Best Luxury Hotels in Bahamas

The Royal is one of five magnificent hotels contained within the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. The hotel’s central location and spectacular ocean views make for the perfect stay in this iconic landmark of the island. With completely redesigned East and West towers, the hotel boasts modern accommodations inspired by the gorgeous surroundings. There is a collection of contemporary guest rooms, suites for up to eight guests and Signature Suites including the Bridge Suite which overlooks the golden beach and shimmering sea. The resort is home to 21 restaurants serving a range of diverse cuisine as well as 19 bars and lounges. There are 14 pools and 141 acres of water park for all the family to enjoy at Aquaventure. Wellness facilities include the rejuvenating Mandara Spa and a fully equipped fitness centre with daily guest access. There is a whole host of kid- and teen-friendly facilities. Guests can also benefit from access to the resort’s amenities including the Atlantis Casino, The Dig, an 18-hole oceanfront golf course in addition to the nearby Nobu restaurant and Mayan Temple adventure park.

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.

One of three Baha Mar resorts, the Rosewood is arguably the most refined. It is found beside Cable Beach (upon which the Rosewood’s butlers will cater to your every need) and features plenty of local influences, notably handiworks incorporated into the hotel’s chic decor. The 12 storey property includes the Sense Spa, a British style library serving afternoon tea, Costa – a Mexican seafood eatery and taqueria – and a kids’ club. In addition to 233 balconied bedrooms and suites, accommodation is provided in villas. Guests can recline in a private pool-side cabana (complete with a ceiling fan and TV) and dine anywhere within the Baha Mar complex.

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.