Marriott International has reopened the Colony Club in Barbados and added the property to its Luxury Collection Resort portfolio. Located on Barbados’ Platinum Coast and originally built in the 1930s as a private seaside residence, the property later became the island’s first residential club and has remained a retreat for more than seven decades. Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Barbados, underwent a renovation led by Marriott International and now features redesigned guestrooms, enriched wellness spaces and updated culinary experiences.
“The debut of The Luxury Collection in Barbados with the reopening of Colony Club is a landmark moment for Marriott International and a reflection of our deep commitment to the island’s future,” Brian King, president of Marriott International, Caribbean and Latin America, said in a statement. “This storied property has been gracefully reinterpreted to celebrate Barbadian heritage and enduring elegance, offering guests a refined escape rooted in authenticity. The property sets the stage for a new standard of luxury in Barbados, one that honors tradition while embracing the discerning traveler’s desire for meaningful experiences.”
The newly redesigned rooms look to blend colonial charm with contemporary sophistication, featuring bespoke furnishings and ocean-inspired palettes, according to the company. The resort also features lagoon-style pools framed by tropical gardens and colonial architecture.
The resort has open-air dining with coastal views and menus crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including produce from its organic garden. Laguna, the main restaurant, serves Bajan classics in a setting that overlooks tropical gardens and a lagoon-style pool. Sunset Bar & Deck, meanwhile, offers light bites and cocktails by the beach.
Among the resort’s standout features is the Rum Vault, the first of its kind in Barbados, a boutique tasting room showcasing over 150 rums from around the world led by a Rum Ambassador and a Vault Chef.
The revitalized wellness program includes holistic treatments inspired by Barbadian traditions at The Spa at Colony Club, which is tucked away in the serenity of the tropical gardens. The spa menu is based on a five elements theory: wood for rejuvenation, fire for energy, earth for balance, metal for detoxification and water to soothe, including facials, massages and body therapies.