Apes Hill Barbados
Barbados Golf Holidays
Golf Holidays in Barbados with Apes Hill Golf Resort and Community
There are golf resorts, and then there is Apes Hill.
Occupying one of the highest points in Barbados, this exceptional golf resort and private community offers a completely different perspective of the island. While many Caribbean resorts focus solely on beachfront luxury, Apes Hill combines championship golf, spectacular scenery and understated elegance, all in an environment where nature takes centre stage.
The resort enjoys cooling trade winds and uninterrupted views stretching from the Caribbean Sea on the west coast to the Atlantic Ocean on the east. The elevated setting creates not only breathtaking scenery but also a more comfortable climate, allowing golfers to enjoy year-round play in ideal conditions.
Unlike other resorts where golf is simply another activity, Apes Hill has been designed around the game itself. Every villa, pathway and facility has been carefully integrated into the landscape, creating a destination where golf, luxury accommodation and the island's natural beauty exist in perfect harmony.
Whether you're playing the Ron Kirby-designed Championship Course, sharpening your game in the Golf Performance Centre or the Little Apes Par 3 Course, relaxing beside your private villa pool or unwinding at their nearby exclusive Beach Club, every moment feels effortless and indulgent.
Apes Hill Golf Resort and Community Accomodation
Guests stay in beautifully appointed three and four-bedroom villas that offer exceptional space, privacy and contemporary Caribbean design. Open-plan interiors flow seamlessly onto expansive terraces complete with private pools, outdoor dining areas and panoramic golf course or sea views.
Ideal for couples travelling together, golf societies or families, the villas provide all the comforts of a luxury home while enjoying the services and facilities of a world-class golf resort.
Packages also include rounds of golf, private golf carts, daily housekeeping and preferred access to the exclusive Beach Club, ensuring every stay feels both luxurious and effortless.
St James, Barbados
Apes Hill Barbados Golf Resort and Community
7 nights | Self Catering | 3 rounds
- Play on Apes Hill Golf Course (x3)
- Golf Holidays with Flights included
3-Bedroom Villas
The Three Bedroom Courtyard Villas combine contemporary Caribbean luxury with exceptional comfort and space. Overlooking the 18th fairway of the Championship Course and the sparkling Caribbean Sea, each villa features stylish open-plan living areas, a private pool and expansive outdoor spaces perfect for relaxing after a day on the course. Accommodating up to six guests, these beautifully appointed villas are the perfect place to unwind after a round of golf, or act as your base camp to map out your holiday plans.
4-Bedroom Villas
The Four Bedroom Hilltop Villas offer the ultimate luxury retreat for larger golf groups and families seeking privacy, space and spectacular surroundings. Positioned above the Little Apes Par 3 Course, these impressive single-storey villas boast panoramic views across the golf course and out to the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Featuring four en-suite bedrooms, generous indoor and outdoor living areas, a private pool and premium resort inclusions, every villa has been designed to make the most of Barbados' stunning scenery while delivering an exceptional stay both on and off the golf course.
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Getting to Apes Hill Golf Resort and Community
With direct flights from London with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, getting to Apes Hill is a simple and well worth the journey. Once arriving Apes Hill Resort, you can quickly unwind and let the holiday begin.
Arrive in Style:
After a long flight, next on the agenda is to get from the airport to the resort. GolfKings provides private direct transfers to all clients, meaning you are straight on the road and less than an hour from Apes Hill and the beginning of your golf holiday.
Weather at Apes Hill:
There are really no limitations to when you can enjoy a golf holiday at Apes Hill. Even in the cooler winter months, temperatures are consistantly high at the high 20 degree mark. There is no "best time" to travel for golf is over to Barbados, temperatures are ideal for golf all year round.
Golfing at Apes Hill
Perched almost 1,000 feet above sea level, Apes Hill is the highest golf course in Barbados, showing off spectacular views across both the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Redesigned by renowned architect Ron Kirby and reopened in 2023, this exclusive championship course is reserved for members and resort guests, delivering one of the Caribbean's most memorable and sought-after golfing experiences.
(Make sure to not miss out the iconic island par three 19th hole!)
This superb nine-hole par 3 course packs plenty of personality, with challenging greens, strategic bunkering and holes inspired by some of golf's most iconic short par 3s. Whether you're sharpening your wedge play, enjoying a relaxed afternoon with friends or introducing the family to the game, it's a fun and rewarding experience for golfers of all abilities. Quick to play but difficult to master, Little Apes is the perfect inclusion to a stay at Apes Hill Resort.
Looking to hone your golf skills off the course? The Apes Hill Golf Performance Centre offers you an on site, world class practice facility, covering every aspect of your game. An indoor putting studio, full grass driving range and a short game sharpening green are all there to help elevate your game to the next level.
FLY TO:
Grantley Adams International Airport, Bridgetown, Barbados
FLIGHT TIME:
9 hours from UK airports
CURRENCY:
Barbados Dollars (US Dollars also widely accepted)
BEST VALUE MONTHS:
May to October
BEST GOLF WEATHER:
Barbados enjoys a fantastic year-round golfing climate and very consistent. Tropical rainstorms are quite common, though so is glorious sunshine. Golfing in Barbados through the winter is the most popular time to travel.
Every holiday to Barbados should involve dipping your toes in the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. Apes Hill makes this as easy as it gets, with courtesy shuttles back and forth from your very own exclusive beach club. The warm welcome and service is every bit as in resort, with thoughtful touches such as chilled towels, refreshing sorbets, sunglass cleaning and seasonal canapés delivered to your lounger.
Take some time to relax during your stay and indulge in the long list of in-villa therapies available.
Coming in the not too distant future will be Ape Hill's own fully comprehensive Spa, which will boast beautiful views and an even more extensive list of treatments.
Apes Hill Resort has one of the most comprehensive racquet centres in the Caribbean, boasting two tennis course, Eight padel course, a lounge area and fully equipped washrooms. This is a place to either unwind with a friendly knock, or keep the competition ramped up and adding another discipline to your Barbados golf holiday.
The Noisy Cricket - serving your favourite dishes throughout your stay, overlooking the iconic 19th island green.
The 20th Hole - the perfect place for a post round bite to eat and drink, whilst you reminisce about the ups and downs of your days golfing.
Ocean Escape Beach Club - relaxed coastal dining on offer all throughout the day (and maybe some cocktails too!).
In-Villa Dining Experience - tailored in-villa dining with your own executive chef, for that special occasion, or just for ultimate indulgence.
St James, Barbados
Apes Hill Barbados Golf Resort and Community
7 nights | Self Catering | 3 rounds
- Play on Apes Hill Golf Course (x3)
- Golf Holidays with Flights included
Our team of experts are on hand to help tailor-make your golf trip
Call us on 0800 756 7715