Barbados Golf Club: Public course with clubs & cart

Summary

Golf in Barbados where locals & travelers tee off together

You’ll tee off at Barbados Golf Club with everything sorted—clubs, cart, even shoes if you need them—and feel right at home among locals and travelers alike. Warm up on the range, play 9 or 18 holes at your own pace, and soak up those little moments (like laughter with Andre or that ocean breeze) you’ll remember long after your round.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed at Barbados Golf Club wasn’t the course itself, but this salty breeze that kept tugging at my shirt — you could almost taste the ocean, even though you can’t see it from the fairway. We showed up a bit early (I always worry about being late for tee times), and there were a few locals already chatting near the putting green, laughing about someone’s wild slice last week. Our guide, if you can call him that — more like a friendly starter named Andre — handed over our rental clubs and pointed out the range. “Warm up as long as you like,” he said, grinning. I appreciated that; no rush, just island time.

I’m not exactly a pro golfer (my swing is… let’s say inconsistent), but this public course felt welcoming right away. The links-style layout surprised me — side-by-side nines, so sometimes you’d hear someone shout “fore!” from across the grass, and everyone would just wave or shrug. There was this patch of rough on hole 4 where the grass had that dry, sweet smell — almost like hay after rain. At one point I lost a ball in there and Andre just winked: “That’s the club’s secret ball collection.” Made me laugh harder than I expected.

The sun was out but not punishing; clouds drifted by slow enough to watch their shadows crawl over the greens. We played 18 holes (though honestly, nine would’ve been enough for my back) and I liked how nobody seemed in a hurry — even when we let a group of regulars play through, they stopped to ask where we were from before moving on. It’s funny how golf here feels less about scorecards and more about small moments: the clink of ice in a plastic cup after finishing, or how your hands smell faintly of sunscreen and grass when you’re done. I still think about that easy feeling sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Golf Experience at Barbados Club

• Warm up on range or putting green
• Play 9 or 18 holes of golf
• Use rental clubs, shoes, and golf carts

Top questions

Is Barbados Golf Club open to beginners?

Yes, the course is designed to be enjoyable for both beginners and experienced golfers.

Are golf clubs and carts included in the package?

Yes, rental clubs and a seat on a golf cart are included with your booking.

What time does tee-off start?

Tee time is set for 1:30pm.

Can I choose to play 9 or 18 holes?

You can choose either 9 or 18 holes during your visit.

Are shoes provided as part of the rental?

Shoes are available for rent along with clubs and carts.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to Barbados Golf Club.

Are service animals allowed on site?

Service animals are permitted at Barbados Golf Club.

Is this experience suitable for people with spinal injuries?

No, it’s not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries due to physical activity involved.

What’s included

Your day includes an afternoon tee time at Barbados Golf Club with 18 holes of golf, rental clubs ready for you at arrival, plus a seat on a shared cart—so all you need to bring is yourself (and maybe some sunscreen).