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Waves Resort & Spa

Prospect Bay
Rated 8.2 in 147 reviews

Waves Resort & Spa is a captivating getaway nestled along the serene shores of Prospect Bay in Saint James, Barbados. This elegant hotel offers a tranquil escape for those seeking to unwind in a picturesque Caribbean setting. With its inviting atmosphere and attentive service, Waves Resort & Spa caters to both couples and families alike.

Guests can enjoy a range of accommodations, each designed to provide comfort and relaxation. The resort features beautifully appointed rooms and suites, many of which boast stunning ocean views. Visitors can take advantage of the resort’s various amenities, including multiple dining options that showcase both local and international cuisine, as well as a selection of bars for refreshing cocktails.

Waves Resort & Spa makes wellness a priority, offering a full-service spa where guests can indulge in a variety of rejuvenating treatments. For those looking to stay active, the hotel provides access to various water sports and recreational facilities, ensuring a well-rounded holiday experience.

The resort's location allows for easy exploration of nearby attractions, from vibrant local markets to historic sites. Whether lounging on the beach, enjoying a meal at one of the restaurants, or participating in organized activities, guests will find plenty of options to enhance their stay. Waves Resort & Spa stands out as a welcoming retreat where visitors can immerse themselves in the natural beauty and rich culture of Barbados.

 Golf courses < 5 km
 Hotel by the sea

Climate and Weather

January
 29°
 22°
 27°
 9
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
 29°
 22°
 27°
 9
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
March
 30°
 23°
 27°
 9
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
April
 30°
 24°
 28°
 9
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
May
 31°
 25°
 28°
 9
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
June
 31°
 25°
 28°
 9
Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
July
 31°
 25°
 28°
 8
Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
August
 31°
 25°
 29°
 8
Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
September
 31°
 25°
 29°
 8
Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
October
 31°
 25°
 29°
 8
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
November
 30°
 24°
 28°
 8
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
December
 30°
 23°
 28°
 9
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
Our Lady Queen of the Universe Church, Barbados
Church in Black Rock, Barbados
3.6km / 2.2mi
Paynes Bay
Beach and bay in Barbados
2.4km / 1.5mi
Jama Mosque
Jama Mosque
Mosque in Bridgetown, Barbados
4.7km / 2.9mi
St. James Church, Barbados
Church in Holetown, Barbados
5.4km / 3.3mi
National Heroes Square
National Heroes Square
Location in Bridgetown, Barbados
5.6km / 3.5mi
Sharon Moravian Church
Church in Saint Thomas, Barbados
4.1km / 2.6mi
Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and All Angels, Barbados
Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and All Angels, Barbados
Cathedral Church in Barbados
5.6km / 3.5mi
Queen's Park, Bridgetown
National park and former residence of the British Army in Barbados
5.6km / 3.5mi
State House, Barbados
Official residence in St. Michael, Barbados
6.1km / 3.8mi
Barbados Museum & Historical Society
Barbados Museum & Historical Society
7.5km / 4.7mi
Saint Ann's Fort
Historic military fort in Barbados
7.8km / 4.8mi
Bussa Emancipation Statue
Monument to slave Bussa in Barbados
7.4km / 4.6mi
George Washington House
George Washington House
House where young George Washington and his brother stayed for a time
7.4km / 4.6mi
St. Patrick's Cathedral, Bridgetown
Church in Bridgetown, Barbados
6.4km / 4mi
Charles Fort
Charles Fort
Historic military fort in Barbados
7.5km / 4.7mi
Worthing Beach
Worthing Beach
Beach in Barbados
9.6km / 6mi
Gun Hill Signal Station
Gun Hill Signal Station
Military outpost in Bermuda
8.6km / 5.4mi
Rockley Beach
9.1km / 5.7mi
Dover Beach
11km / 6.8mi
St. Lawrence Church
St. Lawrence Church
Anglican church in Saint Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, Barbados
10.6km / 6.6mi
Heywoods Beach
Place in St. Peter, Barbados
12.9km / 8mi
Saint Joseph Hospital, Barbados
Hospital in Barbados
13.1km / 8.1mi
Christ Church Parish Church
Christ Church Parish Church
Church
13.7km / 8.5mi
Newton slave burial ground
Cemetery in Barbados
12.7km / 7.9mi
Farley Hill
Mountain in Barbados
14.1km / 8.8mi
St. Nicholas Abbey
St. Nicholas Abbey
17th century plantation home in Barbados
15.8km / 9.8mi
Walkers Beach
Walkers Beach
15.4km / 9.6mi
All Saints Chapel of Ease
Church in Barbados
14.3km / 8.9mi
Bathsheba Beach
Bathsheba Beach
Beach in Barbados
14.7km / 9.2mi
Bathsheba park
Park in Saint Joseph, Barbados
14.9km / 9.3mi
Andromeda Botanic Gardens
Andromeda Botanic Gardens
Botanical garden in St Joseph, Barbados
14.8km / 9.2mi
St. John's Parish Church
St. John's Parish Church
15.8km / 9.8mi
Saint Philip’s Parish Church, Barbados
Church in Saint Philip, Barbados
16.1km / 10mi
Morgan Lewis Beach
16.2km / 10mi
St. Margaret's Church, Barbados
16km / 10mi
Sunbury Plantation House
Sunbury Plantation House
16.8km / 10.5mi
Saint Clements Church, Barbados
18.8km / 11.7mi

What to do in Saint James and near Waves Resort & Spa

Our Lady Queen of the Universe Church, Barbados
Church in Black Rock, Barbados
3.6km / 2.2mi
Paynes Bay
Beach and bay in Barbados
2.4km / 1.5mi
Jama Mosque
Jama Mosque
Mosque in Bridgetown, Barbados
4.7km / 2.9mi
St. James Church, Barbados
Church in Holetown, Barbados
5.4km / 3.3mi
National Heroes Square
National Heroes Square
Location in Bridgetown, Barbados
5.6km / 3.5mi
Sharon Moravian Church
Church in Saint Thomas, Barbados
4.1km / 2.6mi
Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and All Angels, Barbados
Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and All Angels, Barbados
Cathedral Church in Barbados
5.6km / 3.5mi
Queen's Park, Bridgetown
National park and former residence of the British Army in Barbados
5.6km / 3.5mi
State House, Barbados
Official residence in St. Michael, Barbados
6.1km / 3.8mi
Barbados Museum & Historical Society
Barbados Museum & Historical Society
7.5km / 4.7mi
Saint Ann's Fort
Historic military fort in Barbados
7.8km / 4.8mi
Bussa Emancipation Statue
Monument to slave Bussa in Barbados
7.4km / 4.6mi
George Washington House
George Washington House
House where young George Washington and his brother stayed for a time
7.4km / 4.6mi
St. Patrick's Cathedral, Bridgetown
Church in Bridgetown, Barbados
6.4km / 4mi
Charles Fort
Charles Fort
Historic military fort in Barbados
7.5km / 4.7mi
Worthing Beach
Worthing Beach
Beach in Barbados
9.6km / 6mi
Gun Hill Signal Station
Gun Hill Signal Station
Military outpost in Bermuda
8.6km / 5.4mi
Rockley Beach
9.1km / 5.7mi
Dover Beach
11km / 6.8mi
St. Lawrence Church
St. Lawrence Church
Anglican church in Saint Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, Barbados
10.6km / 6.6mi
Heywoods Beach
Place in St. Peter, Barbados
12.9km / 8mi
Saint Joseph Hospital, Barbados
Hospital in Barbados
13.1km / 8.1mi
Christ Church Parish Church
Christ Church Parish Church
Church
13.7km / 8.5mi
Newton slave burial ground
Cemetery in Barbados
12.7km / 7.9mi
Farley Hill
Mountain in Barbados
14.1km / 8.8mi
St. Nicholas Abbey
St. Nicholas Abbey
17th century plantation home in Barbados
15.8km / 9.8mi
Walkers Beach
Walkers Beach
15.4km / 9.6mi
All Saints Chapel of Ease
Church in Barbados
14.3km / 8.9mi
Bathsheba Beach
Bathsheba Beach
Beach in Barbados
14.7km / 9.2mi
Bathsheba park
Park in Saint Joseph, Barbados
14.9km / 9.3mi

Golf courses

Sandy Lane - Green Monkey Golf Course
Sandy Lane - Green Monkey Golf Course
2.7km / 1.7mi
Sandy Lane – Old Nine Golf Course
Sandy Lane – Old Nine Golf Course
2.9km / 1.8mi
Sandy Lane - Country Club Golf Course
Sandy Lane - Country Club Golf Course
3.8km / 2.3mi
Royal Westmoreland Golf Club
Royal Westmoreland Golf Club
6.1km / 3.8mi
Apes Hill Golf Club
Apes Hill Golf Club
18 hole, par 72
8.3km / 5.1mi
Rockley Golf Course
Rockley Golf Course
8.6km / 5.4mi
Barbados Golf Club
Barbados Golf Club
13.3km / 8.2mi

About Saint James

Saint James, Barbados, offers a variety of activities and attractions that cater to different interests. One of the most appealing aspects of this area is its beautiful beaches. The coastline features stretches of soft sand and crystal-clear waters, ideal for relaxation, swimming, and sunbathing. Popular spots like Paynes Bay Beach and Sandy Lane Beach provide opportunities for both leisure and water sports.

For those interested in water activities, Saint James is known for its excellent snorkeling and diving spots. The marine life in the surrounding waters is diverse, and several local operators offer guided excursions to explore coral reefs and shipwrecks. Additionally, you can find opportunities for sailing and catamaran cruises, which often include stops for swimming and snorkeling.

If you prefer a more cultural experience, you might visit the historic sites in the area. St. James Parish Church, one of the oldest churches on the island, showcases beautiful architecture and offers insight into the local history. Nearby, the Chattel House Village provides a glimpse into traditional Barbadian architecture and culture, featuring shops that sell local crafts and art.

For those who enjoy dining, the culinary scene in Saint James is diverse, ranging from casual beachside cafes to upscale restaurants. Many establishments emphasize fresh, local ingredients, allowing you to enjoy authentic Barbadian cuisine. Seafood is particularly popular, and you can find various dishes that reflect the island's rich culinary heritage.

If you are looking for leisure activities, consider a round of golf at one of the area's well-regarded golf courses. The courses often boast stunning views of the coastline and provide a relaxing way to spend an afternoon. Additionally, spas and wellness centers are available for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, offering a variety of treatments that incorporate local ingredients and techniques.

Lastly, the local marketplaces are worth exploring. The Holetown Market, held weekly, features local produce, crafts, and artisanal goods, providing a good opportunity to engage with the community and support local vendors.

Saint James, with its combination of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and leisure activities, offers a well-rounded experience for visitors.




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