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If you want a place where you can enjoy lush, tropical vegetation plus numerous recreational activities, you'll love the Colony Club. This hotel offers quite a few of the most popular pastimes, so you can have an active vacation in a relaxed setting.
Water and Fitness
Since the hotel has 2 pools to choose from, you shouldn't have any trouble getting the perfect spot to lounge, whether you want to spend a lot or just a little time at the pool.
Even during their vacation, a lot of travelers consider their health to be an important issue. You won't have to interrupt your workout schedule while vacationing here, because there is exercise equipment available.
Tennis
This hotel is an especially good choice if tennis is high on your vacation wish list. You probably won't have much difficulty getting to use a court, considering that there are 96 rooms and 2 courts available. This averages out to merely 115 guests sharing each court, which is a favorable ratio, compared to most other hotels in the region. Evening matches are a possibility, since you have the option of using a lit court. This is an ideal option for vacationers who want to spend their afternoon enjoying other activities.
If playing tennis is at the top of your list of activities for your vacation, you might want to compare this hotel to others that offer courts – especially those with high ratings for tennis. Some other hotel choices that are worth considering include Sam Lord's Castle Resort as well as Sandy Lane.
Golf
Although the Colony Club doesn't have its own course, if golf is on your list of things to do, the hotel can help arrange for you to play golf at a local course. The closest course is Royal Westmoreland, located 1.2 miles southeast of the Colony Club. The total length of the course is 6,870 yards, and it is rated as par 72. The standard greens fees for using this course are as follows: $75-$175; $100-$190 for visitors. To find out more information call the course at 246-422-4653.
Watersports
While visiting Barbados you may want to try out a new recreational sport. There are a multiple options available at the hotel, so you're sure to find an enjoyable aquatic activity, even if you're a novice. The following chart shows the watersports offered at the Colony Club:
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If the hotel doesn't have the watersport you're looking for, don't worry. It may be available at a local vendor.
Family Activities
You are free to bring your kids to the Colony Club, but you should know that this hotel doesn't provide many children's amenities. Because there are very few kids' amenities at this hotel, travelers who are planning a vacation with their children should carefully consider their priorities and evaluate some other options before making a final decision. Toward that end, you should also consider some of the hotels that are top-rated for family vacations.
Entertainment and Nightlife
Spend the day in the sun and your nights under the glow of theatrical lighting; this enjoyable experience is an easy option because the Colony Club offers live entertainment. Although their operating hours may vary, this hotel has multiple spots where guests can enjoy a favorite cocktail. Generally, vacationers can enjoy live entertainment 3 days a week. Of course, the frequency can sometimes vary with the season. Knowing the exact schedule ahead of time can be beneficial, so you can plan your daily itinerary. If this hotel doesn't have entertainment which interests you, other hotels nearby also offer a bit of nightlife, shown in the following chart:
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If you're feeling lucky, and want to enjoy a bit of glitz and glamor, visit Royal Westmoreland, which is located 1.1 miles southeast of the Colony Club.
Other Recreation
The hotel also offers horseback riding as an available activity. Many people visiting Barbados find this to be a pleasant way to spend part of their day. Another relaxing option is to spend some time in the hotel's beauty salon. The salon offers another great way to relax, or the chance to prepare for a special evening. Whatever your reasons, a visit to the hotel's salon is sure to enhance your stay.There are plenty of great sights and attractions in Barbados, so you aren't restricted to the particular activities the hotel offers on-location. From a day spent soaking up the sun, to a few hours learning about the rich local culture, the choice is up to you.