Located just a quick one-hour non-stop flight from Miami, The Bahamas features 100,000 square miles of some of the world’s clearest water. Made up of 16 major islands (in total 3,000 islands, cays and islets in the Atlantic Ocean), the Caribbean destination boasts breathtaking beaches, year-round sunshine and tons of activities.
Whether you are looking for a postcard-perfect white sands and crystal-clear water vacation or to delight in Bahamian cuisine, a blend of flavors influenced by African, Caribbean and European traditions, the Bahamas has it all.
From luxury resorts to all-inclusive offers, boutique hotels and everything in between, here are some of the best resorts to kick back and bask in the sunshine in The Bahamas this summer.
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas
Made up of 107 rooms and suites, plus large villas with their own lap pools and balconies, the resort presents an ideal Bahamian experience. Set along a five-mile stretch of natural, white-sand beach on Paradise Island, the resort is surrounded by 35 acres of Versailles-inspired lawns and gardens. Whether you are relaxing in one of their Balinese-style spa villas to playing golf at Ocean Club Golf Course, dining at DUNE by Jean-Georges overlooking the turquoise waters is not to be missed.
Kamalame Cay
The luxury all-inclusive island resort is set on a lush 97-acre property near the Andros Great Barrier Reef. Reached via seaplane or helicopter from Nassau and then a taxi and ferry to the island, Kamalame Cay presents a great blend of laid back chic and luxury. Made up of 22 accommodations including Balinese-style beach houses, the resort features the Bahamas’ only overwater spa. The secluded resort presents an unplugged experience that turns the focus to the beauty of the natural environment and three meal plans to enhance your stay.
The Cove Eleuthera
Situated on an island just one mile wide and 110 miles long, The Cove Eleuthera is situated between two white sand coves. Whether staying amongst the Kamalame trees to oceanfront accommodations in one of their 29 villas, suites and bungalows, guests are presented with a wealth of outdoor adventure. Its secluded location and two private white-sand beaches make it seem like you are a world away and they also offer an abundance of island exploration experiences and water activities.
Rosewood Baha Mar
On the white sands of Nassau’s Cable Beach Rosewood Baha Mar boasts 224 accommodation types including villas with decks and private pools. Just a short six-mile drive from Lynden Pindling International Airport, the luxury resort offers five culinary offerings, a Jack Nicklaus designed golf course, a surf simulator, a 500,000-gallon wave pool, a children’s island and more. Guests will be able to enjoy private beach access and indulge at Sense®, A Rosewood Spa, which features the curative properties of the Bahamian Bush.