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Tranquil marina villas close to Caribbean and Nassau nightlife Sandyport Beach Resort hotel guests can experience the Caribbean in all its variety at this quiet complex of villas. The villas are grouped about a marina that is conveniently close to both Nassau and the fabulous Caribbean. Cable Beach is a few minutes away by foot, and the hotel offers all modern amenities. These include baby-sitting and child care services, high-speed Internet access, a concierge and a business center. The Sandyport Beach Resort also has tennis courts, an outdoor pool and a variety of fine dining venues. 3 Reasons To Stay Walk a few minutes to get to the famous Cable Beach Villas surround a marina linked to the Caribbean by canal Three miles from Nassau Sandyport Beach Resort Rooms Guests at the Sandyport Beach Resort have their choice of rooms. These include standard guest rooms, studios, deluxe one- and two-bedroom suites and the large three-bedroom suite for families or groups. Standard amenities include air conditioning and a ceiling fan, a hair-dryer, ironing facilities, tea- and coffee-making facilities, decks and a safe. A flat-screen color TV has cable and satellite channels and most rooms come with a balcony and terrace. Brightly colored fabrics combined with elegant wicker furnishings give a sunny Caribbean ambience to the rooms and suites, and the en suite bathrooms have shower-tub combinations kept separate from the main living and sleeping areas of the suites. The deluxe suites feature a Jacuzzi, and most rooms have pool or garden views. There are 72 rooms at the Sandyport Beach Resort, all of which are family friendly and professionally serviced. Things To Do Christ Church Cathedral (1.4 mi/2.2 km) Junkanoo (1.5 mi/2.4 km) Cable Beach (2.9 mi/4.6 km) Cabbage Beach (3.3 mi/5.3 km) Nassau (4.2 mi/6.8 km)

Cable Beach host of Crystal Palace Casino The Wyndham Nassau Resort rests against the Atlantic Ocean on sugary white sands, offering beautiful ocean views. Guests swim in the private lagoon or oceanfront pool, splash down the spiral water slide and indulge at eight on-site restaurants and lounges. The Crystal Palace Casino beckons gamers with whirling lights and inexpensive beverages. Dedicated wedding specialists make dream nuptials come true. Highlights Located on Cable BeachCrystal Palace Casino on siteChildren under 17 stay freeSix bars and restaurants RoomsWyndham Nassau Resort boasts of 415 lavish rooms and suites with plush furnishings and modern amenities like cable TV, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, Internet access, iron/board, safe deposit box and self-controlled heating system. The units also offer beautiful island and ocean views. FeaturesGuests find nearly any activity at the Wyndham Nassau Resort. In addition to the lagoon and pool, water sports like snorkeling and jet skiing are plentiful. The Jacuzzi, spa and fitness center also keep guests happy. The Crystal Palace Casino at the Wyndham Nassau Resort features almost 400 slot machines and virtual table games. Guests also play traditional table games like blackjack, roulette and poker. DiningWyndham Nassau Resort has six restaurants serving a delectable variety of international cuisines, Caribbean specialties, succulent steaks and fresh seafood dishes. Diners can also have refreshing drinks like fine wines, island-inspired cocktails as well as delicious snacks like nachos and sandwiches at the bars on site. TransportationNassau International Airport (5 mi/8 km)Bus stop in front of resort Attractions Straw Market (0.1 mi/0.2 km)Pirates of Nassau (4.7 mi/7.5 km)Queen’s Staircase (5.3 mi/8.6 km)Dolphin Encounters (6.4 mi/10.3 km) Business800-seat Rainforest Theatre More than 30,000 square feet of meeting space accommodates 10 to 410Audio/visual equipment and catering available Policies and feesOne person in the party must be 18 years or older to check in, unless accompanied by an adult. The hotel charges a $17 service charge daily for persons 12 years and older. This will be added to hotel bill at check out (for any free night offers, service charges still apply).

Secluded rooms, sophisticated island diningThe Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant is a historic, 260-year-old property which once hosted Winston Churchill, and has been home to pirates, government officials and British royalty. This Nassau hotel now offers 20 elegant accommodations, fine dining and an award-winning wine cellar. The hotel is located in the heart of Nassau, next to the Government House. On site, guests learn to roll a cigar and participate in rum, wine or cognac tastings. HighlightsAward-winning wine cellar Free access to Blue Lagoon beachesCigar factory on premises RoomsThe Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant has 20 rooms and suites furnished with elegant antiques and a refined colonial palate. All rooms offer air conditioning, mini-bar, safe, alarm clock, cable TV, hair dryer, toiletries, iron with ironing board, housekeeping and evening turndown service. Laundry and dry cleaning is available.Deluxe rooms are about 450 square feet and overlook the verandah or gardens and offer a king bed. Luxury rooms are 500 to 650 square feet, include a king, two double or two twin beds, with sitting area and views of the gardens or pool. Suites have king beds, separate sitting areas, views of the gardens or the pool area and are 700 to 900 square feet. The Graycliff Suite is located in the gardens and overlooks the main pool. The room features 1,200 square feet of space, a king bed, a large sitting and dining area, private balcony and spacious bathroom. FeaturesGraycliff Hotel & Restaurant guests walk to shops, restaurants or use the Colonial Hilton beach for a nominal fee. An on-site fitness center keeps travelers trim and the secluded pool provides refreshment. Chocolate and organic coffee are for sale at the boutique. Guests learn to roll cigars at the on-site factory or practice culinary skills at the Graycliff Culinary Academy.Visitors can also join rim tastings at the indoor and outdoor lounge of Graycliff Cigar Company. Weddings, conferences and events are held at the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant: The hotel can host up to 18 in the Wine Cellar and the dining rooms and terraces can host more than 300. DiningThe Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant hosts an elegant dining room that serves fine cuisine and intimate moments. Guests indulge in wine, rum, cognac tastings or wine luncheons. The Wine Cellar stores more than 250,000 bottles from more than 400 vintners in 15 countries and has received the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand Award since 1988. At Humidor Churrascaria, guests delight in seasoned, skewered meats and a buffet of salads, savory vegetables, fresh fish and indulgent Brazilian specialties. Diners can also indulge in mouth-watering wood fire oven baked pizzas at Giotto Pizzeria, sample international beers and light snacks at Graycliff Beer Garden or create chocolate treats at Graycliff Chocolate Factor, all on site.Grand opening of Graycliff Beer Garden offers a happy hour special of three beers and a pizza for $20 USD per person; two for one drinks and special small bites menu. TransportationNassau International Airport (9.9 mi/16 km) AttractionsStraw Market (0.4 mi/0.6 km) Bay Street Shopping (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Pirates of Nassau (0.4 mi/0.7 km)Queen's Staircase (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Dolphin Encounters (2.1 mi/3.4 km)Paradise Island (2.3 mi/3.7 km)Blue Lagoon Island (4 mi/6.5 km) BusinessWi-Fi (fees apply)Convention space holds up to 300

Self-contained villas for the ultimate Bahamas vacation Blue Water Resort on Cable Beach offers spacious and independent accommodations in the most exciting part of the Bahamas, on Cable Beach in Nassau. Oceanfront villas sleep two to eight guests and come with fully equipped kitchens, barbecue facilities, large patios and washer-driers. There is cable TV and high-speed Internet access in all villas, and excellent restaurants and shopping are close by in the downtown area. For water sports, the Blue Water Resort on Cable Beach cannot be rivaled, and Cable Beach is within easy walking distance. 3 Reasons To Stay Spacious three-bedroom self-contained private villas Great water-based activities on the doorstep Close to entertainment options Blue Water Resort on Cable Beach RoomsAt the Blue Water Resort on Cable Beach there is a choice of villas on offer, which boil down to variations on a theme of three-bedroom garden and ocean villas. These have views across the gardens and the ocean respectively, but all have the same amenities. There is an en suite private bathroom in each villa, with a hair-dryer and standard amenities. The master bedroom in each villa has a king bed and there are also two guest rooms that each contains two beds. The beds in the guest rooms can be converted on request into two larger beds, and rollaway beds are also available if requested. There are three bathrooms in each villa, and the bedrooms and bathrooms are situated on the second of the three floors. They have private balconies with great views of the gardens or ocean. The morning sunlight reflected off the ocean comes in through the large sliding windows and sets the tone for the day. It enhances the appearance of the chic modern furnishings and the soft pastel colors on the bedroom walls. FeaturesBlue Water Resort guests swim, snorkel, sail, sunbathe and fish off Cable Beach. The bus stops directly in front of the hotel and delivers guests to many downtown locations and attractions. DiningWhen guests aren't cooking their own meals, they eat and drink at Da Sand Bar & Grill, the on-site tiki-hut restaurant at the Blue Water Resort. A number of popular eateries also are nearby. A barbeque pit allows guests to host inexpensive family cookouts. Transportation Nassau International Airport (2.4 mi/3.9 km)Bus stop in front of hotel Things To Do Cable Beach (1 mi/1.6 km) Fort Fincastle (4.2 mi/6.6 km) Atlantis Aquarium (5.2 mi/8.4 km) Cabbage Beach (6.3 mi/10.2 km) Policies and fees$40 USD service departure charge

Enjoy the sights of a bustling island marina. Watch the ships sail in and out from your private balcony. Paradise Harbor Club offers a charming retreat from reality. The one and two bedroom suites offer all the comforts and amenities of home. While on the eastern end of Paradise Island you are only minutes away form the beach and shopping district. NAS-Nassau 5 mi SW