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SUNRISE Arabian Beach ResortvsWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
SUNRISE Arabian Beach ResortWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
9.0
8.4
Beach
8.7
8.6
Food
8.8
8.1
Service
9.2
8.3
Rooms
8.8
8.0
Value
8.8
8.2
Romance
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8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
9.0
Overall Score
8.4
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
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Google Rating
4.4 (530)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
From $234
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
9 min
Airport Transfer
30 min
All Scores
8.7
Beach
8.6
8.8
Food
8.1
9.2
Service
8.3
8.8
Rooms
8.0
9.1
Pools
7.6
8.8
Value
8.2
8.8
Family
7.6
–
Romance
8.5
8.4
Quiet
8.6
8.3
Wellness
9.0
–
Remote work
7.2
Vibes
Yes
Quiet
Yes
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Romance
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
- 7 pools
- 9 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 9 min from SSH
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from BGI
Pros · SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
- Very strong review volume and service sentiment.
- Private beach, multiple pools and broad dining.
- Clear official family programming for ages 3 to 12.
Pros · Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Excellent wellness focus.
- Calm west-coast beachfront setting.
- Small, relaxed resort feel.
Cons · SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
- Premium imported liquor is not evidenced as included.
- Reef entry is not ideal for travelers wanting a gradual sandy shoreline.
- Watersports and boat activities can add meaningful extra cost.
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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