Best Beaches IN Barbados

Barbados is a beautiful island located in the Caribbean Sea and is known for its stunning beaches. In this article, we will explore the best beaches in Barbados. If you're planning a honeymoon or a vacation, Barbados is a great place to visit, and we want to help you discover the best beaches on the island. Here are our top picks for the best beaches of Barbados:

Crane Beach

Crane Beach is a world-renowned beach located on the southeastern coast and it is one of the most beautiful beaches in Barbados. It is known for its powdery pink sand and turquoise waters. The beach is surrounded by lush vegetation and offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can enjoy swimming, surfing, and sunbathing on the beach. There are also several beachfront restaurants and bars in Crane Beach that serve delicious food and drinks. The beach is also surrounded by lush vegetation, making it the perfect spot for a romantic getaway.

Bottom Bay

Bottom Bay is a secluded beach also on the southeastern coast of Barbados. It is known for its crystal-clear waters, dramatic cliffs, and pristine white sands. The beach is surrounded by coral cliffs and palm trees, providing the perfect setting for a peaceful day at the beach. You can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling in the calm waters or have a chill beach picnic. Bottom Bay Beach is perfect for those who want to escape the crowds and enjoy a peaceful beach in Barbados.

Miami Beach

Miami Beach is located on the south coast of Barbados and is known for its calm waters and soft white sands. The beach is popular among families and is perfect for swimming and sunbathing. It is also possible to rent beach chairs and umbrellas and enjoy a relaxing day on the beach. Miami Beach is surrounded by several restaurants and cafes that offer various food and drinks.

Bathsheba Beach

Bathsheba Beach is located on the eastern coast of Barbados and is known for its rugged beauty. The beach is surrounded by unreal massive boulders and is a popular spot for surfing. Don't forget to explore the nearby fishing village and sample some of the local cuisine. Bathsheba Beach is perfect for those who want to escape the crowds and enjoy the island's unique natural beauty.

Mullins Beach

Mullins Beach is located on the west coast of Barbados, just south of Speightstown and is known for its calm waters and golden sand. The beach is surrounded by palm trees and offers stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling while you are at Mullins beach. There are also several beachfront restaurants but you can take a short ride to Fishermans Pub in Speightstown to have dinner watching a stunning sunset. Take a look at our Speightstown day trip below:

Dover Beach

Dover Beach is located in Christchurch, just south of St. Lawrence Gap, Barbados. Dover Beach has heavenly soft white sand and clear blue waters. We stayed at Top Rock, walking distance to Dover Beach, for two weeks and Dover Beach was the best beach in Barbados for us. We are from the Mediterranean and for our taste, Dover Beach has crystal blue water with enough shades. It's a popular spot for tourists, and there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and water sports activities nearby. There are small eateries to have a local cutters sandwich, or you can try a fancy restaurant in St Lawrence Gap after sunset.
​Take a look at our Dover Beach Vlog below:

Carlisle Bay

Carlisle Bay is a stunning beach close to Bridgetown and Barbados cruise port. You can take a taxi from the cruise port to Carlisle Bay for 5 USD. There are famous Barbados beach clubs at Carlisle Bay, such as The Boatyard Club and Copacabana Beach Club but our choice is the chill beach shack of Savvy On The Bay. Just grab a cold beer or rum punch from the blue wooden cottage and sit under the umbrellas on the wooden benches enjoying the scenery. In the evening, they will light up and the atmosphere will still be vibrant. If you want to see one of the famous ship wrecks in Barbados and swim with turtles, they have 2 hour tours departing right from the beach. Carlisle Bay Beach is also known as Pebbles Beach and it has calm clear waters with white sand. There are not many shades but Savvy On The Bay will get you sorted out about this.

Rockley Beach

Rockley Beach is in Christchurch and you can find everything here for a great beach day. First of all, the sea is great, sometimes wavy but mostly good for swimming. There are many spots under the shade and also public picnic tables. The Richards Haynes Boardwalk at Rockley Beach is a delightful walk on the beach. Apart from the beach, there are shopping malls and supermarkets right on the other side of the main road at Rockley Beach, so you can grab whatever you want and have them at the beach. The restaurants in Rockley Beach range from upscale to street food and the shopping malls in the area have some eateries with great lunch deals. At night, it's also nice with some live music and small bars, a great hangout spot in Barbados. If you're wondering where to stay in Barbados, Rockley Beach makes a perfect base with its central location and amenities. If you want to see Rockley Beach, you can watch our Rockley Beach Walk video below:

What Part Of Barbados Has The Best Beaches?

In our opinion, the west side of Barbados has the best beaches if you want clear calm waters and sandy beaches. Especially around Christchurch area, the southwest part of Barbados has stunning beaches. For us, Dover Beach was the best among the beaches of Barbados that we had seen. Rockley Beach, Worthing Beach and Carlisle bay are also great spots for enjoying a tropical calm beach with crystal clear waters. However, if you are into surfing, or want some rugged, untouched natural beauty, then the Eastern side of Barbados is your deal. Especially Bathsheba Beach is a popular surfing beach in Barbados with big waves.

are The Beaches In Barbados Swımmable?

Barbados beaches on the West and Southwest coast of the island are ideal for swimming and snorkeling with their calm turquoise waters and soft white sand. Especially beaches close to Christchurch are swimmable.

Which Part Of Barbados Is Best To Stay?

For a vibrant and relaxing vacation in Barbados, Rockley Beach or St Lawrence gap is the best place to stay in Barbados. Transportation is easy and there are many options for shopping and eating. The best beaches of Barbados are also located around here. We loved Top Rock area as it was a green and quiet neighborhood and it was just 10 minutes walking to Dover Beach. Check all hotels in Christchurch Barbados.

​Barbados is a beach lover's paradise and is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the Caribbean, and we hope that our guide has helped you discover the best ones. Whether you're looking for a secluded beach or a lively beachfront with restaurants and bars, Barbados has something for everyone. So pack your bags, grab your sunscreen, and head to one of these beautiful beaches for the trip of a lifetime.

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