ECO Lifestyle & Lodge

Beautiful ecolodge with a gorgeous garden and view over the sea. The breakfast and dinner are excellent. Best restaurant in the area. We loved our stay

ECO Lifestyle and Lodge was a beautiful and relaxing escape, far from the tourist crowds. The breakfast at the restaurant was incredible; the service from the staff was fabulous; the grounds were impeccably kept. We even got to meet the owner because she drove our "shuttle" to the other side of the island. It was also well-placed for great surfing (which is not our thing, but if it's yours, it's perfectly located). I enjoyed a quick trail run and the scenery was amazing. You can walk to the botanical garden and to a few other restaurants for the days that the lodge doesn't serve dinner. I would highly recommend and hope to return!

This property is beautiful and serene and wild. It feels like an oasis compared to the busier side of Barbados. We relaxed immediately and were able to walk along the coast paths and into Bathsheba. One stunning botanical garden is walking distance too. There's a local community centre that opens little street food stands and yep, rum! And in Bathsheba itself there are a tiny number of cafes - check opening hours - sometimes the place is deserted! The jewel of the lodge is the Chef. OMG. The food was off the scale delicious. Authentic local food taken to another level. The restaurant is perfectly placed with views over the ocean and all the staff were bright and attentive. We are very fussy eaters and keen cooks and this service was faultless. The restaurant isn't open every day so check ahead. The lodge has stunning views across the sea and plenty of areas to kick back and relax and enjoy the roar of the ocean. 2 niggles for us. Mosquitos - as soon as the wind died down they were out in force and the mozzy nets are insufficient. And the queen bed is tiny and sunk and had roll. The rest of the property is in keeping with an authentic wooden lodge on a Caribbean island. Just idyllic. Points were lost for the bed and mosquito control - if these were better managed this would be heaven on earth. As it is - 4 nights became challenging by the last night.

A hidden gem, away from the maddening crowds. We felt welcome from the moment we walked in, and each day of our stay was a pleasure. Definitely highly recommend.

Property is overlooking the ocean. You get to listen to the ocean waves crashing against the shore as you eat, sleep, and relax. There's no tvs here so it's truly a great place to disconnect and get back to you and the people you're with. The crew is amazing. Stacia goes above and beyond to help you out, answer questions, and give recommendations. The property is older, so be aware, you might hear your neighbor moving above you. But everyone is respectful and usually asleep early. Dinner happens most nights and if not, there's plenty of restaurants nearby. Breakfast is served daily and there's a happy hour almost every day as well. If you're on a budget you can buy food at a store and cook small meals and snacks in the rooms, as you get a hot plate and a toaster oven,and basic cooking supplies. The place is achingly beautiful and the peace without the noise of the world and city and so many people is truly bliss. You would be remiss to skip this place and go to the other side of the island!! 💜

Great spot. Worth a visit and stay. Really good food. Only downside is amenities nearby are slim. Restaurants close early (5pm)

Wonderful property, staff, food and atmosphere.

A great place to stay, amazing scenery and delicious food. We greatly enjoyed the privacy of Tropicana studio with its totally private terrace with hammock.

Perfect if you need to catch up on some rest. Comfortable room and although basic, has all one needs. The lack of TV is not an issue for me. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I would consider staying here again.

Beautiful Beautiful People. The stay was perfectly splendid. From Stacia, to Tiffany, To Mike, and everyone else that made my stay a delight. I couldn't have asked for anything more. Not to mention the facility itself was amazing and the food was delicious. Ill be back to visit again.

Fantastic location , stylish comfortable room with a great ocean view , staff who couldn’t do enough for us . Enjoyed the complimentary head massage , and food at the restaurant was outstanding . Only criticism would be that the bathroom needed updated . Would def recommend though and wd come again !

A beautiful property overlooking the coast. We enjoyed the bi-weekly yoga sessions and a vigorous hike one morning led by SeaCat (from the lodge). We hired a car, and used it to see the rest of the island. But otherwise, there isn’t much to do at the lodge or within walking distance, but relax. Which we did! We found it a bit overpriced for what you got.

The Eco Lodge is a beautiful place to stay. It has a lovely view of the ocean and the outside grounds are a lovely place to relax. The area where the salt pools are located is quite small however it was never overly busy when we used it. Our room was lovely and spacious with a fridge. There was no full length mirror in the bedroom however there is a larger mirror in the bathroom but not full length. The restaurant associated with the lodge has the same eco theme and the food was outstanding! We ate their every morning and twice in the evening and we never ate a bad meal.

I loved the quiet atmosphere of the resort. A great place to totally unwind and truly relax at this small boutique hotel. The staff were awesome! Donna and Sylvie in the office were very accommodating, Simon with his rum punch very much appreciated, Sea Cat and his hike brought us some great exercise and Shonnelle who drove us around was such great company. Highly recommend this lovely hotel.

Had the most amazing, relaxing, peaceful stay at Eco-Lodge. It’s really as beautiful as the pictures look online and the activities we did with the hotel were brilliant too. The hotel gives you the opportunity to experience the East side of the island and is great if you like hiking and surfing. One thing to note is that the hotel restaurant is only open a few times a week for dinner and there’s only one other place you can eat in after 5pm nearby. We’d recommend hiring a car or borrowing the hotels electric bikes. Overall, amazing if you want to see more of the island and do lots of activities in Barbados!

The food was incredible. The location was beautiful and very peaceful. The staff were all friendly and helpful.

Great view from our upstairs room! Comfortable bed, nice staff, easy walk to food and beverages and close to Bathsheba Beach. It was quiet season and we really enjoyed ourselves.

We fell in love with this property! The views are absolutely gorgeous and we felt like we were the only one there. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay longer. Staff was very friendly. Food was delicious. Very peaceful and I left so relaxed.

Excellent

There is nothing Eco about the lodge. I think the names does not fit the property, architecture, etc. Clean. Food okay. The tuna chowder is recommended. They make a great effort.

Incredible ocean views. Great sunrise views. Quiet area with easy walk to several restaurants. Excellent restaurant on property. Comfortable clean room. Overall a great place!

This hotel is super cute and very relaxing! The rooms are clean and simple in their decor, which was perfect for us. Definitely had beach house vibes, and the views were amazing! The food at their restaurant is delicious and the atmosphere and staff are so inviting. There is no a/c in the rooms but they do provide several fans, which did a pretty good job. Some of the windows do not have screens so we left with MANY mosquito bites. They do provide mosquito nets over the beds, which unfortunately did not help us much. If you like simple, eco friendly, relaxing vacations then we would definitely recommend staying here for a few nights!

Very peaceful property with a laid back vibe. Excellent imaginative breakfasts. I’d be surprised if there was anything like it on the island. It was a shame that on the two nights we were there Eco was not serving dinner, we heard from other guests that the food is outstanding and that Alisa is a genius in the kitchen. More information could be given to guests about where to drink and eat when the kitchen is not open and how far they are. Cleaning could be a bit better. Dirty finger marks on doors around door handles are off putting. Our room was spacious, we stayed in a superior room with sea views. I would recommend this place to anyone. It really is lovely.

A wonderful way way to experience the delights of the east coast. Our room was large, light and airy and excellant bathroom facilities. The staff could not have been more friendly and helpful and we particularly enjoyed our delicious breakfasts.

The view and restaurant were incredible. Friendly staff.

This hotel has only good ! The Crew is amazing, everything super clean and private! The food and the chef are amusing! Very quiet place to just chill and relax! People around are super nice, feels like home. Highly recommend!!

Super beautiful,picture perfect setting. Everyone who worked there was welcoming and friendly, making us feel at ease as soon as we arrived. The food was tasty, the atmosphere relaxed and location was perfect. We had a great experience here and will definitely return.

The views are spectacular! Staff was really nice. Only real complaint is that I had to ask various staff members for clean towels and bath cloths daily. Housekeeping would come around, but would never leave enough for us to shower in the am and pm when we returned from a long day out and about.

Really nice get away. Would have been nice to at least have bottled water in the room. View was excellent!

Wonderful staff and beautiful location, but did not realize the ground level rooms do not have AC and breakfast is not included.

We fell in with the Bathsheba area 30 yrs ago on our Honeymoon. We looked for a place to stay on the East side and Eco Lifestyle and Lodge looked like it was laid back, quaint and unique. We were not disappointed. We are from Michigan, so having a room with AC was important and it definitely made us comfortable. The pillows we're a bit big for us and we should have asked for smaller ones, but looking out the bedroom window at Palm trees and hearing the night sounds and surf was dreamy. The views are like paradise and the pace is whatever you make of it. Highly recommend renting a car and upgrade your cell service to international so you can use driving apps, you'll need it. The value, experience, staff and location is outstanding. We hope it does not take us 30 years to return, but when we do, we will stay at ECO.

I stayed at ELL for this past weekend with my husband as a staycation. The property is well kept with simple yet well appointed rooms. We stayed in one of the cottage rooms on our second night and this was such a pleasant experience. The cottage is spacious with air conditioning and its own private balcony with a hammock. The views at the property are beautiful and the hammocks and deck are just the perfect touch for an afternoon relaxation. My main criticisms for this property were with respect to the restaurant. We were told that breakfast would be available on the Saturday morning, but on arrival at the property at midday were then informed that no meal would be available until dinner time on Saturday. This wasn't a huge deal as we ventured up the road to a nearby rum shop for a late lunch but we were a bit disappointed that we couldn't try the restaurant as expected. The restaurant menu is quite concise. No meat options available but this is in keeping with the whole theme of the property, so expected. We ordered the beetroot ravioli. We were a bit surprised that this was not a ravioli pasta but a vegan take on 'ravioli' with raw beets sliced and a filling placed in the middle. There were four small pieces and perhaps a bit pricey for what was delivered, in our opinion. Our main suggestion would be a clarification on the menu about what this dish exactly is or perhaps encourage the waiting staff to clarify for patrons to avoid confusion. Overall a good experience!

Wonderful views. Peaceful gardens, comfortable bed and very helpful staff. Little noisy at night if windy.

Charming and tastefully decorated guesthouse by the ocean. Beautiful location, but far from shops. There are Two good restaurants and bars in walking distance, but they close early and you will need a car for everything else. Staff is very helpful and accommodating.

Great place to unwind on a more secluded corner of the island. Staff was very friendly and made us feel welcome. Very clean.

We stayed in a suite with a king bed. It was rustic and a nice break from the south coast. Andy one of the local drivers brought us to a convenience store where we got some breakfast foods and snacks to cook. Very relaxing & quiet. Beautiful breeze coming off the east coast. If your looking for something tranquil & peaceful to stay, are okay with the isolation, I would highly recommend it.

We loved our stay at Sea-U! If you are looking for hi-tech entertainment, casinos, swimming pools full of bathing beauties & room service, this is definitely not your destination. However, if you want peace and quiet in idyllic surroundings with a drop-dead gorgeous view you may well have found your new home. Friendly & helpful staff. Veg out with a good book or your camera in a hammock slung between palm trees. Rooms are really comfy studios with semi-private verandas. Decor is simple/rustic but pleasant - all looking out on the view. Food is simple, homemade and served with a smile; albeit limited in selection. Sea-U was taken over by new owners last week who are enthusiastic about the tremendous potential this property has and excited about all their plans. Can't wait to see what they do! Will definitely be back.

Nobody there to check me in. No fault of sea u but there was a Monsoon and it was so cold. I asked for late check out and was told I could use the grounds .... in a storm.. no other suggestion or help offered.nowhere to go here . Food was worst in Caribbean . Great local bar thankfully. I found that myself. No info offered. Checkout was thankless

This was our first time to Barbados, so we did not have a great perspective on the location. When we first arrived we felt like we were a little isolated...but then after a little exploring realized we had lots to do and places to eat/drink. The trail that leads to Bath Beach one way and Bathsheba the other way were fantastic. The views stunning. The room was exceptional and well maintained for our needs.

All you can hear is the waves from the beach and the breeze through the trees. Best place to be.

Lovely rustic area away from the tourist traps - ideal for surfers and exploring . Don’t expect luxury but clean ( comfortable bed) more traditional Bajan style and welcome . Informal and v relaxed.

We had a lovely time on the east coast! The hotel was stunning exactly as shown if not nicer. Staff was amazing and very helpful!

We loved our stay at Sea U. We were able to upgrade to a cottage with a beautiful view and AC. It was just perfect for our stay. The grounds are so lush, green and well maintained. Its the perfect spot if you surf and want to go to soup bowl or just want to be on the east side of the island away from the hustle and bustle. Our only dislike was the breakfast. It could be improved.

Great place to stay to get away for peace and relaxation. The views and surroundings are stunning

My husband and I stayed there for 9-days recently. The rooms were great and nicely decorated. The staff was amazing and very helpful! The food was delicious and the honor system for snacks and drinks was very convenient. If you go there, get to know Sea Cat, he is a kind and has some good stories. Our driver, Valance, is a local taxi driver. He is also full of stories and knows a lot about the area. We highly recommend Sea-U!!

Nice bed and breakfast style hotel on the locals side of the island. Comfy and cozy but it doesn't have any air conditioning

If you are looking for something different than the west/south coast scene, then this is the place you should stay. Our stay at the Sea-U guest house was very nice. Everything you could ask for if you're looking to sit back and relax. Such a pleasant hotel with great scenery. The staff were also very nice and helpful. I would recommend this hotel to my friends/family.

Calm & comfortable place with a wonderful breeze. Friendly staff. Nice walks by the beach & swims in the tidal pools. We would definitely come back.

Great relaxing hotel, with exceedingly helpful office and kitchen staff. perfect hotel for de-stressing. No telephone or tv in room, but with WIFI.

Pros: Very peaceful, quiet, and beautiful location and facilities. Great place to relax. Walking distance to Bathsheba beach and a couple of dining options. Cons: it was quite warm when we were there and only one fan in the room. The bed is not the most comfortable.

I loved this spot, very relaxing. If you are looking for adventure and energy to expend, this hotel is not for you. Slow pace, time to relax, read a book, and listen to the sound of the waves.

it was beautiful here and relaxing. however, trying to get a cab out was a disaster. they won't let you share a cab with other people. so it's kinda a money grabbing deal and leaves a bad taste in your mouth. that needs to be improved. and maybe they should include breakfast in their deal as there is no where to eat. otherwise it was lovely.

Lovely quiet part of the island

Really appreciated the location (nice and close for a super walk to the beach) and cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, with their big balconies. Take note however, that the separating walls between adjacent rooms are very thin and I'd say the beds are placed head to head on each side of the wall! Very nice dining area, but unfortunately the food is really not good. Luckily there are other places to eat nearby.

I love Sea-U! It's built with whitewashed wood and is quite rustic and in a fabulous location away from the madding crowd. If you like to be at one with nature and love the sight and sound of crashing waves, this is the place for you!

The staff at Sea-u are lovely, extremely helpful and accommodating. We were able to leave our luggage safely there whilst we enjoyed our last day on the island. Highly recommended and we would certainly stay there again.

Enjoyed the hotel area and peace and quite after working in Dominica for week. I was weary and needed a rest. Check in and out times were not at all helpful. I actually only had the use of the room for 13 hours, spent the rest of my time waiting for a room and then waiting around out of the room for my taxi time to the airport. This meant I had little time to get around the area.

Fantastic room with a view of the Atlantic Ocean and the the beautiful sound of the waves at night. No bugs. We did not eat here for no reason as we walked to the round house or Atlantis for a bite and we had brought food in as there is a refrigerator and coffee maker. Tidal pools are so relaxing. Local,people friendly and fun. Safe and great internet. No tv. Who cared. Ocean sounds.

My husband & I decided to stay here after seeing the review & photos on Expedia. The room we had was clean and comfortable, except that we could not sleep at all the 1st night as it was extremely hot with no ventilation. There was no AC or fan in our room. We were told that there is a breeze from the ocean but strangely, not that 1st night. We requested for a fan and the hotel staff sent one right away. The lights in the bathroom was also too dim for me. Now the good points.. the ambiance of the hotel was great. It's facing the ocean and you can hear the roar of the waves. There are many coconut trees & hammocks on the grounds which was lovely. They also have a huge balcony with sofa chairs which was great for just relaxing outside our room. I had a massage on the balcony- awesome! The food (breakfast & dinner) had limited choices but tasty and had a lot of local flavor. We enjoyed chatting with other guests. Overall, our stay was very pleasant. We would recommend it to anyone who would like to stay at a guest-house with character if you're exploring the more remote east coast of Barbados.

Pick-up and check-in went smoothly. We arrived after the office was closed, but a security guard gave us a quick tour and let us into our room. No hassles. Breakfast was simple yet filling. View of the surf was nice, a beach was within walking distance.

The place was peaceful, quiet and serene. Some days, I just stayed in my room and read while listening to the ocean, taking in the scenic views and comforting breeze.

Wonderfully relaxing and soothing sound of the waves at night

Great views for total relaxation.

This is a great place to stay if you look for a relaxing holiday. Very small boutique hotel (only 10 rooms), but the rooms are very nice, quite spacious, we had our kitchen corner as well with big fridge. Mosquito nets provided. We stayed in the cottage. The best part is the veranda. All rooms has a huge outside balcony with chairs and hammock. The view is absolutely gorgeous, look out to the Atlantic ocean, and some jungle feeling with the palm trees and monkeys. :) The staff is great, the ladies at the kitchen are very nice. The breakfast is nice, but simple. You can order freshly cooked eggs. And the banana bread is a must-to-eat. There is an honesty bar, which is a great idea in such a small hotel - you can serve yourself and then write it in the book - you will be charged at departure. The dinner is optional - you need to order at breakfast, very good value for money, 3 course, Bajan food, very delicious, and guaranteed you will be full. The best part is to sit together with the other guests and have a nice chat, or a glass of wine together and share your Bajan stories. The East Coast is very-very nice, but not so much swimming options though, but really relaxing. Couldn't choose better option if you look for a real hideaway and relax. Absolutely enjoyed every bit.

Just what we expected as far as quiet, removed, and tucked away. We had A/C in our superior cottage room. (Not all rooms are equipped with A/C). IT WAS NECESSARY. Staff was friendly and didn't pester us. Eat breakfast in their restaurant, that's when you're likely to see the monkeys.....

If you are looking for a quiet, beautiful, friendly, isolated place to decompress, this is the place for you. The Sea-U does not offer supper on Fridays and Sundays. Friday is not an issue, but Sunday is as there are only four other places to eat in the area. One serves a very good but expensive brunch, but no supper on Sundays; One doesn't serve supper at all; One has supper but the menu is reduced on Sundays; and the other is a 30 minute walk with mediocre food. If you don't have a car, your options are very limited. The Sea-U did try to provide a sandwich option at lunch, which I guess you could store for later and go out for the brunch as your main meal of the day. The other option would be to make supper in your room, but this would require some planning ahead, as there are no real grocery stores in the area. There really is no place to swim in this area. The coast on this side of the island is stunningly beautiful but rugged. You can sit on the beach but swimming is not recommended. There is a beach to the south, which is a spectacular 2 hour hike along the coast, or 15 minute taxi ride. Or, you can go to the west side of the island which is relatively simple on the bus. But don't let this discourage you from booking here: in reality these are just minor challenges that are worth overcoming. And, if you rent a car, even for a few days, they aren't an issue at all.

We stayed here for three nights before sailing in the Grenadines. Lovely location near beautiful Bathsheba. Pleased to see no children allowed!

More evening meale woluld be appreciated,due to isolated location And addition OF a plunge pool woluld be perfect.

The moment I arrived I instantly felt the peace and tranquility of Trent Bay and Bathsheba. The warmth and friendliness of the management and staff couldn't be better. My room was exactly as described and pictured. It was perfect and I had the most amazingly comfortable bed! The wooden shutters allowing the breeze and the roar of the Atlantic coast was music to my ears. On the first night there was an optional get-together meal alfresco for guests which I felt totally at home with. On check out I was able to make use of the facilities as I didn't have a flight until evening. Overall a fantastic package and for one which I am sure to repeat.

Really great place to stay in Bathsheba. Rooms are very nice and comfortable. The location and scenery are beautiful. If you stay here just remember to bring some bug spray and that most rooms don't have a/c or windows. The full dinners were good but a stretch to be worth the price for what you get. Overall we loved the Sea U, would recommend if you want to stay out of the busy western parts of the island.

This is our second stay here. The view is really breathtaking. It is a quiet part of the island unless you include the frogs and the ocean waves. The staff are warm and welcoming. They are very helpful. I believe the majority of the staff are the same as when we visited last. I think speaks well of the hotel environment. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner. She is very friendly and we really enjoyed our opportunity to chat over cocktails. Because of the intimate environment you can strike up a conversation with fellow guests should you choose. The public and private buses run regularly to other parts of the island if you want to save money on cab fare or the young man that the hotel uses is very friendly and professional and reasonably priced as well!

We had our every wish fulfilled for a relaxing retreat to recharge our spirits and SeaU did not disappoint! The staff took great care to see you were enjoying your experience and we appreciated the homecooked meals with a very personal touch. I don't think we've had a better nights sleep with the soothing breeze and constant waves. We never missed the tv and it seemed time stood still for a while. All the locals were friendly as well and would stop to wave, say hello and ask how our visit was going, very proud of their island.

We enjoyed our stay, nice rooms and good breakfast. It is a lovely quiet part of the island and we enjoyed relaxing in the gardens. It is near to Andromeda botanical gardens which are wonderful. Only down side is there is no pool, no flat ground to put one on, and you can't swim in the sea.

Very beautiful and romantic setting. Nice gardens and scenery and outdoor eating area and staff vey friendly

The guest house has only a few rooms, which are generous in size. They are ranged within different buildings set in palm shaded grounds, well within sight - and sound - of the Atlantic coast. There is easy access to Bathsheba, and to the coastal path, with a bus stop a short walk away. The staff are courteous and helpful, but discrete which means that whilst you know they are there you feel you can take your holiday in your own space, at your own pace. Breakfast on the terrace, as the sun comes over the horizon with the small birds and hotel cat in attendance, then I would recommend you do take advantage of the dinner available at least on some evenings. Well cooked, local fare.

A stay at the Sea-U gives you a completely different experience of Barbados compared with the upmarket glitz of the west coast and the all-inclusive fun of the south coast. The island's east coast, and Bathsheba in particular, is wild and unspoilt and Sea-U fits perfectly into this ambiance with its traditionally built wooden buildings and relaxed atmosphere.