The 3 Best Luxury Hotels on Paradise Island
A beach apartment with a kitchen, a suite by an adults-only pool or a room in the pink tower next to the water park: finding the right luxury hotel on Paradise Island starts with a personal conversation with us. Every suitespot booking comes with free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability, hotel credit and VIP service – benefits worth over €500.
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The best-known hotels on Paradise Island
To help you quickly pick the right one among the best hotels on Paradise Island, here are the best-known addresses with location, suitespot score and price per night. Our tip: families stay at The Reef Bahamas with a kitchen and the beach, couples at The Cove at Atlantis, and Aquaventure fans book The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas.
| Hotel | Location | suitespot score | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas | Paradise Island | ★ 4.1/5 | 470 € |
| The Reef Bahamas | Paradise Island | ★ 4.2/5 | 402 € |
| The Cove at Atlantis | Paradise Island | ★ 4.3/5 | 510 € |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels on Paradise Island
The Reef Bahamas · Paradise IslandFamilies who need space book The Reef Bahamas: studios and suites with kitchens, right on Paradise Beach. Couples are drawn to The Cove at Atlantis, where every unit is a suite with an ocean view and balcony and one pool belongs to adults. If you want the water park and the aquarium on your doorstep, stay at The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas, the pink twin towers at the heart of the resort.At no extra cost: booking through suitespot costs the same as booking direct with the hotel – the benefits come on top, free of charge.
Renovated and well connected: what the luxury hotels on Paradise Island offer you today
Freshly renovated landmark: For its 25th anniversary in 2023, the rooms and suites in both wings of The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas received an all-new design. High above the ground, the Bridge Suite links the twin towers, with ten rooms and a grand piano in the living room. Selected categories open the Imperial Club lounge to you.
The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas · Paradise IslandSuites only: The Cove at Atlantis opened in 2007 with 600 suites, all with a balcony and an ocean view. The Lapis at The Cove club lounge serves a gourmet breakfast, afternoon hors d'oeuvres and evening cocktails; access is for guests aged 12 and over in the Lapis, Azure and Sapphire categories. A butler looks after the top suites, and Forbes Travel Guide lists the tower as Recommended.
Living like at home: The Reef Bahamas followed in 2007 as well, a tower of studios, one- and two-bedroom suites and penthouses with floor-to-ceiling windows and large terraces. Every unit has a kitchenette or a fully equipped kitchen.
What the three luxury hotels share: Aquaventure, the Mandara Spa, the golf course and a kids' club for children from 3 to 12 are open to you from any of the three towers.
These luxury hotels on Paradise Island have a pool – and Aquaventure next door
Slides and river rides: From The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas you walk straight over to Aquaventure, to the Mayan Temple slides and the river rides. The Royal Baths pool area also lies against the backdrop of the pink towers. In all, eleven pools are spread across Atlantis.
The Cove at Atlantis · Paradise IslandAdults only: At The Cove at Atlantis, the Cove Pool belongs to grown-ups, with private cabanas and daybeds. If you would rather feel sand under your feet, walk from the peninsula to either of the two beaches on each side.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
Beach instead of pool: The Reef Bahamas sits directly on Paradise Beach. Aquaventure and Dolphin Cay are a few minutes away on foot or by shuttle.
Our tip: a cabana at the Cove Pool
The private cabanas at the adults-only pool of The Cove at Atlantis are in demand. Tell us which days you would like one and we will reserve it together with your suite.
Spa & wellness on Paradise Island: thermal circuit, medi-spa and kids' club
Mandara Spa Atlantis: The resort spa has been redesigned with an ocean theme. You will find relaxation lounges, a thermal circuit with steam room, sauna and cold plunge, a beauty salon, a barber and a medi-spa with aesthetic treatments and IV therapies. Guests of The Cove at Atlantis, The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas and The Reef Bahamas book their treatments here, since the spa belongs to the resort and is open to all three luxury hotels.
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
While the parents relax: Children aged 3 to 12 spend the day at the Atlantis kids' club. Each of the three towers has a fitness room, and golfers find a course on the island. For your 5-star hotel on Paradise Island, that means spa, sport and childcare all within one resort.
Dining at the luxury hotels on Paradise Island: Nobu, José Andrés and Michael White
Two star chefs in one tower: At The Cove at Atlantis, Fish by José Andrés serves seafood with Bahamian and Caribbean flavors. Right next door, Paranza by Michael White pairs coastal Italian cooking with fish from the Bahamas. Guests of The Reef Bahamas are only a few steps from both restaurants.
Japan meets Peru: In the Atlantis Casino, just a few steps from The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas, Nobu serves Nobu Matsuhisa's Japanese cuisine with Latin American influences.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
Inside the tower: Plato's at The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas is named after the philosopher who first described Atlantis. It serves quick bites at breakfast and in the evening, with sports on big screens and live entertainment every night. For cocktails and live music, head to Bar Sol at the edge of the casino.
Cooking for yourself: At The Reef Bahamas, every unit has a kitchen or kitchenette, which is handy for families with small children.
Our tip: book a table at Fish early
If you are not staying at The Cove at Atlantis or The Reef Bahamas, you need a reservation for Fish by José Andrés. Give us your preferred evening and we will take care of it.
Where to stay on Paradise Island: west end or resort center – which location suits your 5-star hotel
Paradise Island is small, yet Atlantis covers a good part of it. Water park, casino and beach are a few minutes' walk apart, and the location of your tower decides what you reach first. Booking a 5-star hotel on Paradise Island therefore means choosing between the quiet west end and the lively center.
West end, quieter: Two of the three luxury hotels on Paradise Island are here. The Cove at Atlantis stands on a peninsula between two beaches, close to the Mandara Spa and the casino. Next door, right on Paradise Beach, is The Reef Bahamas. For couples, and for families who want beach and space.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
Center, in the thick of it: The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas forms the heart of Atlantis, a few steps from Aquaventure, The Dig aquarium and the casino. Ideal for kids who want to hit the slides first thing every morning.
Trip to Nassau: The old town with Bay Street and the Straw Market lies across the harbor. A taxi over the bridge gets you there quickly.
Our tip: the sculpture at dawn
On the peninsula of The Cove at Atlantis stands the Seven Dancing Women sculpture. Early in the morning, while the beaches are still empty, the walk out to it is especially lovely.
What your 5-star hotel on Paradise Island costs per night – and the extras that come with it
The lowest entry point is The Reef Bahamas from 401 €. The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas costs from 470 €, The Cove at Atlantis from 509 €. The hotel list further down shows the price for your exact travel days and every available category.
| Luxury hotel | From | suitespot benefits from | suitespot score |
|---|---|---|---|
| West end of Atlantis, Paradise Beach | |||
| The Cove at Atlantis | 509 € | 1st night | ★ 4.3/5 |
| The Reef Bahamas | 401 € | 1st night | ★ 4.2/5 |
| Center of Atlantis, Royal Towers | |||
| The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas | 470 € | 2 nights | ★ 4.1/5 |
Mornings included: In all three towers, two people have breakfast at no extra charge. At The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas it is a full American breakfast worth 100 US dollars a day, in any restaurant or as room service, gratuities included.
Food and beverage credit: Each tower adds 100 US dollars. Another 100 US dollars applies for stays of at least two nights: at The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas for suites and villas, at The Reef Bahamas from the Topaz Suite upward, at The Cove at Atlantis for the Azure, Sapphire, Presidential and Penthouse Suites. At The Reef Bahamas and The Cove at Atlantis this extra cannot be combined with promotional rates.
Upgrade and times: Subject to availability, The Cove at Atlantis upgrades you from an Ocean Suite to a Deluxe Ocean Suite, and The Reef Bahamas up to a Studio Ocean. At The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas a Deluxe Ocean King is possible. Early check-in and late check-out are available everywhere, subject to availability. At The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas the benefits apply from two nights.
No membership number needed: None of the three towers ties the suitespot benefits to a loyalty program; you get breakfast, credit and upgrade without a card. December to April is dry and sunny, while summer brings warm water and short showers. For the Christmas holidays, reserve your 5-star hotel on Paradise Island well ahead.
The hotels on Paradise Island at a glance
What sets the hotels on Paradise Island apart – from their opening year to the spa:
| Hotel | Opened | Spa | Club lounge | Kids club |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas | 1998 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| The Reef Bahamas | 2007 | ✓ | ✓ | |
| The Cove at Atlantis | 2007 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels on Paradise Island
What does a night in a luxury hotel on Paradise Island cost?
The Reef Bahamas starts at 401 €, The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas at 470 € and The Cove at Atlantis at 509 €. Breakfast for two and 100 US dollars of credit come with each booking through suitespot.
Which are the best hotels on Paradise Island?
That depends on your trip. For couples we recommend The Cove at Atlantis with its suites and adults-only pool, for families who want a kitchen The Reef Bahamas, and for water park fans The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas.
Which luxury hotel on Paradise Island has only suites?
The Cove at Atlantis: all 600 units are suites with a balcony and an ocean view. The Reef Bahamas also offers studios and suites, there with a kitchen.
Which hotel on Paradise Island suits families?
The Reef Bahamas, with a kitchen in every unit and direct access to Paradise Beach. The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas is closest to Aquaventure. All towers share the club for 3- to 12-year-olds.
Is there an adults-only pool on Paradise Island?
Yes, the Cove Pool at The Cove at Atlantis, with private cabanas and daybeds.
Can I earn points on Paradise Island?
The suitespot benefits at The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas, The Reef Bahamas and The Cove at Atlantis are not tied to any loyalty program. Whether a program credits your stay as well, our travel advisors check with the hotel before booking.
What is the Bridge Suite?
The suite links the two towers of The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas high above the ground. It has ten rooms and a grand piano in the living room.
Can hotel guests use Aquaventure?
Yes. From The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas you walk straight into the water park, and at The Reef Bahamas access is covered by the resort fee.
How far is Nassau from Paradise Island?
Just across the harbor: a taxi over the bridge takes you to Nassau's old town in no time. Bay Street and the Straw Market make an easy morning outing.
Is there a minimum stay on Paradise Island?
The Royal at Atlantis Bahamas asks for at least two nights before the suitespot benefits apply. At The Reef Bahamas and The Cove at Atlantis they start with the first night, though the extra suite credit needs two.
Which season suits a 5-star hotel on Paradise Island?
Any time. Winter is dry and sunny, and in summer the sea is at its warmest. For Christmas and New Year, book early.
