4 Best Hotels in Bermuda

No other Bermuda resort uses its privileged setting better—the resort's 30 acres on a peninsula near the western end of the island create a sense of meandering expansiveness at this luxurious cottage colony. Cambridge Beaches has a coat of arms that reads "Prima et Optima," or First and Best. The First? Yes—it's the island's oldest cottage colony. The Best? Well, if you want a pervasive sense of tranquility and relaxed refinement, then that's a fact, too. Many large properties on the island are centered on one main beach, but Cambridge has four, including beautiful Long Bay Beach and tiny Turtle Cove (backed by a chic infinity pool). The complimentary daily tea service is a civilized affair, set in the Port of Call bar overlooking Mangrove Bay. The varying sizes, styles, and locations of the cottages and rooms make for a wide range of prices. Less expensive rooms open onto lawns and gardens, but overlook the same wide ocean. Cambridge also offers the Ocean Spa, one of the very best in Bermuda.

Expect a tranquil, refined environment, good dining, and friendly service from longtime staff at this bright, blue-shuttered, white manor house. Inside the main house, built in 1906, traditionally decorated rooms have 12-foot ceilings and antique and reproduction furniture. The two-story building behind the main house is newer, set alongside a relaxing tropical garden. All rooms have either balconies or patios from which you can enjoy the lush greenery and pool; it's easy to forget you're downtown. A major renovation in 2017 introduced the on-site restaurant, Huckleberry, which is open for three meals daily and focuses on Southern and Bermudian food. 

It's the only true bed-and-breakfast in Hamilton, and one imagines that even if this elegant beige two-story town house, just two blocks from the capital's shops, ferries, and buses had competition, it would still be the best. The 1938 inn is family owned and operated, and each room is individually decorated with pretty matching fabrics and antique and reproduction furniture. Polished cedar floors, a fireplace, and handsome Chippendale chairs lend warmth to the breakfast room, where you can sample scones each morning. 

Nestled on the peninsula overlooking scenic Ely's Harbor, the Willowbank Resort is the perfect quaint getaway for families or groups. The manicured grounds offer ample opportunities to wander and play, and 8 acres of soft-sand beaches make for hours of fun in the gentle surf—keep an eye out for cheeky sea turtles! There are three categories of rooms at Willowbank—oceanfront, ocean view, and garden view—all of which feature modern amenities and complimentary Wi-Fi, and continental breakfast. In-room dining is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Willowbank is considered wheelchair accessible, but be sure to contact their concierge for more information. Best of all? Kids stay free!