Part of the parish of Christ Church, Hastings flaunts a magnificent beach, a friendly ambience and all the entertainment, comfort and convenience you could wish for. Most hotels in Hastings are self catering. Rockley is a low-key area, nestling quietly on a delectable beach.
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Rockley hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Rockley include Magic Isle.
More Barbados holiday destinations
Looking for holidays in Barbados? Our Barbados holiday destinations include Christ Church, Dover Beach, Hastings, Maxwell Beach, Rockley, St James, St Lawrence and St Peter.
Beaches
Though the beach has eroded since Hastings first developed, the soft, white sands still appeal to sun worshippers and snorkellers. A couple of miles further along the coast is the bustling and beautiful beach at Rockley, known as Accra Beach by the locals, with white sand.
Eating out
The resort has plenty of international restaurants and offers dishes catering for all palates. If you're feeling a little adventurous, why not try the local speciality, a 'conkie?' - a delicious pattie made from cornmeal, pumpkin and coconut. Soups are popular and include pumpkin, red pea, black and yellow bean. Pepperpot soup is a meal in itself, made from salted meat and vegetables with special local seasonings.
Nightlife
The nightlife in Hastings is low key with a few bars in the town. For some of the best nightlife on offer in Barbados, take a five minute drive to St. Lawrence Gap where you can party 'til the sun comes up.
Shopping
Hastings itself has grown around the tourist trade and the shops reflect this. Nearby Bridgetown offers the best selection of shops on the island, with some great duty-free bargains to be found.
Local information
For an interesting day out visit the nearby Barbados Museum, brimming with fascinating treasures and glittering finds. Alternatively, learn about British rule on the island whilst exploring the historic Garrison Savannah, where the British troops were once stationed. For those wanting to take advantage of the beautiful, tropical waters surrounding Barbados, scuba diving and snorkelling excursions are widely available.
Location
5km south of Bridgetown
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