Contemporary design, ocean views and unequalled amenities.
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 Thanking friends and guests Visited: April 2008 |
| Posted by dellamira |
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On behalf of my mother Angela Miranda, deceased father Neville, and the rest of my family. I would like to thank all our friends and guests who stayed at our Guest House over the past 54years for their support. We have sold the property and wish the present owners all the best.
Thank you,
Marguerite Miranda |
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| Excellent stay Visited: September 2008 |
| Posted by gotobago |
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My husband and I returned from staying at the Tropikist Beach Hotel and I must say we had a wonderful time, the hotel setting is just fabulous, the food excellent and the service, top of the line. I am shocked at the last reviews posted against the manager. He is such a nice person, treats all guests professionally and his workers even better. No staff member is ill treated and all staff members have high praise for him. Please disregard those negative comments please. Go enjoy your stay, the hotel is a bit tired, but the staff is fantastic..do enjoyu your holiday |
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 This hotel is totally run down. |
| Posted by rude |
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I stayed at the Tropikist Hotel, and the place was run down.
The sheets had holes in them, and were dirty. It took three hours to get replacement sheets. Also, the pillows smelled bad.
The staff was polite. I had to complain to the manager, Samaroo, who was very rude. |
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 Manager Samaroo treat is guess like dog Visited: August 2008 |
| Posted by rude |
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I spend two nights at the hotel and i meet the manager there who treat his worker like dog in front of the guess at the hotel. My AC was not workin so an employee came to check it out. Mr Samaroo came in and started to insult his staff saying, when i ask who was that clown he said I'm the manager here with attitude.The staff is great but that Manager Samaroo will cause a lot of people to leave that hotel.I was told that gays are treated better. |
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 Thanks for the wonderful memories. Visited: July 2008 |
| Posted by sinclair |
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I would like to commend Blue Waters Inn for having such an amazing group of people working for them. We really couldn't have asked for more friendly, courteous, and beautiful people to be around during our stay.
I would especially like to mention some really nice people who make Blue Waters Inn the special place that it is - Amanda at reception; Sylester and Kim in the bar; Mark in maintenance; Erica, Malaika, Gillian, Pinkie, and Avion in the restaurant; Eudora in housekeeping; Karen and the entire staff of Aquamarine Dive.
These people were a large part of the reason I will return as soon as possible to Tobago and Blue Waters Inn. |
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| It was wonderful, and I am well rested. Visited: September 2008 |
| Posted by wishiwasstillthere |
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My mother, fiance, two of my aunts and I stayed here for five days, and we loved every moment of it.
The staff was wonderful, and the atmosphere was great.
I encourage anyone to choose Belle Viste for a fun and relaxing stay in Tobago. Book early, as it fills up fast. I hope to visit here soon again - and for maybe longer. I wish I was still there! |
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| Crown Point boasts great surroundings. Visited: July 2007 |
| Posted by asaprad |
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What great surroundings! It was relaxing, and convenient to nearby shops. Also, the staff was friendly. |
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 They need new management. Visited: May 2008 |
| Posted by hazel0214 |
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It was not quite what was online.
The terrace that appears to be made of beautiful wooden floors - is just plain old tile. Also, the owner - what a joke. She does not seem to have a clue how to run a hotel. She does not know how to manage staff, and seemed to be quite the weasel. |
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| Blue Waters was wonderful. Visited: August 2008 |
| Posted by pbonds |
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My husband and I just returned from a week-long stay at Blue Waters Inn in Speyside, Tobago.
We coordinated our wedding ceremony and honeymoon directly with hotel staff, who handled every inquiry, via email and in person, (no matter how minute) with the utmost care and patience.
We checked-in early August 28, checked-out late Wednesday, September 3, and each day the housekeeping, restaurant, maintenance and office staff were warm and smiled each time we passed by. The location in Batteaux Bay was idyllic.
Housekeeping thoroughly cleaned our room each day, which was literally 40 feet from the beach, with an optimal balcony view of Little Tobago and Goat Island.
Our room rate ($107) also included free breakfast daily - anything from fresh fruit to hearty pancakes. We dined at the restaurant every day, sometimes for all three meals, and the food was excellent. The restaurant also provided for our small wedding party.
Maintenance was also prompt and attentive when fixing our broken air conditioner, which we really didn't need since the ocean breeze kept our nights comfortably cool.
The office/front desk was the best! Whenever we needed beach towels, a cash advance, rental car to visit neighboring beaches, extra toiletries, taxis to the airport, anything, they delivered without complaint or attitude.
I recommend Blue Waters Inn to anyone seeking simplicity and quiet, good food, and a relaxed, yet thoughtful staff. |
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| Tropikist provides top class service. Visited: August 2008 |
| Posted by dipfay |
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We were part of a large group of locals that just visited the Topikist Beach Hotel for the first time, and we truly enjoyed our time here.
We would normally stay at other locations on the island. As being local Trinis, all we wanted was a place to rest our heads as we would be out all day. We never chose the Tropikist Beach before as we really were not aware of it. Also, we always heard it was expensive, but not good.
We booked through a friend, who knows the manager Mr. Samaroo, so we all got the all inclusive package at a very good rate.
The hotel is well laid out, and nice for relaxation. Being the holidays, it was busy and hectic (as well as a bit noisy with all the children and all). However, without the children, I am sure it would be nice for relaxation.
Mr. Samaroo usually works very long hours to ensure that the hotel works like a well oiled machine, and he is getting there. The staff, we all found, was extremly nice and helpful, and nothing was a problem for Mr. Samaroo. He was always there to help us.
The hotel is very nice, and our rooms was very spacious and cleaned every day. The chamber maid was always on hand to have a chat with us while she cleaned. All the staff helped out in whatever way they could.
I am definitely going to be returning to the Tropikist, and will be taking along friends with me now! |
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| Forget the negative reviews. Visited: July 2008 |
| Posted by dipfay |
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We recently returned from staying here. Forget the negative reviews. All the guests holidaying here with us had good things to say.
The hotel was drab looking, and could do with a brighter face. However, the service could not be beat. It was five-star service. Ali and Alyson in the bar were great. The front desk girls were excellent, and the house keeping staff did a really good job of keeping our room clean.
Sam, the manager, was great, and will attend to your complaint - even if you catch him running down the corridor (yes, we all asked him what he runs on, it cannot be vitamins alone!).
The food we got was really nice. It reflected the local taste, and breakfast was not half bad.
I would recommend the Tropikist, as it is value for money. But don't go complaining as you reach. Give them an inch - they are trying with what they have. |
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| It was relaxing and unique. Visited: June 2008 |
| Posted by ritasing |
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We spent three nights in Cuffe-River in June, and it was a very relaxing and unique experience. The peace and quiet, with only the sounds of the rain forest, was something we will remember forever.
The food was great, very natural and local. Our nature walk with Desmond was very informative and interesting, too.
Regina and the staff were very helpful and great hosts. |
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| This is a home away from home. Visited: July 2008 |
| Posted by ritasing |
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We spent a very pleasurable week with Pat and Ray in July. They were both incredibly helpful and informative.
It was a real pleasure to have such a wonderful breakfast served up to us each morning. It amazed me that Pat and Ray could cook a different breakfast each day, and I often lingered over a second or third cup of tea.
It was wonderful to have any laundry done each day, too, and it was also often washed and ready on our beds the same morning.
Beach towels were available for us each day. Ray very kindly helped our two children with any beach toys they wanted. Our children loved staying at Pat and Ray's. Since our return home, they have often mentioned them both as if they were family friends.
Thanks, again, for a wonderful holiday in Tobago. We really miss the place since our return. |
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Manta Lodge, Tobago traveler review
| Manta Lodge is in need of a major overhaul. Visited: June 2008 |
| Posted by sul1 |
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Manta Lodge has clearly seen far better days. When we stayed here in June, we found the accommodation less than basic. Also, the bathrooms were filthy, mouldy and not fit for purpose. The showers barely worked, and we were without water in the hotel for two days.
The owners didn't seem to care about the paying guests, but had lots of friends and family staying who would hang around and make a nuisance of themselves.
The staff - apart from two of them - were rude, lazy and behaved as if they couldn't be bothered. The food was pricier and less varied than other local restaurants.
We moved hotels because we couldn't stand the dirty state we were staying in. The next door hotel was great. It was spotless, and they had newish bathrooms with decent water supply.
If we couldn't have moved, we'd have gone home. Realize that until this place undergoes some major repairs and renovation, it's less than basic. Also, the bathrooms need ripping out and redoing. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. |
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| We had a great holiday here. Visited: July 2008 |
| Posted by annettehill |
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We had a great time here at the Tropikist Hotel. Don't believe all the bad reviews.
Yes, the hotel was a bit run down and needs updating. However, the value for your money is good. A new manager, Sam, has now taken over the running of the hotel, and change cannot happen overnight. Any complaints you may have, he is willing to sort for you.
The bar staff was great - especially Alison and Ali. They served with a smile, and interacted with guests.
The hotel had two swimming pools, but nothing else. The food was a full English breakfast, snacks at lunch. The evening meal had quite a lot of spices, which we loved. However, if you don't eat spices, you may struggle a bit. Larry was the chef here, and he was a great guy and always smiling.
The hotel had very little entertainment at night, and the bar closed at 10:30 pm, so don't expect a night life. The area was dead at night.
Unfortunately, although the hotel had a beachfront, you cannot go in the sea here due to the coral reef. However, Store Bay is only around the corner, and Pigeon Point is a 15 minute walk.
The hotel was very close to the airport, but as there were only a few planes landing and taking off all day. It did not cause a problem.
Thanks to all at Tropikist. Our holiday was great, and we met some wonderful holidaymakers here, too. |
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| I cannot wait to return. Visited: July 2007 |
| Posted by nytrinisooncomeback |
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A lodging experience can be devastating when visiting a family property. I was made to immediately feel welcomed. Every need was met by the staff.
Also, the food was impeccably presented.
I left, all too soon, in an enchanted state that exceeded my expectations. |
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| We had a truly wonderful time at Castara Retreats. Visited: June 2008 |
| Posted by richardcookemedia |
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It is easily the most beautiful location on the island. It's a sleepy fishing village, and if relaxation is what you are looking for - don't bother finding anywhere else.
What makes it stand out is that they have a fantastic manager who can provide whatever trip you want, whether that be by boat, hiring a jeep hire, going turtle watching or anything else. Just ask for Porridge.
The apartments are lovely and well looked after. But it is the location and unrivaled view that really make the stay memorable. |
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| This is a wonderful holiday place. Visited: May 2008 |
| Posted by doodleb |
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My family spent two great weeks at Castara Retreats in May. Hummingbird 1 had everything we needed for an ‘away from it all’ holiday.
It was part of a larger house made mainly of wood, and we had a large private veranda as well as an outdoor patio area. The outdoor shower was much appreciated after beach trips (there was also an indoor one). Also, the flat was cleaned and the sheets and towels changed every few days.
The house was set in grounds full of tropical plants. Carrington, the gardener, supplied us with regular fruit samples. From the veranda, there was a lovely view across the bays, and we enjoyed watching the boats, the birds, the stingrays and the shoals of fish (which we thought were seaweed clumps until we swam through them!).
On top of the location, the staff at Castara Retreats (Porridge, Jeanelle and their team) was truly lovely. They were always contactable if we needed to know how to do (or get) something. They made us feel that nothing was ever a bother.
The smaller bay at Castara had great snorkeling off the beach, and the beach and water were both clean and safe. The village had a relaxed, timeless Caribbean quality that we hope is never spoilt.
All in all, it was a brilliant holiday!
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| It was paradise! Visited: April 2008 |
| Posted by toddncarrie47 |
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Mom's Bed & Breakfast is my favorite place I have ever stayed.
The property and views were unimaginable. The pool was a lovely place to relax after a day at Englishman's Bay. Mom and Pop were lovely and lively folks and boy, could Mom cook! Breakfast was awesome.
Max, the dog, will warm your heart. The place was immaculately clean. I want to go back for a family reunion. If you don't stay here, you have officially lost your mind! Thanks again Mom and Pop! |
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| Bijou is a home away from home. Visited: April 2008 |
| Posted by d0raexpl0ra |
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If you drive around the island of Tobago you will see the twist and turns you have to go through to get to different parts of the island.
So, first of all, the location was excellent in Mount Irvine. The roads were simple, and for the most part, straight. Bijou-des-Caraibes had the perfect location.
It was about 15 minutes from Scarborough, and from the best beach in Tobago Pigeon Point near Bucco Reef. You can see this beautiful turquoise reef from the poolside on the mountain top, too. The Caribbean coast was so lovely to look at as soon as we took a stroll along the grounds.
Judy probably has the most beautiful garden in Tobago! It was well manicured and so delightful to look at. Bijou-des-Caraibes was so secure and secluded. You have a nice sized pool all to yourself at your disposal. It was so nice to just walk out and take a dip without the crowds.
Our every need was catered to here. The provided Wifi, BBQ Grill, A/C, and fresh towels. It was a completely furnished two-bedroom apartment with a well equipped kitchen. Also, there were no mosquitoes!
Judy is the best hostess, as she provided everything we needed and asked for. She even picked us up and dropped us off at the ferry port. Her staff also arranged a rental car for us which they drop off at the house for about $45 a day.
We really enjoyed ourselves. As we looked around the island to look at our second and third and so forth choices, we felt so relieved that we chose Bijou-des-Caraibes. There is no better place in Tobago to stay at- - believe us. We already checked for our next visit. |
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