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10/10 Excellent
Randy
Mar 28, 2026
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Randy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Aparthotel
Shades
Property class: 3
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Located on Sandy Lane Beach, Shades provides a peaceful retreat with practical amenities for active travelers. Guests can work out anytime in the 24-hour gym, swim in the outdoor pool, try archery, or simply relax on the terrace amid gardens with a book from the library.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
Room options
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- Garden view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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- Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood
Located in Paynes Bay, Shades is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandy Lane Beach and Carlisle Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barbados Polo Club or Kensington Oval. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Paynes Bay travel guide
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Laynes Road, Paynes Bay, St. James, BB29004
What's nearby
Paynes Bay Beach1 min walk - 0.1 km
Sandy Lane Beach18 min walk - 1.5 km- Sandy Lane Golf Course8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Sunset Crest Shopping Centre19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Holetown Beach4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
- Grantley Adams Intl. Airport (BGI)31 min drive
Restaurants
- Italia Coffee House20 min walk
- Just Grillin'2 min drive
- Coffee Bean Sunset Crest20 min walk
- The Beach Club3 min drive
- Surfside Restaurant & Bar3 min drive
About this property
Shades
This smoke-free aparthotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, limo/town car service, and a library are onsite. Each apartment features a kitchen with a refrigerator, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Added amenities include a furnished balcony, a dining area, and a coffee/tea maker. The private bathroom is not en suite.
Shades offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.
This Paynes Bay aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Pool loungers
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Limo/town car service
- Free self parking on site
Family friendly
- Babysitting (surcharge)
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Bathroom
- Detached private bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with cable channels
- Library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Furnished balcony/patio
- Garden
- Terrace
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
Pets
- No pets or service animals
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Free local calls
- Iron/ironing board
- Luggage storage
- Phone
- Safe at front desk
- Tour and ticket assistance
Things to do
- 24-hour gym
- Archery
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Mosquito nets
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 7 units
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- An effective city/local tax rate of 10.00 percent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 37.50 per room (one way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Shades Aparthotel Paynes Bay
Shades Paynes Bay
Shades Aparthotel
Shades Paynes Bay
Shades Aparthotel Paynes Bay
Frequently asked questions
Does Shades have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Shades pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Shades?
Check-in begins at 4 PM.
What time is check-out at Shades?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Shades provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 37.50 per room applies.
Where is Shades located?
Situated near the beach, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paynes Bay Beach and Sandy Lane Beach. Sandy Lane Golf Course and Barbados Polo Club are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Shades Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
8.0
Location
10
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shawn
Feb 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shadows of Barbados is a lovely place. Rochelle does an amazing job of making people feel at home. We will be back!! Short little stroll to the beach and restaurants. Nice sleeping areas. Very nicely appointed. Love it here!
Shawn
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Feb 24, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic place to stay. Great manager, beautiful apartment and so close to the beach x
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denise
Jan 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was hard to find in the late night but Rochelle stayed up to welcome us. When there was no coffee machine in the bungalow she made sure to get one to us in a timely fashion. She was always available to assist in any way.
While the property is not luxurious for many, it was perfect for us to get to the beach and to visit different parts of Barbados every day.
Denise
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
PAUL
Apr 28, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shades ,Paynes Bay ,Barbados
Me & my wife recently spent six nights at Shades Apts ,Paynes Bay .The three villa complex is set in a lush tropical garden with coconut and palm trees .We stayed on the ground floor in Apt 6 & when sitting on our patio we were surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees and there was a constant visit from hummingbirds ,doves and other tropical birds and the neighbourhood hen and her chicks who always stopped by to say hello and of course a free meal .From our patio the only noise we heard was the cooing of doves.The pool was literally thirty steps from the patio and the pool area and surrounding gardens were immaculate.
Paynes beach ,rated one of the best bathing beaches in Bdos was an easy & safe three minute walk from our patio.and at the beach lounge chairs and umbrellas were readily available for rent by the day or hour .The bar and grill on the beach served good food and drinks at reasonable prices as all the other local restaurants all within walking distance .Massy a large supermarket where you can purchase all your needs was a five minute bus ride ,the bus stop was a two minute walk from our patio.
Jacqui Lee ,the manager of Shades is a lovely person and like a breathe of fresh air and always willing to help with any request .
I highly recommend Shades to anyone thinking of staying in that area and definitely plan on returning some day
PAUL
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim
Jan 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tim
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022