Information for: Barbados
Barbados is an island paradise with the British influence running right through it. Only one-hundred-and-sixty-six square miles in size, it’s so quick to get around the South, East and West coasts. Expect grand colonial era hotels, fine dining restaurants, lively bars, great beaches and the absolutely fantastic weather.
Hotels located in: Barbados
Bellagio
This famous and extravaganthotel (Think ‘Ocean’s Eleven’) is pretty much the size of a small town and comes complete with its own theatres fountains art galleries restaurants and casinos. The Bellagio is probablythe ultimate Las Vegas hotel experience and is undeniably grand lavish and world-class. This isn’t a city of small boutique offerings I’m afraid!
3600 Las Vegas Blvd SLas Vegas
Tel No: +1 702-693-7111
Coral Reef Club
The Coral Reef Club is a mid-sized boutique offering that’s still under British ownership. As well asthe main building there’s also an assortment of cottages and villas all with a colonial flavour. Luxurious with service to match plus a chilled atmosphere you should expect quiet and charming not lively and happening. Lovely.
PortersSt. James
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 422 2372
The Sandpiper
The Sandpiper is one of the most exclusive & discreet small hotels on the island. Atastefully understated hotel with a relaxed atmosphere to match it’s certainly not the biggest – but that’s part of its charm. A small secluded and friendly option it still packs a punch with facilities including the gorgeous newly-built spa at [...]
HoletownSt. James
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 422 2251
Little Arches
Little Arches is a privately owned boutique hotel that’s one of Barbados’ most distinctive properties. Located just steps from the island’s landmark Miami Beach it’s alsoone of the smallest upmarket options – there are onlytwelve rooms here. Urbane modernand cosmopolitan in look and feel this is a real cracker.
Enterprise Coast RoadChrist Church
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 420 4689
The Crane
The Crane is a handsome and traditional hotel built in 1887. Located on a cliffside above Crane Beach it wasrecently voted one of the Top Ten Beaches in the World. Featuring afamous swimming pool with views over the cliff it’s popular with a younger traveller mainly for the pool and the beach. A dramatic place [...]
St. PhilipBarbados
Tel No: +1 246 423 6220
The House
The House is an exclusive all-suite boutique hotel in St James. The layout ischic and contemporary yet it still manages to be intimate and elegant. In an attractive setting too – Paynes Bay in St James on the west coast of the island this is polished and understated excellence. A grogeous place to stay when [...]
Paynes BaySt James
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 432 5525
Culture & Entertainment Located in: Barbados
Olives Bar and Bistro
Olives Bar and Bistro is St James resto-bar that’s a trendy local nightspot. The upstairs loungehas all the hallmarks of a hip hangout – expect potted plants wood floors cozy seating and a relaxed atmosphere. While the downstairs restauranthas a reputation for great food. A good spot to chill rather than party hard.
2nd StreetSt James
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 432 2112
McBride’s Pub & Cookhouse
McBride’s Pub & Cookhouse is an Irish-themed pub in St. Lawrence Gap. The food menu has all the Irish & British favourites you’d expect and it can get lively in here (including nightly live music). The outdoor terrace is a quieter option and things tend to be busy without being too busy during the week.
St. Lawrence GapChrist Church
Tel No: +1 246 435 6352
Lord Willoughby’s Tavern
Lord Willoughby’s Tavern is a highly-popular bar that’s open twenty-four-hours-a-day. All the solid pub entertainment is here – a menu oftypical pub grub games a pool table and arcade games. Casual informal and prettyrowdy at weekends this is somewhere to visit if you’re letting your hair down not if you just want a quiet drink!
BagatelleSt. Thomas
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 421 2121
The Boatyard
The Boatyard is one of the most popular nightvenues in Bridgetown in a good spot for plenty of other eating and drinking options nearby. Sharkey’s bar is just part of this entertainment complex and thiscan be a real party place at night. As a destination for a whole night’s entertainment The Boatyard is one of [...]
Bay StreetBridgetown
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 436 2622
Lexy Piano Bar
Lexy Piano Bar is a popular and trendy St James nightspot. A good West Coastoption if you’replanning on partying ’til late (stays open ’til 2am) this is a fun informal and lively bar-club. The tourists and the expats love this place – we think you will too.
Second StHoletown
St. JamesTel No: +1 246 32 399
Champers
Champers is a well-located Wine Bar and restaurant with good ocean’s edge views. Boasting a good number of chapagnes and wines from all over the workd this is one of the island’s smartest wine bars a nice place to relax with a couple of glasses of the fizzy stuff. The food’s good too – we [...]
Highway 1Barbados
Tel No: +1 246 435 6644
Restaurants Located in: Barbados
The Tides
The Tides is an upmarket West Coast option with a good reputation. Seafood is their bigthing here and they serve delicious contemporary Continental French andCaribbean dishes. An occasional stop for visiting celebs this place has both style and substance plus the expected high prices.
Balmore HouseHoletown
St. JamesTel No: +1 246 432 8356
L’Azure
L’Azure is one of three in-house restaurants at The Crane Resort an award-winning restaurant serving-up classic and Caribbean dishes. A highly-elegant place to dine L’Azure boasts some of the very best views on the island. Safe to say it’a a real dining experience here – and the prices agree!
Crane ResortSt. Philip
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 423 6220
Mango’s by the Sea
Mango’s by the Sea is a laid-backandupmarket Speightstown restaurant & bar in a great location with views out over the water. It’s not too seafood-dominated in here – steaks and ribs are on the menu – but it’s definitely high-end dining (for which you’ll have to pay high-end prices).
West End # 2Queen Street
SpeightstownTel No: +1 246 422 0704
The Cliff
Seen by many as the very best restaurant on the island The Cliff is situated on top of a coral cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea.An impressive open-air restaurantwith the food to match thescenery it’s upmarket special and draws the occasional celeb to dine. It’s very pricey – but you’ll see why and won’t grudge a [...]
DerricksSt. James
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 432 1922
Daphne’s
Barbados’ Daphne’s is the sibling of the trendy London restaurant of the same name. And you can expect trendy Italian dining in this sleek contemporary spot. The menu is genuine modernand high-end and although this place is very very expensive it still remains a popularchoice for visitors.
Payne's BaySt. James
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 432 2731
Cafe Sol
A popular spot for locals and tourists alike Cafe Sol isopen seven days a week at St Lawrence Gap. Avibrant Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar it’s festive noisy and unpretentious. An all-round fun and informal place to eatkeep an eye out for thetwo happy hours each night!
St. Lawrence GapChrist Church
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 435 9531
Sporting/Leisure/Beauty Located in: Barbados
The Spa at Sandy Lane
This splendid Romanesque environment is the perfect place to unwind after a day at the beach and is fronted by a spectacular waterfall cascading into the large swimming pool. The highly skilled therapists at Sandy Lane are waiting to rejuvenate your mind body and spirit with an excellent and unique range of traditional therapies from [...]
Sandy LaneSt James
Barbados BB24024Tel No: +1 246 444 2100
Bayshore Complex
The Bayshore Complex is a renovated shopping centre with an array of boutiques and speciality shops. Housed in the old Harbour Police building this modern retail dining and entertainment complexes offers one of the best shopping experiences on the island. The complex has an eye catching waterfall and pond complete with fish near the entrance. [...]
Carlisle BayBridgetown
BarbadosTel No: n/a
Barbados Island Tours
The best way to get an all around feel of island life is to book yourself on one of the many tours which are on offer. Tours available include: Adventure tours eco and nature tours heritage tours air and inter-island tours sea and submarine tours black culture tours homes and garden tours bike and scooter [...]
Various pick up locations around the islandBarbados
Tel No: n/a
Jolly Roger Pirate Cruises
Jolly Roger Pirate Cruises offer their well-known ‘Pirate Cruise’ around the island. One of a number of cruises available from Tall Ships Jolly Roger is certainlythe liveliest one – four hours of fun and nonsense! Expect to be well-fed and watered on the cruise too.
Tall ShipsThe Shallow Draught
BridgetownTel No: +1 246 430 0900
Pelican Shopping Village
Located halfway between the cruise ship terminal and downtown Bridgetown Pelican Craft Centre is one of the most interesting shopping experiences on the island. This is a perfect place to experience traditional island shopping and is where craftspeople create and sell locally made leather goods basketry carvings jewellery glass art paintings pottery amongst other things. [...]
Princess Alice HighwayBridgetown
Tel No: +1 246 427-5350
Dacostas Mall
Housed in the historic Colonnade building this quaint but popular shopping malls features 25 shops including the islands leading jewellery shop The Royal Shop which claims to be filled with &lsquoTreasures fit for a King&rsquo. Other shops include: Little Switzerland Colombian Emeralds and Harrisons. An exceptional food court keeps those hunger pangs at bay.
Colonnade BuildingBroad St
BridgetownTel No: +1 246 426-1049
Entertainment located in: Barbados
Barbados Museum & Historical Society
The Barbados Museum located at the Garrison is housed in the former British Military Prison. The prison completed in 1853 became the headquarters of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society in 1930. From artefacts which belonged to the original settlers of the Island to furnishings of an 18th century house there&rsquos plenty to see and [...]
The Kirby Art Gallery
The Kirby Gallery is one of Barbados’ most vibrant art galleries and features an extensive collection of original paintings and a selection of limited edition prints serigraphs and sculptures by local regional and international artists. Each month they feature the work of several artists and highlight their forté and style. Check website for upcoming events [...]
The CourtyardHastings
Christ ChurchTel No: +1 246 430-3032
Mount Gay Rum Visitors Centre
Discover the secrets and taste the magic of this world famous rum. Learn about the colourful history of Mount Gay Rum and enjoy some free samples! Regular 45 minute tours are on offer from 9 – 3.45 Monday to Friday. After your tour is over enjoy a traditional meal in their Verandah restaurant with serene [...]
Spring Garden HighwayBridgetown
BarbadosTel No: +1 246 425-9066
Brighton Beach
This exceptionally long stretch of sand is conveniently located close to Bridgetown and the combination of its natural beauty and atmosphere makes it perfect for a day in the sun. Although its not the most secluded beach on the island it benefits from very few rock or reef breaks and the water is fairly calm. [...]
Spring Garden HighwayBridgetown
BarbadosTel No: n/a
Bottom Bay Beach
You have to venture down a few steps to reach this beach but once you get there you&rsquoll realise it was worth it. Bathing in the sea isn&rsquot recommending because of the strong waves however this isolated cove semi enclosed by high coral cliffs is the perfect place to just chill out on the beach [...]
Marley ValleySt Philip
BarbadosTel No: n/a
Teatro Municipal
The Teatro Municipal is one of the Santiago&rsquos historical landmarks and you&rsquoll see why when you see this stunning building. Here you&rsquoll be able to enjoy dramatic productions as well as of majestic operas and ballet besides concerts of classic music.
Agustinas 794Santiago
Tel No: +56 8004 71000