Where to Find the Best Hotels in the Bahamas — Including Top Eco-Friendly Stays
Choosing a hotel in the Bahamas means choosing your entire trip experience. Nassau properties put you 15 minutes from the airport. Exuma requires a 30-minute inter-island flight plus ground transfer. Andros demands a flight and boat ride. With more than 700 islands spread across 100,000 square miles, your hotel location determines whether you spend your time on beaches or in transit.
This guide covers the most practical hotel options with specific airport distances, transfer times, and verified sustainability certifications where available. Whether you need extensive on-site activities or remote eco-focused accommodations, these properties keep transfer logistics manageable.
Nassau and Paradise Island: The Most Accessible Islands
Nassau and Paradise Island offer the shortest transfer times from Lynden Pindling International Airport and the widest range of hotel options. Most travelers find that staying in this area avoids the need for additional inter-island flights or lengthy boat transfers.
Atlantis Paradise Island
Atlantis Paradise Island at 1 Casino Drive, Paradise Island is approximately 13 to 15 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport, with typical taxi or rideshare travel times of 30 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. The resort connects to Nassau via two bridges: the Paradise Island Bridge and the Sidney Poitier Bridge.
The property has approximately 3,800 rooms and suites spread across five towers: Royal, Coral, Beach, Cove, and Reef. Each tower offers different price points and amenity levels, with the Cove and Reef towers positioned as the most premium options. The Aquaventure water park, marine habitat housing thousands of aquatic animals, and numerous dining venues make this property suitable for travelers who want extensive on-site activities without additional transportation logistics.
Business travelers should note the casino and proximity to Paradise Island's golf courses. The resort provides beach access and multiple swimming areas, which reduces the need to arrange off-property excursions.
Learn more about Atlantis Paradise Island.
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort at One Ocean Drive, Paradise Island is approximately 13 to 15 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport, with transfer times typically ranging from 30 to 40 minutes. The property is located approximately 3 miles east of Atlantis along Paradise Island Drive.
This 107-room resort covers 35 acres that include Versailles-inspired gardens and a 12th-century Augustinian cloister relocated from France. The adjacent 18-hole Tom Weiskopf-designed Ocean Club Golf Course provides on-site golf access without transportation requirements. Six tennis courts include four Har-Tru clay courts and two hard courts.
The property offers both an adult-only pool and a family pool, plus private beach access with a dedicated beach club. Room count is significantly lower than Atlantis, which typically means shorter wait times for dining reservations and beach service.
See amenities and location at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort.
British Colonial Hilton Nassau
British Colonial Hilton Nassau at 1 Bay Street in downtown Nassau is approximately 9 to 10 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport, making it one of the closest major hotel options to the airport among the properties covered here. Transfer time is approximately 15 to 20 minutes. The hotel is located directly on Bay Street, within steps of Nassau's primary shopping district.
The Nassau Cruise Port is approximately 0.3 miles away, roughly a 6 to 7-minute walk, which makes this property practical for travelers combining cruise and land-based itineraries. The hotel has 288 rooms, private beach access, an outdoor pool, and meeting space for business travelers.
Originally opened in January 1924, the property has undergone multiple renovations while maintaining its historic waterfront position. Business travelers benefit from the downtown location's proximity to government offices and financial district addresses. Check the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism for current visitor information and travel requirements.
Check location and rooms at British Colonial Hilton Nassau.
Exuma: Remote Beaches with Delightful Resorts
Exuma typically requires a separate flight from Nassau to Exuma International Airport, approximately 30 to 45 minutes depending on the carrier. Once on Great Exuma, hotel transfers are shorter than Nassau options, and the island offers access to the famous swimming pigs at Big Major Cay and the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
Grand Isle Resort & Residences
Grand Isle Resort & Residences on Queen's Highway in Emerald Bay, Great Exuma is approximately 8 miles from Exuma International Airport, with transfer times typically 15 to 20 minutes. The resort provides direct access to Emerald Bay Beach.
The property has 78 villas in one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom configurations, with sizes ranging from 1,250 to 5,200 square feet. This villa format provides kitchen facilities, which can reduce dining costs on an island where restaurant options are more limited than in Nassau.
Guests have access to the nearby 18-hole Greg Norman-designed golf course. The beach club includes a pool, restaurant, and bar. Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma closed to guests on August 15, 2024, and is transitioning to Beaches Exuma as a family-friendly resort. The property was expected to reopen in late 2024, though travelers should verify current operating status directly with the Beaches Resorts website before making travel arrangements. Grand Isle remains the primary full-service resort option on Great Exuma.
View villas and beach access at Grand Isle Resort & Residences.
Eleuthera and Harbour Island: Quieter Alternatives
Eleuthera and Harbour Island require flights to either Governor's Harbour Airport or North Eleuthera Airport. These islands see fewer tourists than Nassau and Paradise Island, with smaller hotels and more beach access per visitor.
The Cove Eleuthera
The Cove Eleuthera in Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera is approximately 1.5 miles from Governor's Harbour Airport, with transfer times typically 5 to 7 minutes. This is one of the shortest airport-to-hotel transfers in the Bahamas.
The property has rooms and suites and provides access to beaches on both the Atlantic Ocean and Bahamas Bank sides of the island. The Cove Restaurant operates a farm-to-table program using an on-site organic garden. An infinity pool overlooks the water.
The resort has implemented sustainability initiatives including solar panel installation for partial power generation, energy-efficient LED lighting, reef-safe amenities, and a single-use plastic reduction program according to property information. Travelers interested in verified third-party environmental certifications should confirm current certification status directly with the property.
See sustainability details at The Cove Eleuthera.
Pink Sands Resort
Pink Sands Resort on Chapel Street, Harbour Island requires a water taxi from North Eleuthera Airport to Harbour Island. The water taxi crossing takes approximately 10 minutes. From North Eleuthera Airport to the dock is approximately 1 mile.
The resort has 25 cottages with direct access to the famous 3-mile pink sand beach that gives the property its name. Two pools and two tennis courts provide on-site recreation options. The cottage format offers more privacy than traditional hotel room configurations.
Harbour Island is known for golf cart transportation, with most visitors getting around by cart rather than car. The island measures approximately 3.5 miles long, making most destinations accessible without extensive travel. Check the Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board for current ferry schedules and transportation options.
Explore cottages at Pink Sands Resort.
Andros: Remote Eco-Focused Options
Andros is the largest island in the Bahamas but the least developed for tourism. Access typically involves a flight to Congo Town Airport followed by a boat transfer. Travelers seeking eco-focused accommodations and minimal development will find options here.
Tiamo Resort
Tiamo Resort in South Andros typically requires a flight to Congo Town Airport followed by a boat transfer of approximately 15 minutes. The resort is located in a remote area of South Andros, making it one of the most secluded properties in the Bahamas.
The property has 10 beachfront and over-water bungalows with thatched roofs. Rates include meals, drinks, and non-motorized water sports. Andros is known as one of the world's premier bonefishing destinations, and Tiamo provides direct access to these fishing grounds.
Tiamo Resort operates primarily on solar power according to property information and reports from the Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board. The resort uses rainwater collection and desalination systems, and maintains a conservation partnership with Bahamas National Trust for blue hole and reef protection programs. This represents one of the more comprehensively documented eco-friendly options in the Bahamas.
Learn more about Tiamo Resort.
Comparing Transfer Times and Logistics
Getting from the airport to your hotel varies dramatically depending on which island you choose, and those differences affect both your travel time and transportation costs.
If you want the shortest possible transfer after landing in Nassau, British Colonial Hilton is just 9 to 10 miles from the airport—a 15 to 20-minute ride. The Cove Eleuthera beats that with a 5 to 7-minute transfer from Governor's Harbour Airport, but you'll need to take a separate inter-island flight from Nassau first.
Atlantis and The Ocean Club give you the most convenience once you arrive. Both have extensive dining and activities on-site, so you can skip taxis and car rentals entirely during your stay. Exuma and Andros properties take more planning to reach, but they unlock experiences you can't get from Nassau—like swimming with the pigs at Big Major Cay or accessing world-class bonefishing grounds.
When it comes to verified eco-certifications, options are limited across the Bahamas. Tiamo Resort has the strongest documentation, with confirmed solar operations and conservation partnerships with Bahamas National Trust. Most other properties mention sustainability initiatives but lack independent third-party verification.
Why Book Through Dyme
At Dyme, we turn all travel into a force for good while helping you save money. We use our profits to invest in clean energy projects that provide communities with cheaper electricity, create jobs, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Properties like Tiamo Resort already operate primarily on solar power, and booking through Dyme extends that clean energy impact beyond your individual stay. Hotels closer to airports, like British Colonial Hilton Nassau at 9 to 10 miles from the terminal, reduce transfer emissions compared to more remote options.
Become a Dyme member to support cleaner, low-impact travel and unlock exclusive prices.
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Where to Find the Best Hotels in the Bahamas — Including Top Eco-Friendly Stays
Choosing a hotel in the Bahamas means choosing your entire trip experience. Nassau properties put you 15 minutes from the airport. Exuma requires a 30-minute inter-island flight plus ground transfer. Andros demands a flight and boat ride. With more than 700 islands spread across 100,000 square miles, your hotel location determines whether you spend your time on beaches or in transit.
This guide covers the most practical hotel options with specific airport distances, transfer times, and verified sustainability certifications where available. Whether you need extensive on-site activities or remote eco-focused accommodations, these properties keep transfer logistics manageable.
Nassau and Paradise Island: The Most Accessible Islands
Nassau and Paradise Island offer the shortest transfer times from Lynden Pindling International Airport and the widest range of hotel options. Most travelers find that staying in this area avoids the need for additional inter-island flights or lengthy boat transfers.
Atlantis Paradise Island
Atlantis Paradise Island at 1 Casino Drive, Paradise Island is approximately 13 to 15 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport, with typical taxi or rideshare travel times of 30 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. The resort connects to Nassau via two bridges: the Paradise Island Bridge and the Sidney Poitier Bridge.
The property has approximately 3,800 rooms and suites spread across five towers: Royal, Coral, Beach, Cove, and Reef. Each tower offers different price points and amenity levels, with the Cove and Reef towers positioned as the most premium options. The Aquaventure water park, marine habitat housing thousands of aquatic animals, and numerous dining venues make this property suitable for travelers who want extensive on-site activities without additional transportation logistics.
Business travelers should note the casino and proximity to Paradise Island's golf courses. The resort provides beach access and multiple swimming areas, which reduces the need to arrange off-property excursions.
Learn more about Atlantis Paradise Island.
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort at One Ocean Drive, Paradise Island is approximately 13 to 15 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport, with transfer times typically ranging from 30 to 40 minutes. The property is located approximately 3 miles east of Atlantis along Paradise Island Drive.
This 107-room resort covers 35 acres that include Versailles-inspired gardens and a 12th-century Augustinian cloister relocated from France. The adjacent 18-hole Tom Weiskopf-designed Ocean Club Golf Course provides on-site golf access without transportation requirements. Six tennis courts include four Har-Tru clay courts and two hard courts.
The property offers both an adult-only pool and a family pool, plus private beach access with a dedicated beach club. Room count is significantly lower than Atlantis, which typically means shorter wait times for dining reservations and beach service.
See amenities and location at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort.
British Colonial Hilton Nassau
British Colonial Hilton Nassau at 1 Bay Street in downtown Nassau is approximately 9 to 10 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport, making it one of the closest major hotel options to the airport among the properties covered here. Transfer time is approximately 15 to 20 minutes. The hotel is located directly on Bay Street, within steps of Nassau's primary shopping district.
The Nassau Cruise Port is approximately 0.3 miles away, roughly a 6 to 7-minute walk, which makes this property practical for travelers combining cruise and land-based itineraries. The hotel has 288 rooms, private beach access, an outdoor pool, and meeting space for business travelers.
Originally opened in January 1924, the property has undergone multiple renovations while maintaining its historic waterfront position. Business travelers benefit from the downtown location's proximity to government offices and financial district addresses. Check the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism for current visitor information and travel requirements.
Check location and rooms at British Colonial Hilton Nassau.
Exuma: Remote Beaches with Delightful Resorts
Exuma typically requires a separate flight from Nassau to Exuma International Airport, approximately 30 to 45 minutes depending on the carrier. Once on Great Exuma, hotel transfers are shorter than Nassau options, and the island offers access to the famous swimming pigs at Big Major Cay and the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
Grand Isle Resort & Residences
Grand Isle Resort & Residences on Queen's Highway in Emerald Bay, Great Exuma is approximately 8 miles from Exuma International Airport, with transfer times typically 15 to 20 minutes. The resort provides direct access to Emerald Bay Beach.
The property has 78 villas in one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom configurations, with sizes ranging from 1,250 to 5,200 square feet. This villa format provides kitchen facilities, which can reduce dining costs on an island where restaurant options are more limited than in Nassau.
Guests have access to the nearby 18-hole Greg Norman-designed golf course. The beach club includes a pool, restaurant, and bar. Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma closed to guests on August 15, 2024, and is transitioning to Beaches Exuma as a family-friendly resort. The property was expected to reopen in late 2024, though travelers should verify current operating status directly with the Beaches Resorts website before making travel arrangements. Grand Isle remains the primary full-service resort option on Great Exuma.
View villas and beach access at Grand Isle Resort & Residences.
Eleuthera and Harbour Island: Quieter Alternatives
Eleuthera and Harbour Island require flights to either Governor's Harbour Airport or North Eleuthera Airport. These islands see fewer tourists than Nassau and Paradise Island, with smaller hotels and more beach access per visitor.
The Cove Eleuthera
The Cove Eleuthera in Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera is approximately 1.5 miles from Governor's Harbour Airport, with transfer times typically 5 to 7 minutes. This is one of the shortest airport-to-hotel transfers in the Bahamas.
The property has rooms and suites and provides access to beaches on both the Atlantic Ocean and Bahamas Bank sides of the island. The Cove Restaurant operates a farm-to-table program using an on-site organic garden. An infinity pool overlooks the water.
The resort has implemented sustainability initiatives including solar panel installation for partial power generation, energy-efficient LED lighting, reef-safe amenities, and a single-use plastic reduction program according to property information. Travelers interested in verified third-party environmental certifications should confirm current certification status directly with the property.
See sustainability details at The Cove Eleuthera.
Pink Sands Resort
Pink Sands Resort on Chapel Street, Harbour Island requires a water taxi from North Eleuthera Airport to Harbour Island. The water taxi crossing takes approximately 10 minutes. From North Eleuthera Airport to the dock is approximately 1 mile.
The resort has 25 cottages with direct access to the famous 3-mile pink sand beach that gives the property its name. Two pools and two tennis courts provide on-site recreation options. The cottage format offers more privacy than traditional hotel room configurations.
Harbour Island is known for golf cart transportation, with most visitors getting around by cart rather than car. The island measures approximately 3.5 miles long, making most destinations accessible without extensive travel. Check the Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board for current ferry schedules and transportation options.
Explore cottages at Pink Sands Resort.
Andros: Remote Eco-Focused Options
Andros is the largest island in the Bahamas but the least developed for tourism. Access typically involves a flight to Congo Town Airport followed by a boat transfer. Travelers seeking eco-focused accommodations and minimal development will find options here.
Tiamo Resort
Tiamo Resort in South Andros typically requires a flight to Congo Town Airport followed by a boat transfer of approximately 15 minutes. The resort is located in a remote area of South Andros, making it one of the most secluded properties in the Bahamas.
The property has 10 beachfront and over-water bungalows with thatched roofs. Rates include meals, drinks, and non-motorized water sports. Andros is known as one of the world's premier bonefishing destinations, and Tiamo provides direct access to these fishing grounds.
Tiamo Resort operates primarily on solar power according to property information and reports from the Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board. The resort uses rainwater collection and desalination systems, and maintains a conservation partnership with Bahamas National Trust for blue hole and reef protection programs. This represents one of the more comprehensively documented eco-friendly options in the Bahamas.
Learn more about Tiamo Resort.
Comparing Transfer Times and Logistics
Getting from the airport to your hotel varies dramatically depending on which island you choose, and those differences affect both your travel time and transportation costs.
If you want the shortest possible transfer after landing in Nassau, British Colonial Hilton is just 9 to 10 miles from the airport—a 15 to 20-minute ride. The Cove Eleuthera beats that with a 5 to 7-minute transfer from Governor's Harbour Airport, but you'll need to take a separate inter-island flight from Nassau first.
Atlantis and The Ocean Club give you the most convenience once you arrive. Both have extensive dining and activities on-site, so you can skip taxis and car rentals entirely during your stay. Exuma and Andros properties take more planning to reach, but they unlock experiences you can't get from Nassau—like swimming with the pigs at Big Major Cay or accessing world-class bonefishing grounds.
When it comes to verified eco-certifications, options are limited across the Bahamas. Tiamo Resort has the strongest documentation, with confirmed solar operations and conservation partnerships with Bahamas National Trust. Most other properties mention sustainability initiatives but lack independent third-party verification.
Why Book Through Dyme
At Dyme, we turn all travel into a force for good while helping you save money. We use our profits to invest in clean energy projects that provide communities with cheaper electricity, create jobs, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Properties like Tiamo Resort already operate primarily on solar power, and booking through Dyme extends that clean energy impact beyond your individual stay. Hotels closer to airports, like British Colonial Hilton Nassau at 9 to 10 miles from the terminal, reduce transfer emissions compared to more remote options.
Become a Dyme member to support cleaner, low-impact travel and unlock exclusive prices.
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