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Lily Beach Resort & SpavsWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Lily Beach Resort & SpaWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
9.0
8.4
Beach
9.2
8.6
Food
8.9
8.1
Service
9.0
8.3
Rooms
8.5
8.0
Value
8.7
8.2
Romance
8.7
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Lily Beach Resort & Spa | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Overall Score | 8.4 |
| 5-star (better) | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.8 (1,211) (better) | Google Rating | 4.4 (530) |
| From $424 | Price / Night (pp) | From $234 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 25 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| Lily Beach Resort & Spa | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 9.2 (better) | Beach | 8.6 |
| 8.9 (better) | Food | 8.1 |
| 9.0 (better) | Service | 8.3 |
| 8.5 (better) | Rooms | 8.0 |
| – | Pools | 7.6 |
| 8.7 (better) | Value | 8.2 |
| 9.0 (better) | Family | 7.6 |
| 8.7 (better) | Romance | 8.5 |
| – | Quiet | 8.6 |
| 9.2 | Adventure | – |
| 8.5 | Wellness | 9.0 (better) |
| 7.0 | Remote work | 7.2 (better) |
Vibes
| Lily Beach Resort & Spa | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Lily Beach Resort & Spa | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- 2 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 25 min from MLE
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from BGI
Pros · Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- One of the Maldives’ strongest true all-inclusive concepts.
- Excellent house reef, snorkeling and diving appeal.
- Strong food, beverage and minibar inclusions through the Platinum Plan.
- Family-friendly facilities without sacrificing a premium Maldives feel.
- Short 25-minute seaplane transfer from Malé by Maldives standards.
- Good mix of beach villas, family villas and overwater villa categories.
Pros · Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Excellent wellness focus.
- Calm west-coast beachfront setting.
- Small, relaxed resort feel.
Cons · Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- Not adults-only; some honeymooners may find the family orientation stronger than expected.
- Some rooms and facilities are described as slightly dated in a minority of guest feedback.
- Optional premium experiences and seaplane transfers can still add cost despite the all-inclusive positioning.
- Travelers wanting ultra-polished, design-led modern luxury may prefer newer Maldives competitors.
- Seaplane timing constraints can affect arrival and departure logistics.
Cons · Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Limited dining variety.
- Some room locations are less desirable.
- Not a nightlife or family-activity-heavy resort.
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