Carlisle Bay, a crescent-shaped bay, located in the heart of the UNESCO heritage site, is one of the top destinations in Barbados. It is due to its historical sites and the fun activities available throughout the year. It is home to historic lighthouses and is famous for its marine park that offers scuba diving, snorkeling, and the like. Aside from the many attractions, there are also a lot of amazing Airbnb rentals in the area. In case you need help choosing your accommodation, we have compiled a list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Carlisle Bay, Barbados for you!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Spacious apartment in a historic community
History buffs will enjoy one of Barbados’ most historic communities through this spacious, two-bedroom apartment for four guests. This well-furnished apartment offers a home-away-from-home experience with amenities like two queen-sized beds, a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast nook, and a living and dining area furnished with traditional Bajan Mahogany furniture.
As for places you can visit, this apartment is close to the historic Garrison Savannah, next door to the Barbados Yacht Club, a minute away from Pebbles Beach, and 10 minutes away from St. Lawrence Gap.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.95 km (17.4 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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the apartment was spotless clean and modern with all ameneties that you needwe highly recommend this place the house is newly renovated and everything is very beautiful cozy and cleanHost:
cheryl was a lovely host—she went above and beyond to accommodate our early schedulecheryl was a welcoming and gracious hostcheryl is a very lovely and friendly host who always helped us when we had questionscheryl was a great host and the property was perfect for our requirementscheryl was very helpful and quick to respond to any concernsRead more reviewsLocation:
great looong beach 2min walk and 20min walk to bridgetowneasy access to bus/van routesawesome location so close to the beach made this such a good place to stay at
2. Sweet island home in the South Coast (from USD 160)
Welcome the fresh ocean breeze from this two-bedroom sweet island home for four people. Featuring an open-concept living room for your relaxation, beautiful wrap-around veranda to enjoy your morning coffee, lounge chairs for sunbathing in the backyard, and the surrounding mature fruit trees in the backyard. This home promises you a relaxing beachside experience throughout your stay.
Located at the heart of the South Coast, this home is just minutes away from Pebbles Beach, Barbados Museum and Historical Society, and Garrison Savannah.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.94 km (17.4 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 4
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the air conditioning in the bedroom worked excellenta/c in bedrooms was great to havefully equipped kitchen dining & living room washer/dryer very comfortable in all waysthe living room is a lovely place to sit and we liked the high ceiling and through breezebeds were comfortableCleanliness:
the place was exceptionally clean nicer and more modern than the pictures appeared with lots of characterclean spacious and pretty close to everythingit’s well situated clean comfortable and has loads of spaceit's bright spacious clean private peaceful beautifully decorated and has everything you needabsolutely superb great area in bridgetown and the premises are really nice and cleanHost:
the host and property manager are both lovelysonia and her staff were very helpful and welcomingsonia is communicative friendly and accommodatingjocelyn and sonia are great hosts as alwayssonia and her team were responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance to beachgreat location great houseeasy access to bus stopsgreat location close to the spectacular carlise baythe big b supermarket nearby in worthing offers a free shuttle bus which is great
3. One-bedroom studio apartment (from USD 45)
Have you ever imagined yourself seating on a terrace of a traditional house while sipping tea and basking in the beauty of everything nature and smelling the ocean air? Imagine no more, for this traditional home, just five minutes away from the major beaches of Barbados, will give you that and more. This is a studio type apartment with one bedroom, a private bathroom, a terrace, and a sitting room. You’ll surely have a wonderful and private experience when you book this place.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.17 km (16.9 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 2
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enjoying breakfast from the balcony is amazing with great view and the occational monkey stopping bycomfortable and private upstairs studio with private kitchen on the balconywe loved the kitchen and seating area on the balconyroom as described with excellent ventilation and bed mosquito net providedthis was wonderful because i could make breakfast every day with a lovely viewCleanliness:
it is clean and quietnice place clean & comfortablethe place was very clean and comfortablethe rooms were clean and well keptthe studio was clean and comfortableHost:
great home with outstanding hostsrachel and manuel were generous hostseveryone is friendly and eager to say hellorachel and her husband were excellent hostsour hosts were very helpful with lots of good advice and local tips suppliedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantastic15 minute walk away from the main bus terminal and 5 minute walk from a beautiful beachperfect location 5min walk from carlisle bayit’s situated just a short walk from browns beach which is absolutely magnificentthe location is great for the beach - less than a 5 minute walk away
4. Palm Beach condo
Who wouldn’t love to stay in absolute luxury in dreamy Barbados? The five-star Palm Beach condos are exactly that, with a stunning location on South Coast beach and close to all restaurants, bars, and attractions. The ground floor three-bedroom features both beach and pool access, a king and two queen beds, three-and-a-half luxurious bathrooms, a fully equipped modern kitchen with a kitchen island, a luxurious living room with a flat-screen cable TV, and free Wi-Fi. Comfy patio seating and an alfresco dining space lie just beyond through glass doors, opening onto the lovely Caribbean greenery.
Bridgetown, Christ Church, Barbados
28.95 km (18.0 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 6
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spacious condo was clean and ready for our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved our stay at douglas’s condo- great location that is central to many hotspotsgreat beach location; lovely pool and grounds
5. Magnificent penthouse suite (from USD 200)
If you want a luxurious stay, waking up to an amazing view of the sea, and being in the center of all the happenings, you should book this brick, two-story penthouse suite just in front of the beach. This will make your vacation unforgettable with its amenities, new appliances, and stylish interiors. This Airbnb rental is located on the top floor and has two bedrooms and can accommodate up to four persons with plenty of space to move around.
Bay Street, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.45 km (17.1 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 4
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also for those that care- the wifi- connection was strong and internet was fast and reliablelovely apartment as described with superb views and nice beach good quality chairs and umbrellaa high end luxurious penthouse apartment with a perfect view over carlisle baya beautiful top floor apartment with the most incredible beach viewsyou can also close the main room and with the air conditioning on it was lovelyCleanliness:
the apartment was clean spacious and securethe apartment itself was clean modern and well laid outthe apartment is very clean well maintained and comfortablethe accommodations were very clean and well organizedHost:
so helpful with advice and tipsjens was the perfect hostthe host is living in the adjacent apartment which ensures good communications and quick resolve of any issueshe was very helpful and it was her that eventually got us the replacement kettlejens is the kind of perfect host that makes airbnb greatRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location on carlisle bayliterally on the popular turtle beach and very close to the yacht club and the citymany good places to eat near bysuch a beautiful apartment in an amazing location right on carlisle baythe location is very good for making the most of the island
6. Three-bedroom apartment in a peaceful neighborhood (from USD 175)
If you want a place that has all the things you need, for instance, comfort and a good location, this Airbnb rental in a peaceful neighborhood will make your vacation memorable. It is a three-bedroom apartment that accommodates up to six persons; perfect for a family and group of friends traveling for some adventure. The place is beautifully styled, full of pastel colors which are refreshing to the eyes. This apartment also has the essentials you need. The rental features a living area, a dining room, and an equipped kitchen where you can cook a complete meal if you don’t feel like going out.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.79 km (17.3 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 6
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nice big apartment with air con worked great for three of us including small babywe really loved the balcony and the kitchen was fully equipped as were the bathrooms etconly downside was the living room was too hot to use but the balcony was a nice spacegreat kitchen living and dining space + gorgeous balcony3 huge rooms 2 full bathrooms a huge kitchen and lots of sitting area to relax and enjoyCleanliness:
so very clean and pretty apartmentthe home was clean and comfortablethe home was clean and kim was amazing very attentive when neededclean great location friendly and safe neighbourhoodHost:
the host was great and very helpfulthank you for hostingflexible host which we appreciatedwe enjoyed our stay at the apartment and our host was very accomodating when we requested additional itemsmaria and michelle were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
this location is ideal to everythingclose to really nice beachesgreat place close to the beach (500meters) and close to downtown and other social placesgreat location within short walking distance to some of the best beaches in the areanice space in a great location- close to a lot
7. Cottage near Carlisle Bay
This is a cute cozy cottage that can accommodate up to two persons. If you’re in a romantic getaway with the love of your life, this studio type Airbnb rental is the right suit for you and will give you the privacy and stress-free travel that you need. It has everything you need including a fully-equipped kitchen, where you can cook a real meal. It also has a patio with a table and chairs where you can spend your afternoon or have your breakfast while looking at your surroundings. Aside from the lovely cottage and the budget-friendly accommodation, you must also book this place for its location. It is near a lot of beaches, local shops, restaurants, and just one taxi away from the town’s night scene.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.83 km (17.3 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantTop guest reviews
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wifi good for laptops inside the cottageno ac but keeping the windows opened along with the fans will do you goodthe cottage was great felt like a caribbean studio apartmentwifi connection on cellphones better outside near the 4th/5th stepping stone pathvery comfortable place and loved feeling like a localHost:
spock was the perfect hosthe was always available if we had any questions or for a friendly chatspock was great very helpful and offered lots of advice on the surrounding area crop over and morespock is also great and very helpfulvery calm area and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a quiet neighbourhood close to the beachit's a great place near to beach and the bus stopthe location is unbeatable walking distance to the beautiful pebble beach delicious food places and bus stopsnice location close to all you need or at least within a short travel distancewalking distance by 10 min to pebbles beach and there are good bajan indian jamaican restaurants around
8. Simple apartment in Bridgetown
This is an entire apartment at a very affordable price, which is perfect for a small group or family. The house has one bedroom and three beds which can accommodate up to four persons. It is a no-frills type of accommodation so don’t expect too much. But almost everything you need for a comfortable stay will be provided including beddings, linens, and towels. It is also just a ten-minute walk from Carlisle Bay which has the best stretch of beaches. If you’re traveling on a budget, this Airbnb rental will extend your budget and let you spend the extra money on food, leisure, and other activities.
26.08 km (16.3 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & Restaurant
9. Two separate rooms close to the beach
These two rooms in a house are for separate booking; you can choose a bedroom with single bed or twin beds. The house is a personal art gallery and is being shared by the host and its guest(s). Both rooms have computers and internet connection. Aside from the rooms, you can also use the other parts of the house plus the bicycles to roam around the area. If you’re a budget traveler, this private room will make all your plans for the holiday work.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.07 km (16.9 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & Restaurant
10. Bedroom in a shared Barbadian home
This Airbnb rental is a private room in a chalet. The house is a traditional Barbadian home where you can really feel the culture and arts of Barbados. You will love how it is surrounded by nature and how cozy and airy it gets. Your room includes a king-size bed which can accommodate up to two persons, perfect for a couple. Aside from the room, you are also allowed to chill or lounge in any nook in the house. There is also a kitchen which is made for guest use. The location is also very accessible to public transport and the top tourist destinations, including Carlisle Bay.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.22 km (17.0 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantTop guest reviews
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good internet connection fans to cool off and a spacious bathroomthere was great internet connection and fans to cool off from the heattwo bathrooms great kitchen good living room tv internet and an outdoor porchthere is a complete bathroom and a toilette being enough for the 3 rooms sharing themthe place is probably not suitable for light sleepers because of some on and off fan upstairsCleanliness:
the place was clean the communication was fineclean big secure roomsrachel's house is very clean and cosyroom and house were cleanthe house is very clean safe and comfortableHost:
host is very kind and hospitablethumbs up to the hosts they did a great workvery friendly people everywheremanual is an excellent hostrachel and her family were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s located within easy walking distance of carlisle bay and downtown bridgetownlocation is great - walking distance into and around bridgetownthe location is ideal place for easy access to bridgetown transportation to hasting or stexcellent host central location with access to transportation to move aroundit's walking distance from the best beach on the island and the city center
11. Bedroom with a lovely patio in a shared home
This is a private room with its own patio where you can eat your breakfast or just lounge and inhale Barbados’ fresh air. For your room, you can choose to have a double bed or a twin bed. The house is a traditional Barbadian chalet and has wooden furniture and ornaments. Aside from the cozy bedroom, you are also allowed to use the dining area, the spacious living room, and the bathroom. There is also an equipped kitchen where you can cook a real meal. If you don’t want to prepare your own meal, there are amazing local restaurants nearby. It is also just a five-minute walk to Carlisle Bay and Brownes Beach.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.05 km (16.9 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantTop guest reviews
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nice room with patio and and great common areasbeds are firm and comfortable and internet is excellentthe room was spacious with a lovely patio which catches the afternoon breezeour room had a private patio and entrance which was lovely to have breakfast in the morningsfantastic other rooms available as was lucky to see while thereCleanliness:
everything is clean very accommodating and exactly as describedour room was clean roomy and fantasticthe house is very welcoming clean and spaciousroom was cozy and cleanthe bathroom is clean and spacious and the hot water is very goodHost:
the hosts were helpful and friendlyrachel and manuel were awesome hostsone amazing host made our honeymoon extra specialrachel and manuel were very friendly and helpful hoststhank you very much for being such a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
close to one of the best beaches close to transportation and restaurantsthe location is perfect a 5 minutes walk to the beach in a safe areait was a great location just a few minutes stroll from a beautiful beachquick walk to a beautiful beach or the zr bus to explore the rest of the islandthe location is great as it's 2 minutes away from the beach and bridgetown
12. Great condominium near Pebbles Beach
If you are looking for a vacation rental that is just a walking distance to the beaches of Barbados, can accommodate a small party of three, and is very affordable – this Airbnb rental is the best deal for you. It is just four minutes on foot to Pebbles and Brownes Beach as well as a lot of local shops, restaurants, and cafes. This is a two-bedroom condo that has one king-size bed and two single beds. Aside from the rooms, you will also have a living area, a dining room, and an equipped kitchen. They also provide free toiletries such as shampoo, soap, and towels; they even have a curling iron if you need one.
Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados
27.81 km (17.3 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantTop guest reviews
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fabulous 2 story furnished condo with full kitchen digital tv/wifi safe and secure in a family friendly settingplenty of room and comfort for our family of four with two teenagersCleanliness:
apartment clean and tidydayle’s communication was super and her place was very clean and exactly as advertisedsuper supportive the apartment is clean and spacious on two levels and very securethe grounds are nicely landscaped with a private pool that is clean and well maintainedit was clean well equipped and secure with a lovely pool and pool areaHost:
dayle is an amazing hostdayle is a fantastic host and will answer your questions very quicklydayle is the most amazing hostdayle was extremely prompt and helpful in responding to any questions we hadthe driver she offered (his name is angus) was very hospitable friendly and on timeRead more reviewsLocation:
convenient safe location at a good valueit’s perfectly located one of the best beach is only 5min away walkingthe location was even better than expectedthis place was great and it was perfectly located to get to all the attractions by taking the bus3 min walk to the beautiful pebbles beach 1 min walk to bus and gas station
13. Chelrose Studio
This is a studio type apartment located near the beach, restaurant, shops, night scene, and public transport of the city. You’ll also get this Airbnb rental at a very cheap price – a total catch for people who are traveling on a budget. It features a bedroom and an open plan sitting area and kitchen. It also has a garden with sun loungers and chairs. The kitchen is semi-equipped and the bathroom is quite spacious.
Saint Michael, Barbados
27.97 km (17.4 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 2
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no ac but there is a fan and it was actually perfectthe bed was comfy and the powerful fan helped keep things coolwifi was perfect the beaches are a 5 minute walk and are incredible swim with the turtlesthe chairs are comfortable and the table is perfect for eating meal writing or working on a laptopfans and mosquito net will keep you comfortableCleanliness:
i had sufficient clean linen and towelswashroom was clean and tidynice clean space easy walk to beaches and local dive shops as well as a few restaurantsthe apartment was very clean and the outside patio a plusvery clean well located apartmentHost:
tara and alfred were superb hosts and couldn’t be more helpful and kindtara and her family were amazing hoststara was helpful and on hand to answer any questions or to give me tips on local eventstara was fantastic host making sure i arrived safely and checked upon me how i was doing during my staytara was very welcoming and helpful with all the extra infoRead more reviewsLocation:
very good location neat and tidygreat place and location for the price paidchelrose studio was the ideal place to stay during my trip to barbadosso close to an amazing beachthe location was great and we loved the beach which wasn't far away from where we stayed
Carlisle Bay, a crescent paradise
If you want an adventure-filled getaway, you’re looking at the right place. Carlisle Bay is more than its historic lighthouses, pristine beaches, and water activities – it is a mixture of everything you dream of and more. To really enjoy your trip, book one of the wonderful Airbnb rentals listed above for a worry-free vacation.
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