Paynes Bay Beach

a year ago

A beautiful beach with a few vendors. Good snorkeling around the north end and up to Sandy Lane Beach. The water is calm and water color is beautiful. There are a few ways to access. One is the public access north of sandy lane one (then you walk south along the wall in the crashing waves). The others are further south. Some people use what used to be a 'bar' and step over the wall on the street side to walk back.

2 years ago

Great beach! Best way to access is via a walkway adjacent to the large resort with columns in the front. There's also a water shower there next to the beach, so that is super handy. Off to the right from there is difficult to navigate with strong currents, as the waves will hit you against the stone wall. However, if you dare, that's the best place to get awesome crashing wave shots!

2 months ago

Compared to other beaches and based on the hype, disappointing. It’s a nice beach alright, but parking is tricky, it’s accessed through small pedestrian paths in between houses and hotels AND it’s not better looking than other beaches on the island.

10 months ago

Paynes Bay is an iconic hot spot situated in Holetown, the oldest town in Barbados. Famous for its typically calm water and one of the best swimming beaches.

a year ago

Most attractive beach, close to Hole Town, in the centre of St James. Safe and good for families. Sunbeds are available at $US10 per day and there are cafes and bars. Recomended.