Barbados Resort for a Day: 5 Cruise Day Passes Compared

Compare 5 Barbados day passes for cruisers from $64: family resorts 7 to 30 min from the pier, with prices, ages and hours. Passes sell out, so book ahead.

Jeremy Camosse

Jan 2026 · Updated Mar 2026

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// At a glance

Pick your Barbados day pass

01$64/ adult

Southern Palms Beach Club

29 min · 6.3 mi · Families welcome

Travelers who want pools, beach and some activity

Check availability

02$65/ adult

Accra Beach Hotel & Spa

23 min · 4.2 mi · Families welcome

Families and couples after a pool and beach day

Check availability

03$95/ adult

Copacabana Beach Club

11 min · 1.9 mi · Families welcome

Cruisers who want a simple beach day with lunch

Check availability

04$122/ adult

Atlantis

7 min · 0.8 mi · Families welcome

Families and eco-conscious travelers who stay dry

Check availability

05$125/ adult

Dover Beach Hotel

30 min · 6.7 mi · Families welcome

Cruisers who want pools, beach and a calm day

Check availability

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The Bridgetown cruise port is one of the most popular stops in the Southern Caribbean and a resort day pass is one of the best ways to spend your time on the island. Instead of piecing together individual activities, you get all-inclusive access to a resort’s beach, pools, food, and drinks for one fixed price.

We’ve cruised to Barbados several times and have done the standard excursions. They’re enjoyable. Barbados has gorgeous beaches, crystal-clear waters, incredible rum, and warm, welcoming locals. But we’ve found that the most relaxing way to enjoy everything Barbados has to offer is with a resort day pass.

Below, we compare every Barbados resort day pass option available to cruise passengers. We include pricing, ratings, amenities, and distance from the cruise port. You’ll find everything that you need to make the best decision possible for your Barbados shore excursion!

// Why a day pass

Why a Barbados resort day pass beats a DIY port day

01 · Safety

7.3

out of 10

Ranked #76 of 131 ports

Country average 7.3

The island has a strong tourism infrastructure and is very welcoming to cruise visitors. That said, always use reputable excursion providers and stay aware of your surroundings. A resort is your best option if safety is a concern. You’ll have no worries within the protected walls of any option below. Security and privacy are valuable amenities at these resorts. In the rare chance of a health or security issue, you’d want to be at any of these resorts vs an alternative excursion option!

02 · Convenience

About 8.5 hours at the resort

Ship docks
Step off the ship in Barbados
About 7 min
Ride to Atlantis
About 8.5 hrs
Your resort day
1 hr before all aboard
Back at the ship

03 · Experience

5.0best rating

Atlantis

Resorts keep newer loungers, fresher towels and cleaner restrooms than most beach stands near the pier.

04 · Cost

$64/ adult

Lowest price on this list

One price covers the day, instead of paying for chairs, food and drinks one by one.

// Cost check

Save about $27 a person

A taxi, beach chairs, lunch and a couple of drinks add up fast in port. The cheapest pass on this list costs less than those typical costs, for a day at a resort.

DIY beach day (typical costs)$91

Taxi round trip $30Chairs and umbrella $20Lunch $25Two drinks $16

Resort day passfrom $64

One price, per adult

Southern Palms Beach Club

// Ride times

How far is each Barbados day pass resort?

Typical drive times from the Barbados cruise pier by road. Tap a resort to jump to its listing.

4Atlantis
7 min · 0.8 mi
3Copacabana Beach Club
11 min · 1.9 mi
2Accra Beach Hotel & Spa
23 min · 4.2 mi
1Southern Palms Beach Club
29 min · 6.3 mi
5Dover Beach Hotel
30 min · 6.7 mi

// The options

The 5 best Barbados resort day passes

Traveling with kids or on a romantic getaway? Want to get active, or just float? Here is exactly what each pass includes.

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// Option 01 · Families welcome

Southern Palms Beach Club

Two pools on Dover Beach, Barbados

★4.029 min · 6.3 mi

$64/ adult

$32 child

Beach
Pool

Best forTravelers who want pools, beach and some activity

Check availability$64

Details

Known locally as the Pink Pearl, Southern Palms Beach Club sits on Dover Beach in St. Lawrence Gap on Barbados' southern coastline. The day moves between two outdoor pools and the sand, with mini golf, tennis and Caribbean food served poolside and beachside.

Enjoy your resort pass anytime 10 AM - 6 PM local time
Access to 2 outdoor pools
Beach access
Pool & beach loungers (First come, first serve)
Towel service
Access to mini golf course, tennis courts, and an inside & outdoor gym

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// Option 02 · Families welcome

Accra Beach Hotel & Spa

South Coast pools, beach and a swim-up bar

★3.023 min · 4.2 mi

$65/ adult

$30 child (ages 3 to 12)Free infant (up to 2)

Beach
Pool

Best forFamilies and couples after a pool and beach day

Check availability$65

Details

Accra Beach Hotel & Spa on the South Coast of Barbados opens its beachfront to day visitors, with two outdoor pools, a sandy beach with loungers and umbrellas, and a swim-up pool bar. The pass runs from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Enjoy your resort pass anytime 9 AM - 6 PM local time
Access to 2 outdoor swimming pools. 1 Adult and 1 family-friendly.
Access to beach.
Complimentary sun loungers and umbrellas, both poolside and on the beach. (First come, first served)
Towel service.
Access to fitness center (18+)

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// Option 03 · Families welcome

Copacabana Beach Club with Lunch

Carlisle Bay sand, music and buffet lunch

★4.011 min · 1.9 mi10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

$95/ adult

$79 child (ages 4 to 11)Free infant (up to 4)

Food and drink
Beach

Best forCruisers who want a simple beach day with lunch

Check availability$95

Details

A beach club on Carlisle Bay with loungers, umbrellas and kayaks on fine, powdery sand, plus a barbecue-and-salad buffet lunch. Calypso, reggae and R&B play while drinks are ordered from the chair. It offers beach club amenities, not a full resort.

Enjoy your resort pass anytime 10 AM - 6 PM local time
Welcome drink
Lunch platter
Beach chair & beach towel
Shared umbrella
Locker use

Atlantis Submarine Day Dive Pass day pass in Barbados, photo 1 of 9

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// Option 04 · Families welcome

Atlantis Submarine Day Dive Pass

See coral and sea turtles without getting wet

★5.07 min · 0.8 mi

$122/ adult

$68 child

Best forFamilies and eco-conscious travelers who stay dry

Check availability$122

Details

A dive beneath the Caribbean Sea off Barbados in a real submarine, gliding past colorful coral formations, tropical fish and sea turtles, perhaps a sunken shipwreck, while everyone stays dry in air-conditioned comfort.

Explore depths down to 150 feet in a real submarine
Tour Duration: 2 hours
Spacious, air-conditioned comfort
Large, clear viewing windows
Entertaining and knowledgeable narration by your co-pilot
Perhaps a mysterious shipwreck

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// Option 05 · Families welcome

Dover Beach Hotel

Two pools, beach and a bar credit

30 min · 6.7 mi10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

$125/ adult

$106.50 child (ages 4 to 12)Free infant (up to 3)

Food and drink
Beach
Pool

Best forCruisers who want pools, beach and a calm day

Check availability$125

Details

Dover Beach Hotel is a family-owned, award-winning property on Barbados' south coast, set on white sand by turquoise water. The pass covers two pools, a sundeck, beach space, loungers and towel service, plus a food and beverage credit at the pool bar.

Enjoy your resort pass anytime 10 AM - 6 PM local time
Access to 2 pools
Beach and sundeck access
Pool loungers (first come, first served)
Towel service
Gym Access

// Before you go

Before you book: 4 quick tips

1
Book ahead
Passes sell out in peak season, November through April. Most are bookable up to the day before.
2
Print your pass
It’s emailed the same day. Printed passes are required at check-in.
3
Bring a card
Food and drinks are extra at most passes, and Accra Beach is cashless.
4
Leave 2 hrs early
Taxis are quick, but plan to leave at least 2 hours before your ship sails.

// Side by side

Compare every Barbados day pass

Tap any name to jump back to its full listing.

	01Southern Palms Beach Club	02Accra Beach Hotel & Spa	03Copacabana Beach Club	04Atlantis	05Dover Beach Hotel
Rating	★ 4.0	★ 3.0	★ 4.0	★ 5.0	n/a
Adult	$64Lowest price	$65	$95	$122	$125
Child	$32	$30ages 3 to 12	$79ages 4 to 11	$68	$106.50ages 4 to 12
From port	29 min · 6.3 mi	23 min · 4.2 mi	11 min · 1.9 mi	7 min · 0.8 mi	30 min · 6.7 mi
Hours	n/a	n/a	10:00 AM to 6:00 PM	n/a	10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Food and drink	No	No	Yes	No	Yes
Beach	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
Pool	Yes	Yes	No	No	Yes
Family friendly	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
	Book $64	Book $65	Book $95	Book $122	Book $125

// FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is a Barbados resort day pass?

Adult passes cost $64 to $125, depending on the resort and what is included. Child passes cost $30 to $106.50.

Which Barbados day pass is closest to the cruise port?

Atlantis is the closest, about 7 minutes from the cruise port by road.

Can kids use a Barbados resort day pass?

Kids are welcome at Southern Palms Beach Club, Accra Beach Hotel & Spa (ages 3 to 12), Copacabana Beach Club (ages 4 to 11), Atlantis and Dover Beach Hotel (ages 4 to 12).

How do I get from Bridgetown cruise port to the resort?

Hop in a taxi right outside the cruise terminal. The resorts offering day passes are generally a short ride from Bridgetown. There are always plenty of taxis waiting when ships are in port. Check each listing to see whether round-trip transfers are included. Just make sure to agree on the fare before you get in.

Should I book my Barbados resort day pass in advance?

We’d say yes, absolutely. Day passes can sell out, especially during the busy cruise season from November through April. Booking ahead locks in your price and guarantees you won’t be turned away at the door. You can book online through the links in each resort listing above.

Is a Barbados resort day pass worth the money?

We think it’s one of the best values in the Caribbean. Consider what a regular beach day costs: chair rental is $20+, then tack on food, several drinks, and maybe a snorkeling trip. That adds up to well over $100 per person, and you’re still coordinating everything yourself. A day pass bundles it all into one price with resort-quality facilities, clean equipment, and attentive service. It’s the most hassle-free way to enjoy your time in Barbados.

// Our take

Our take: you can't go wrong with a Barbados resort for a day

Choosing an excursion is tough. Standard tours are great, but they can be hit or miss. These resorts are built for one thing: your relaxation. Any of the options above takes the risk out of your Barbados port day.

Stopping at other ports? Our complete guide lists every resort day pass option across all major cruise ports.