimming pool with a sun terrace and loungers, garden and terrace spaces, plus direct access to a nearby pebble beach — wake up to east-coast sea breezes. On-site concierge, wedding services, babysitting (surcharge), a library, picnic/BBQ areas, laundry/dry cleaning, free parking and an area shuttle or airport transfers available for a fee.

Business center on the property and complimentary wireless internet in public areas and guest rooms. Luggage storage and basic front-desk services make short stays and small events easy to manage.

A beachfront restaurant serves Caribbean cuisine with pool and sea views, plus a bar/lounge and limited room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts (8–10 for a fee), continental mornings, set-menu and à la carte lunch options, and à la carte dinner showcase local Caribbean flavors.