The hype
Families love the water park and location, but everyone complains about the prices and slow service.
Margaritaville Resort Nassau
$350-600/ noapte
Rezervă dacă You want a high-energy, waterpark-fueled family vacation right in the heart of downtown Nassau where the cruise ships dock.
De ce o iubesc oamenii
- Fins Up Water Park with lazy river and FlowRider surf simulator
- All rooms have oceanfront views and balconies
- Walkable to downtown Nassau, Straw Market, and the Fish Fry
Privire rapidă: It’s basically a cruise ship that doesn't move—packed with families, loud music, and expensive drinks.
Evaluat de @amanda0203: I spent my entire weekend at the Fins Up water park here. The lazy river is the perfect way to cool off, and the surf simulator was a total blast to try with friends. It’s the most fun I've had in Nassau.
Oaspeții care au stat aici au spus
Reality check
The 'private' beach is tiny and right next to the public beach, so it’s never truly quiet or secluded.
- You have kids who could spend 8 hours in a lazy river
- You want to walk to local bars and the Fish Fry instead of taking taxis
- You love the energy of a busy pool deck with a DJ
Curățenie și Întreținere
8
- Housekeeping: Generally good, but reports of missed spots and slow service during peak times.
- Bathroom hygiene: Modern and clean, though some guests report clogging toilets.
- Maintenance: Newer property (opened ~2021) so little wear, but hot tubs often have temperature issues.
- Linens & towels: Fresh and standard quality; pool towels can run out on cruise ship days.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells like signature Margaritaville scent; occasional sewage whiff outside from public beach.
Sleepability™
6MODERAT
0-4ZGOMOTOS
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10LINIȘTIT
- Thin connecting doors between rooms
- Cruise ship horns early morning/late afternoon
- Hallway noise from excited kids
Înainte să rezervi
Bine de știut
- The resort is cashless; bring cards.
- A 15% gratuity is automatically added to most food and drink checks.
- Day passes are sold to cruise passengers, so the pool gets busiest when ships are in port.
Ce să împachezi
- Insulated water bottle (drinks melt fast in the sun)
- Reef-safe sunscreen (expensive to buy on-site)
- Water shoes for the rocky parts of the beach
Geniu pentru Cameră
Selecții de top
- One Particular Harbour studios for a quieter, residential feel with kitchenettes
- High-floor rooms (Floors 8+) to minimize pool deck noise
Camere de evitat
- Lower floors near the pool deck (noise)
- Connecting rooms if you aren't using them (sound leaks)
Geniu pentru Cereri de Cameră – copiază și lipește
“I would like to request a room on a high floor (8 or above) to minimize pool noise. If available, I prefer the One Particular Harbour tower for a quieter stay.”
Întrebări frecvente și sfaturi ascunse
Tot ceea ce vrei de fapt să știi înainte de a rezerva.
Is the water park free for guests?
Yes, access to Fins Up Water Park is included in your resort fee.
Can I walk to downtown Nassau?
Yes, you are right on Bay Street, a short 5-10 minute walk to the Straw Market and port.
Is there an adults-only area?
Yes, there is an adults-only infinity pool on the 4th floor, but it can still get crowded.
Are food and drinks included?
No, this is not an all-inclusive resort. Food and drinks are à la carte and pricey.
Does the hotel have a beach?
Yes, a small private strip, but it is adjacent to the public Junkanoo Beach.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed for a fee of ~$250 per stay.
Sfaturi de Insider
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Walk 10 minutes west to the 'Fish Fry' at Arawak Cay for authentic, cheaper Bahamian food.
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The 'One Particular Harbour' building has its own quieter pool and hot tub that many main hotel guests miss.
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Buy alcohol at the duty-free shop in the lobby or downtown to save money on room drinks.
5 lucruri pe care trebuie să le știi înainte să pleci
💡The 'One Particular Harbour' tower is technically a separate residential booking but offers a much calmer experience.
💡In winter, the tall hotel building casts a shadow over the pool deck by mid-afternoon.
💡Ants can be an issue in rooms if you leave any food out on counters.
💡The hot tubs are often reported as 'lukewarm' rather than hot.
💡You can hear the bass from the pool DJ in rooms on the lower floors.
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