Bahamas — Neighborhood Guide
The Exumas chain of cays is nature perfection — swimming pigs, swimming nurse sharks, sandbars that vanish at high tide, and some of the world's clearest water.
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The Exumas chain of cays is nature perfection — swimming pigs, swimming nurse sharks, sandbars that vanish at high tide, and some of the world's clearest water.
5 hotels reviewed · Price range: $$$, $$$$ · Last updated March 2026
About This Guide
Staying in Exuma puts you at the heart of what makes Bahamas special. The neighborhood offers a unique blend of local character and visitor-friendly amenities. Our hotel picks range from intimate boutiques to polished luxury properties, each chosen for its ability to connect you with the authentic Exuma experience.
Insider Tips
The best dining in Exuma is usually one street back from the main tourist thoroughfare.
Ask your hotel concierge for their personal favourite spots in Exuma — they often know hidden gems.
Walking is the best way to experience Exuma — most attractions are within a 15-minute stroll.
Our Picks
5 hotels · Updated February 2026
On the Great Exuma mainland, Grand Isle is the most polished resort base for exploring the Exumas chain — a collection of private villas and suites set on a hillside above a spectacular infinity pool and private beach. The resort arranges everything from swimming-pig boat tours to diving Thunderball Grotto with seamless competence. The Palapa Bar sunsets here are of the world-class variety.
Exuma
A 96-acre private island with just 20 villas and suites, Kamalame Cay in the Andros Bight is among the Bahamas's most exclusive escapes. The bonefishing, diving, and kayaking here are genuinely world-class, and the resort's commitment to privacy is absolute. A favourite of those in the know who find Harbour Island too social.
Harbour Island
Pink Sands is the original Harbour Island boutique — a series of tropical cottages set in three acres of garden directly above the three-mile pink sand beach. The property's design mixes Bahamian vernacular with the kind of colour-saturated Caribbean eclecticism that feels effortless here. Sunrise breakfasts on the private beach terrace are among the Caribbean's most quietly magnificent experiences.
Paradise Island
Built on the former Huntington Hartford estate, the Ocean Club is among the Caribbean's most storied properties — 35 acres of Versailles-inspired gardens cascading to a private stretch of beach on Paradise Island. The 107 rooms and suites are elegantly understated in a way that feels almost deliberate against the Atlantis spectacle next door. Dining at Dune by Jean-Georges is exceptional by any global standard.
Paradise Island
The Cove is Atlantis's premium adults-only tower — a more sophisticated enclave within the iconic mega-resort complex that gives guests access to the full Atlantis experience (Aquaventure waterpark, casino, 20+ restaurants) while retreating to a quieter pool, upgraded rooms, and dedicated beach section. The best of both worlds for Atlantis seekers who want a touch more serenity.
Common Questions
A must-visit for nature lovers, snorkellers, and those seeking completely off-the-beaten-path Bahamas.
Swimming pigs at Pig Beach, Thunderball Grotto diving, Staniel Cay, and pristine out-island wilderness.
The most convenient option is a rideshare (Uber/Lyft), typically 30-50 minutes depending on traffic. Public transport is also available and often more economical.
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Prices and availability change daily. Lock in the best rate by booking early — most of our top picks offer free cancellation.
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