Frequently Asked Questions


What is the local currency in Carriacou?

The East Caribbean Dollar is the most commonly used currency and is obtainable from the three ATMs that are found locally. The EC dollar is pegged to the US dollar at a rate of 2.7

Many shops and restaurants also accept payment by card but you will need cash for the smaller on street stalls and bars.

What time is it in Carriacou?

Carriacou observes AST (Atlantic Standard Time) all year round

So that’s GMT -4 hours

Are there many restaurants in Carriacou?

We are lucky to have a great selection of restaurants in Carriacou from the smart Bogles Round House, to the beach front Paradise Beach Club, the excellent Indian and a wonderful pizzeria and many others in between.

Is it possible to hire a car?

Yes in fact we highly recommend that our guests hire a car for the duration of their stay in order to maximise their time here. We can assist with this - just remember to bring your current driving licence.

There are local buses which are cheap and fun but there is no set timetable and there is a very limited service for evenings and weekends.