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Formerly known as the Town of Saint Michael, Bridgetown is the capital and largest city in Barbados. With a population of more than 110,000, the city is regarded as the bustling heart of the island. The present day location of the city was established by a group of English settlers in the 1620s, and more than 400 years later Bridgetown is considered to be a major tourist destination in the West Indies. So much so that, in 2011, Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison was added as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Something that makes Bridgetown such a popular and beloved destination to visit is the wide array of hotel and resort options in and around the city. From beachside accommodations to city centre hotels, there are rooms to cover every kind of preference and, more importantly, rooms to cover every kind of budget. All travellers are able to find an experience that suits them when considering Bridgetown as their next big holiday destination and adventure.
Neighbourhoods of Bridgetown
Bridgetown is divided into 11 of distinct districts. Highlights include:
- Fontabelle: The city centre, it is a vibrant spot for nightlife and also home to the Kensington Oval, the island’s main cricket ground and Broad Street, a popular shopping thoroughfare. The Deep Water Harbour – major destination for cruise ships - is also in this neighbourhood.
- The Beaches: Stunning beaches with crystal clear waters are a major feature of the island with the main ones being Carlisle Bay, Pebbles Beach, Brown’s Beach and Batt’s Rock Beach.
- Christchurch: A residential area of beautiful homes but also home to natural attractions like the Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary and the nation’s only mangrove swamp and you'll find many restaurants, bars, hotels and tourist attractions in Christchurch.
What to see and do in Bridgetown
Bridgetown is the perfect destination for tourists who want to both relax and educate themselves on different days of their stay. You can spend hours and hours enjoying the pristine white sands and crystal clear seas of the many beaches, but there are also locations and buildings that hold a lot of historical importance. You can take a guided tour around the George Washington House that also serves a museum of Barbados, as well as visiting the Garrison Savannah which has been a venue for horse racing since 1845. The Parliament Buildings are also worth a look, standing out with their 19th-century neo-Gothic architecture while the Nidhe Israel Synagogue and Museum dating from 1654 is the oldest synagogue in the Western Hemisphere. Naturally, the island is a haven for water sports and one amazing trip for divers is to the wreck of the freighter ship Stavronikita, just off the coast at Bridgetown.
What to eat in Bridgetown
The food that you will find in Bridgetown very much follows the wider traditions of classic Barbados cuisine, which – also known as Bajan cuisine – is a mixture of African, Creole, Indian, Portuguese, Irish, Creole and British influences. The menu is always very meat and fish heavy, with some of the most popular dishes in restaurants and local homes being fried flying fish, barbecued lamb chops, curried mutton, barbecued pigtails and delicious rotisserie chicken. Some of the most popular side dishes are rice and peas, sweet potato, fried plantain, grilled breadfruit and buttered cassava. Huge flavours with simple, local ingredients is very much the culinary attitude in Bridgetown, and the food speaks for itself.
Typical events and festivals in Bridgetown
There is always something going on in and around Bridgetown, with tourists treated to local festivities no matter what time of the year they are visiting. Some of the most popular and highly regarded events in Bridgetown across the year include the Barbados Reggae Festival that covers a long weekend in April, the Crop Over Carnival in July, the Caribbean Fine Arts Fair in March and even something a bit more niche like the Barbados Tattoo Fest in October. The emphasis is always on fun and colour at Bridgetown events.
How to move around in Bridgetown
The most effective form of transport used in Bridgetown and throughout wider Barbados is definitely the local bus network. There are several bus lines that serve different areas of the city. For those who prefer more private means of travel, there are also plenty of minibuses for hire, along with private taxis for shorter journeys across town. It is also worth noting that many of the most central parts of Bridgetown are easily accessible on foot.
The climate in Bridgetown
Bridgetown is a consistently warm destination all year round. Average temperatures between the months of April and October can be as high as 30 degrees, with the slightly cooler period between November and March still being in the mid-20s. The most rain falls between September and November, which means that the time to visit for the best conditions possible is general between February and June.
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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Bridgetown
The most centrally located hotel in Bridgetown with the best ratings is: Nautilus Beach Apartments.
It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Bridgetown, the average price per night is 108 €, while you will pay an average of 54 € for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 65 €.
If you need a hotel with disabled access in Bridgetown, we recommend Nautilus Beach Apartments and Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados.
According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Bridgetown are Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados, Nautilus Beach Apartments and Hotel Hilton Barbados Resort.
If you want to save time, the hotel in Bridgetown with express check-in and check-out is Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados.
Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Bridgetown are Hotel Hilton Barbados Resort, Nautilus Beach Apartments and Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados.
In Bridgetown, Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados offers 24-hour front desk service.
If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Bridgetown, like Nautilus Beach Apartments.
The best hotels with a pool in Bridgetown are Hotel Hilton Barbados Resort and Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados.
The best-rated hotels in Bridgetown with a gym are Hotel Hilton Barbados Resort and Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados.