The Atlantis is the largest resort in the Caribbean. The entire decoration of the Atlantis is modeled after the legendary lost city and gives you the feeling of being in a city long forgotten. But the Atlantis is anything but forgotten, it is the largest resort and also the busiest with nearly millions of people checking in every year. With six hotels of varying stature, the Atlantis can be a confusing mess at first. The Atlantis is located on Paradise Island (the island just north of Nassau) and occupies probably 70 to 80 percent of the island. If you have ever thought about staying there, this guide is for you. It will give you a description of each of the hotels, all the attractions, and the pros and cons of staying at this fantastic resort.

THE HOTELS

With six different places to stay, Atlantis will have something for you. From high-end luxury hotel rooms costing nearly $25,000 a night to average rooms costing $150-$400, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect hotel for you.

1. the cove – The cove is the luxury tower that is located next to the reef. It is the most expensive tower to stay in due to its luxury features. The water park, spa, and just about everything else is just a short walk from this tower. It comes with its own private adults-only pool that features an outdoor game pavilion. Rooms range from the Deluxe and Regular Ocean Suites, the Blue and Sapphire Suites, the Presidential Suites, and the Penthouse Suite.
2. The reef – The Reef offers luxury, residential-style studios and suites that make vacationers feel right at home. It is located next to The Cove and is a short walk from all the attractions. This luxury suite is perfect for families and includes studios, suites and penthouses.
3. The Royal Towers – Located in the center of the island, these iconic towers are what the Atlantis resort is known for. It is centrally located compared to all the attractions. They are more expensive than other towers depending on the room you book. It includes guest rooms, regal suites, grandiose suits, presidential suits, royal suites, and the bridge suite.
4. The coral tours – The coral towers are located to the right of the royal towers and you have to walk a bit to get to the pools and water parks. They are cheaper than real towers and are middle of the road in terms of price. They include guest rooms, royal suites, governors suites, and presidential suites.
5. harborside complex – For those who want to live in a home-style condominium, there are the harborside villas. It’s located across from the harbor, so you’ll need to take a shuttle to enjoy the many things Atlantis has to offer. Includes one, two and three bedroom villas. Each villa comes with its own kitchen giving you a home away from home feel.
6. the beach tower – This tower is the cheapest of all the other resorts to stay at. It is completely to the right of the total complex. It is located next to the Atlantis Theater. Includes a shuttle service to all other towers and areas and includes rooms only.

WHAT ATLANTIS HAS TO OFFER

Just talking about the size of Atlantis and the ridiculous number of hotel options they offer, one wonders if the resort itself is that big, what kind of accommodations does it offer? The Atlantis is known for its special accommodations that satisfy the cravings of young and old. The to-do list goes on and on and no matter how many times you’ve been there, you probably still haven’t seen it all.

General activities – Visit the beach. The Atlantis resort has several beaches that are known around the world for being some of the best. In addition, the water park that Atlantis offers includes a mile-long tubing adventure, nine water slides, and eleven pools. These alone are unmatched by any other resort in the world.

For kids/family activities – There are literally hundreds of kid-oriented activities your family will love, starting with Dolphin Cay. Dolphin Cay is where you and your children can swim and interact with hundreds of different types of animals. You can swim with dolphins, sea lions, rays and much more. If you like to snorkel, you can get to swim with fish in the tanks of its huge aquarium. Its aquarium is available to all guests and features hundreds of thousands of exotic fish.

for adults – Atlantis is not all for children. There are daily activities that will make your stay at Atlantis fun. A very popular adult activity is visiting Cain at the Cove. This is an adults-only, full-access pool complete with a bar and game center. It also has private cabins and is a great way to spend days on the water. Another popular thing to do is to attend the Aura nightclub. The club is usually EXTREMELY packed, but if you don’t mind this could be a fun experience for you. The Atlantis always pays famous comedians and singers to perform in its theater. You can see a movie, see a famous comedian or singer perform in its huge theater. Finally going to a bar or restaurant is always a good idea. Atlantis has more than 40 restaurants and bars that range from incredibly high-end to cheap low-end. Be sure to check out some of the more popular bars like Bimini Road, The Mesa Grill, and Nobu. If getting out and about is your thing, Atlantis has a large pool, tennis courts, and offers a world-class golf course that is open to all guests. They also have a great gym and spa. You can also go shopping at its fine luxury stores.

THE PROS AND CONS

The professionals

• You never have to leave the resort to experience the Bahamas. Everything for you is right at the resort. Diving, beaches, swimming, clubs, golf, you name it. You’ll never have to leave to experience it.
• The pools, water parks, and beaches are top notch and among the best you’ll ever experience.
• They do a good job of having things for the kids to do and things for the adults to do, so they’re both satisfied.
• The views are impeccable. You can see all of Paradise Island from your room with a breathtaking view that will make you never want to leave.
• The personnel is very friendly. Each of the staff members will treat you with respect and help you with any problems you may have.
• There are endless things to do. People say that they experience something new every time they are there. The things to do are endless.

The cons

• It can often feel like a number. Due to the size of Atlantis, they do a very poor job of making you feel like the experience is about you and you can often feel like one of many ants.
• Especially if you go in the winter, the Atlantis is VERY crowded. Even out of season, you will have to deal with the thousands of other tourists staying at the same time as you.
• The Atlantis is EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE. You can expect to pay over $6 for a bottle of water and that’s not even half that. Drinks can cost up to $14 and the room itself can be very expensive. While most activities are free, you’ll have to pay for things like Dolphin Cay and entertainment. If you’re trying to save money on your vacation, it’s not recommended that you even think about going to the Atlantis resort.
• Management is horrible at fixing problems. Due to the size of the complex, it is difficult for management to address an issue in a timely manner. Just another reason why you’ll feel like a number.
• Restaurants are crowded, expensive, and generally overrated. While they advertise that they have over 40 restaurants, they forget to tell you that you will have to wait at least half an hour or more to get into one and worse, everything is overpriced like the rest of the complex.

THE BOTTOM LINE

If you are planning a trip that focuses on your wallet and how much you can spend, DO NOT go to the Atlantis. While it is a fun experience, it will pay through the nose constantly. If money is not an issue, you will have an amazing time with accommodation and things to do.