Established by British noblemen in 1670, Nassau continues to welcome thousands of visitors daily. It is the capital of the Bahamas. Tourists are in for an adventure of a lifetime in this city. Take a tour of some fascinating historical landmarks and museums such as Queen’s Staircase and Pompey Museum. Head to the beach for sunbathing, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Exploring marine life will be a memorable experience here. In the evening, dance the night away and try a wide variety of beers and cocktails at lively bars and clubs. Join some world-famous regional festivals such as Junkanoo. Junkanoo is a summer festival that attracts huge crowds. The city is also known for its great hospitality, which will make you fall in love with it even more. Last but not the least, it is home to charming neighborhoods you will have a wonderful time discovering. Keep reading to find out more about where to stay in Nassau, the Bahamas.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 21, 2025.
1. Old Fort Bay (from USD 2695)
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You will enjoy your stay in this lovely gated community, which is a short drive away from Lynden Pindling International Airport. The quiet and family-friendly neighborhood is easily accessible by using public transport. It is also endowed with a wide range of exceptional Bahamian homes. As it’s also on the waterfront, you will get to enjoy a cool breeze day and night. Besides that, you can get to popular attractions easily without having to rent a car. Stop by Solomon’s Fresh Market for some fresh produce such as vegetables. Moreover, the community is near the beach and eateries, which add to its charm.
Top guest reviews
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very friendly house staff and managerthe old fort bay club and its exceptional staff and security made us feel even more at homethe owner (jill) and on-site manager (cody) were incredibly hospitable and ensured we had an excellent stayCleanliness:
stayed 9 days with family of 5 and grandparent in this charming well maintained and clean homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
facilities in the community were excellent with tennis gym etc
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karla the housekeeper was an attentive and thoughtful hostthe host provided excellent communication from start to finishLocation:
the location was perfectCleanliness:
the house was clean and spacious and we were all amazed at how well organised everything wasplace was very clean and was very nice to each have our own full bathroom- rooms were spaciousRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
during down time it's nice that there was reliable wifi and netflix
2. Olde Towne Sandyport
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Olde Towne Sandyport is a commercial hub in Nassau. It offers a modern residential and recreational area for visitors. Compared with other neighborhoods, it’s quieter. There’s plenty to do in the area. If you’re a foodie or someone looking to try some local delicacies, you will love checking out some great eateries. Pizza and seafood restaurants are common here. Lively entertainment joints and the beach are also accessible.
Sandyport Beach Resort
11.01 km (6.9 mi) from Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas
Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas
10.85 km (6.8 mi) from Atlantis Paradise Island BahamasTop guest reviews
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lastly the on-site host is amazing and immensely helpful in providing recommendations or guidancethe on-site host is exceptional and helped make our visit enjoyablevery clean and the property manager was very attentive and availableRead more reviewsLocation:
great location & lots of bathrooms (all large)in a nutshell nice place nice location and highly recommendedthis place is in a great location close to fantastic beaches grocery stores and great restaurantsthe nearby lagoon and beach are beautiful and it was nice to be so conveniently closegreat location and plenty of space for a family or a larger group to stay
3. Downtown Nassau (from USD 155)
Staying in downtown Nassau has its perks. Apart from being endowed with beach resorts that offer outstanding hospitality, the vibrant area has attractions, such as Fort Charlotte and Pompey Square, that are worth exploring. It’s also a picturesque area so have your camera ready. There is a wide range of restaurants where you can relish tasty local wines and delicacies. To develop some culinary skills, you can enroll in a cooking class in the neighborhood’s institutions as well. As the area is also a famous shopping destination, visit markets, such as Nassau Straw Market, for lovely handmade souvenirs.
British Colonial Hilton Nassau
2.57 km (1.6 mi) from Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nassau by IHG
1.83 km (1.2 mi) from Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas
Top guest reviews
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great hosts that are very responsivecontact with hosts is greatgreat host and great accommodationsa very special thank you to our host angelathe host was very friendly and answered immediatelyLocation:
great location down towngreat location downtown walking distance to everything you needconvenient location to downtown and paradise islandstores starbucks and restaurants are within walking distance which is nicewe absolutely loved the location to downtownCleanliness:
super clean and nicely designedvery clean and nicely accessorized lofta basket of clean beach towels hand towels and bath towels all made available for your usethe space was very modern and cleanit is clean well-kept and recently renovatedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is a big tv with netflix installed;which is very nice touchthe apartment is very beautiful and spacious and has excellent furnishingsthe amenities are like new and the apartment is stylishly and tastefully decoratedlol they give you access to netflix from the tvthe loft had everything i needed and had a very comfortable homelike feel imo
4. Chippingham (from USD 85)
You’ll find a good number of tourists staying in Chippingham. What’s interesting about this neighborhood is that it has plenty in store for visitors. It has great restaurants that serve delicious cuisines and drinks. These restaurants also offer excellent customer service. Other than eateries, there are some popular attractions in the area. One such attraction is Ardastra Gardens & Wildlife Conservation Centre. Tour the zoo to see many kinds of animals, such as flamingos, peafowls, swans, African servals, and Bahamian hutias.
The Beach and The Birds
4.74 km (3.0 mi) from Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas
Top guest reviews
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wonderful hosts - thoughtful and knowledgeablethe host is very responsivethe host are very helpfulhost are super helpful and responsivetina is a nice host she checked in on us made sure we were doing okLocation:
great location within walking distance of fish frythe location is also great it’s close to the beach and close to downtownlocation was great as wellgreat location will definitely stay againgood location close to the fish fryCleanliness:
very clean quiet neighborhoodvery clean and nice loved it will come againit was also very cleanhouse was very clean and there were towels found in the dryerthe space was clean and had everything we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the ac and the tvs in every main room were greatgreat location large comfortable space with all amenities you need
Nassau, New Providence, BS
5.0 km (3.2 mi) from Atlantis Paradise Island BahamasTop guest reviews
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the property owners were very helpful with any questions we hadthe owners were very responsive before and during our stay-extremely helpfulshe was very accommodating and even had our snorkeling gear ready for us at the housemichelle was an excellent hostmichelle and hermann are truly fantastic hostsLocation:
walking distance to shopping grocery and delicious restaurantsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
view from the pool area is outstandingbeautiful view of the ocean and large sunning or shaded areas on the pool deckhaving our own pool was a perfect touch for after dinner swims and somewhere to hangout all nightthe rooms were beautiful comfortable and extremely spacious
5. Lyford Cay (from USD 400)
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This high-end neighborhood is beautiful. It has a laid-back feel. It’s a private gated community so you will get to have some peace and quiet while staying in this area. It has been in existence for over half a century now. It is also home to some celebrities. Among its many amenities are a world-class golf course and a tennis court. There are also docks in the area so if you’re interested in exploring Nassau’s marine life, then you will want to visit the neighborhood.
Top guest reviews
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the hosts are so lovelyour hosts jim and mary were amazingthe hosts jim and mary are lovely welcoming peoplethe hosts are gracious and helpfulthe owners were lovely we thoroughly enjoyed our time thereLocation:
a perfect place to decompressif you’re looking for a calm relaxing get away this place is perfectiongreat location - quiet peaceful and safe will be backa beautiful location fantastic hospitalitymy relatives were delighted to wake up every morning in such a beautiful and serene placeCleanliness:
everything is clean beautiful and welcomingwe loved this little guest house it was spacious beautifully decorated clean and had everything we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there was a nice pool amid beautiful landscaping with flowers and gardensthe king bed is comfortable and the mini kitchen has everything you could need for a short staythe grounds are an oasis and most relaxing but the pool just outside the door was perfectthe pool area and terrace are sublime and one can spend hours just enjoying the peace and tranquility
Nassau, New Providence, BS
Great stays and fun moments in Nassau
Every traveler looks forward to staying in a community that feels like home. It’s for this reason that we’ve selected the best neighborhoods in Nassau. Stay in any of these neighborhoods and enjoy a mix of comfortable accommodations and outdoor opportunities.
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