Annabelle's
St James
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Why people book this hotel
“Location was fantastic”
“When we booked the holiday we were well aware we had booked the studio, the stud…”
“Donna is a lovely host”
“Great onsite manager- helpful”
“The location is absolutely perfect — you really can’t beat it for the price”
“She assisted us with working out the washing machine, when we couldn't get the T…”
“Beautiful quiet wide sand”
“Right on beach great little quirky quiet place Lively staff and owner extremely…”
“The room was very clean, we only stayed for 5 nights”
“Very simple but clean apartment with air conditioning”
“The beach is a mere 20 seconds walk to the back of the property, and it is lovel…”
“There's a swimming enclosure on the beach in front but”
Overview
Situated right on Paynes Bay Beach, Annabelle’s offers tropical gardens and bright air-conditioned apartments with free Wi-Fi and private patios. The famous Sandy Lane Golf Course is a 10-minute walk away. Each apartment features stylish functional décor, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and fridge. BBQ facilities are available at Annabelle’s. Local restaurants can be found within 300 metres, while Sunset Crest Shopping Centre is just 500 metres away. You can swim with turtles on the coral reef located right in front of Annabelle’s. The historic centre of Bridgetown is a 15-minute drive away, while Barbados Grantley Adams International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
Traveller reviews
Declan
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Great little spot”
Location was fantastic. Property touches the beach and Sun loungers set up on beach for you. Little bar on beach beside you and the views are amazing
Declan
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Great little spot”
Location was fantastic. Property touches the beach and Sun loungers set up on beach for you. Little bar on beach beside you and the views are amazing
Declan
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Great little spot”
Location was fantastic. Property touches the beach and Sun loungers set up on beach for you. Little bar on beach beside you and the views are amazing
Tonge
couple
April 2, 2026
“Good, but could be so much better.”
When we booked the holiday we were well aware we had booked the studio, the studio does not look over the beach but onto the main road and has been made private by fencing, no issue for us. The road noise is manageable, this would not put us off from returning. The beach is a mere 20 seconds walk to the back of the property, and it is lovely, very safe for swimming. The room was very clean, we only stayed for 5 nights. Towels were not replaced, but all you have to do is ask Donna for a change. Donna is a lovely host. 20 minute walk from Holetown, safe walk during the day, but I would be wary at night, due to the business of the road and little street lighting, just jump on the yellow buses for 3.5 bajan dollars, its an experience if it's your 1st time.
Melissa
couple
March 20, 2026
“Beachside bliss- but needs attention”
Beachside west coast cottage. Beautiful quiet wide sand. Nice chairs umbrellas provided. Great onsite manager- helpful
Jacky
couple
February 16, 2026
“We had a fabulous, relaxing holiday, Donna was always helpful and provided everything we asked for.”
It was in the perfect position right by the beach and a great view of the sunset.
Jenny
couple
February 1, 2026
“Very lovely stay and would come back again. Paynes beach 🏖️ is exceptional which u are 15 steps from”
Location of u love the beach 🏖️ fantastic
Joanna
couple
January 28, 2026
Stunning location. Very simple but clean apartment with air conditioning. Bus stop outside with basic supplies available from Esso garage 5 minutes walk away. Mr Vics restaurant 3 minutes walk. Donna was very helpful.
Francesca
family_with_children
January 23, 2026
Amazing location, just open the white picket fence and you’re on a beautiful relaxed beach. The photos on booking.com could show this off more.
John
couple
January 20, 2026
“Platinum coast need I say more”
Location
Paul
couple
January 20, 2026
“Superb”
Beach front
Jo
couple
January 12, 2026
“Location is 10/10”
The location is absolutely perfect — you really can’t beat it for the price. Step off the balcony and you’re on the beach in seconds. The amenities were great, with hot water always available. We’ve stayed in Barbados several times, so we knew what to expect, and this place delivered exactly that. Donna was fantastic, lways on hand and incredibly helpful whenever we needed her.
Laura
couple
January 5, 2026
“Think we should pack up and move here.”
The location is amazing. You just walk out of the studio and down the side path and you're on a paradise beach. Donna was a wonderful host and couldn't do enough to help. She assisted us with working out the washing machine, when we couldn't get the TV going, and when our return flight was cancelled (which could have been stressful if she wasn't so reasonable). Loved the studio, it had everything we needed and we knocked up some nice meals as well as good coffee each morning. There's a swimming enclosure on the beach in front but... If you ignore it and snorkel to the right of it there's a little rocky reef where a little turtle comes to visit. Brian with the small Catamaran will pick up right on beach outside Annabelles (a lot of them want you to travel to Fitts Village) and he's very reasonable for an amazing morning of sailing the west coast & snorkeling reefs.
Guest
couple
November 5, 2025
“Superb”
Beach front
Carl
couple
April 24, 2025
“Would well recommend”
Perfect location, right on a beautiful beach. Apartment was small but had everything we needed. Host wasn’t around much as it was a bank holiday weekend but was always available if needed. Would well recommend.
Merrall
family_with_children
April 14, 2025
“Amazing”
We had an amazing time here! Unbelievable location. The apartment could do with updating as it’s old, but for the price in this area I expected that, a couple of parasols on beach would have really enhanced our stay as there is no shade on beach.
Kristin
couple
February 14, 2025
“Definitely would visit again.”
The house’s location by the sea was absolutely perfect, offering stunning views and easy access to the beach. The hostess Donna was very friendly and made us feel welcome throughout our stay.
Denise
couple
February 1, 2025
Beautiful location
Denis
couple
January 27, 2025
Room too small and very poor bed etc
Michael
couple
January 24, 2025
“Beach hotel / studio apartment”
Right on beach great little quirky quiet place Lively staff and owner extremely helpful
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Windsurfing, Hiking, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Express check-in/check-out
One-Bedroom Apartment
This air-conditioned apartment features functional décor. It has 1 bedroom, a private patio, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and fridge. This apartment has a separate entrance from the other apartments. The apartment was totally refurbished in May 2024.
One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
This apartment has air conditioning, a veranda with an outdoor dining area and a view of the sea. This apartment re-furbished in 2025 and has shared washer.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment has been totally updated in 2025 and features modern decor. It has two air-conditioned bedrooms, a TV, free wifi, private bathroom with a shower and some toiletries. There is a full kitchen with microwave, other small appliances, stove and fridge. It has a beachfront covered verandah and open patio with loungers and beach showers. It has a dedicated entrance and shared washer.
Studio (1-2 Adults)
Located on the ground floor, this studio offers a well-equipped kitchenette, a bathroom and an outdoor seating area with views of the street and parking lot. It includes air conditioning, free WiFi access, a telephone with free local calls and a smart TV. The property has private beach access. This apartment also has a sgared washer. The apartment was totally refurbished in 2023.
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