Fodor's Expert Review Guanahani Beach Club

Sunrise Rd., Cockburn Town, San Salvador Island, Bahamas Fodor's Choice

This cozy, small, owner-operated resort is elegant and sophisticated, offering both quiet solitude on a stunning private beach and serious adventure for sports enthusiasts. Each villa (two one-bedroom, one two-bedroom) has an outside veranda with breathtaking views of the snow-white beach. Owners Carlo and Elena please with great service and superb Italian cuisine. Guanahani is famous as a kiteboard and catamaran sailing center and offers complimentary kayaks, a catamaran, and snorkeling gear. Airport transfers are included.

PROS

  • excellent on-site restaurant
  • simple and chic villas
  • private beach adorned with loungers and hammocks

CONS

  • no children under 16
  • credit cards not accepted
  • far from other island amenities so you will probably want a rental car

QUICK FACTS

Resort
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 242-452–0438

HOTEL DETAILS

3 villas
Rate Includes: Closed mid-June–late Oct.

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