HELP, I can someone tell me about barbados, christchurch, butterfly beach hotel ?

Question

i am really freaked out i have booked this and any one i met is saying its terrible although trip advisor and other sources are giving me a mixed review has any one ever been and can the tell me the truch about crime and hassle in barbados

Answer 1

You're staying on the South Coast so I'm not sure. We stay on the West Coast. If you read that silly review by Boggy she hasn't a clue what she's talking about, it's the lovliest of all the Carribean islands and all you need to do is some homework. Take the safari Cruise it's alot of fun and some beautiful sights and lots of rum punch. The island is small but beautiful to tour. The East coast around Bathseba is one of the most beautiful beaches and the cliff on the west coast is amazingly expensive but a fabulous rest with views to die for. Try to splurge one night if you can. Take a ride up to Mullins Beach or Gibbs and spend the day. Animal Flower Cave is amazing. Barbados is not the type of island you freak out about it's not like Dominican Republic or Jamaica. To find lower crime than Barbados you would rule out all the other islands which are much higher in crime. Did you know it has the highest literacy rate and no begging people like in St Lucia. Life is short, enjoy yourself. Stay away from Bridgetown(the city) it's typical big town carribean. Oh, unless you go to Brown Sugar Rest. We're going but staying on the West Coast at Schooner Bay Villas. Next time get a good Fodors or Fieldings and read up on low cost suggestions on the west coast. If you don't get around the island you'll miss most of  the beauty!! It takes a 1/2 day. Try to see Sam Lords castle and Crane Beach . It shouldn't be too far and the beaches are gorgeous. Enjoy!!!  Be yourself ... the Bajans are friendly and you'll enjoy. The water is gorgeous. Anywhere that many British and Europeans frequent has to be good. Your resort looks nice just get up to the north west and east of the island to really appreciate. The East Coast is beautiful but hard swimming while the west is tranquil enough to bathe a baby in. All the beaches are public so go hang out at Sandy Lane... it's free.

Answer 2

Butterfly Beach Hotel is located in Christ Church, so basically where you will be staying is on the south coast.

It is not like you will be staying in the hotel all the time so you should not be freaked out. People have opinions and they are entitled to their own. When you go and you like it, then great when other people go and some don´t like it.

The truth is, the crime is low but it is possible that you may be approached on the beach i.e. to sell you something or try but I would advise that you ignore and act really busy. I also advise not to bring valuables on the beach but if you are with someone or a group, then make sure they are being watched. You must also be aware that most guys are all about games.

I have been to Barbados 8 times, even temporarily lived there so I know what guys are like besides my friends even guys warn.

Back to Butterfly Beach Hotel, the price is not so bad compared to most hotels. You can access to a big blue bus or yellow mini bus or even a route taxi although it is often crowded for only $1.50 BDS. Best thing is that it is not too far from the airport, by about 15-20 minutes.

You can walk to Oistins, a town known for its fishing. I believe they hold an event every weekend so that is some local nightlife but mainly, nightlife is seen in St. Lawrence Gap so you would have to take a bus/route taxi or whatever you like or even long walk. There is also nightlife in the city, Bridgetown on Bay Street i.e. The Boatyard, Harbour Lights.

http://www.harbourlightsbarbados.com/

http://www.theboatyard.com/

Out of the city, there is Club Xtreme but not too far from St. Lawrence Gap. Now, about The Gap, not only it has clubs, it also has hotels, bars/restaurants and so on.

http://www.clubxtreme.net/

http://www.barbados.org/stlaw.htm

http://www.thegapbarbados.com/

Hope this helps.

Answer 3

Rooms are basic and ther are quite a few hawkers in the area which can be aggravating. But if you are firm with them and are in a group then they'll go away. There isn't much crime on the hotel site but you have to be careful on the beach. Oistins isn't far away which is quite good for evening life, but again stay in a group if you can. Barbados is all about safety in numbers.

Answer 4

Barbados is a very beautiful place to visit with some of the most friendliest people.  The beaches are public as the others said and lots of entertainment and night life.

Do not listen to others, come and experience it for yourself, everyone is entitled to their own opinion.  I believe that some of those same people that are saying those terrible things have not even been here.

As with any country including your own there is crime but just as you would do in your country do likewise.  Take precautions; do not leave valuables exposed on the beach, vehicles or in rooms near windows especially to the roadside.

There are vagrants especially in the city that will come begging, just say no or don't answer at all and keep walking.  There are also coral sellers that will approach you to buy.  One especially is Richard that will attempt to put one around your neck, just be firm with him if you dont want any.

All in all, just be careful as anywhere else. Check out the youtube video and website below.

Just enjoy your stay!

Answer 5

Well I have to say I've been to Barbados and spent a glorious 3 weeks there for the Windies - England Test in 2004.

I stayed in Christchurch at the Silver Sands Resort, it was great!

I didn't hear of ANY crime at all. There were a few Pot Sellers on the beach, but they never stepped over the line of the hotel grounds. There were security guards scattered all around the resort. One bar which was local (Christchurch is very residential) called the Sticky Wicket sold nice cold beer Banks beers but the owner was a mizog !.

Oistins , especially on a Friday night is WICKED ! Great fun , great atmosphere.

St Lawrence Gap is a good night out. Plenty of nightlife , great restaurants. The Beaches ALL around Barbados are superb.

YOU WILL LOVE IT. I did.

Like anywhere away from home, keep your wits about you and stay safe. NOWHERE is immune from crime, you just have to be careful. Antigua where the Mullaney couple were murdered - idyllic & very low crime. It is tragic that the incident is going to deter some people from going there.

The Caribbean is Paradise.