Atlantis Paradise Island: Best Caribbean Resort

Let me break down everything you need to know before you go, including why I think that Atlantis Paradise Island is the best Caribbean resort.

The ocean-themed resort includes FIVE accommodations (and FOURTEEN pools): The Royal at Atlantis, The Coral at Atlantis, ocean view suites at The Cove Atlantis, residential-style accommodations at luxurious The Reef Atlantis and the casual Harborside Resort at Atlantis

This year is the 25th anniversary of Atlantis Paradise Island. Click here to learn the history of Atlantis, including Prince William & Kate’s stay here in 2022!

Aquaventure, a 141-acre waterscape complete with water slides, river rides, shark lagoon, aquarium, five miles of beaches, eleven pools including The Cove Pool (a 9,000 sq ft. adult-only swimming section with cabanas and a café), outdoor gaming, and the world’s largest open-air marine habitat with 50,000 marine animals with 200+ species and 14 lagoons. All of this is FREE for guests.
Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Cay or play with sea lions
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Snorkeling
Mandara Spa (30,000 square foot award-winning facilit;y)
Atlantis Kids Adventure
CRUSH, a teen nightclub
Jokers Comedy & Night Club (features live entertainment nightly)
Atlantis Theater (a 400-seat movie theater)
Atlantis Marina (and free dinghy docks)
basketball courts
tennis courts
fitness center
gaming arcade
18-hole championship golf course
Atlantis Casino
40 restaurants, bars and lounges
dozens of shops and boutiques
optional tours, charters, and excursions (including exploring nearby islands (including Nassau), scuba diving, sightseeing tours, rum tastings, and the world famous swimming pigs.

FYI: American citizens need a U.S. passport to travel to the Caribbean. AAA members may use their new service, RUSH YOUR PASSPORT, which includes expedited passports and visas.

NOTE: You can use Marriott Points to pay for your stay, but resort fees will still apply. Make sure you are aware of what is included with your package and what is not so you aren’t shocked at check-out. Bathing suit cover ups and shoes (flip flops are okay) are required in the lobby, restaurants, and most public areas.

When is the best time to go? Spring Break (yes!) Summer Vacation (yes!) Winter getaway (yes!) Atlantis Paradise Island is the best of the Bahamas and the perfect paradise year round! Paradise Island is renowned for its powder soft beaches and crystal clear, turquoise waters. Go see and enjoy for yourself! You may see some famous folks while you’re there. Many celebrities own homes on Paradise Island, including Oprah and Mariah Carey.