8 Best Hotels in The Abacos, Bahamas

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Intimate hotels, cottage-style resorts, and rental homes are the rule in the Abacos. There are a few full-scale resorts in Marsh Harbour, Treasure Cay, Green Turtle Cay, and Hope Town—with multiple restaurants, bars, pools, and activities—but most accommodations are more homey. What you might give up in modern amenities you'll gain in privacy and beauty. Many hotels have water views, and with a cottage or private house you may even get your own stretch of beach. Air-conditioning is a standard feature, and more places are adding luxuries like cable TV and wireless Internet. Small and remote doesn't equate with inexpensive, however; it's almost impossible to find lodging for less than $100 a night, and not uncommon to pay more than $300 a night for beachside accommodations with all the conveniences.

Abaco Inn

$$$ | Elbow Cay, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

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. 

Pros

  • Self-contained resort with one of the best restaurants on the island
  • Easy access to beaches, surfing, and fishing
  • Hypnotic ocean views

Cons

  • 10-minute golf-cart or boat ride to Hope Town
  • Nothing else around
  • Accommodations are basic
Elbow Cay, Bahamas
242-699--1368
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12 rooms
No Meals

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Bahama Beach Club

$$$$ | Treasure Cay, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

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.

Pros

  • Luxury accommodations on one of the most sublime beaches in the world
  • Large pool area with Jacuzzi
  • Only hotel in Treasure Cay

Cons

  • Check-in can be slow
  • Housekeeping is a separate cost
  • Closed September and October
Treasure Cay, Bahamas
800-284–0382
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Closed Sept. and Oct.
87 condos
No Meals

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Bluff House Beach Resort & Marina

$$ | Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

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.

Pros

  • Secluded and private beach
  • Safe harbor for boat owners
  • Beautiful decor

Cons

  • Golf cart or boat required to get into New Plymouth
  • Lots of steps up to all suites
  • Crowds at on-site bar/restaurant make private beach less secluded
Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas
954-284–7341
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Closed early Sept.–late Oct.
8 rooms
No Meals

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The Conch Inn & Marina

$$ | E. Bay St., Marsh Harbour, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

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. 

Pros

  • Centrally located
  • Easy to arrange boat rentals and diving
  • Good value for comfortable rooms

Cons

  • Far from beaches
  • Small pool area
  • Basic amenities only
E. Bay St., Marsh Harbour, Bahamas
242-577--7000
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17 rooms
No Meals

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Firefly Sunset Resort

$$$$ | Elbow Cay, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

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. 

Pros

  • Warm and friendly staff
  • Large, beautifully decorated accommodations
  • One cottage has a small private swimming pool

Cons

  • Golf cart or boat is a must for getting around
  • Small man-made beach
  • Minimum three-night stay
Elbow Cay, Bahamas
242-366--0145
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5 cottages
No Meals

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Lofty Fig Villas

$ | Marsh Harbour, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

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.

Pros

  • <PRO>centrally located</PRO>
  • <PRO>great pool</PRO>
  • <PRO>warm and friendly service</PRO>

Cons

  • <CON>dated furnishings</CON>
  • <CON>no place to dock a rental boat</CON>
  • <CON>some room porches face busy main road</CON>
Marsh Harbour, Bahamas
242-367–2681
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Credit cards accepted
6 villas

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Island Breezes Hotel

$ | Bay St., Marsh Harbour, Bahamas

This simple, no-frills motel is ideal if you plan to spend your days exploring the mainland by car or the surrounding cays by ferry or boat and just need a place for a shower and a good sleep before starting all over the next day. It's about the only thing left on what was once a bustling tourist strip following Hurricane Dorian's direct hit. Clean and spacious rooms include two full beds or a queen and single bed and all the basic amenities you'll need for your home base. Outside the rooms is a shared deck with outdoor furniture. You won't find a less expensive room in such a prime spot.

Pros

  • Lowest rates in Marsh Harbour
  • Warm and friendly staff
  • One of the only hotels for short-term stays

Cons

  • Very simple accommodations
  • No indoor common areas
  • No pool
Bay St., Marsh Harbour, Bahamas
242-577–0427
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8 rooms
No Meals

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Treasure Cay Beach, Marina & Golf Resort

$ | Treasure Cay, Bahamas

Treasure Cay is known for its 18-hole golf course, one of the few open to the public in Abaco; its first-class 150-slip marina; and its location across the street from one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The property has town house–style accommodations set along the marina's boardwalk that can be blocked off into one-, two-, or three-bedroom units. Depending on the configuration, you may have full-size refrigerators, toaster ovens, and small dining counters or an upstairs town house with vaulted ceilings, spacious living–dining area, full kitchens, loft bedroom, and a balcony. New furnishings and other upgrades have given this resort a breath of fresh air. The indoor-outdoor Spinnaker's Ocean Grille & Wine Bar serves Bahamian and Continental cuisine. A more casual, kid-friendly option is pizza night on Thursday at the Tipsy Seagull Pool Bar, also a popular happy-hour destination, and there's live music and dancing three times a week. The resort can arrange fishing, diving, and island excursions.

Pros

  • <PRO>convenient location</PRO>
  • <PRO>multiple on-site restaurants and bar</PRO>
  • <PRO>golf course</PRO>

Cons

  • <CON>restaurant reservations essential in high season</CON>
  • <CON>pool area can get crowded</CON>
  • <CON>the famous beach is a few minutes' walk away from your room</CON>
Treasure Cay, Bahamas
242-365–8801
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Credit cards accepted
64 rooms
No meals

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