Where are you staying in Nassau before cruising on Adventure of the Seas?

[MrsG0117]

So I’ve seen the question pop up about pre-cruise hotel stays in Nassau before sailing on Adventure of the Seas.. I’d love to know where everyone is thinking about staying! I know that the Hilton was announced as the check-in location, so that seems pretty convenient!

 

We went to the Bahamas recently and did our own research to see the best options (location, cost, activities provided), and I think if we get to book the cruise, we might choose to stay at Margaritaville.

 

Thoughts??

[Dawniepoo]

We've decided to live on the edge and fly in same day since we don't leave until 9. But if we were to change our minds, I would want to stay at the Hilton just for convenience. 

[smokeybandit]

Comfort Suites Paradise Island. More activities than downtown and better chance of restaurants being open than downtown.

[MrsG0117]

Whew, living on the edge! Lol It is more convenient with a later departure time, as long as flights cooperate as they should. 🙂 

[MrsG0117]

And yes, we really enjoyed Paradise Island - more than downtown... It gives a more luxury island experience. But downtown is definitely great for those looking for a local feel. Hoping more restaurants open up before cruising starts!

[EatonDoolittle]

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/35-bahamas/

 

Here is the Bahamas board. You will get more responses there. 

[radarcruiser]

We are flying in on day of cruise and out same day we return.  That is, if we don’t cancel.  Waiting to see the rules and restrictions.  I used miles for the flights so easy cancel on those if necessary. 

[BOAZ5]

1 hour ago, Dawniepoo said:

We've decided to live on the edge and fly in same day since we don't leave until 9. But if we were to change our minds, I would want to stay at the Hilton just for convenience. 

We are living on the edge as well for the July 10th sailing.  We really don't like to do it, but also decided to give it a try since we don't sail until 9pm.   Our connection goes through Chicago.  I expect the flight to be full of cruisers.  

[RCCL Fan]

We're at the Hilton.... only because of the check-in.  🙂  Hyatt had my eye.

 

Our original plan was to fly in day of, and hop on the ship, but after the airline cancelled our morning flight and put us on an afternoon flight, I wasn't going to get until the ship until like 8pm and that's just too late!

[Ourusualbeach]

On 5/6/2021 at 12:24 PM, smokeybandit said:

Comfort Suites Paradise Island. More activities than downtown and better chance of restaurants being open than downtown.

Do you still get full access to Atlantis when staying there?

[CruisingHogFan]

On 5/6/2021 at 12:49 PM, BOAZ5 said:

We are living on the edge as well for the July 10th sailing.  We really don't like to do it, but also decided to give it a try since we don't sail until 9pm.   Our connection goes through Chicago.  I expect the flight to be full of cruisers.  

We are doing the same as of now for July 10th. We had a morning flight until American changed everything around. Now it’s 3:20 before landing in Nassau. I’m really not that excited about it!! Too close for comfort 

[slease]

Hyatt Baha Mar.  Used points and it looks pretty nice.  Rides to and from might be a bit pricey though.

[sandebeach]

Another couple living on the edge for our July Adventure cruise! Booked our air through Royal and it is a one-hour flight from Ft  Lauderdale to Nassau. 

[sandebeach]

8 minutes ago, slease said:

Hyatt Baha Mar.  Used points and it looks pretty nice.  Rides to and from might be a bit pricey though.

We have gone to the casino at Baha Mar, it is a lovely hotel and casino complex. We took a cab there from the cruise port and I think it was $20 one way. Baha Mar is over at the Cable Beach area.  

[Vera/Lee]

17 minutes ago, sandebeach said:

We have gone to the casino at Baha Mar, it is a lovely hotel and casino complex. We took a cab there from the cruise port and I think it was $20 one way. Baha Mar is over at the Cable Beach area.  

Baha Mar is beautiful! We love Atlantis too.

[utopiahereicome]

Ocean West Boutique Hotel

[WxNerd]

We are staying at the Hilton. Contemplated Baha Mar for several weeks but convenience won out. I think we will plan a long weekend just to stay at Baha Mar, it looks beautiful. 

[AF-1]

11 hours ago, slease said:

Hyatt Baha Mar.  Used points and it looks pretty nice.  Rides to and from might be a bit pricey though.

This is a great hotel with lots of stuff.  It is located about half way between the airport and cruise port. Enjoy the resort

[AF-1]

36 minutes ago, WxNerd said:

We are staying at the Hilton. Contemplated Baha Mar for several weeks but convenience won out. I think we will plan a long weekend just to stay at Baha Mar, it looks beautiful. 

Baha Mar is a great place to stay.  It is located midway between airport and cruise port.  There are a few places outside of the resort;  the Hilton is next to cruise port.  You can walk from hotel right to your ship.  There are all the shops and Senor Frogs is on back end of hotel and McDonalds is across the street.  Have stayed at both the Hyatt and Hilton many times.  

[smokeybandit]

11 minutes ago, AF-1 said:

There are all the shops and Senor Frogs is on back end of hotel and McDonalds is across the street.

 

There were concerns that none of these are even open right now

[AF-1]

smokeybandit;  I do not know if either are open;  however, I really believe McDonalds is open.  It is the only one on the island, and it stays busy.  

[LBumb]

Looking at margaritaville 

[smokeybandit]

Looks like that McDonalds is open for carryout only. But at least it's open

[3kidsncats]

10 hours ago, LBumb said:

Looking at margaritaville 

I am too, but the resort fees and taxes are 

pushing it out of my comfort zone for a one night pre-cruise stay.  

[Moltar]

Staying at the Hilton that you check in for the ship at. So excited for this cruise and the people that will be on it!