Accra Beach / Rockley Beach - Fun Barbados Sights

he gorgeous Accra Beach / Rockley Beach is a very popular hang-out for locals and tourist on the south coast of Barbados. It attracts all ages, while offering activities and services to accommodate almost everyone.

This lovely beach has small to moderate waves, clear waters, not too much undertow and is ideal for Body Surfing, Boogie Boarding and snorkeling. The many facilities at Accra include a Play-park, beach bars, umbrella & chair rentals and a food court. It is also an excellent spot for shopping for beach accessories and art & craft souvenirs, as well as providing Hair Braiding services.

Snorkeling is best at the southern end of the beach while other watersports are provided near the northern end.

All facilities and amenities are located in one area near the entrance and parking area. Close by, there are lots of varied accommodations, restaurants and shopping.

Rockley Beach / Accra Beach is located on the Caribbean side of the island, on the South Coast of Barbados in the parish of Christ Church.

CAUTION
- DO NOT TOUCH the Manchineel Tree or its Fruits. (POISONOUS - Causes BLISTERS)
- DO NOT STAND UNDER the Manchineel Tree when it’s raining. (liquid from tree may cause BLISTERING)
(The tree has green shiny leaves - The fruit is small apple–shaped – The tree is usually marked by red bands)
- Where there are water-sport activities persons should be cautious when entering outside the area marked with orange coloured buoys

Public Access to beach:
Vehicular and pedestrian access with signage

Crowd during the week:
Usually small to medium – medium on evenings with local joggers, walkers and paddle ball players.

Crowd on weekends:
Large but not overcrowded

Other South Coast Beaches close by
Located to the northwest are Kentucky Beach and Hasting's Rocks Beach.
To the Southeast are Rendezvous Beach and Worthing Beach / Sandy Beach

More South Coast Beaches in Barbados...

Rent-a-car or scooter to enjoy the other activities and Nightlife on the island! Or maybe see Barbados through a guided island tour.

Note: Seasonal weather can cause a change in conditions
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BEACH ACTIVITIES & WATERSPORTS:
Snorkeling / Swimming / Surfing / Boogie boarding / Body Surfing / Volleyball (net available) / Jet Skiing / Beach Paddle Tennis / Walking / Jogging / Sun Tanning & more...
Watersports in Barbados
(For watersports activities inquire at the Lifeguard Station or with the beach Ranger or Beach rentals operator)
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AMENITIES

Lifeguard	Facilities	Beach Rentals	Vendors	Benches	Play Park	Parking
Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

Facilities usually includes: Showers / Toilets / Changing areas

Wheelchair Access	Phone Booth	Rangers	Picnic Tables	Hair Braiding	Shaded Areas
Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

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OTHER INTERESTS Nearby:
Duty-free & Souvenir Shopping, Bars, Restaurants & Accommodations
Close to Accra Beach / Rockley Beach on the South Coast

Places to Stay & Eat Close by

ACCOMMODATIONS	AREA	BEACHFRONT	Distance *From Beach*	Direction *From Beach*	RESTAURANTS	AREA	BEACHFRONT	Distance *From Beach*	Direction *From Beach*
Accra Beach Hotel	Rockley	Yes	on Beach	North-end	Wytukai	Rockley		on Beach	North-end
Blue Horizon Apt Hotel	Rockley	Beach View	Opposite	South	Bar Kanei	Rockley	Yes	on Beach	South-end
Blue Orchid Beach Hotel	Worthing	Yes		South	Chefette	Rockley	Beach View		Opposite
Pirate's Inn Hotel	Hastings			North	Bert’s	Rockley			North
					Quayside Centre	Rockley			North
					Bubba's	Rockley			South
					Champers	Rockley	Yes		North
					Black Pearl	Hastings	Yes		North
					Tapas	Hastings	Yes		North
					Apsara	Worthing			South

Places to Hang Out Close by

BARS	TYPE	BEACHFRONT	AREA	Distance From Beach	Direction From Beach
Accra/Rockley Beach	Beach Bar	Yes	Rockley	on Beach	North-end
Bar Kanei	Beach Bar	Yes	Rockley	on Beach	South-end
Bert’s Bar	Sports Bar		Rockley		South
Bubba's	Sports Bar		Rockley		North
Champers	Wine Bar	Yes	Rockley		South
Black Pearl	Beachside	Yes	Hastings		North
Tapas	Wine/Beachside	Yes	Hastings		North

TO GET THERE!
Travel Highway 7 (South Coast Road) towards Rockley
The beach is located on Highway 7 opposite Chefette Restaurant

BY BUS:
Take
Route 13 – To Silver Sands, Christ Church - From Fairchild Street Terminal in Bridgetown (Schedule - Every 50mins from 6:15am)

Route 13B – To St Christopher, Christ Church – From Fairchild Street Terminal in Bridgetown - (Schedule - Every 50mins from 6:30am)

Route 27 – To Speightstown Bus Terminal, St Peter - From Oistins Bus Terminal, Christ Church - (Schedule - Every 90mins from 5:30am)

NOTE:These Routes travel the South Coast in both directions

Get off
At the Bus Stop in front of Chefette Restaurant, Rockley, Christ Church (travelling in either direction)

Chefette is on your left travelling from Bridgetown or the west coast (north to south), and on your right travelling to Bridgetown, or from the Airport (south to north)
The beach is directly opposite Chefette Restaurant and the bus stop is directly by beach