123 Best Hotels in Bahamas

This stunning resort consists of spacious beachfront villas that sleep up to eight and beachfront one-bed and two-bed bungalows that each have a screened-in veranda—all overlooking serene turquoise waters on a gorgeous 4-mile-long white-sand beach. The 15 bright, designer-style luxury two-bed villas have 1,800 square feet of complete comfort, including Wi-Fi, fully equipped entertainment centers, jetted tubs, and full kitchens, including dishwasher. The Beach House has a small fitness center, gift shop, library, TV room, and Wi-Fi. Upstairs is the restaurant with huge windows offering views of the gorgeous beach and Exuma Sound. The beachfront bar has the best view of the golden and magenta sunsets and a daily evening happy hour. Complimentary water-sports equipment and beach toys are available, and there are bicycle, paddleboard, Hobie Cat, and car rentals on-site. The resort offers myriad excursions such as diving, snorkeling, and nature tours. The Cape is one of The Bahamas' renowned beautiful places.

Forty secluded acres studded with scenic beach cottages set the tone for this relaxing island escape; a rocky promontory separates two coves, each with a sandy beach and calm water, perfect for snorkeling. The poolside patio is a good place for breakfast or cocktails, but sitting at the Point Bar (or the "Sunset Bar"), built into the rock between the coves, will become one of your favorite activities. Newly renovated clustered cottages have ocean or garden views, high-slanted ceilings, flat-screen TVs, and rustic furnishings. Take in the sunset from any of the three restaurants on the property, work up a sweat at the new fitness center, or relax in your private cottage and order room service.

An all-inclusive resort with individual villas spaced along a 3-mile beach, the breathtaking and private 96-acre Kamalame Cay occupies a Bahamian pinnacle in luxury island retreats—and is surprisingly affordable. This well-kept secret offers adorable, airy yellow and pink cottages and one- to four-bedroom villas spaced generously apart, with bright, open-plan kitchens and living rooms with plush furnishings, wrapped around by shady and sun-splashed decks with stunning ocean views. On the sheltered lagoon side, delightful designer rooms are $525 per night (standard rate). Indeed, most cottages and villas average a similar rate when fully occupied. Pink Adirondacks, golf carts, and bicycles are standard with each room.

Enjoy Kamalame’s exquisite dining by opting for the all-inclusive Guest of House plan, which includes unlimited meals, a daily continental-breakfast basket delivered to your room, a stocked in-room minibar, and beverages, spirits, and house wines from The Great House or Tiki Bar. (Cellar wines and champagnes are available but not included.) Served by a delightful staff, you'll feast on homemade breads, soups, and desserts, imported fowl and viands, and imaginative fresh seafood, complemented by excellent wines. You can also choose to dine à la carte or to self-cater with your villa's well-appointed kitchen. Amid towering, exotic gardens of palms, gumbo-limbos, and bougainville, you can dine poolside at the Tiki Bar, in The Great House, or on the beach. Guest of House participants also receive discounted Kamalame's Bespoke Services and activities, with rates $215 to $250 per person extra, according to your group's size.

Kamalame’s exceptionally beautiful waters make for splendid castaway island picnics and bone- and deep-sea fishing. Its PADI dive center is ideal for diving and snorkeling for beginners and pros alike. This award-winning property is revered by well-to-do Bahamians, jet-setters, romantic couples, and families. With its small marina, a few lucky yachters are learning the secret. Saunter along the beach's long dock to indulge in Kamalame’s deluxe overwater spa, which is oh-so-Maldives.

Fishing enthusiasts, yachters, and families can relax in relative seclusion at this West End resort, made up of colorful beachfront and poolside suites individually decorated with island charm. Rooms include TVs and Wi-Fi along with full and half-kitchenettes and laundry facilities. Although endearingly intimate and individual, Old Bahama Bay has all the amenities of a full-grown, self-contained resort, including a casual beach bar, a dockside restaurant, and a customs office, making it one of The Bahamas's top small-marina properties.

Originally a complex of historic harbor-side buildings, Rock House was designed by the late Wallace Tutt (the builder of Gianni Versace's mansion in Miami) and owner Don Purdy, who attentively orchestrates a pampering, intimate haven for his discriminating international clientele. Fresh orchids fill every room, private cabanas line the heated courtyard pool, and the congenial staff caters to your every need. Guest rooms are a sophisticated mix of contemporary and island furnishings, outfitted with thoughtful amenities like a picnic basket for beach forays and custom-designed extra-padded mattresses. After feasting at Rock House's celebrated restaurant, you'll want to take advantage of the spa services and yoga offered by the hotel. Although the hotel is on the harbor side of the island, chairs and umbrellas are set up daily for Rock House guests who want to relax on the beach. There's also a gift shop on-site where you can purchase souvenirs.

Sandals Emerald Bay is Great Exuma's most luxurious all-inclusive resort, with cream and aqua buildings facing a mile-long stretch of powdery white sand and a half-acre zero-entry pool in the center of the property. The room rate includes all food at the resort's 11 restaurants and all nonmotorized water sports. The resort also features a deep-water marina with 150 slips, two other pools, six bars, and a game room.

The Staniel Cay Yacht Club is nothing short of legendary, once drawing such luminaries as Malcolm Forbes and Robert Mitchum to its property. It's now a low-key getaway for yachties and escapists. The cotton candy–color cottages, perched on stilts along a rocky bank, have broad ocean vistas and dramatic sunsets, which you can treasure from a chaise lounge on your spacious private balcony. Take a tour of the cay in one of the club's golf carts. Meal plans are available.

The largest hotel in Marsh Harbour has a fresh look and feel following a major post–Hurricane Dorian overhaul. The resort centers on its marina and is set on 40 manicured acres overlooking the Sea of Abaco, five minutes from the Marsh Harbour airport or a short ferry ride away from Hope Town on Elbow Cay. The spacious ocean-view rooms have natural stone floors, marble wet bars, built-in hair dryers, and in-room cable TV, with Wi-Fi throughout the sprawling grounds. Use of nonmotorized water-sports equipment is complimentary. Lounge poolside or enjoy fruity rum drinks at the bar while your kids explore the beach playground.

The motto here is "Tan your toes in The Abacos," making this beachfront resort the ideal place for a getaway. The cozy rooms— some with Atlantic Ocean views and some overlooking the harbor and the Sea of Abaco—have simple comfortable furnishings. Luxury villas have kitchenettes, small living areas, and sunrise and sunset water views. After your complimentary pickup in Hope Town, rent your own boat so you can zoom into town or to the smaller neighboring cays. The bar is a lively spot for guests and locals to mingle and for couples to watch the magenta sunsets. Ask for a table on the enclosed patio overlooking the ocean. 

Ideal for families and small groups, these two- to five-bedroom condos are right on the famous Treasure Cay beach. Interiors vary, but each unit has ceramic-tile floors and stylish furniture with colorful accents, as well as a fully equipped kitchen and a large living room. All also have a screened-in patio or balcony overlooking the azure ocean and the grounds, which are landscaped with tropical palms. Like most Treasure Cay properties, Bahama Beach Club suffered extensive damage as a result of Hurricane Dorian in 2019, but a couple years of hard work have brought this spot back to life. These are some of the nicest condos in The Abacos.

With its enchanting old-world charm, this historic hotel boasts eight exquisitely furnished suites that offer breathtaking views of the Sea of Abaco. As the first hotel established on any of The Bahamas' out islands, Bluff House holds a special place in history. Each suite features a private balcony, perfect for savoring a morning coffee or indulging in an afternoon cocktail. Nestled within a sprawling 12-acre property, guests can delight in two exceptional restaurants, a secluded beach, and a marina-facing pool. Bluff House is renowned for its warm hospitality, welcoming returning visitors with open arms and ensuring that everyone feels right at home.

This chic oceanfront property on South Andros wows with its understated luxury, suites and villas with outdoor living spaces, and light, airy decor complementing its natural surroundings. There are 18 oceanfront suites and six private villas, plus a café and smoothie bar, fine-dining restaurant Lusca that serves Caribbean fare, a pool and beach bar, and spaces for yoga and meditation.

Nestled between the aquamarine and emerald waters of Rock and Exuma Sounds, gigantic villas have two bright bedrooms, a full bath, and a stainless-steel kitchen, while the beach cottages feature a luxury bathroom and wet bar. Watch breathtaking sunsets painted over the full-service marina from your second-floor balcony. If you choose to stay in one of the new private bungalows or suites, you'll also have a direct view of the stunning beach. For a unique experience, have the staff take you by boat to one of the nearby footprint-free islands for the day. Pack a picnic and your seashell bucket and get ready for complete solitude.

Chub Cay Resort & Marina has been speedily and most beautifully restored to what is a luxury oasis on an otherwise rustic cay. Although it welcomes transient yachts, the club is moving to a more exclusive, private model that caters to large yachts, sports fishermen, and wealthy homeowners who own or will buy property there. The beautifully designed hotel offers 11 rooms and suites from $425 to $1,200 per night and eight private one-bedroom beach cabanas from $550. For more privacy and larger accommodations, there are 12 private villas with two to four bedrooms, ranging from $1,400 to $2,800 per night, some directly on the beach, and all with porches and balconies. The largest of these can sleep up to 10 guests, with fully stocked kitchens, high-speed Internet, and satellite TV. The resort and marina has high-speed Internet throughout, and a brand-new ship store is well stocked with food, beverages, and island supplies. The resort’s main focus is The Clubhouse that overlooks the infinity pool and marina. Its restaurant features a rotating variety of Bahamian-inspired dishes such as fine steaks, chicken, pastas, and seafood, along with locally grown fruits and vegetables from Chub Cay's garden. Dine and sip cocktails inside the beautiful dining room and bar or enjoy the breezy outdoor patio. Chub Cay is much loved for its fishing and snorkeling; game-fish fans head to the nearby Pocket, where the deep marine canyons of Northwest Providence Channel and the Tongue of the Ocean meet. Bonefishing fans scoot to the north side, where fish-rich flats abound, or west, even as far as the Joulter Cays. Closer to land, you can rent a small boat and skittle everywhere: to the cay's beckoning deserted beaches or to reefs for snorkeling or fishing. The club staff arranges guided fishing charters and snorkeling tours; the cay is home to four expert fishing guides with skiffs and boats. At the hotel you can rent bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Both the marina and airport are Bahamas ports of entry for quick on-site Customs and Immigration clearance. With its fine marina and convenient location on a main Florida to Nassau route—and to the southern islands beyond—many boaters are excited to see Chub Cay come alive and be restored to such a high standard, including a talented management and staff.

This all-suites hotel in the middle of Paradise Island is a great spot for families; guests have access to the features of nearby Atlantis, including the Aquaventure water park and the kids' club Atlantis Kids Adventures. For added convenience, enjoy signing privileges throughout Atlantis and a special Comfort Suites guests–only walkway to The Coral at Atlantis. If you're looking to get away from the hubbub at the larger resort, try a poolside lunch and a drink at the swim-up bar at the Comfort Suites. Large rooms have sitting areas with sofa beds and dividers for added comfort and privacy. Cabbage Beach is just steps away. Rates include a full American breakfast and free Wi-Fi, a complimentary business center with wireless printing, and the Manager's Rum Punch Party poolside three nights a week. Packages with discounted rates are often available online. Rates are usually (but not always) cheaper than those of the The Beach (Atlantis), but the inclusion of breakfast usually makes this a better value.

Completely rebuilt and expanded after Hurricane Dorian, this 17-room three-story marina hotel is a great choice for tourists and business travelers alike. Choose from a mix of 17 rooms—some rooms, some suites, and three 2-bed, 2-bath apartments. Each room is tastefully decorated and includes either two queens or a single king bed. The 72-slip marina, one of Marsh Harbour's busiest, with gas and diesel available, is The Bahamas' headquarters for the Navigare catamaran charter service. Dream Yacht and TradeWinds are also based here. Top restaurants and shopping are within easy walking distance. 

Worlds away from the other properties within the Atlantis resort in terms of overall look, experience, and sophistication, this high-rise overlooking two stunning white-sand beaches is a true grown-ups' getaway. The 600-suite hotel has step-down living areas and luxurious modern furnishings. It is home to an uber-exclusive adults-only pool area open only to Cove guests. This haven has private poolside cabanas stocked with everything from gourmet treats to en suite spa treatments. Families are welcome to stay here—there is a separate pool for kids—but it's a hike to the fun-filled Aquaventure. A $70-per-room daily resort fee includes Wi-Fi, reusable water bottles, and access to Aquaventure, the movie theater, and the fitness center, as well as shuttles throughout the sprawling property.

Although The Delphi Club is billed as a bonefishing lodge, it's a great middle-of-nowhere bed-and-breakfast perfect for anyone looking to get away from it all but not willing to give up style or comfort. The plantation-style lodge boasts a grand great room, where guests gather for multicourse meals at a long wooden table that seats 24 and then retire to one of the comfy couches, the library (where the only television on-property is hardly ever turned on), or a chair on the wide wraparound balcony that offers incredible ocean views. Days are filled with bonefishing or deep-sea fishing for the anglers, bird-watching, or lounging poolside or on the long, private white-sand beach below.  Nonguests can join the group for dinners if space is available. Dinner reservations are essential and must be made before noon that day.

This owner-run resort is one of The Bahamas' most famous and successful—and one of the best kick-back retreats anywhere. It boasts rustic but charming villas (two), houses (three), cottages (eight), and suites (two) spread along a dazzling, crescent-shape white-sand beach shaded by casuarinas and coconut palms. Friendliness and enthusiasm to please is evident everywhere. Villas and houses have full kitchens, private gardens, and accommodations for four to six people. Cottages are for two people and have private stone patios and fresh-air garden baths. All but one feature cool air-conditioning and refrigerators, and most are right on the beach. Complimentary bikes, paddleboards, Sunfish sailboats, kayaks, and snorkeling equipment add to the fun. The staff are expert at hiring boats and guides to take you fishing, snorkeling, and on ecoexpeditions. Tropical charm and ambience exudes within the large beachfront lodge, its dining room, beach patio, and honor Tiki Bar. FBV serves three delicious meals daily at set times: tasty international and island dishes, including lobster, fresh fish, conch, and prime meats. You can opt for meals-inclusive packages.

Each of these fully equipped, beautifully appointed two- and three-bedroom cottages boasts a stunning view of the Sea of Abaco, and all are situated on the vast property in a way that creates privacy and a sense of true exclusivity. If you want the space and flexibility of a rental vacation but still yearn for the amenities and service that come with a resort stay, this is the place for you. Free dockage is offered with rental, and there are two pools and one of the top restaurants in The Abacos on-site. 

This Governor's Harbour resort offers gorgeous waterfront villas, a harbor-view bar and grill, and dozens of other luxurious amenities. Each villa is equipped with its own golf cart, which guests can use to visit the beach on the Atlantic-facing side of the resort. French Leave prides itself on maintaining the serenity and natural beauty of the property, so you won't find a casino or any buzzing nightlife here—instead, the resort provides paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkel gear free of charge for ocean adventures.

This luxurious 78-villa complex boasts one of the island's few spas, an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, and a poolside patio restaurant. A secluded patch of Emerald Bay Beach is right off the pool, and guests can use the kayaks and snorkel equipment. Rooms are elaborate and vary from one-bedroom garden-view villas to four-bedroom penthouses. 

The long-standing colonial tradition and tone of casual refinement continues at this well-known resort. Cheerful yellow cottages are scattered amid lush trees and shrubs. Villa accommodations have decks overlooking the water and docks for rental boats; poolside rooms are more formal, furnished with mahogany Queen Anne–style furniture, gleaming hardwood floors, and Oriental rugs. Breakfasts and lunches are served on a screened, terra-cotta–tile patio, but it's dinner under the harbor-view dining room's chandeliers that makes the club shine. The modern 40-slip marina makes it easy to dock your boat out front, and in a 10-minute walk, you can be bonefishing in Coco Bay or lying on the secluded Atlantic Ocean beach. If you need anything else, the accommodating hotel staff can arrange it.

This cozy, small, owner-operated resort is elegant and sophisticated, offering both quiet solitude on a stunning private beach and serious adventure for sports enthusiasts. Each villa (two one-bedroom, one two-bedroom) has an outside veranda with breathtaking views of the snow-white beach. Owners Carlo and Elena please with great service and superb Italian cuisine. Guanahani is famous as a kiteboard and catamaran sailing center and offers complimentary kayaks, a catamaran, and snorkeling gear. Airport transfers are included.

It you want more space to stretch out during your Paradise Island vacation, consider these one-, two-, and three-bedroom town-house–style villas that can accommodate up to nine guests and are fully equipped with separate living/dining areas, kitchens, and private laundry facilities. The pastel-color four-story buildings are situated across the marina from the main Atlantis resort, offering both peace and quiet; however, it is a 10-minute walk (or a shuttle ride) to the popular water park, beaches, amenities, and restaurants of the rest of the resort. Shuttles run throughout the sprawling property from 8 am until midnight. There is no beach here, but you'll have two relatively quiet pools to enjoy if you decide to stay on-site. Although you have access to the Atlantis restaurants and their meal plans, many guests hire a provisioning company to stock their villa before they arrive or take advantage of daily food-store runs. There is also a casual poolside restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and tropical drinks.

Watch the hustle and bustle (relatively speaking, of course) of Hope Town from this spot across the harbor. When you feel the need to join in the activity or explore the quaint town and surrounding island of Elbow Cay, just catch the on-demand complimentary speedboat shuttle. Most of the rooms and suites at this small but lovely hotel at the base of the lighthouse have kitchens, and there's no additional charge to dock a small rental boat. Two pools, a restaurant, a bar, and a tiny harborside beach spread over 15 acres guarantee you'll find a secluded spot.

The antithesis of the big resorts typically found in New Providence, The Island House delivers casual sophistication with high-end yet understated amenities and features at every turn. Some of the 30 rooms, which can be configured as one-, two-, or three-bedroom cottages, are situated poolside in the heart of the boutique resort, while others offer a greater degree of tranquility and privacy. All offer mahogany furnishings, limestone floors, rain showers, freestanding bathtubs, original Bahamian artwork, and private balconies or terraces. A few of the rooms even have fully private outdoor showers. On-site are four restaurants and bars, a 25-meter lap pool, a Movement Studio offering barre and yoga, and a fully equipped fitness center with two squash courts. There's even a 48-seat cinema showing a mix of indie and blockbuster films each night and an art gallery, as well as a Bamford Spa with a mani-pedi room and three treatment rooms. Wi-Fi (accessible throughout the property) is complimentary as is shuttle service to the stunning beach within the nearby Old Fort Bay gated community.

Perched on a small bluff overlooking the Andros Barrier Reef, this dreamy luxury villa provides a consummate private getaway. Comprising a great house and two generously separated suites, everywhere is filled with panoramic ocean views—starting from the superbly appointed kitchen and bar, through the generous living and dining areas, down to the hand-carved limestone terraces and gardens that meet the ocean. Between the sea and the vast Cedar Room are a covered patio, a freshwater pool, a spa, a waterfall, and a hammock-strewn garden. With vaulted ceilings, architectural granite, oversized windows, and hand-cut island stone, KettleStone is a masterpiece of luxurious coastal chic and comfortable living. While you nestle with friends in this breathtaking haven, longtime Andros owners Mike and Page Hornby arrange expertly guided fishing, diving, and nature tours for their lucky guests. Self-cater or ask for a chef to come in. Ideal for families desiring privacy and one-to-one personal service, and surprisingly affordable for small groups and families, KettleStone is located three minutes' walk from Fresh Creek Harbour, conveniently close to shops and the airport.

Run by exceptionally friendly and attentive owners and staff, this intimate compound has six spacious villas with pool or garden views. Kitchens are fully equipped, and the supermarket is about a 10-minute walk away. Restaurants, marinas, bars, and a dive shop are just outside the front door. For families or groups on a budget, this is a great option.

The newest resort addition to the downtown Nassau scene pays homage to the late Jimmy Buffett, the legendary musician whose song "Margaritaville" lent itself to the resort brand. Expect imagery of parrots, palm trees, and flip-flops at every turn, including the larger-than-life flip-flop statue in the spacious and airy lobby. Most guests will stay in Margaritaville, but those opting for premium suites or longer-term stays can enjoy the more exclusive and slightly more upscale One Particular Harbour residential property right next door. Regardless of which property you choose, every room guarantees sweeping ocean views. Even the elevators and the spa treatment rooms come with full ocean views. Those staying in the residences have access to an exclusive pool and hot tub and fitness center, but all guests can enjoy the other amenities, including the Fins Up water park, the beach, and a variety of restaurants and bars.