Hostels in SAINT JAMES, BARBADOS

City Saint James – Stylish and Sensuous

Touted as the playground of the well heeled, St. James is a popular sea side resort for sun and fun seekers. Nicknamed as the ‘Platinum Coast’ in reference to its opulent beaches side mansions and luxury hotels, Saint James is a city par excellence. Home to many billionaires, Saint James is a parish nestled along the western coast of Barbados.

History
The first British settlers landed here in 1625 and under the authority of King James the British set up a settlement, which gave Barbados the popular name of “Little England”. Today, St. James is a popular tourist spot and is the economic hub of Barbados.

Popular Places
St. James city has many attractions including the Church point beach, named after the historic St. James church located nearby. The beach is safe for swimming and snorkelling and many snack bars and shops located along the coasts make it a handy option for a day long fun and Caribbean holiday experience.

Barbados polo club and golf courses are popular among the sports buffs while the Hightide Watersports would ensure an underwater sojourn along with snorkelling trips that would allow you to enjoy the exceptional marine life and reefs of the region.

Catamaran cruise, sun set cruise, swimming and surfing are some of the must do activities in this city.

Getting Around
Public buses are by far the cheapest and the most common mode of transport, check the news and internet for the latest exchange rates. In addition there are private mini buses and route taxis. Bicycle hiring is a good bet to explore this city at your own pace. Taxis and car hires are also available. For driving a hired car, temporary driving permits are required, which could be procured for a small fee.

Places of Entertainment   
Duty free shopping options and bargain outlets make this city a shopper’s delight where you could scout for jewellery, ceramics and art. The city is a gourmet’s delights and caters to the diverse palates of the discerning tourists. From Indian, Italian and French cuisine the city offer something special for everyone.

Check out the Carambola classic restaurant perched on a small cliff jutting into the ocean for a romantic night out. Enjoy the panoramic view and the gentle lapping waves of the ocean as you savor the local cuisines underscored by fresh fish and seafood delicacies. Night life is exciting and varied that comes in different forms including  ocean front bars open air nightclubs, dinner shows and moonlight cruises- to name a few. Waltz all night to Reggae, Calypso or R & B, enjoy your drinks or ogle at the pretty faces around.

Accommodation Options
Budget hotels, hotel resorts, villas, self catering apartments, Bed & Breakfast, motels, guesthouse and youth hostels are some of the popular accommodation options in this city. During season rooms would get booked months in advance; so make sure to make your pick well in time to avoid disappointment.

Currency
Barbados dollar is the official currency, which is offered in six different denominations of $2, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100. Smaller units are cents. Currency could be exchanged in banks and recognized travel desks, check the news and internet for the latest exchange rates.

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