Barbados / Special Interests / Solo Travel
Barbados is a relatively easy place in which to travel alone, and it is quite sympathetic to the needs of single travellers. Many of the hotels and restaurants will make the effort to seat you properly at dinner and provide an appropriate level of attention. Some hotels such as Coral Reef Club and The Sandpiper offer single person rates. Other hotels such as Little Good Harbour and Treasure Beach offer reasonable value even though you are paying for a double room. On the South Coast, Little Arches would look after you well, and if you are looking for a low cost option, try Point View Apartments.
You can be as busy or as quiet as your mood dictates in Barbados. There is no shortage of things to see and do whether you are with a group of friends or on your own.
Like anywhere in the world, common sense is the best guide. If you are a lone female, do be prepared to get some male attention when you are out and about, as Bajan men are not shy when it comes to the opposite sex. Be polite but firm.
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Ascot Great House B&Bs & Guest Houses
A guest house with 11 rooms in Gibbs on the West Coast of Barbados for independent travellers on a self-catering, room only basis, or works as an entire villa. Well positioned, inexpensive and very low-key. Read more
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Little Arches Hotel Boutique/Small Hotels & Inns
A delightful 10-room hotel, tucked away on the South Coast just across the road from the excellent Enterprise Beach; family run. Excellent dining room. Child-free zone. Read more
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Peach and Quiet Boutique/Small Hotels & Inns
A very personable, small 22-suite hotel tucked away on the South Coast of Barbados. Well priced, tranquil and ideal for independent-minded travellers. Read more
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Sea-U Guest House Boutique/Small Hotels & Inns
A very attractive small hotel set in a classic Caribbean house and cottage above the wild Atlantic coast of Barbados. Just nine studios and suites (some with full kitchen) in pretty gardens. A well-priced retreat in a delightful, unexpected location. Read more
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The Sandpiper Hotels & Resorts
A friendly, well-loved, family-run luxury hotel set in pretty tropical garden fronting a classic Caribbean beach. There are 48 rooms and suites. Read more
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Point View Apartments Cottages & Apartments
Simple, well-priced apartments (8) with a swimming pool on the South Coast, close to windsurfing and kitesurfing action at Silver Sands. Read more
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Chilterns - Schooner Bay Condos, Penthouses & Suites
A contemporary, deluxe one-bedroom apartment with partial sea views, set over two levels within the Schooner Bay beachfront development near Speightstown. Sleeps 2. Read more
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Coral Reef Club Hotels & Resorts
Elegant, family-owned, West Coast, waterfront hotel, set among lovely gardens. Understated in its service, ambience and architecture. It has 88 rooms and 5 suites. Read more
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Looking for inspiration?
- Ride the waves at kitesurfing mecca Silver Point
- Drive along the breathtakingly beautiful East Coast
- Go underground at Harrison's Cave
- Hobnob with the stars watching a polo match
- Step back in time at the impressive Jacobean plantation house - St Nicholas Abbey
