The hype
Families love the water park and pools, but almost everyone feels gouged by the food prices and service fees.
Grand Hyatt At Baha Mar
$350-600/ night
Book this if You want a high-energy, Vegas-style mega-resort with a killer water park and endless activities, and you don't mind crowds or $25 cocktails.
Why People Love It
- Unlimited access to the massive Baha Bay Waterpark
- Dean's Blue Hole pool with cliff jumps and shark tank views
- Daily flamingo parades and wildlife encounters right on property
Quick Take: A chaotic, expensive, but undeniably fun playground that feels like Las Vegas was dropped onto a Bahamian beach.
Reviewed by @Yelushka: I spent my mornings just wandering the grounds here. The pier was my absolute favorite spot—it felt like I had the whole ocean to myself. If you need to disconnect and just breathe, this place is magic.
Guest Who Stayed Here Said
Reality check
Service is frequently described as 'island time' indifferent—don't expect Ritz-Carlton attentiveness despite the price tag.
- You have active kids who need a water park to survive
- You love the energy of a casino and nightlife steps from your room
- You want 40+ restaurant options without leaving the property
Cleanliness & Maintenance
7.5
- Housekeeping: Generally consistent daily service, though missed spots and dust are common complaints.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are usually clean, but grout lines in older East Tower rooms show age.
- Maintenance: High traffic means wear and tear is visible—scuffed walls, worn carpets in hallways.
- Linens & towels: Towels can feel a bit scratchy/worn from heavy rotation; linens are standard Hyatt quality.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells heavily of signature scent (to mask casino smoke); rooms can be musty if humidity is high.
Sleepability™
6MODERATE
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
- Bass from SLS rooftop/pool parties (weekends)
- Hallway noise from high guest traffic
- Thin connecting doors in some rooms
Before you book
Good to know
- Self-parking is surprisingly free, while valet is ~$25/night
- The 'Explorer's Club' for kids is NOT free; it costs ~$65 per session
- You can order delivery from local restaurants like Wok N Roll to the lobby to save money
What to pack
- Insulated water bottle (water is expensive, refill stations are scarce)
- Pool floats (they charge for rentals)
- Snacks and breakfast bars to skip the $50 buffet
Room Genie
Best picks
- West Tower for newer, more modern 'Andaz-style' decor and showers
- East Tower Reserve Level (Floors 21-28) for butler service and private elevators
- Fountain View rooms for a front-row seat to the nightly water show
Rooms to avoid
- West Tower rooms facing the SLS building (noise issues)
- Low-floor rooms near the service entrances (truck noise)
- Connecting rooms if you aren't using them (sound bleed)
Room Request Genie – copy & paste
“I would prefer a room in the West Tower, high floor, away from the SLS side to avoid bass noise. If available, a Fountain View would be wonderful.”
FAQ & Hidden tips
Everything you actually want to know before you book.
Is the water park included?
Yes, unlimited access to Baha Bay Waterpark is included for all guests.
How much is the resort fee?
Expect to pay around $74-$84 per night, plus a 15% service charge and 10% VAT on top.
Is it all-inclusive?
No. Food and drinks are pay-as-you-go and very expensive.
Which tower is better?
West Tower is generally preferred for its modern, fresher feel; East Tower is older but has the Reserve level.
Can I walk to other restaurants?
Not really. You are in a resort bubble. A taxi to the Fish Fry or downtown is required ($30-40).
Is the beach private?
Technically public, but the resort section is well-maintained with loungers for guests. Vendors do walk by.
Insider Tips
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The 'El Jefe' pink taco truck by the beach is the best value meal on property.
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Visit the Art Gallery 'The Current' for a quiet escape and cool workshops.
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Grab a seat at the Jazz Bar (Blue Note) for a break from the casino noise.
5 things to know before you go
💡The 'Ocean View' might just be a sliver of blue past a concrete roof.
💡You have to reserve a seat for the flamingo parade if you want a good spot, otherwise you're standing in the back.
💡The service charge (15%) is added to EVERYTHING, even a bottle of water.
💡The 'free' wifi can be spotty by the pools.
💡You can walk to the Melia hotel next door (if open) but otherwise, you are geographically isolated.
Local Playbook
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