New Providence and Paradise Islands Hotels

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British Colonial Hilton Nassau

At a Glance

    Pros

  • right on Bay Street
  • quiet beach and pool area
  • centrally located

    Cons

  • busy with local meetings and events
  • man-made beach
  • hard to access at peak traffic times

British Colonial Hilton Nassau Review

The first Colonial Hotel, built by Standard Oil cofounder Henry Flagler in 1899, attracted socialites, royals, and industrialists at the turn of the 20th century and during the boom years of Prohibition. That building was destroyed by fire in 1921, and the present Mediterranean-style British Colonial—an exact replica—opened a year later, featuring a lustrous saffron facade, gleaming marble floors, and soaring arched ceilings. This landmark building is the social heart of Nassau, the setting for political meetings and the city's most important events. Guest rooms have dark mahogany furniture and marble baths; some have harbor views, while others offer a wonderful view of old Nassau. The resort sits on 8 lush acres with spectacular views of Nassau Harbour. It's the best business choice in the Bahamas, and is also a popular spot for weddings. Watch for brides descending the grand staircase in the lobby on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

    Hotel Amenities

  • 288 rooms, 23 suites.
  • Restaurants, bars, pool, gym, beach, water sports, business center, parking.
  • Rooms have: safe, Internet.
  • Credit cards accepted.

Member Reviews

  • mjw378, from Washington, DC
    11/30/06

    We absolutely LOVED our stay at this hotel! I proposed to my fiancee at a nearby beach on Thanksgiving Day 2006 and the hotel delivered Dom Perignon to our room on schedule, even providing us with some lovely chocolate-covered strawberries for no additional cost. At check in, they also upgraded us to an ocean view room with a king size bed for no extra cost. Although the rooms are comparably-sized to those in Britain (on the smaller side), the bathrooms were spacious and very clean. The grounds were very well-kept and the pool, beach, and food were excellent. I don't understand why some people rip harshly on this hotel. They must be snobby Americans who expect everything for practically nothing. No, it's not the Atlantis. Don't stay at the Hilton if you want Paradise or a resort. But if you want to stay at a very nice, safe, centrally-located hotel with all of the amenities for which one could ask for a nominal price, then stay at the British Colonial Hilton.

    Ratings details: Room: 4 | Atmosphere: 4 | Service: 5 | Value: 5
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