Lobby lounge area with sofas & tables at Bougainvillea Barbados

Bougainvillea Barbados Fast Facts

Get Answers To Our Most Frequently Asked Questions

Want to know more about Bougainvillea Barbados? We’ve compiled some of our most frequently asked questions below. If you need additional information after browsing these fast facts, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Accommodations

With the exception of Penthouses, Honeymoon and Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites, Bougainvillea does not advertise or sell rooms by view. While most of our studios and suites do offer an ocean view, some may have a combination view of pools, gardens and/or ocean. We will do our utmost to honour ocean view requests but this cannot be guaranteed.

Most Junior Suites and Deluxe One Bedroom Suites offer the option of King or Twin Bedding. A small number of Deluxe One Bedroom Suites are also configured with two double beds. We will do our best to honor any requests for specific bedding, but it is subject to availability.

While the pullout sofas are quite comfortable, if you prefer not to use it, you do have the option of requesting a rollaway bed. The rollaway is a single bed, which is comparable in comfort to a typical bed.

We do not have elevators but will do our utmost to arrange a ground or low floor for those with mobility issues, who are unable to manage the stairs. Please contact us to request.

Check-In / Checkout And Currency

Master Card, Visa and Discover Card are accepted. American Express cards can be accepted but incur a 3% surcharge. Payment will be taken in Barbados dollars. Your credit card statement will reflect the equivalent amount in your local currency at the current rate of trading.

Barbados Dollars is the national currency. US dollar bills (not US coins) are also accepted island wide, and the currency exchange rate to the US dollar is approximately 1.98BBD to the US dollar. Please note that it is against the law for businesses to issue US dollars. This must be done at a bank or at the money exchange bureau at the Airport on your departure.

On check-in, a credit card authorization or cash security deposit in the amount of $400 Barbados dollars (US$200) is required. No charges are applied to the credit card and cash deposits are fully refunded if equivalent charges are not incurred.

Requests for late checkouts are strictly subject to availability and can only be confirmed on the day of departure. If available, guests also have the option of booking a day room up to 10:00 PM. Charges are applied as follows:

Studios and One Bedrooms:

Until 2:00 PM - US$25
Until 5:00 PM - US$50
Until 10:00 PM - US$75

Two Bedrooms:

Until 2:00 PM - US$50
Until 5:00 PM - US$75
Until 10:00 PM - US$100

This is a mandatory government levy that is applicable to all rental accommodation (hotels, villas & guest houses).

If not prepaid, the levy is payable on arrival and the applicable charge is US$9.63 per bedroom, per night.

Safety & House Rules

Barbados is still one of the safest destinations in the world. However, as anywhere, crime does occur. You can feel comfortable exploring the island, but please exercise good judgment (i.e. do not wear excessive jewellery or expose your money, do not walk alone at night or in isolated areas, etc.) In-room safes have been provided free of charge for you to store your valuables. Safety deposit boxes are also available at Reception.

Yes. Bougainvillea sits on one of the most beautiful beaches in Barbados. Most days the waters are calm, and swimming is perfectly safe. However, the ocean must be respected and there may be occasions when it is necessary for yellow or red flags to be posted to discourage or prohibit swimming.

Smoking is prohibited in public buildings in Barbados. Bougainvillea's smoke-free policy means that smoking in the hotel's rooms, on balconies, restaurants, lobbies or in any place that is not a designated smoking area is illegal and subject to fines of up to US$2,500. To offset the extensive cost of restoring guest rooms to a smoke-free condition, guests who do not comply will be charged a fee of US$250, no exceptions.

It is impossible to come to the Caribbean and not encounter insects. Mosquitoes are not prevalent but can be attracted to visitors. If requested, we would be happy to spray your room, but as the hotel is Green Globe certified, we try to avoid the use of insecticides and aerosol sprays. We recommend the use of a mosquito repellent if necessary.

Internet Access, Adaptors & Voltage

Airport Transfers & Getting Around In Barbados

Taxis are readily available as you exit the Arrivals Hall at the airport and will cost approximately US$30 one way. A "Meet & Greet" with a designated taxi can also be prebooked with our Concierge and will cost approximately US$40 one way.

There are several options available. The local bus service is reliable and a very inexpensive option at just $3.50 (Barbados dollars) per person, per trip. The closest bus stop is a five-minute walk from the hotel. Taxis are also readily available.

Car hire is available and can be pre-booked or arranged through our Activities Desk during your stay. Your driver's license is required for issuance of a local driver's permit. Please note that in Barbados, we drive on the left.

Bougainvillea Barbados Fast Facts

Get Answers To Our Most Frequently Asked Questions

Accommodations

Can I book an ocean view room?

Can I have two twin or two double beds?

Is there any alternative to a pullout sofa?

Does Bougainvillea have elevators?

Check-In / Checkout And Currency

What credit cards do you accept, and in what currency will credit card payments be taken?

Can I exchange money at the hotel?

What currency is used in Barbados and what is the exchange rate to the US dollar?

Does the hotel take a security deposit?

Will I get a refund if I check out early?

Can I have a late checkout?

What is the Room Levy?

Safety & House Rules

How safe is Barbados?

Can I swim at Maxwell Beach?

Can I smoke in the hotel?

Are there mosquitoes?

Are pets allowed?

Internet Access, Adaptors & Voltage

Is Internet access available?

What is the voltage in Barbados?

Are adapters available?

Airport Transfers & Getting Around In Barbados

Are transfers from the airport easily available, and what will it cost to get to the hotel?

How do I get around Barbados?

Can I rent a car in Barbados?