On Maxwell Beach along Barbados's south coast, Bougainvillea is family-owned and operated. The beach is calm and sheltered by two natural breakwaters, making it one of the more swimmable stretches on the island. Suites range from studios to two-bedroom beachfront options, all with kitchen facilities and private balconies or terraces. The grounds unfold around three pools including a lagoon pool threaded with waterfalls and a swim-up bar. The Karma Spa is on site, the beach bistro serves fresh local catch, and a full water sports program puts the Caribbean directly at your door. Five minutes from the restaurants of St. Lawrence Gap and a short drive from Oistins' Friday night Fish Fry.