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Banks
Bank opening hours are 8am–2pm, Mondays to Thursdays, with an extended 2-hour period on Friday afternoons, 8am–4pm. Banks on the island are closed on weekends but there are ATMs located in the populated areas around the island.
The following banks have branches on Dominica:
Scotia Bank, 28 Hillsborough St, Roseau, t 448 5800
Banque Francaise Commerciale, Queen Mary St, Roseau, t 448 4040
First Caribbean International Bank, Old St, Roseau, t 448 2571
Eastern Caribbean Central Bank, Old St, Roseau, t 448 8001
National Commercial Bank Of Dominica, 64 Hillborough St, Roseau, t 448 4401
Royal Bank Of Canada, Bay Front, Roseau, t 448 2771
First Caribbean International Bank, Granbay St, Portsmouth, t 445 5271 |
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Beaches
Dominica differs from many of its Caribbean counterparts in that it has just a few light sand beaches. These are found in the far north east, where golden sand is backed by palms and high sided coves. Generally the sand around the island is dark in colour because of the island’s volcanic origins. Most beach-bound tourists can be found around Portsmouth, where there are good stretches of beach with some watersports and hotel bars to which to retreat. Around the capital Roseau, the waterfront is made up of fist sized rocks racing with the waves, so it is not suitable for beach activities. On the Atlantic side of the island there are swells and currents and the swimming is often dangerous.
A selection of the best beaches in Dominica:
Mero
The most accessible west coast beach, with a good stretch of dark sand and area for watersports. There is a beach bar at Castaways Hotel.
Prince Rupert Bay
Located near Portsmouth, the beach has black sand but there is a good calm stretch of water with watersports and bars.
Hampstead Bay, Calibishie, Woodford Hill Bay, north-east coast
The best sand on Dominica, but quite remote in the north east of the island. Dramatic scenery with overhanging cliffs, large waves and reefs. You are advised to be careful about the security of your belongings on these beaches. No facilities. |
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Casinos
There are no casinos in Dominica. |
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Check In/Check Out
As a general rule check-out times are around 12 noon and check-in is generally not prior to 3pm, during which time the rooms are made ready for new arrivals. Some properties may provide day rooms/shower facilities subject to availability, or may be flexible on check-in or check-out times by prior arrangement - you should make special arrangements at the time of booking.
Getting to Dominica always involves a transfer and timings may be tight if you are making the connection on the same day. In case of delay, be prepared to leave your luggage behind at the point where you entered the Caribbean. Remember to take a change of clothes and a swimming costume in your hand luggage. |
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Cruises
Every year many visitors arrive on Dominica from cruise ships, which berth at the Roseau Bayfront, Woodbridge Bay just north of Roseau, and at the Cabrits in the north of the island. Cruise visitors make up the majority of visitors to the island.
A 300 seat catamaran ferry service operated by L'Express des Îles transports passengers between Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique and St. Lucia. It stops by at least once a day, except Thursday, docking at the ferry terminal on the bayfront in Roseau.
A selection of smaller and more stylish cruise ships that currently call at the various ports include Silversea Cruises and Windstar Cruises. |
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