FROM OCEAN SPRAY, SURFER’S POINT
Things to Do in Barbados
Beaches, surf breaks, rainforest and fish fry: everything worth your time on the South Coast, with real distances from our door.
THE SOUTH COAST, UNHURRIED
Ocean Spray sits on Surfer’s Point in Inch Marlow, Christ Church: the quiet southern tip of Barbados, 5 minutes from the airport and steps from the surf.
Surfing in Barbados
Surfer’s Point
ON SITE
One of the best spots to learn to surf in Barbados, and the break is right in front of the apartments. Beginner friendly, with lessons available.
Freight’s Bay
5 MIN · 2 KM
A long, gentle wave and a favourite for beginners and longboarders. A short drive or a paddle along the coast.
5 MIN · 2.5 KM
South Point
Faster waves for more experienced surfers, by the candy-striped South Point lighthouse at the southernmost tip of the island. Mid-Dec to March is also good for kitesurfing.
Farmers Markets in Barbados
20 MIN · 18m (11.3 km)
Best Beaches on the South Coast of Barbados
Miami Beach (Enterprise)
5 MIN BY BUS · 3 KM
A calm and popular swimming beach with shade, picnic tables and a snack van. The locals’ favourite for a reason.
Crane Beach
15 MIN · 10 KM
World famous pink-tinged sand framed by cliffs, regularly listed among the best beaches on earth. To the east of us.
Harrismith & Bottom Bay
20 MIN · 13 KM
Wild, palm-backed coves on the southeast coast. Bring a picnic and a camera and have them nearly to yourself.
Inland Barbados and Local Culture
Coco Hill Forest
35 MIN · 18 KM
Our own rainforest in the Scotland District: guided hikes among 30m royal palms, fruit trees and East Coast panoramas from 1085 ft.
Oistins Fish Fry
7 MIN · 4 KM
Friday nights at Oistins Bay Gardens: grilled marlin, tuna and mahi-mahi, rum, music and dominoes with the locals.
Bridgetown
25 MIN · 15 KM
The UNESCO-listed capital: the Garrison Savannah, Parliament Buildings, Pelican Craft Village and duty-free shopping on Broad Street.