Best Luxury Hotels In The Bahamas

Found on the west side of the island in Colebrooke Dale, adjacent to Governor’s Harbour, this all-villa whitewashed resort overlooks the historic Cupid’s Cay. Take a wicker seat on a terrace by the ocean for locally inspired meals served at the highly-rated 1648 – An Island Restaurant, where the daily catch and fresh fish feature prominently on the menu. An infinity edge pool also overlooks the water, as does the low rise guest accommodation, and the beach provides plenty of snorkelling and swimming opportunities. i-Pad concierge services, L’Occitane or Molton Brown toiletries and premium movie channels come as standard at the French Leave Resort.

A high rise (by Bahamian standards), glitzy complex, The Cove is an all-suite resort with 600 accommodations. Beside Paradise Beach, this is the place to be if you want amenities galore accessible via the wider Atlantis resort — particularly suiting fun-seeking families. It has a water park with 20 swimming areas, a nightclub, cinema, comedy club, a games room, the Mandarin Spa, a casino, golfing, scuba and snorkelling facilities and many restaurants, including the renowned, fine dining Nobu. The hotel itself houses three eateries; Fish by Chef Jose Andreas, Mosaic (a Mediterranean buffet) and The Cove Pool Café and Bar.

Set on five miles of pure white beach, this playground for the elite has been hosting guests since 1962. Inspired by the Palace of Versailles, The Ocean Club is surrounded by carefully manicured gardens, which include its own golf course. Some areas are multi-tiered, bursting with colourful bougainvillaea, koi filled ponds and statues, proffering views of the city harbour. Guests can dine at the French-Asian Dune, the Western-style Caribbean Ocean or take lighter meals in the Dune Bar and imbibe Bond-style in the Martini Bar. There’s also a Balinese spa, three pools and a 12th-century cloister.

The family owned Pompano Beach Club has welcomed visitors for over 60 years and attracts returning guests year after year. Located in Southampton on the island’s southwest coast, the popular resort boasts spectacular views and easy access to the highly rated public golf course next door. The hotel enjoys a secluded location, with excellent cuisine and an abundance of sporting activities catered for onsite. Guests can take advantage of a shuttle service to visit Hamilton, approximately 25 minutes away.