Saint James travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saint James

Saint James is a must-see destination in Saint James, Barbados. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saint James has to offer.

Where to Eat in Saint James

If you’re looking for affordable options, Palm Terrace Restaurant (Highway 1) and Rum Vault (Colony Club Hotel, Porters) are great picks.

When to visit Saint James

Saint James in September
Estimated package price
$593
2 travelers
Flight to Saint James
3 nights at hotel
Saint James in September
Estimated package price
$593
2 travelers
Flight to Saint James
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Saint James

Plane

When flying to Saint James, you’ll arrive at Bridgetown Grantley Adams Intl (BGI), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Saint James include JetBlue, Qatar Airways and American Airlines. The shortest flight to Saint James from the United States departs from Jacksonville and takes around 8h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Saint James is to pick up a car rental from Bridgetown, which is about 6 miles from Saint James. You’ll find branches of Drive A Matic and Alamo, among others, in Bridgetown.

Plane

When flying to Saint James, you’ll arrive at Bridgetown Grantley Adams Intl (BGI), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Saint James include JetBlue, Qatar Airways and American Airlines. The shortest flight to Saint James from the United States departs from Jacksonville and takes around 8h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Saint James is to pick up a car rental from Bridgetown, which is about 6 miles from Saint James. You’ll find branches of Drive A Matic and Alamo, among others, in Bridgetown.

Airports near Saint James

Airlines serving Saint James

British Airways
Good (4,650 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,239 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,574 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,420 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,992 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,020 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,574 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,360 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (738 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (785 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,760 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (490 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (164 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,968 reviews)
Condor
Good (268 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (108 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (19 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Good (11 reviews)
Surinam Airways
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint James

Average rates range from around $291 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $463 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint James

Most booked hotels in Saint James

Beach View
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 232 reviews)
$212+
The Sandpiper
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 65 reviews)
$510+
Butterfly Beach Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 698 reviews)
$121+
Fairmont Royal Pavilion
5 stars
Excellent (8, 62 reviews)
$789+
Turtle Beach by Elegant Hotels
4 stars
Good (7.5, 165 reviews)
$281+
Accra Beach Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.6, 31 reviews)
$158+

Renting a car in Saint James

Renting a car in Saint James costs $62 per day, on average, or $250 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Bridgetown Grantley Adams Intl.

Expect to pay $7.91 per gallon in Saint James (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.94 and $126.58.

Renting a car in Saint James costs $62 per day, on average, or $250 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Bridgetown Grantley Adams Intl.

Expect to pay $7.91 per gallon in Saint James (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.94 and $126.58.