About Andros Island

Andros Island, the largest and least-crowded of The Bahamas, is a dream for travellers seeking untouched beauty and world-class diving. With its vast wetlands, turquoise waters, and access to the planet’s third-largest barrier reef, Andros has long delighted keen adventurers of all ages. Our pick of the best places to stay on Andros Island highlights luxury resorts as well as off-the-beaten-track lodges, perfect for a memorable holiday. 

Explore the vibrant ecosystems of the Blue Holes National Park or the vast West Side National Park with guided hikes, boat trips, diving and snorkelling. Expect to spot rare wildlife both above and below the water, and to enjoy kayaking, sailing or paddle boarding with friends and family. Andros Island is also a top fishing destination -- keen anglers won't leave disappointed! 

Don't miss wandering through Andros Town, or dive-focused Nicholl's Town for a sense of the island's culture and community. When it comes to serenity and seclusion, you'll find that many of the best places to stay on Andros Island are in striking South Andros. Think strolls along white sands, superb sunsets and fabulous seafood dinners. A laid-back Bahamian destination, charming Andros Island is often underrated - and all the more appealing for it. 

The Best Places to Stay in Andros Island

For Active Adventurers

  • Small Hope Bay, an adventure-lover’s classic since the 1960s, has oceanfront cottages, kayaking, fishing, diving, and guided nature tours. Family-friendly and rustic-chic with a games room, library, and authentic Bahamian dining right on the beach.

For Luxury

  • Tiamo is a barefoot-luxury eco-retreat with just 13 chic suites, many with private plunge pools. Set on a pristine beach, this hideaway offers water sports, wellness therapies, and gourmet dining. A secluded, romantic haven for honeymooners.
  • Kamalame Cay, a 97-acre private-island escape, boasts 20 elegant villas with oversized bathrooms and private terraces. Enjoy tennis, sailing, diving, and the Bahamas’ only overwater spa,. Come evening, kick back at the island's inviting beach bars. Accessible only by seaplane or ferry, and near a world-class reef.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR VILLA

  • If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

  • Fly to Andros Town International Airport from Nassau's Lynden Pindling International Airport, the largest in the Bahamas. Regular ferries between Nassau and Andros Island take around four hours. Speak to your hotel to arrange an airport or ferry terminal pick up in advance.
  • There's so much to see in the Bahamas! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
  • Travel between November and mid-April for warm, dry weather. The hurricane season — July to October — is best avoided. Christmas and New Year are especially busy, so book your trip well in advance. Travel in late April or May for great hotel deals.

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The best hotels in Andros Island

Kamalame Cay

Andros Island (Central Andros)

Private island luxury beach resort in 100 acres. Elegant rooms feature private terraces, high beamed ceilings, nautical touches and huge bathrooms. Outdoor heated pool, tennis court and ocean front spa. Fantastic Caribbean cuisine, and two breezy beach bars. Luxurious, exclusive and laid back.

  • Romantic Break - Very secluded villas, spa with glass bottom to view the fish, sunset cocktails and picnic excursions
  • Sights nearby - Take a pre-booked picnic lunch (arranged the day before) on your own deserted island
  • Kayaking - Explore the mangroves at the back of the Cay at high tide by Kayak
  • Fishing - Go looking for local fish on the 32ft Regulator
from $515 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Small Hope Bay

Andros Island (Small Hope Bay)

Ocean front cottages. Colourful rooms feature tropical print fabrics, Andros pine furniture and private patios. Lush gardens, private beach, games room and library. Great Bahamian and international menus, sociable bar lounge. For diving and fishing enthusiasts, this is the one for you.

  • Families - Kayaking and fishing are popular with children, and for the adults there are plenty of hammocks and shady nooks to read from
  • Active Holiday - Renowned hotel for scuba diving - with guided trips, numerous spots nearby and plenty of challenges for experiend divers
  • All inclusive
  • Diving - Ask about specialty trips, including blue hole dives and wall dives to 185ft
from $520 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Tiamo

Andros Island (Driggs Hill)

Romantic beach resort. The cottages are decorated in contemporary eco style with wooden floors, large private terraces and slick stone bathrooms. Outdoor pool, gym, spa, library and beach access. Sublime Caribbean fusion menu, with emphasis on locally sourced. Secluded, quiet and picturesque.

  • Romantic Break - Secluded cottages on the beach, some with private pools, with spa treatments, hammock dozing and snorkelling minutes away
  • Fishing - Tiamo has its own fully equipped 28ft World Cat Boat which makes blue water fishing fun and easily accessible from the resort
  • Birdwatching - See how many of the island’s 330 bird species you can identify
  • Spa
from $638 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees