Barbados is a famous summer destination that’s popular for its tropical beaches, festivals, rich pirate history, and chattel houses. The place is also known for inventing rum and having an impressive 1,500 local rum shops. Some of the most popular destinations in the area are Pebbles Beach, Carlisle Bay, Brownes Beach, and the George Washington House. A tropical paradise rich in natural resources, alcoholic beverages, and cool pirate history, Barbados is indeed the perfect place to venture and enjoy your upcoming summer vacation. With many beautiful beaches in the area, Barbados offers many accommodations on or near the beach. If you are interested in staying in a beach house, below is a list of the best beach house rentals in Barbados.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 21, 2025.
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1. Villa next to Crane Beach (from USD 914)
A glamourous villa on one of the top-rated beaches in the world (Crane Beach), this place is a great option for people who want to enjoy Barbados in complete luxury. The resort features a 40-foot (12-meter) swimming pool right next to the ocean, tasteful interiors with cool marble and quality mahogany furniture, a shaded pergola, gazebo and patios, and sunny terraces with an unparalleled view of the beach. The Villa can accommodate a maximum of 12 people in its spacious 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Guests will also have access to several other amenities, including a large-screen cable TV with DVD, a computer, laundry facilities, and internet access.
2. Spacious two-bedroom apartment (from USD 243)
Located right next to the beach, this house has some stunning views of the ocean and convenient access to the local golf course, supermarket, shopping centre, and restaurants. The apartment can accommodate up to four guests. On the beach-facing side of the apartment is a communal patio that provides some of the best views of the crystal-watered beach. Connecting to the patio is the living room that also has an open view of the beach. A few of the amenities included in the accommodation are WiFi, a hairdryer, and a kitchen well-equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, blender, coffee maker, and refrigerator.
Top guest reviews
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grantley and shirley were both really nice and informativethe owner richard is great with communication and was very accommodating to any questions or needs we hadthe locals are wonderful and helpfulthe caretaker grantley is very friendly and very quick to help if you need anything during your stayLocation:
the property is in an amazing locationwe had a wonderful time apartment in brilliant locationexcellent value close to shopping and you can snorkel right in front of the propertythe location and view out to sea must be one of the best on the islandCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and kitchen was well stockedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wifi was great no tvsunsets from the table were breathtakingthe apartment is on a beautiful beach the views of which have to be seen to be believedon the shared deck below are two sun beds and direct access to the beachthe sunsets are amazing you can watch them from the living room or the bedroom
3. Kid-friendly rental next to Dover Beach (from USD 375)
If you are visiting Barbados with the kids, this accommodation is a good option as it is right beside Dover Beach, which is a calm and safe beach for children. This apartment also features two swimming pools with gated access to the beach, a private patio, a balcony with great views of the sea, and access to the physical fitness gym. The rental can accommodate a maximum of six people, with its two bedrooms each equipped with king-sized beds and ensuite bathrooms. A sofa bed is also available in the living area in case you need more space. Other amenities include internet access, a TV, and an iPod dock.
Top guest reviews
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the owners are very helpful and everything was easythe property manager keisha was so helpful and accommodating with our familythis condo is perfect in every way the staff so helpful and friendlythe owners communicate very well and thoughtfully provide a welcome supply of fruit beer milk tea and coffeethe people are so friendly and helpful no matter where you are on the streetLocation:
the location is fabulousbest location we have stayed in barbados the condo was pristine and quietst lawrence gap is a pleasant 10 minute stroll away with excellent restaurants and great places for a drinktheir condo is in the best locationCleanliness:
the apartment is spacious spotlessly clean and comfortablefantastic condo; - stylish modern extremely well furnished clean and very comfortablethe maid comes in twice a week to clean change the towels and bed linenthe house was nicely furnished comfortable and cleanprimrose did an excellent job cleaning from top to bottomRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the upper floor has a relaxing balcony overlooking the pool and beachthe condo is just steps from one of the pools the grounds were beautiful as wellwe also had a great lunch at 'tapas' with amazing views from a table by the railwhat's not to like?the apartment is beautiful finished to a high standardthe beds and linens were very comfortable and high quality
4. Luxurious family-friendly condominium (from USD 510)
A beautiful condominium right beside the beach, this place is luxurious, vibrant, and well-furnished with high-quality wooden furniture. It features access to two lagoon-style swimming pools, a gym, and a terrace with views of the pool and the beach. A maximum of eight people can be accommodated here. Both the master bedroom and second bedroom each have a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom. There is also a laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer. Other amenities that guests will enjoy are internet access, cable HD flat-screen TV in each bedroom, a DVD player, and an iPod docking station with AUX connection.
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lovely owner and management always there to help and everyone very friendlyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
excellent view super comfortable large balconythe condo was immaculate with comfortable furniture and nicely decorated
5. Contemporary beachfront escape (from USD 413)
This neat apartment beside that beach is conveniently located near the supermarket, a pharmacy, the main bus routes, and restaurants. It features a beautiful garden with tropical flowers and palm trees, a plunge pool with an outdoor shower, a swimming pool, and access to barbecue facilities on the deck. The lounge area completely opens up to the veranda, where you can view the beach and garden. The place can accommodate four people in its two bedrooms, each equipped with a queen-sized bed. A few other amenities are cable TV, WiFi, a washer, and a well-equipped kitchen.
Top guest reviews
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your staff is wonderfulyou are definitely a great hoststephen was a fantastic host and was extremely helpfulthe host was very attentive i would stay here again thank you very muchthe house is great and stephen is an attentive hostLocation:
the location was perfectlocation on a whole is perfecta fantastic appartment and location and would definitely recommendthe apartment has a great location to get around the island as it is centrally locatedgreat location and on the beachCleanliness:
ultra modern and really cleanspacious clean and full of little touchesthe apartment itself was extremely clean beautifully furnished and it included a stove dishes/pots and washer(clothes)great apartment - loved the decor very clean and the best viewthe plunge pool and bbq area were excellent and kept professionally cleaned at all timesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment is stunning – its full of light and views from all windowsthis is a fantastic apartment with wonderful views of the stunning caribbean seathe air conditioning of the bedrooms is great for a good night sleepgreat space exceptional view of the sea very comfortable living space loved the bathroomthe apartment has a huge terrace with a table to eat sunchairs and coffee-table and chairs
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6. Beatiful beach house on Skeete's Bay (from USD 200)
This beautiful beach house situated on the east of Skeete’s Bay is an open-concept home with a tropical vibe. The place features an infinity pool that opens up to the sea, and a veranda/deck with seating facilities. WiFi is also available in case you need to go online. The place can accommodate up to six guests and it has two bedrooms, one bathroom, a lounge area, and a spacious kitchen with a dining counter. The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, a stove, a refrigerator, and an oven.
Top guest reviews
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aaron was a great hostaaron was a great hostaaron was a truly great hostthe host was absolutely wonderful and very helpfuli can't recommend aaron and his hospitality enough and he truly deserves his super host statusLocation:
we had a great trip this place deffinetly passed our expectationsbeautiful spot and apartment well kitted out with necessities in a quiet spot on the islandaaron's place is so beautiful and comfortablehowever arron's place really offered peace of mind and it is an experience that anyone can enjoyCleanliness:
arron keeps the house and windows very clean - a challenge when you're right on the atlantic oceanthe place was clean and i found i slept great therethe home was clean and well maintainedthe decorations are so cute and beachy in the house and the house was spotless cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the shower is beautiful and the deck affords some great viewsthe house is adorable (i want to live in that bathroom) and has all the amenities you’ll needthe plunge pool is a real treatthe beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking
7. Beautiful Condo on Worthing Beach (from USD 200)
Centrally located midway on the South Coast Highway, this condominium is near supermarkets, shops, restaurants, and the stunning Worthing Beach. The place can accommodate four guests in its two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom is equipped with a queen-sized bed and it has plenty of closet space plus an ensuite bathroom with a standing shower. The condo also has a lounge area, a fully appointed kitchen, and a dining area. The lounge opens up to a patio area were palm trees and small ornamental plants enhance the stunning view of the beach.
Top guest reviews
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she is an amazing and thoughtful hostwendy is a great host knowledgeable and very responsivewendy was an amazing host - very welcoming diligent and informativewendy was an incredibly professional & nice host from the very beginningwendy and stephen have been great hostLocation:
the location of this apartment is amazinggreat location beautiful quiet beach with restaurants and supermarkets within walking distancewendy's place was in a great central location close to everythingeasy walking to bars grocery stores shops restaurantswe have just spent 6 nights and it was absolutely the best location to be inCleanliness:
it was very clean and nicely furnishedclean and safe place to enjoy barbados communication is excellentpositve: very clean place nicely placed with the ocean accessible right out the back doorgreat clean accommodations ocean front property with no crowdsthe condo was very clean and wendy was a wonderful hostRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the rooms are great ac was in full forceworthing has excellent facilities with two supermarkets and banks in very easy walking distanceyou will definitely need this as most of the apartment (except bedrooms) are open airthe apartment was lovely facing on to the water and what felt like a private beach
8. Tranquil apartment on Freshwater Bay (from USD 200)
A cosy apartment away from the highways and near the cultural part of Barbados, this place is a silent and tranquil accommodation. Just beside the place is Freshwater Bay, which has one of the best displays of the ocean over Barbados. Gathering supplies is also convenient as central Bridgetown is only a six-minute drive away. The apartment can accommodate a maximum of four people in its two bedrooms and one bathroom. The apartment itself can be described as vibrant, stylish, nicely lit, well ventilated, and is well furnished. Stunning beach views can also be observed from the apartment patio and garden.
Top guest reviews
Host:
kim was excellent as a hostthe host was lovely and made sure our stay was greatgreat place great hostshe is a very effective considerable and very accommodating hostkimberly was also a great host and very helpfulLocation:
the bus stops 500 meters away and it is easy to go to downtownneighbour's are friendly location is safe and quite convenient with a carlocation is absolutely incredible for snorkeling all the communication with kimberly was super easy clear and friendlywhile a car is useful the bus line is a short walk away and costs only $1usd/$2badjust not within walking distance of anything we're glad we rented a carCleanliness:
the place was clean and privateapartment was clean with lots of linen and beach towelseverything was clean and net when we arrivedthe house is clean and well equippednicely furnished clean and everything workedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds are comfortable and the air conditioning helps in the bedroomsair conditioning in the bedrooms was also well enjoyedwifi was strong except for master bedroom with good signal even on beachi am writing this review as i enjoy my last few hours in this charming apartmentthe photos don’t do the apartment justice pleasantly surprised how much bigger it was than expected
9. Cosy cottage on the beach
An ideal base when exploring Barbados, this cosy cottage is right on the beach and it has convenient access to the supermarket, restaurant, and the main transport routes. The nearby beach is abundant with colourful marine animals, and it is great for snorkelling. The cottage accommodates two people and it has one bedroom, a bathroom, a lounge area, and a kitchen. Going outside, you will have a small garden that leads to the private sundeck where you can barbecue and relax as you view the wonderful sea.
Fitts Village, Saint James, Barbados
20.45 km (12.8 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
sarah was really helpful and shared a lot of great recommendationssarah the caretaker was lovelythe owner and sarah are responsive and wonderfulsarah was very helpful during our stayour reception was very friendly and the organization uncomplicatedLocation:
the location is amazingeasy bus ride i to brdgetownit’s in a great location and perfect for exploring the islandthe house was in a great part of town with many activities close bygreat location well equipped magnificent beachfront patio we'll definitely be backCleanliness:
it is very clean and has everything you would needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bedroom has ac - which was essential (there is a fan in the living room/dining room/kitchen)big bed big fridge good wifi privacythe cinnamon cottage is a quaint but cozy and perfect place to have your vacationthe apartment could do with a bit of an update internally however it was comfortablewe hired a car and were easily able to come and go from the apartment
The best beach house accommodations in Barbados
Having numerous stunning beaches and tropical weather, Barbados is currently one of the best summer travel destinations out there. As a visitor, you have many options for accommodations. However, the best ones are typically located near the beach. So, if you are looking to experience Barbados to its fullest, booking a great beach house accommodation is the first step. To help you, the list above provides you with some of the best beach house options available.
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