Magdalena Grand Beach & Golf Resort is situated within 750 acres of tropical plantation on a two and a half mile long beach. Its beautiful surroundings are complemented by an 18-hole golf course and close proximity to the attractions of Scarborough and Pigeon Point Nature Park, and you can expect to enjoy comfortable sea view accommodation in rooms, and one and two bedroom suites. There are five restaurants to choose from including two à la carte choices; and you can spend days relaxing on the beach, unwinding in the spa, enjoying complimentary bicycle hire, or diving with the 5 Star PADI Dive Centre; while children enjoy the kids' club.
Discover the ocean with a 5 Star PADI Dive Centre
Nearby 18-hole par-72 golf course
Desirable oceanfront location with sea view rooms
Plenty of dining choice including 2 à la carte restaurants
A tranquil location with lakes, golf course and towering palm trees
A short taxi ride to Pigeon Point Heritage Park and Scarborough
1730 Reviews
76% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Jul 12, 2019
Fabulous Stay
London
Terrific relaxing place to enjoy some nice rest and relaxation. We went to celebrate a special birthday with a '0' on the end of the number and we weren't disappointed. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. A very memorable stay.
Jul 11, 2019
Holiday
Hampshire, United Kingdom
We stayed at this hotel for two weeks we had the best time ever, the staff were exceptional especially Pam, Kerline and Krystal from the Salaka Cafe, Troy the restaurant manager and Lamaine in the Robinson Crusoe Bar, they went out of their way to provide us with exceptional service. The hotel manager was so lovely too, All of the staff were fantastic they are a credit to your hotel. Pam, Kerline and Lamaine really are amazing at their job. We will hopefully return. All rooms were clean and food wherever we ate was lovely.
Jul 08, 2019
Paradise lost and sadly neglected
Fleet, United Kingdom
This hotel used to be run by Hilton but is now government owned and run and unfortunately very poorly maintained.
There is very poor WiFi which is almost nonexistent when trying to connect in the rooms. Air con in the hotel barely works. Although we set the room to a comfortable 18 - 20 degrees Celsius our room was 27 degrees on average going down to 26 at best with the fan on full blast, which makes it difficult to sleep. Apparently one of the central hotel aircon fans was broken months ago and hasn’t been repaired.
There are lots of mosquitoes and bugs and when we arrived there was a trail of ants in our room and my husbands legs were covered in bites from some bugs when we awoke in the morning. When we complained however the hotel staff were very helpful and moved us to a new room.
On our 5th morning we awoke to find that there was no water in the bathroom to have a shower or even flush the toilets. It seems there was a burst water main. The pipes had been leaking for days and it was just a matter of time before this happened. Sadly nothing was done about it until it actually burst. Once again we were asked to move to another room.
The hotel overall is not air conditioned apart from a couple of the restaurants, the rooms (barely!) and the gym, so if you’re looking for respite from the heat - this is hard to find.
The room itself has all the amenities you would expect, a working safe, good iron and ironing board, tea and coffee facilities and normal toiletries. The ocean view rooms have beautiful views of the ocean just next to the hotel. There is a fridge in the room but no minibar. The plug sockets are American.
The hotel is tired and run down. All three ice makers were broken and we had to go to the restaurant bar ourselves to get ice as room service took forever. The lift was out of service and looked derelict - which was ok as the hotel had only 3 floors. I’m not sure how it would work if someone was in a wheelchair though as the breakfast buffet was on the bottom floor and reception was on the 3rd floor. There was rubbish in the ice making areas that looked like it had been left for days.
Breakfast is buffet style similar to most hotels, with an omelette area where you can get freshly cooked omelette. Unfortunately the breakfast options are the same every morning apart from two local dishes which change - after two weeks could become very tiring. Sadly even getting an omelette in the morning was a chore as there was typically a 20 mins wait for the sullen lady preparing the omelette to attend to her station and when she was finally there, to then start slowly organising the ingredients before she could start cooking. This was despite there being only very few guests at the hotel and breakfast was scheduled to be served from 7am and we would typically get breakfast quite a bit after that. This “relaxed” attitude to service and timekeeping seems to hold true for most of the staff. Our room was only made up at 5pm despite there only being a few guests staying in the hotel and overall service can be slow.
There were a few notable exceptions to this however and I’d like to say a massive thank you to three people who were great. Anika at reception has been sterling in helping us as much as she could, even to the point when the porters didn’t arrive to help move our luggage into a new room, she came and helped us to move our luggage herself. Troy the restaurant manager is always helpful, going out of his way and working hard to look after guests, and Minerva who serves in the Robinson Crusoe bar, who is a ray of sunshine and always on hand to take orders and make guests feel comfortable.
The hotel is quite a distance from any shops or restaurants so you either need to take taxis typically 90 TTD each way (£30 at the time) to Crown Point or Scarborough. Crown Point is about 20 mins away by car, has lots of restaurants and shops and is worth going for dinner. The hotel has a shuttle service once a day to Pigeon Point (near Crown Point). It leaves the hotel at 10am and returns at 4pm. There is no shuttle service any other time. Alternatively you can hire a car. Reception can organise one for 350TTD per day but the company they used for us had old cars with poorly working air conditioning. I’m sure there are other companies that you can organise independently.
The golf course is located in the hotel grounds. It’s a good 18 hole course that’s both beautiful and challenging. When we played there was no one else playing, so we could have a relaxing game at our own pace, without being held up or rushed. There are buggies for the course which were included in our green fees. As with the rest of the hotel, service is very basic. We were given a key to a buggy and a score card and left to our own devices. We had to clean the buggy of others drink bottles and load our own gear. One morning it rained, and we had to find towels to wipe the water off the buggy seats before loading our golf bags onto the buggy as usual. No water or ice is provided but water is available to buy if you need it. Sadly like everything else the course is very badly maintained. The bunkers are full of rocks and covered with weeds. There are hardly any rakes across the whole course and when we did see a rake in a bunker it was covered with weeds. After a windy day when we played the flags had been blown off the greens, making them almost impossible to see from a distance. No one had checked the course when it opened to put them back on. It’s also worth noting that there are small crocodiles called cayman that live in the lakes and ponds, so think twice about retrieving your ball if they fall in the water - although I’m told they rarely attack people unless they’re guarding their young.
It’s a real shame as this hotel has lots of potential but has so many missed opportunities. By fixing the aircon and wireless internet, our stay would have been so much more comfortable.The view from the rooms is beautiful and the room sizes are good. By increasing the frequency of the shuttle service, it would allow guests to enjoy the island more. With a little more effort the golf course could be a joy to play. Sadly without some fundamental changes and significant investment in this hotel I would not recommend staying here.
We originally booked our stay for two weeks but left after a week - which i’ve Never done before. The hotel staff were very kind and apologetic about everything. We wish them all the best and hope that they succeed in getting the investment needed to bring the hotel up to a reasonable standard.
Jul 06, 2019
Friendliest Staff,Great for kids
The staff here from the maids to the managers are probably the best on the island. They are very hospitable, always smiling,quick to accommodate and very professional. The breakfast is great, large variety and they change up some things every morning so its never boring. There is one gigantic pool with a drinks bar over it and about 2 other smaller pools so the kids had lots of fun there. The rooms were also nice, very clean with working air condition units. There is good wifi in the rooms, my eldest daughter spent most of her time streaming anime! The gym and sauna are clean, the equipment looks new. Finally there are 5 restaurants to eat at so there was really no need for us to leave the hotel grounds.
Jul 05, 2019
Great vacation
Trinidad
I had the best vacation at magdalena . Thanks to the front desk manager mr hollis moore, kizzy and ainka. Thank you for making my vacation very enjoyable and comfortable. Will return for a next vacation.
Offering PADI courses and programmes, the onsite dive centre has everything you need to embark on your first steps into diving or to rediscover your favourite activity. Nearby dive sites offer plenty to see and explore with an abundant marine life including many types of fish and even turtles.
Restrictions:
Subject to additional charges, payable locally.
Fitness Centre
Keep your regular workout routine going with modern fitness equipment.
18-Hole Golf Course
The nearby Tobago Plantations Golf Club has a professional 18-hole par-72 course landscaped around mangroves and coastal palm trees. It has a driving range and putting greens, as well as a clubhouse with a bar and grill, pro shop and practical facilities.
Restrictions:
Subject to additional charges, payable locally.
Spa & Beauty Salon
Offering a luxurious menu of treatments, sure to leave you feeling rejuvenated, the spa has full body scrubs, massages and facials for you to book. There is also a beauty salon which can help you stay fresh with hair styling, waxing, and nail treatments.
Restrictions:
Subject to additional charges, payable locally.
Daily Activities
Complimentary bicycles are provided by the hotel to get you exploring the local area and you can also enjoy a daily activities programme selected by the hotel. You may also book some nearby activities like water sports, rainforest tours and turtle watching from the hotel's tour desk.
Restrictions:
Certain activities subject to additional charge, payable locally.
3 Swimming Pools
Of the three swimming pools at the resort, one is just for adults and there is also a swim-up bar to quench your thirst in the water.
With partial ocean views, the standard room is well appointed inside with a full bathroom with bath and shower, and king-sized beds or twins. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi and a coffee maker.
With premium views of the ocean, these rooms are furnished with king-sized beds or twin doubles. The bathroom has a bath and shower, while a flat screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and coffee maker are among the amenities.
These luxurious suites come with large balconies or terraces which allow gorgeous views of the sea. There is a king-sized bed or twin doubles and a separate living room with sofa bed, and you'll also find two bathrooms and a private hot tub to relax in.
Great for families or groups of friends, these suites have two bedrooms: one with a king-sized bed and a second with twin doubles. There is a living area with sofa bed and a large private balcony or terrace with ocean views, and you'll also have a private hot tub and three bathrooms.
A casual English-style pub and sports bar open every day until late, serving a menu of classic pub food. Happy hours occur daily and there is live entertainment on Fridays.
Restrictions:
Happy hours: 17:00pm to 19:00pm; and 21:00pm to 22:00pmFood: 15:00pm to 22:30pmGuests under 18 years of age not permitted after 21:00pm
Pembois Restaurant & Terrace
The main buffet restaurant serves a varied array of food with plenty of choice for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nightly themed buffets highlight Caribbean and international cuisine, with the Grand Tobago Buffet showcasing local flavours on Wednesdays.
Restrictions:
Breakfast: 07:00am to 10:30amLunch: 12:00pm to 15:00pmDinner: 18:30pm to 22:30pm
Benné Café
Benné Café is located just by the lobby, serving a selection of baked treats and fresh coffees to help you relax in the day.
Salaka Grill
Home to refreshing drinks and light meals during the day, and an evening dinner menu emphasising grilled seafood in an intimate oceanfront atmosphere.
Restrictions:
Drinks service: 10:00am to 18:00pmFood service: 11:00am to 17:00pmDinner (Reservations recommended): 18:30pm to 22:30pm
Fairways Bar & Grill
This bar and grill is situated at the 18-hole golf course and features a menu of tasty dishes throughout the day and drinks too, all to keep your satisfied before or after a round of golf.
Restrictions:
Food Service: 07:00am to 16:00pm
Kali'na Restaurant
Tobago's culinary tradition is influenced by many different places around the world — including Africa, Europe and Asia. Here at Kali'na you'll find gourmet dining inspired by the country and other Caribbean cuisine.
Restrictions:
Reservations required. Children under 12 not permitted.Closed Sundays and Wednesdays.
Tavaco Lounge
This sophisticated piano and lounge bar serves a premium menu of drinks and is home to Jazz Sundays which showcase local bands.
Li'l Nylon Pool Bar
This swim-up bar lets you enjoy a refreshing drink without getting out of the water, with a menu of signature cocktails that will certainly put you in a holiday mood.
Board Basis Options
Bed & Breakfast
FOOD: Full breakfast from the buffet of Pembois Restaurant daily.
Half Board
FOOD: Full buffet breakfast in the Pembois Restaurant, and a choice of dinner from the buffet of Pembois or dinner from the pub menu of Robinson Crusoe Bar.
All Inclusive
FOOD: Full buffet breakfast and lunch at Pembois Restaurant, or lunch at the poolside snack bar. Dinner at Pembois or Robinson Crusoe Pub. You may also dine two nights per week at the seafood restaurant Salaka Grill or the Caribbean fusion restaurant Kali'na (from a special table d'hote menu, subject to availability). Afternoon tea at Kali'na Restaurant every day from 16:00pm to 17:30pm. Room service for breakfast, lunch and dinner (subject to tray charge).DRINKS: House brand alcoholic drinks including spirits and beer. Tropical coolers, house wines by the glass and soft drinks. ACTIVITIES: Tennis, access to the fitness centre, sauna access, bicycles, daily activities and entertainment programme. Round trip scheduled shuttle transfers to and from Pigeon Point Nature Reserve. Kids' Club for children aged 4 to 12 years.
Children aged between four and twelve are welcome to join the activities of the kids' club during the day and enjoy indoor games and movies, as well as beach games and turtle watching. Children under four are welcome to join in, but a parent of guardian must be present. Babysitting may also be requested so you can enjoy some free time to enjoy a romantic meal.
Restrictions:
Babysitting subject to request and additional charge.
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1730 Reviews 
Traveller ratings
What to Expect
Reviews
Fabulous Stay
London
Holiday
Hampshire, United Kingdom
Paradise lost and sadly neglected
Fleet, United Kingdom
Friendliest Staff,Great for kids
Great vacation
Trinidad