Radisson Hotel Trinidad
by the TopOfHotel team
Radisson Trinidad is the easier-to-reach downtown alternative to the Hyatt, with a rooftop 360-degree revolving restaurant no one else in the Caribbean has, a short walk from Brian Lara Promenade and the ferry to Tobago.
Radisson Trinidad is the easier-to-reach downtown alternative to the Hyatt, with a rooftop 360-degree revolving restaurant no one else in the Caribbean has, a short walk from Brian Lara Promenade and the ferry to Tobago.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
Picture a white 21-floor tower standing on Wrightson Road, right on the waterfront in the heart of Downtown Port of Spain, with the deep-blue bay and the Northern Range mountains behind it — that's Radisson Hotel Trinidad, a fixture of the capital's skyline for years now. The 244 rooms are classic business-hotel: warm brown-and-beige tones, soft beds, a desk by the window, and big curtains that pull back to the city and the Caribbean sea. The higher floors are the real draw — wake up, open the curtains, and the bay stretches out to the mountains in the north, which feels a notch more special than your average business hotel. The overall design isn't boutique or showing off the latest architecture, but the rooms are easy to use, convenient and comfortable, which works whether you're in town for meetings or just want a base to crash in between days exploring the city.
Food and amenities
If one thing sets Radisson Trinidad apart from every other hotel in the Caribbean, it's Riggers Restaurant, the rooftop spot where the floor slowly turns a full loop in about an hour — over dinner you'll watch the view shift from Port of Spain bay to the lights of Downtown, on to the Northern Range, and back round to the Caribbean sea. It's the only revolving restaurant in the whole Caribbean region, and plenty of people come up just for the experience. Go around 6 pm at sunset and you'll catch the city turn from gold to night lights as the floor completes its rotation — the kind of image that sticks with you. Beyond Riggers there's an outdoor pool to cool off in during the afternoon, a 24-hour fitness center for anyone who likes to train before the day starts, meeting rooms and a business center for working travelers, free Wi-Fi throughout, and in-building parking that's genuinely handy in an area where spots are hard to find.
Location and getting there
Location is the other big reason people pick this place. The Radisson sits on Wrightson Road, on the Downtown Port of Spain waterfront — the capital's business district and city center. Walk about 5 minutes and you reach Brian Lara Promenade, the central public plaza named after the country's cricket legend, with big trees, benches and street art to wander past. Independence Square and the old town's historic buildings are right nearby, and a little further is the Port of Spain ferry terminal, where the boat across to Tobago takes about 2.5 hours — cheaper and more scenic than flying. Piarco International Airport (POS) is roughly 25 km out, about 30-40 minutes by car depending on traffic. The Radisson is also in the same district as the pricier, plusher Hyatt Regency Trinidad, which is exactly why people who want a central base without overspending choose it instead — an easy, good-value downtown option.
Things to know before booking
To help you decide, some straight talk. The thing reviews flag most consistently is inconsistent staff service — check-in can be slow, some requests get a slower response than at comparable hotels elsewhere, and while some staff are very friendly, others seem rushed. If you're expecting Hyatt Regency-level luxury service, you may come away a little let down; better to dial back the expectation and treat it as a convenient business hotel. The second recurring point is the aging building and rooms — some furniture, carpets and bathrooms look well-used, and a few spots could use a modern refresh. If your room is genuinely in rough shape, ask to switch; there's usually a better one to move to. The third is that Downtown goes quiet after sunset, with few restaurants and shops open. For dinner out you'll need to take a taxi to Woodbrook or St. Clair, where restaurants and bars stay open late — so budget for the fare.
Our take
Pulling together a lot of real guest reviews, Radisson Hotel Trinidad is a good-value downtown option for anyone who wants to stay in the heart of the Trinidad capital without paying Hyatt prices. The 360-degree revolving restaurant you won't find anywhere else in the Caribbean is the headline, the location walks you to Brian Lara Promenade and the ferry to Tobago, and the higher rooms have a genuinely good view over the bay and the Northern Range. If you're a business traveler in town for meetings, someone breaking the trip in Port of Spain for a night before crossing to Tobago, or just after a base to explore the city on a budget, it fits nicely. If you're expecting luxury-level service and brand-new rooms, the Hyatt Regency or a boutique hotel in St. Clair would suit you better. Overall we give it 7.8/10 — best for business travelers, Tobago stopovers, and budget-minded visitors who value location and that revolving-restaurant experience over flawless service.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- The Riggers rooftop restaurant turns a full 360 degrees while you eat — the only revolving restaurant in the entire Caribbean, so the view rotates slowly past you from Port of Spain bay around to the Northern Range mountains and back.
- Central Downtown location on the Wrightson Road waterfront, under a 5-minute walk to Brian Lara Promenade, the city's main public plaza, and to the ferry terminal that runs across to Tobago.
- Higher rooms in the 21-floor tower look out over the bay and the Northern Range; guests describe opening the curtains in the morning to a genuinely great view.
- Rates from about $186 a night, clearly below the Hyatt Regency in the same district — a good fit for business travelers and anyone who wants to stay central without blowing the budget.
- A full set of business-traveler amenities: fitness center, outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, meeting rooms and in-building parking, which is a real plus in an area where parking is hard to find.
- Staff service comes up again and again as inconsistent — check-in can be slow, some requests get a slower response than you'd expect at this level, and warmth varies a lot from one staff member to the next.
- The building and rooms are starting to show their age. Some furniture and bathrooms look well-used and could do with a renovation; if you land in a tired room, ask to switch — there's usually a better one available.
- Downtown goes quiet after sunset, with few restaurants open. For dinner out you'll need to grab a taxi to Woodbrook or St. Clair, so leave room in the budget for the fare.
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Insider Tips
- Book a table at the Riggers rooftop revolving restaurant before you arrive, and go up around 6 pm at sunset — you'll watch the city shift from daylight to night lights as the floor completes a full rotation.
- Ask for a room on floor 15 or higher facing the bay — the views over Port of Spain bay and the Northern Range are what make this place worth it, and it's quieter than the lower floors next to Wrightson Road.
- If you're heading to Tobago, take the Caribbean Airlines ferry from the Port of Spain terminal just a 5-minute walk from the hotel — it's cheaper than flying and the crossing across the Caribbean takes about 2.5 hours.