3 Martinis Beachbar, Restaurant and Apartments
So I was passing by Turners beach the other day. Since I’d
never actually walked ALL the way along the beach, I decided that this would be
the perfect opportunity to. At the end of the beach I stumbled onto the 3
Martinis.
Pros
The best thing about
3 Martinis is it’s proximity to the beach. It is located on the opposite side
of the road to the beach, literally a stones throw away, just a few steps and
you’re on the beautiful, nearly mile long beach. Not only that, the slight
elevation means beautiful views of neighbouring Montserrat
Of course, there is the price. This starts at 75$ US per
night – nothing short of a fantastic bargain for beach side accommodation
Another pro is location location location. 3 Martinis is
located on the South West Coast, with a long stretch of Turners beach right in
front of you. The guesthouse has a restaurant located right downstairs. Should
you get tired of this fare, though, there is Keyonna Beach Club which is a bit
more upscale, and then Turners Beach Bar at the end of the beach. These are all
5-10 minutes easy walking distance.
You will also be right on the bus route, meaning easy access
to a number of beaches, hotels, and other attractions located along the coast.
This includes Jolly Harbour, with a supermarket, many restaurants, and shopping.
CONS
3 Martini’s Bar is certainly dated. You get an immediate
“rustic” vibe, and the peeling paint immediately signals the fact that the
exterior is in serious need of upkeep, which is a regular comment from those who
have stayed there. Unfortunately, I haven’t had a proper look inside, so I can’t
really comment on the décor. It is also my understand that there’s no AC, so if
you’re a city dweller who absolutely NEEDS their room at a well maintained 72
degrees, this may not be the place for you.
VERDICT
3 Martinis offers an excellent opportunity for those who
enjoy opening their windows and looking down on a beautiful ocean and a white
sandy beach. While it is no luxury accommodation by any means, and is in need
of a bit of sprucing up, it makes up for this in heart and having a fantastic
location. It also works well as a base in exploring other beaches and areas of
interest around the island.
RATING
3.5 out of 5 stars
