Barbuda Beach Vacations

Barbuda Beach Travel Guide

Other Guides for Barbuda

Beach Destinations Near Barbuda

Caribbean Beach Countries

Beach Travel Destinations

Beaches in Barbuda
Barbuda's Frigate Bird Sanctuary (Erika Lloyd)


Barbuda Beach Highlights

By Travel Expert: Liza Prado & Gary Chandler
  • Barbuda can be reached by a three-hour ferry ride or a 20-minute flight from Antigua.
  • Considered one of the most undeveloped islands in the Caribbean, Barbuda's virtually private beaches have few facilities; stock up on water and snacks at Codrington Village.
  • Visitors and locals alike like to take a day off from the beach to explore networks of huge caves at Two Foot Bay and Castle Hill.
  • Located on the island's northwestern shore, the Barbuda Frigate Bird Sanctuary is home to more than 5,000 frigate birds and 170 species of other birds.

Barbuda Overview

Barbuda is part of the independent nation of Antigua and Barbuda. It's the Caribbean's last frontier, even though it is home to two of the region's most expensive and exclusive resorts. (One is the K-Club. The other property is the Coco Point Beach Resort, which we don't recommend because we think it has an exclusive, snobbish atmosphere.) Charted by Columbus in 1493, the...

Read Entire Review


Hotels

expert favorite hotel
The Beach House
Palmetto Point
Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda
Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Distance: 3.3 Miles
(from destination center)
Beach Expert Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Traveler Rating
Not Yet Rated
Recommended for:
Beach travel

expert favorite hotel
Coco Point Lodge
Southern Shore
Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda
Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Distance: 6.6 Miles
(from destination center)
Beach Expert Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Traveler Rating
Not Yet Rated
Recommended for:
Beach travel

K Club
South shore
Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda
Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Distance: 5.5 Miles
(from destination center)
Beach Expert Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Traveler Rating
Not Yet Rated
Recommended for:
Beach travel


advertisement

Great Hotel Deals in Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda

compare rates

Attractions

expert favorite attraction
Gravenor Bay
southern end of Barbuda
Map
Distance: 6.9 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Located between Coco and Spanish Points, Gravenor Bay is a popular anchorage point and excellent snorkeling site.... Read More
Beach Expert Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Traveler Rating
Not Yet Rated
Recommended for:
Beach travel

expert favorite attraction
Distance: 5.7 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Palmetto Point is located about 20 miles north of... Read More
Beach Expert Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Traveler Rating
Not Yet Rated
Recommended for:
Beach travel Family travel

George Jeffrey Snorkelling
Codrington
Codrington, Antigua and Barbuda
Distance: 2.5 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Untouched by the influence of modern development,... Read More
Beach Expert Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Traveler Rating
Not Yet Rated
Recommended for:
Beach travel


Feature Articles


Away Sponsored Links advertisements


Barbuda Vacation Rentals

from: $571
compare hotel rates
Falmouth Harbour Vacation Rental
Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 7 Sleeps: 12
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Patio, Pets OK, Refrigerator, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool, Towels

from: $321
compare hotel rates
4 Bedroom VACATION HOME in ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4.5 Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Freezer, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Iron, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Utensils

from: $428
compare hotel rates
Villa Gaia luxury villa rental
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, DVD Player, Internet Access, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Swimming Pool, TV, VCR, Video Game Console


Barbuda Beach Travel Guides

advertisement


take me fishing
Select a state:

Travel Blogs
Travel news, tips, and advice from our team of experts

Away.com's travel blog Up-to-the-minute travel news, cool videos, travel ideas, expert advice, and more. Read »

Away's family travel blog Get advice for your next family vacation from Away.com's family-travel experts. Read »

Away's beach travel blog Dreaming about the perfect beach vacation? Get inspired here. Read »


Travel Interest Guides

spring driving guide
Spring Driving Guide
Top itineraries, family-friendly asphalt-obsessed exploration, global four-wheel touring, tips, photos—it's all here.
interactive gift guide guide
Interactive Gift Guide
Surprise your active-minded, travel-obsessed mom with some of the best gear ever profiled in Outside magazine.
family guide
Family Guide
Our esteemed travel experts have chosen the best places, hotels, and attractions to make your summer family outing the best ever.
beach guide
Beach Guide
Whether you dive, kiteboard, windsurf, or just strive to perfect the art of sun-bathing, our experts have got the spot.