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Snowy’s beach
Snowy's beach
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About
Snowy’s beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 21th place out of 42 beaches in the Barbados region 10.6 km away from its center, the city of Bridgetown. It is one of the beaches of Holetown settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Snowy’s beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
13 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Crystal Cove beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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+27
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+26
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7.2
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Snowy’s beach is located in Barbados within Holetown, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Barbados island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"We had forgotten to bring cash with us, and unfortunately, they didn't accept cards. However, they kindly offered us a drink and told us to return another day to settle the payment. The staff was very friendly, the food was excellent, and the beach location was absolutely delightful. We are grateful to Snowy's for the wonderful experience."
Mira Stone
"The cafe is fantastic. The owner is a delightful person. They serve excellent coffee and amazing rum punch. The fish cakes they offer are the best in the area. And Folkestone Bay is absolutely stunning."
Alercer
User reviews
"We had forgotten to bring cash with us, and unfortunately, they didn't accept cards. However, they kindly offered us a drink and told us to return another day to settle the payment. The staff was very friendly, the food was excellent, and the beach location was absolutely delightful. We are grateful to Snowy's for the wonderful experience."
Mira Stone
"The cafe is fantastic. The owner is a delightful person. They serve excellent coffee and amazing rum punch. The fish cakes they offer are the best in the area. And Folkestone Bay is absolutely stunning."
Alercer
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)
Holetown 0.3 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Holetown 1.3 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Rock Dundo 2.6 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Prior Park Gardens 2.2 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Prior Park Gardens 2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Rock Dundo 1.9 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Husbands 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Speightstown 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bridgetown 1.6 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bridgetown 2.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Bridgetown 2.5 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
St. Lawrence 2.9 km
What to do in Snowy’s beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Snowy’s beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Snowy’s beach?
The Snowy’s beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Snowy’s beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Snowy’s beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Snowy’s beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Snowy’s beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Snowy’s beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Snowy’s beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Snowy’s beach good for families?
Yes, the Snowy’s beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Snowy’s beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Snowy’s beach?
Snowy’s beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Snowy’s beach?
The bar is located right on the Snowy’s beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sea and Sand Bar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Snowy’s beach?
There are 494 places to stay in the Snowy’s beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Snowy’s beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Snowy’s beach from parking?
The Snowy’s beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Snowy’s beach?
There are 1 attractions near Snowy’s beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Leigh House located in 2.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Snowy’s beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Snowy’s beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 27°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Snowy’s beach (Barbados island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Snowy’s beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
Holetown, check other popular beaches
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
St. Lawrence 1.6 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Maxwell 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
St. Lawrence 1 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
St. Lawrence 0.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Belair 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise water
Harrismith 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Silver Sands 0.5 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Crane 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Oistins 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
St. Lawrence 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Oistins 0.4 km
