Pegasus Pool Bar
The Pegasus Pool Bar sits within the Guyana Pegasus Hotel compound on Main Street, one of Georgetown's two major international hotels. The bar overlooks the hotel's swimming pool, with seating on a tiled deck under parasols. Capacity is about 50 at the bar and surrounding tables. The cocktail menu is more ambitious than most Georgetown venues, and the bartenders have actual training. The hotel's security perimeter means this is the safest nightlife option in the city. The crowd mixes business travelers, oil industry workers, NGO staff, and well-off locals who prefer the controlled environment. It's not exciting, but it's reliable, safe, and the drinks are decent.
What to Expect
A hotel pool bar with better cocktails than you'd expect. The atmosphere is controlled and safe, the crowd is professional, and the setting is pleasant if not thrilling. Think business hotel comfort zone with a Caribbean accent.
Safe, comfortable, and predictably pleasant. Hotel bar quality with a poolside setting.
Background music: jazz, R&B, and soft soca. Never intrusive.
Smart casual. Hotel guests in resort wear are fine. Most evening visitors dress in business casual.
Business travelers, first-time Georgetown visitors, and anyone who prioritizes safety and comfort over atmosphere.
Cash (GYD and USD) and all major credit cards accepted.
Price Range
Banks beer GYD 600-800, cocktails GYD 1,000-1,500, wine GYD 800-1,200/glass, bar food GYD 1,500-3,000
Beer ~$3-4/~2.70-3.60 EUR, cocktails ~$5-7.50/~4.50-6.80 EUR
Hours
Daily 16:00-midnight
Insider Tip
Happy hour runs 5-7 PM on weekdays with discounted cocktails. The poolside setting is pleasant in the early evening when the heat breaks. Ask for El Dorado rum recommendations; the bar stocks the full range.
Full Review
The Pegasus Pool Bar serves a specific function in Georgetown's nightlife: it provides a safe, comfortable space for people who don't want to navigate the city's security challenges. Within the hotel's compound, behind its security gates, the pool bar offers drinks, food, and social interaction without the anxiety that shadows after-dark movement in Georgetown.
The setting is pleasant. The pool glitters under lights, parasols shade the deck tables, and the bar counter is staffed by trained bartenders who can make proper cocktails. The El Dorado rum selection is comprehensive; asking for a tasting flight of the 12, 15, and 21-year expressions is one of the best values on the menu and an education in why Guyanese rum has a global reputation.
The crowd reflects Georgetown's international community. Oil company workers from the offshore rigs, consulting firm staff, embassy personnel, and NGO workers form the core. Local professionals who can afford hotel prices add diversity. Conversations tend toward business, travel, and the kind of expat stories that accumulate in frontier economies.
Is it exciting? No. Is it authentic Georgetown? Not really. But it serves its purpose perfectly. For a first night in the city, or any night when you want drinks and company without worrying about transportation and security, the Pegasus Pool Bar is the practical choice. The premium over street-level bars is modest, and the peace of mind is worth the difference.
The Neighborhood
Inside the Pegasus Hotel compound on Main Street. The hotel is one of Georgetown's two major international properties (the other being the Marriott). Palm Court is a short taxi ride south along Main Street.
Getting There
Walk-in from Main Street through the hotel's main entrance. For non-guests, simply tell the security desk you're visiting the bar. From other hotels, a GYD 600-800 taxi.
Other Venues in Main Street
Palm Court
Bar and restaurant in a converted colonial mansion on Main Street. The covered outdoor area fills with a mixed crowd of locals, expats, and hotel guests. Live music some weekends, solid cocktails, and a relatively safe location between the major hotels.
704 Sports Bar
Sports bar on Sheriff Street near Main Street with big screens, cold Banks beer, and a crowd that comes alive during cricket matches and football games. Casual atmosphere with pool tables and darts.
Club Privilege
Georgetown's primary nightclub with a proper dance floor and sound system. Soca, dancehall, and reggaeton draw a young crowd on weekends. Gets packed after midnight on Saturdays. Dress code enforced.
Gravity Lounge
Modern lounge bar near Main Street with cocktails, hookah, and a sound system that leans toward R&B and soca. The interior is sleek by Georgetown standards. Attracts a slightly older, professional crowd.