Atlantis Paradise Island

Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas is a world-renowned ocean-themed resort that blends luxury, adventure, and natural beauty. Spanning multiple towers and offering everything from lavish suites to family-friendly accommodations, Atlantis is best known for its sprawling water park, Aquaventure, which features high-speed slides, river rapids, and lagoons. The resort is home to one of the world’s largest open-air marine habitats, with over 50,000 marine animals, as well as pristine beaches, fine dining restaurants, a casino, and upscale shopping. Whether visitors are seeking relaxation by turquoise waters, thrilling aquatic adventures, or vibrant nightlife, Atlantis Paradise Island delivers an unforgettable Caribbean escape.

For accommodations, Atlantis offers a range of options, from the family-friendly Coral and Royal Towers to the ultra-luxurious Cove and Reef Towers, catering to different styles of travel. 

The Cove: Offering an ultra-luxury, all-suite tower perched above two private beaches. Suited for couples or families desiring elegance and tranquility, every suite is ocean-facing and designed with contemporary flair. Suite types range from Ocean Suites with elegant living areas, to Deluxe Ocean Suites, Indigo, Sapphire, and Azure Suites with the latter reserved exclusively for Club-level guests and boasting stunning vistas, plush amenities, and access to elevated floors. At the pinnacle are the Penthouse Suites and Presidential Suites, offering expansive layouts, soaring ceilings, gourmet kitchens, and stylish designer touches that create a near-floating perspective over Atlantis Paradise Island. Guests also enjoy a serene adults-only ultra-pool, beach cabanas, and private poolside service.

The Royal: The most iconic section of Atlantis Paradise Island, The Royal is situated at the heart of the resort and welcomes you through the stunning Great Hall of Waters, with a dramatic aquarium as its centerpiece. Guest rooms cater to couples or families, offering options like King or Double Queen rooms with balcony views. For something more extravagant, the Royal includes an array of suites from Regal and Grand to Presidential and the legendary Bridge Suite spanning across the iconic towers and providing breathtaking views over the Caribbean, Marina, or tropical landscape. Its prime location places you steps away from Aquaventure waterpark, the casino, beaches, numerous dining choices, golf, spa, and family entertainment.

The Reef Residence: For a residential, home-away-from-home experience, The Reef offers spacious suites and studios with fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryers, and lounges that blend casual comfort with Caribbean charm. It’s ideal for families or longer stays, giving flexibility and convenience paired with private beach access and a zero-entry private pool. Guests can choose from multiple suite layouts: Terrace, Harbour, Ocean, and Topaz options ranging from one-bedroom to larger family-sized two-bedroom. Studios are also available with various views and full amenities, blending flexibility with resort access.

The Coral: Caters to families seeking comfort, value, and convenience. Accommodation options include nice guest rooms such as Double Queen and King rooms with terrace or water views and full balconies, and a selection of luxurious suites like Regal, Presidential, Governor, and Penthouse Suites with full balconies and views over water or harbour. The Coral also features its own poolscape with family-friendly amenities like a swim-up bar, cabanas, CRUSH teen hangout, and nearby duty-free shopping and dining. 

Harborside Resort: If you’re after a quieter, villa-style retreat, Harborside Resort offers spacious, water-side villas across the marina. These are styled like luxury residences, complete with full kitchens, laundry facilities, balconies, and ample living areas making them perfect for groups or families wishing for a more independent yet luxurious stay.

There are over 30 restaurants and cafes at Atlantis Paradise Island:

• Nobu: High-end Japanese-Peruvian fusion by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa with sushi, inventive dishes, and refined ambience. 
• Fish by José Andrés: An elegant seafood restaurant at The Cove offering creative Bahamian-inspired dishes. Favorites include fresh breads for breakfast and adventurous offerings like fried lionfish, part of proceeds supporting marine conservation Paranza (by Chef Michael White).
• Café Martinique: A glamorous French-gourmet experience with Parisian flair with mahogany staircases, dramatic birdcage accents, and refined cuisine blending seasonal and Bahamian ingredients.
• Casa D’Angelo: Tuscany meets the Caribbean with classic Tuscan dishes enhanced with local Bahamian touches and complemented by a thoughtfully curated wine list.
• Olives (by Todd English): Mediterranean menu in a warm, open-kitchen setting. 
• Silan (by Alon Shaya): Blends Israeli-inspired Mediterranean plates with Bahamian flavour, all served with Caribbean flair.
• Chop Stix: Asian fusion mixing Chinese and Pacific Rim influences from dim sum to wok-seared grouper in a contemporary Coral-tower setting.
• Murray’s Deli: A New York–style deli with 1950s decor by the marina serving brisket, sandwiches, doughnuts, and “New York meets Bahamas” classics.
• Seafire Steakhouse: Features high-quality cuts, seafood, decadent sides, and an impressive dessert menu under chandeliers and brick walls.
• Bimini Road: Lively Caribbean spot in Marina Village channeling Bahamian culinary tradition. Offers conch fritters, grilled fish, peas and rice, plus live music and waterfront atmosphere.
• Poseidon’s Table: A buffet with wide-ranging options from sushi and tandoori to meat-carving and Mexican-style stations. Great for breakfast, dinner, or a hearty Sunday brunch.
• PITA: Mediterranean beachside eatery offering shawarma, fresh-baked pita, dips like baba ganoush and tabbouleh making it the perfect relaxed spot for light lunches and snacks.
• Frezca: Beachside counterpart to PITA at The Cove. Serves pressed juices, avocado toast, chia bowls, sushi, seafood towers, poke, and tropical cocktails.
• Sun & Ice: A gelato and sorbet boutique by Bahamian Chef, Wayne Moncur, serving unique island-inspired flavors like Soursop or Pineapple & Thyme.
• Lagoon Bar & Grill: Open-air terrace under an aquatic painted dome. Ideal for light sandwiches, salads, and relaxation with a view of resident marine life.
• Marina Pizzeria: Casual dockside pizzeria serving classic and local-twist pizzas perfect for quick, satisfying meals.
• The Village Burger Shack: Fun, family-friendly spot offering gourmet burgers, fresh fish options, vegetarian dishes, and indulgent homemade shakes.
• Cave Grill: A unique dining setting inside a Bahamian cave for quick lunches with ocean views and casual plates in a one-of-a-kind setting.
• Quick-Serve Offerings: Including Starbucks, Ben & Jerry’s, Shark Bites (burgers & sandwiches), Dive In (BBQ), Brats & Balls (meatballs & hot dogs) – all perfect for fast, relaxed meals.
• Moon Bar: A sleek, elevated bar overlooking the casino floor – great for a cocktail with a view.
• The Dilly Club: Coffeehouse by day, upscale craft cocktail lounge by night.
• Other Bars & Lounges: Including Plato’s (cocktails and live music), Aura Nightclub, Dragon’s Ultra Lounge, Sea Glass Lounge, Lobby Lounges, and The Point offering everything from dancing and high-energy nights to intimate, romantic nightcaps.

• Aquaventure Water Park & Pools: Stretches across an impressive 141-acre waterscape, featuring adrenaline-pumping water slides. It also includes the Bahamas’ longest river ride, alongside nearly two dozen swimming areas and a water-play fort, Poseidon’s Playzone, perfect for families with kids. Guests staying at the resort enjoy complimentary access to this aquatic wonderland filled with thrill and fun. 
• Beaches & Private Cabanas: Unwind across five miles of pristine, white-sand beaches like Cove Beach, Royal Beach, and Paradise Lagoon. You can rent one of 45 private cabanas ranging from tranquil retreats to action-center-adjacent spots complete with attentive butler service and thoughtful amenities like refreshments and spa touches. 
• Golf Course: The Ocean Club Golf Course is a championship 18-hole, par-72 layout designed by Tom Weiskopf. It offers gently challenging play paired with breathtaking coastal views of Nassau Harbor and the Atlantic including a scenic shuttle for course access. 
• Spa, Fitness & Tennis: Mandara Spa blends traditional European and ancient Balinese healing techniques with natural Bahamian elements in its tranquil treatment menu. Nearby, the fitness center offers a comprehensive workout setup, including cardio machines, free weights, and group studios (e.g., yoga, pilates). Sport enthusiasts can also enjoy three Har-Tru and three hard tennis courts for lessons or casual play. 

Casino & Nightlife: With around 85 table games and 700–850 state-of-the-art slot machines, this is one of the Caribbean’s largest gaming venues. Guests can earn loyalty perks via room-key-enabled systems. For nightlife, Aura Nightclub caters to adults looking to dance the night away, while CRUSH is a dedicated teen club featuring gaming lounges, cabanas, and cafe-style refreshments for those aged 13-17. 

Shopping, Dining & Entertainment: With over 30 restaurants and a variety of bars, Atlantis offers everything from celebrity-chef fine dining to casual grab-and-go fare. Retail includes fashion, cigar shops, and boutiques within Marina Village and Crystal Court. There’s also the Atlantis Theatre for live shows, plus independent venues and shopping. 

Cultural Spots & Bucket-List Highlights: Don’t miss photo-worthy and whimsical features like Poseidon’s Throne, the radical Heart Swing, and the serene sculpture Sacred Space, created by Bahamian artist Antonius Roberts. The resort also hosts Junkanoo celebrations which is a vibrant display of Bahamian music, dance, and crafts

Activities for Families & Kids: Atlantis offers lots of kids-centred fun, such as the Atlantis Kids Adventure Club, the Atlantis Pals stuffed-animal workshop, Earth & Fire Pottery Studio, scavenger hunts within The Dig, and movie nights in the pool

Marine Habitat & Dolphin Cay: Home to the world’s largest open-air marine habitat, this immersive facility spans multiple lagoons filled with over 50,000 aquatic animals across 200-250 species. The Dig recreates an underwater lost continent to snorkel through, while Dolphin Cay serves as a premier rehabilitation and education center where you can swim with dolphins, meet sea lions, or even paddleboard amid beautiful marine environments all while supporting the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation.