Mid-Range Travel Guide: Bridgetown

Accommodation

$80-180 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, apartment rentals, small beachfront properties with amenities

Food & Dining

$40-85 per day

Mix of local restaurants, hotel dining, beachside cafes, tourist-area establishments, occasional fine dining experience

Transportation

$25-60 per day

Combination of taxis, rental cars for day trips, private transfers, occasional public transport, rideshare services

Activities

$50-120 per day

Paid tours, water sports, catamaran trips, rum distillery visits, cultural attractions, guided excursions

Eat at local fish fry stands and rum shops instead of hotel restaurants - typically 60-80% cheaper for authentic Bajan cuisine

Use public ZR vans and buses instead of taxis - saves approximately 70-85% on transportation costs

Visit free public beaches like Carlisle Bay instead of paying for beach club access - same beautiful water and sand

Shop at local supermarkets and prepare some meals yourself - reduces food costs by 50-70%

Book accommodations in residential areas rather than prime tourist zones - typically 30-50% less expensive

Take advantage of happy hour specials at bars and restaurants - drinks often 40-60% off regular prices

Join group tours instead of private excursions - usually 50-75% cheaper per person for similar experiences

Staying exclusively in the tourist corridor around St. Lawrence Gap - accommodations typically cost 100-200% more than local neighborhoods

Eating only at resort restaurants and tourist-area establishments - missing out on authentic local food that costs 50-70% less

Taking taxis for all transportation without exploring public options - can increase daily transport costs by 300-500%

Not researching free activities like public beaches, walking tours, and cultural sites - unnecessarily spending on paid alternatives