The capital of the Bahamas, Nassau invites travelers to explore history and culture within easy reach of white-sand beaches and blue-green seas. Located on New Providence Island, the city has great options for where to stay, ranging from hotels surrounded by neighborhood restaurants to luxury resorts for pure indulgence. Along with boat trips, fun days at the beach, watersports, and wildlife encounters, Nassau offers iconic attractions and fascinating museums to explore. Between exciting adventures both on and off land, you can look forward to trying delicious local seafood dishes and shopping for goods including authentic handicrafts and designer fashion.
Where to stay
in Nassau
Where to Stay for Beaches
A great choice for those looking for impressive resorts in Nassau, Cable Beach offers a postcard-perfect setting for a vacation, with restaurants and shops to visit between swims. Located close to the cruise ship port, hotels near Junkanoo Beach are within walking distance of the popular Straw Market and beach shacks serving local cuisine. For excellent snorkeling conditions, find a room near Love Beach, which, as the name suggests, is also great for romantic escapes. Just a short ferry ride from Nassau, Paradise Island offers beachfront resorts and some of the world's most beautiful stretches of sand, including Paradise Beach and Cabbage Beach.
Paradise Island
Visitors to Paradise Island rave about its stunning beaches, island views, and exciting waterparks. You might also want to make some time to see Atlantis Casino or Aquaventure while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Recommended hotels in Paradise Island
Great Neighborhoods for Culture and History
Book a hotel in Downtown Nassau to stroll around charming old colonial buildings and visit tourist attractions on foot. Stay near Rawson Square and nearby Parliament Square, with statues of important figures and not far from Parliament House. One of the most popular downtown museums is the Pirates of Nassau Museum, showcasing interactive exhibits and a replica 18th-century pirate ship. Find a room near the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas to explore both permanent and revolving exhibits in what was once the Villa Doyle. Built in the 1860s, the private residence was later restored to become the first art institution of its kind in the Bahamas.
Downtown Nassau
Downtown Nassau is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Pirates of Nassau Museum and Straw Market while you're in town.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Nassau
Best Places to Stay for Family Activities
For families seeking thrills and outdoor adventures, Nassau certainly delivers. Consider a hotel on Paradise Island for plenty of time to enjoy Atlantis, Paradise Island. Aquaventure is a water park featuring a river ride with thrilling rapids, multiple swimming areas, high-speed water slides, and water-play forts for the kids. Stay near Dolphin Cay, one of the world's largest open-air marine mammal habitats, where guests can swim with dolphins and sea lions. Find accommodations near Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center to get close to over 135 animals, with a petting zoo, a flamingo area, and colorful gardens to explore.
Paradise Island
Visitors to Paradise Island rave about its stunning beaches, island views, and exciting waterparks. You might also want to make some time to see Atlantis Casino or Aquaventure while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Recommended hotels in Paradise Island
Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center
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