Downtown Nassau Travel Guide

Nassau

A cruise ship docked at a port with buildings and a pier on the right.
Two people sitting on a bench facing the ocean.
A narrow stone pathway flanked by lush greenery and a steep staircase leading upwards.
A framed painting of a desert landscape with a person sitting on a dune, a camel, and scattered rocks.
A large cruise ship docked at a pier with a sunset in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Nassau attractions

A yellow building with a balcony and a sign that reads "National Art Gallery of the Bahamas".

National Art Gallery of the Bahamas

8.2/10 (690 reviews)
Featuring the work of traditional, contemporary and progressive local artists, this popular gallery is a creative exploration of life in the Bahamas.
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Things to do

Rose Island Swimming with the Pigs Lunch and Private Beach

Rose Island Swimming with the Pigs Lunch and Private Beach

£104
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rose Island Swimming with the Pigs Lunch and Private Beach
Nassau: Bahamas Culture Tour with Electric Trolley and Water

Nassau: Bahamas Culture Tour with Electric Trolley

£41
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Nassau: Bahamas Culture Tour with Electric Trolley
Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

£91
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club
Rum Reggae and Rhythms Tour: Dancing and Cocktails

Rum Reggae and Rhythms Tour: Dancing and Cocktails

£55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rum Reggae and Rhythms Tour: Dancing and Cocktails
Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise

Sunset Dinner Cruise

£77
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Nassau: 6 hours 3 stops cruise Pig Beach,Turtles Snorkeling

Nassau 3-stops: Snorkeling, Swimming Pigs, Turtles & Lunch

£111
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Nassau 3-stops: Snorkeling, Swimming Pigs, Turtles & Lunch
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Top hotels in Downtown Nassau

Margaritaville Beach Resort - Nassau

Margaritaville Beach Resort - Nassau

4 out of 5
2 Bay Street Nassau New Providence
The price is £246 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£246
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nassau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,583 reviews)
"The pool area and small water park was amazingly fun, especially the surf pool area. The beach and views of the cruises going by were spectacular as well! The room was very clean and the staff super nice! I really appreciated everyone’s dedication to the hotel vacationers, it was clearly noticeable. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort - Nassau
British Colonial - Nassau

British Colonial - Nassau

4 out of 5
Number One Bay St Nassau
The price is £223 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£223
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nassau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,107 reviews)
"Great location as it is on both a main road and the beach. The restaurant was not open for breakfast everyday, so that was a negative for us."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

British Colonial - Nassau
Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown/Junkanoo Beach

Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown/Junkanoo Beach

4 out of 5
West Bay Street Nassau
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £146 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£146
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nassau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown/Junkanoo Beach
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nassau by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nassau by IHG

3 out of 5
West Bay Street At Nassau Street Nassau
The price is £137 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£137
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nassau. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The person that checked us in was rude and any questions that was asked made you feel like you were putting her out. We needed towels and no one ever brought them. The rest of the staff was very pleasant. The breakfast was excellent."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nassau by IHG
Towne Hotel

Towne Hotel

3 out of 5
40, George Street Nassau New Providence
The price is £126 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£126
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nassau. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (808 reviews)
"My shuttle did not show up to take me to the airport. Hotel staff was very helpful in me securing a taxi. The staff person ran down to the corner to connect with the cab. Being alone in a foreign country I really appreciated the effort."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Towne Hotel
Graycliff Hotel And Restaurant

Graycliff Hotel And Restaurant

4 out of 5
West Hill Street Nassau New Providence
The price is £383 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£383
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique resort in Nassau. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (192 reviews)
"Staff helpful"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Graycliff Hotel And Restaurant
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Where to stay in Downtown Nassau

Find the best Downtown Nassau areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Nassau
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A wooden pier extending into the ocean with a gazebo and a boat.
Photo by Felipe Terrón
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Cable Beach

While Cable Beach isn't home to many top sights, Cable Beach and Baha Bay Water Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

A beach with a colorful umbrella, two lounge chairs, a boat, and a palm tree.

Palm Cay

Though Palm Cay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamacraw Beach and Ocean Club Golf Course.

A coastal marina with numerous boats, a bridge, and a cityscape in the background.

Chippingham

While visiting Chippingham, you might make a stop by sights like Junkanoo Beach and Saunders Beach.

A coastal resort with turquoise waters, palm-lined walkways, and multi-story buildings with distinctive architecture.

The Grove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Grove and surrounding area, you can visit Saunders Beach and Junkanoo Beach.

A marina with several sailboats and yachts docked, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.

Highland Terrace

While visiting Highland Terrace, you might make a stop by sights like Doongalik Studios and The Retreat Garden National Park.

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