For those who want the freedom to explore Barbados independently, we can arrange to have a vehicle waiting for you at the airport, or at The Crane. We work with a number of professional car rental agencies and recommend that you book in advance to secure the vehicle of your choice.
Below is a chart showing vehicle classes and their corresponding average daily rate in US dollars.
| Class | Average Daily Rate (US$) | Models Available |
|---|---|---|
| Compact (4 passengers) |
$90 - $125 | Kia Picanto, Suzuki Swift, Chevrolet Spark |
| Midsize Sedan (5 passengers) |
$100 - $175 | Toyota Yaris, Chevrolet Aveo |
| Deluxe Sedan (5 passengers) |
$125 - $200 | Kia Cerrato, Chevrolet Optra, Nissan Almera |
| Luxury Sedan (5 passengers) |
$125 - $200 | Nissan Primera, Mercedes A-Class, BMW 1 & 3 Series |
| Small SUV / Jeep (4 passengers) |
$150 - $175 |
Suzuki Jimney, Daihatsu Terios |
| Deluxe SUV / 4x4 (5 - 7 passengers) |
$175 - $200 | Hyundai Tucson, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Nissan Xtrail |
| Luxury SUV / 4x4 (5 - 7 passengers) |
$300 - $400 | BMW X3 & X5, Land Rover, Range Rover, Mercedes C-Class |
| APV / Minivans (6 - 8 passengers) |
$175 - $225 | Suzuki APV, Kia Carens, Toyota Noah |
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A shuttle is available every Thursday to Bridgetown, Barbados’ capital for a nominal fee of BDS$10.00/ US$5.00. Guests can enjoy the town’s historic sites, indulge in some retail therapy or enjoy a relaxing lunch in one of its charming restaurants.
The Crane offers two shuttles every Friday night to the fish fry in Oistins Bay Garden. A fishmarket by day, Oistins is a hive of activity at night. You can enjoy the very best in local food, from fresh fish served fried or grilled, to macaroni pie, sweet potato, coleslaw and much more. There is also music and dancing in the square. Roundtrip transportation on the Crane Shuttle costs US$12 per person.
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