Surinam is home to Naniki Cottages. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carlisle Bay and Rockley Beach. Caribbean International Riding Centre and Diamonds International are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and mountain climbing. Visit our Surinam travel guide
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Naniki Cottages
An outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a garden are available at this cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. All 8 accommodations have free WiFi, and feature kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Guests will also find patios, sitting areas and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Naniki Cottages offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping available once per stay
Location highlights
Near the bay
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
8 units
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Solar energy
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 10.00 per cent will be charged
A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is BBD 0.00 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by BBD 0.00 per night for each additional bedroom.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Naniki Cottages House Surinam
Naniki Cottages House
Naniki Cottages Surinam
Naniki Cottages
Naniki Cottages Cottage
Naniki Cottages Surinam
Naniki Cottages Cottage Surinam
Frequently asked questions
Does Naniki Cottages have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Naniki Cottages pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Naniki Cottages?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Naniki Cottages?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.
What time is check-out at Naniki Cottages?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Naniki Cottages located?
Situated in Surinam, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Huntes Gardens and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cattlewash and Bathsheba Beach. Andromeda Botanic Gardens and Harrison's Cave are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Naniki Cottages Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.2
Cleanliness
10
Location
10
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 33 reviews
10 - Excellent
21
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
8 - Good
4
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 33 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vaibhav Rohitbhai
20 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was really good and the employees were too friendly
Vaibhav Rohitbhai
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James
11 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was beautiful. Certainly a place enabling you to relax and chill out.
Cottage was clean, tidy with all facilities we needed.
The host, Tom, went out of his way to make sure we settled in, had everything we needed, and his hospitality went above and beyond what we might have reasonably expected. Thanks again Tom.
James
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Keisha
14 Mar 2026
Very quiet, picturesque surroundings.
Keisha
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Esther
25 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
You woke up in tranquility and the accommodation was very comfortable. The proprietor Mr. Hinds was amazing and knowledgeable.
Esther
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
AR Martinez
17 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A serene spot overlooking the Atlantic, it was everything that we hoped it to be. Tom is a wonderful host just wished we had stayed longer. A beautiful area of Barbados that everyone should visit at least once in their life
AR Martinez
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey
13 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tom is great, he owns the property and is very hands on and helpful with knowledge about Barbados and where to go. He knows who can help and just overall very hospitable. 10 for 10 recommend, especially since the location is unlike anything else on the island.
Kelsey
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carl
16 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Amenities
The property is dated, needs to be freshened up top to bottom. It is on the fringe of a wooded area nice and quite. The 1 big complaint is that the property owner did not advise us that we were the only visitors to be there most of the time so there would be no food service available, so we had to cook every meal for ourselves. So that meant going to the grocery stores and buying supplies. Not what we had in mind for a relaxing 14 day stay.
The cleaning lady was fantastic she did a great job of making our stay a little more tolerable.
Carl
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Qassem
31 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I'm a pulmonary & critical care physician in Florida, USA. I have lived in many different countries and traveled to more than 40 different countries on 6 different continents. I love nature, healthy living, good-hearted people and delicious food. My week at Naniki cottages under the guidance of my friend and mentor Tom (the owner), has changed my outlook at life. This place is a piece of paradise. No mosquitoes, nothing poisonous or harmful on the island, right next to the best surfing in the Caribbean (the soup bowl) and overall a therapeutic retreat. That mountain in St. Joseph is ranked 3rd in the world in longevity; most people live to 100 years old. I will be going back again and again as I intend to purchase a plot of land in the area to build my dream vacation home for my family one day.
A very tranquil place surrounded by beautiful scenery. The accomodation is tired but has everything you need. Ideally you need to have your own transport if you want to get around. Tom the owner could not have been more welcoming and helpful
Robert
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Tom
24 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Dit is persoonlijk een unieke plek op Barbados. Ik zou liever 4,5 ster geven omdat dit oord uniek in zijn soort is, maar het heeft wat liefde en aandacht nodig (technisch onderhoud en zo) De gastheer is zorgzaam en gastvrij. Wij hebben genoten van het geheel. Zeker oud Suriname reizigers zullen zich hier direct thuis voelen
Wunderschöne Umgebung sehr verwinkel auf schlechten Staßen. Tom der Gastgeber war sehr freundlich und aufmersam. Die Sauberkeit ließ zu wünschen über.⁷ķaufmersam seinen Gästen gegenüber
Michaela
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
tracy
16 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A slice of paradise
The location was perfect, set within the natural environment of the rain forrest with stunning views. Because it's rural a car is highly recommended. A place of tranquillity and peace. You'll find the owner Tom extremely helpful too. Lovely man.
tracy
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colin
10 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stopover
Tom the owner was very welcoming and good to talk to.Very knowledgeable.One morning a group of us went for a hike in the woods,which was lovely.I think Tom educated us all.This is a lovely place to be ,just to relax and collect your thoughts. I would definitely recommend.
Colin
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nieve
4 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tom the owner is a super helpful guy and so friendly and kind. Stayed here with husband and 2 children for 6 nights and really enjoyed the peace and being surrounded by nature and the forest & swimming pool. Cannot stress enough how helpful Tom was from organising food, taxis, a sightseeing trip and giving lifts to my husband to get food from the local shop. If you’re not into superficial boring 5 star hotels and want to be immersed in local Bajan culture and nature this is the place for you
Nieve
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Janet
16 Dec 2021
Liked: Communication
The view was stunning, the owner helpful but the place needs some TLC
Janet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great cottages, even better host
Naniki is a haven in a delightfully non-touristy part of the island. The views out to sea from the cabins are fantastic. The food was also top notch. Tom, the attentive host is a reason in itself for visiting. His company and his informative tour of the nearby forest were highlights of our trip to Barbados.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Katherine E
5 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful
Katherine E
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Naniki was a really lovely place off the beaten path. Very quiet and beautiful spot. Tom is an excellent and attentive host. I stayed here for four days of quarantine after arrival in Barbados and this was definitely the right choice for me. I loved the hammock.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
21 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Heaven on earth
If you appreciate tranquillity in beautiful natural surroundings, this is the place.Tom Hinds is an excellent host who will do anything to make your stay comfortable and interesting. It was very enjoyable to chat with him every day. We weren't able to participate in the walks he offered but we enjoyed following the marked trails in the forest on our own.
Our bungalow was elevated with a wonderful view over the garden and wooded hills to the ocean. The air was cool and louvres permitted a gentle breeze throughout the cottage. Two sets of French windows led from the lounge to the balcony on to which we moved the lounge and dining furniture to enjoy the view and the sounds of nature throughout our stay. We were awoken by birdsong and went to bed to the sound of crickets and frogs. Monkeys were to be seen in the trees behind the cottages and occasionally, when all was quiet, in the grounds enjoying the fruit on the guava trees. We could hear them chattering in the trees in the late afternoon.
The pool is small but very pleasant for a cooling swim after an excursion. The open air restaurant, overlooking the same beautiful view, offers delicious lunches cooked by a very good local chef. We experienced only one slight problem: weakening of the wi-fi signal as the number of guests increased. Tom was looking at a solution as we left.
It’s important to establish how to meet Tom on arrival.
We loved it here.It’s not posh but so friendly and in tune with nature . Hope to return soon
Elizabeth
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
23 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We received impressive hospitality from Tom, the owner of Naniki. Each property was unique with beautiful tranquil views of the local 'rainforest' area, and the Sunday morning Nature walk was completely worth the early start! The outdoor shower and hammocks were a lovely touch and much appreciated!
Special thanks to Tom for coming out to fix the shower problem...
So we came to Barbados for the first time and chose to stay at the Naniki Cottages because it looked interesting on Hotels.com. This ended up being a great decision. Firstly, it is in a great location nestled in the cottage palms with an amazing view of the Atlantic from up high. It is several degrees cooler than sea level and there is an amazing breeze. We left the porch doors and windows open for the entire stay. We got there around 4:30pm and couldn't find anyone at all but noticed that Tom had texted us so we replied and he showed us to our cottage and gave us a ride to the store to stock up for the night and next morning (don't forget coffee!). Tom is a true Bajan gentlemen and is an excellent host. We participated in the Hike/Yoga/Breakfast Sunday morning. It is not at all a strenuous hike, it is more a tour of the grounds where you learn the history and the natural flora and fauna of the area but there are some slippery spots so wear shoes with some good grip. I skipped the yoga (went to the store for coffee) but my girlfriend said it was the best instructor she's experienced and was a great session. I believe the restaurant is open for lunch most days and breakfast on the weekends. I've seen some "impatient" reviews of Naniki. This is not fast food. This is not the posh west side. There is a very small, very friendly staff with limited facilities. Don't come hangry. Relax. Be patient. Chat with Tom. Enjoy the views of the ocean, listen to the breeze through the palms
This place was completely beautiful. Tom was an excellent host and great to chat with throughout our visit. The walk he took us on through the countryside was lovely. Every evening around 4pm loads of monkeys come into the garden. We saw maybe 25-30 over the space of an hour one evening making their way down the paths and into the trees for fruit. Really memorable experience!