Is St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper?

As of Nov 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper on Nov 30, 2025 start from ￥38,638, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holetown villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gibbs Bay and Royal Westmoreland Golf Course. Mullins Beach and Gibbes Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cher E.

Feb 13, 2023

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Unparalleled view!

From the balcony, you are surrounded by tall palms, a grassy garden, birdsong. It’s truly magical. It’s not luxurious. It’s authentic, genuine, clean and very comfortable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Laura V.

Jul 12, 2025

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The views from the upper veranda of the ocean were absolutely stunning. We were super lucky to be the only ones staying in any of the surrounding rentals, so it felt like our own private beach. When we 1st arrived there was an issue with the oven and no tools for the barbeque, Mark was extremely responsive and quick to resolve everything, there was also some excavations going on at the property next door the 1st morning, with loud beeping and typical heavy equipment banging, when I mentioned this to Mark he was kind enough to contact them, they finished up within an hour and the rest of our trip we got to enjoy the sounds of the ocean and all the beautiful birds instead of construction noises.The kitchen and entire unit was well equipped, the beds were very comfy, but only one room had mosquito netting over the bed, (there is no glass or screens in the windows so ALL the bugs can come in and do!) even with bug spray on we got a ton of bites. The entire place is like an old favorite pair of shoes, not fancy, a little tired and warn but super comfy and felt very homey. Overall we were super happy with our stay, you really can't beat the views and the direct access to the beach for the price, we will be back again for sure!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Apr 28, 2025

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Wonderful place

The apartment is beautiful, with a stunning view through three sets of large double doors directly to the ocean, and a huge deck with a complete dining area, lounge area and a hammock. Our two kids (3 and 6yo) fit very comfortably in the separate bedroom, and it was great having their own bath and shower. The space is an authentic island cottage with interesting architectural features and quality craftsmanship. It is not trying to be a glass and metal McMansion, and I’m glad it’s not. You are immersed in nature; we loved going to bed with the sounds of the tree frogs and waking with the birds. Friendly green monkeys played right outside a couple mornings. Of course you can’t pick and choose nature- like anywhere in the tropics, birds will try to eat your crumbs and there will be insects around, but nothing out of the ordinary, and certainly not a mark of any cleanliness issues; the place was spotless. Although all beaches on Barbados are public by law, the one in front of the house felt like a private beach, we only saw 2 other people walking past. The water is calm, and no sargasso, even when the south had it. When we were there there the beach was fairly narrow, but plenty deep to lay a towel down in soft sand and not risk getting wet, and just to the left and right are larger beaches you could easily walk to. The owner was kind, flexible and wonderful, with great recommendations. We hope to come back soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

Feb 28, 2025

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Great property

Right on the beach. We had the upper floor and we sat on the deck 90% of the time we were at the property and just stared at the ocean, read, played games, ate meals. It was beautiful. We are snorkelers and the snorkeling was very good right off the beach. Not much live coral but there was an abundance of sea life. Good restaurants a short drive away and a well stocked grocery store in Holetown. Had a car and did day trips to different beaches and sights every day. This is a very nice property and we would definitely stay there again if we go back to Barbados.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David F., Oxford, England

Apr 21, 2023

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A touch of paradise

We had a great stay in the upstairs apartment overlooking the ocean. The accommodation is great, it is not 5 star but you don't need that here as you live outside on the veranda, on the beach and if you are us at The John Moore Bar round the corner. Marc made us incredibly welcome and after 4 weeks of pure joy I am writing this as we prepare to fly home - I've never not wanted to go home before. Magical in every way.

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan L.

Feb 21, 2023

Apartment on Beach Front

The apartment was spacious with a lovely terrace overlooking the sea. The bedrooms and bathrooms clean but the kitchen seemed to be in need of a bit of a deep clean. We were happy with the check in information provided prior to arriving. We arrived to find the apartment open and the house keeper turned up a bit later. We were contacted once during our 7 night stay to be asked whether we needed any house keeping. There are 2 buildings on site and perhaps the daily service applied to the other building. The apartment was good enough for what we wanted but there was quite a lot of noise from people working on the adjoining properties. The Internet seems to call the apartments St James Bay luxury apartments but I think that description is pushing it. The picture of the beach must be old as it is not as deep now, like a lot of the Caribbean to be fair. The apartment is not expensive compared to some and so I felt that the price was fair for what was on offer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHAR M., Toronto, Canada

Sep 15, 2022

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West coast cottage

Exactly what I hoped for. Perfect place to relax. Thank you Sherry and P.J!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Jun 11, 2022

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Beachlife

Wonderful and relaxing 3 days on the west coast. Everything needed to enjoy the sea and beach, steps from the patio. Great communication and flexibility when we needed to postpone the trip. Highly recommend and look forward to returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Apr 6, 2022

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Perfect

Perfect setting on a very nice beach. Very relaxing. Charming apartment that I would definitely recommend. The balcony deck was in constant use. It’s located in a quiet area but there are a few bars/ rum shacks and restaurants nearby and it’s just a short bus ride to Holetown or Bridgetown. The manager was very helpful before and during our stay as was the housekeeper. Would definitely return.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

Mar 1, 2020

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Great location

A perfect place to relax and enjoy a beautiful view!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Julie L.

Aug 30, 2019

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Wonderful location !

We stayed at St James garden in the upper unit in August 2019 and we had a wonderful time. The property is so well located and the view on the ocean is simply breathtaking. We watched the sunset every night from the veranda or directly on th beach right in front of the property. If you walk on the beach about 200 feet left, there is a beautiful sandy beach with sun chairs. No seagrass at all. Simply cristal clear blue water (unlike Crane Beach or the East coast of the island, unfortunately). The kitchen is well equipped and you have everything you need. Marc, the owner, was so kind. He even make the arrangements to get us a table The Cliff restaurant for my birthday! If you look to find the perfect location, do not hesitate to go there. Other houses may be more luxurious but you will probably not be directly on the beach and for us, it’s was definitely worth it. We will go back there someday. It’s a little peace of paradise on earth!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Feb 26, 2019

Perfect location!

Enjoyed the beautiful beachfront and deck. Easy access to bus routes. Be sure to communicate arrival time with the host. The lock for the unit is a key so you need to arrange the time with the housekeeper to enter the building. The dryer does not work well. But everything else was picture perfect! This will be a tough one to beat. The local people are very friendly. We had wonderful times eating at close restaurants and pubs within walking distance. We also had a blast on our snorkeling tour on el tigre catamaran. Super crew, great food and drinks. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Feb 20, 2019

A slice of Paradise

Well located and comfortable unit for 2 adult couples. You need a car but close by to excellent restaurants. We had a great stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Ronda F.

Jul 31, 2018

Beautiful view and friendly host

I spent a week here with my teenage daughter and her friend in July 2018. We stayed in the upper two bedroom villa. The view is fantastic overlooking a well-manicured yard with palm trees and the Caribbean. I loved relaxing in the hammock on the porch While reading a book or napping and listening to the waves crash. I would recommend having a rental car... it makes exploring on your own easier without being limited by the bus schedule. We did use the bus though when going out on the town, and easily got a taxi to bring us home. It’s about a three minute drive to Holetown where there are great restaurants and a big grocery store and gas station and post office and everything you need. Mark is the owner and happen to be on the premises while we were there and he was so helpful in helping us find our way around the island and getting us recommendations. I wouldn’t go to Barbados without going on a big catamaran excursion for a day trip. Go with the more expensive trip and it’s well worth the money. Swimming with sea turtles and huge stingray and gorgeous underwater night life Marc is the owner and happened to be on the premises while we were there and he was so helpful in helping us find our way around the island and giving us recommendations. I wouldn’t go to Barbados with out going on a big catamaran excursion for a day trip. Go with the more expensive trip and it’s well worth the money. Swimming with sea turtles and huge stingray and gorgeous underwater life there. As far as the accommodations, they were clean and neat and everything was there that we needed, not luxurious, but the price isn’t luxurious either. That’s the only reason I didn’t give Porter’s 5 stars...if it had been a tad bit more luxurious (like the furnisI would definitely go back to this villa. Thank you Marc for all of your help and kindness during our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Jul 9, 2018

Paradise!

Perfect in everyway! We would return.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Jan 20, 2018

Paradise but better

Tropical setting directly on the beach with mature coconut trees. Looking forward to returning next year.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Aug 9, 2017

Private view

We spent a very relaxing, very calm 3 days at Upper James Bay in this generously sized apartment looking across a shady garden to the beach and sea beyond. A very private and quiet apartment, sitting well back from the road, so the only sounds are those of the waves and the insects/frogs at night, the flat is generally well equipped and all rooms are spacious. The verandah occupies the full width of the apartment allowing plenty of space for four to eat breakfast in comfort or to relax in easy chairs with a drink while watching the sun set ... or at the other end there's the hammock... And the beach, which we only shared with the one or two families occupying other apartments in James Bay (and then only from time to time), is beautiful, sandy, shaded if you want it, and with plenty to see for these who snorkel - including the occasional turtle if you're lucky. We would recommend renting a car as the nearest places to shop or eat are quite a walk.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Jun 20, 2017

Perfect beach location!

The house was lovely. The beach was perfect. Great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Apr 13, 2017

A wonderful location

The showers could do with an upgrade but everything else was great

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sarah I.

Apr 8, 2017

The property and surrounding scenery is spectacular

We really enjoyed our stay at James Bay. It was relaxing and the scenery is beautiful. One suggestion would be to have information within the condo of local telephone numbers , recommended restaurants , taxi companies etc. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017

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