NightlifeThere isn't much
except the entertainment offered by hotels. In the winter, at
least one hotel offers a steel band or calypso music every night
of the week. Otherwise, check to see what's happening at
Capone's (tel. 758/452-0284) or the Green Parrot
(tel. 758/452-3167), both in Castries.
Indies,
at Rodney Bay (tel. 758/452-0727), is a split-floor,
soundproof dance club with a large wooden dancing area and
stage. There's also a trio of bars, with smoking and no-smoking
sections. The DJs keep the joint jumping, with both West Indian
and international sounds, often American. The action gets going
Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11pm to 4am. There's a
cover ranging from EC$15 to EC$25 (U.S.$5.55 to U.S.$9.25).
Indies has opened a bar around the side of the building called
the Back Door, featuring alternative music and reggae. A
sort of rock and sports bar, it serves snacks until 3am.
One of the island's most action-packed
dance clubs is Folley, Rodney Bay (tel. 758/450-0022),
adjoining La Creole Restaurant. Patrons 21 and up can enter to
enjoy a wide array of music from reggae to rock. Entrance fees
vary from $6 to $8.
If you'd like to go barhopping, begin at
Waves, Choc Bay, Castries (tel. 758/451-3000),
which is popular with both locals and visitors. Some nights,
there's live music or karaoke. Banana Split, on St.
George's Street in Castries (tel. 758/450-8125), is
another popular hangout that often offers live entertainment, as
does Shamrocks Pub, Rodney Bay (tel. 758/452-8725).
This Irish-style pub is especially popular among boaters and
gets really lively on weekends.
