Golfweek ranks the 18-hole championship layout at Apes Hill Barbados No. 7 in its newly published “Top 50 Courses in Mexico, Caribbean, Atlantic islands, Central America” list. Further, Golf World best-of-rating judges voted Apes Hill into its “Top 100 World Resorts” compilation.
To ascertain the best golf courses in its list, hundreds of Golfweek course-rating members continually evaluate courses and rate them based on 10 criteria. They also file a single, overall rating on each course. Those overall ratings on each course are averaged to produce a final, cumulative rating. Then each course is ranked against other courses in the region.
Apes Hill is one of only seven new resorts included in the latest Golf World list and the sole Caribbean newcomer. It joins an elite group of resort properties that were assessed across numerous categories including golf, accommodation, amenities, and setting. Compiled by Golf World’s Top 100 panel and overseen by editor Chris Bertram, the list is designed to showcase resorts capable of satisfying both golfers and non-golfers alike, highlighting destinations that offer a full getaway experience rather than simply “courses with rooms”.
Announcing the ranking, Bertram said: “There is a touch of class about everything at Apes Hill. The golf course will not disappoint even the most hard-to-please golfer with its blend of memorable holes and immaculate conditioning. The accommodations are simply exceptional; super chic but also eminently comfortable. And the amenities are expanding all the time, meaning this is just the start for Apes Hill in the World Resorts list.”
Sunil Chatrani, Executive Chairman of Apes Hill Barbados, said: “These accolades are wonderful, unbiased endorsement by objective experts. Apes Hill’s focus has always been to deliver superlative golf and other lifestyle amenities. This distinction reinforces that we are a first-class place where an array of inspiring things to see and do beckon – both on and off our courses.”
These recognitions follow the Little Apes par-3 course at Apes Hill being named the “Caribbean’s Best 9-Hole Golf Course” at the prestigious 2025 World Golf Awards. Both Apes Hill courses are complemented by a 19th hole with island green, an extensive practice facility, and the Golf Performance Centre, where state-of-the-art technology helps players hone their game.
Apes Hill’s elevated lifestyle, where the resort’s position 1,000 feet above sea level offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, offers relaxing stays with morning yoga amid the treetops, a stroll along winding nature trails, a match on floodlit Padel or tennis courts, or moments of tranquillity in the newly opened beach club. Every element is designed to harmonize sport, wellbeing and leisure within the resort’s lush, natural setting.
Last and certainly not least is Apes Hill’s commitment to caring for the land and sea. It has garnered World Golf Awards for its green friendliness, both for golf and the resort. Apes Hill also earned certification from Audubon International for its enviro and sustainability best practices. These include a bioswale system, a rain catchment reservoir, and farm gardens that produce fresh fruits and vegetables.
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