Top Diving Resorts in The Bahamas (2026)

Lying just southeast of Florida, the Bahamas is a chain of islands surrounded by clear, warm waters and some of the easiest diving in the Caribbean. Reefs, walls and wrecks are often just a short boat ride away, which makes choosing where to stay simple. There are relaxed beachfront resorts where diving is the main event, as well as larger, well-priced hotels running daily trips and courses for all levels. If you’re new to diving, calm conditions make learning easy; if you’re experienced, deeper walls and blue holes are close at hand.

For families

Set near Harbour Island’s famous Pink Sand Beach, Valentines Resort & Marina is a family favourite that mixes classic island style with great facilities. Rooms feature hardwood floors, ceiling fans and antique-style pieces, plus there are two fantastic restaurants, a big pool and an on-site dive centre catering to both first timers and seasoned divers.
Old Bahama Bay is a smaller, family-friendly resort with a relaxed pace and a fabulous private beach. Rooms open out onto wide verandahs with comfy seating. Parents enjoy the spa and seafood cuisine, kids love the clubs and water sports, and divers head straight out to iconic shark sites.
Small Hope Bay's colourful beachfront cottages with tropical fabrics and private patios give this place real character. Two quiet beaches, a games room and easy snorkelling keep families happy, while serious divers come for blue holes, wall dives and expert-led trips right offshore.

For a romantic break

Set on a wide stretch of sand, Cape Santa Maria nails romance with airy rooms decorated in rattan, mahogany and soft cream tones. Villas come with proper kitchens and big dining spaces. Expect sunset balconies, a beach bar, solid Bahamian cooking, spa sessions and pro-led diving straight from the shore.
Firefly Sunset Resort is a small, owner-run beach retreat that feels personal and relaxed. Think colonial style cottages with wraparound porches, cosy yet modern interiors and sea views everywhere. Couples love the plunge-pool honeymoon suites, lively Firefly Bar & Grill, easy reef snorkelling and access to world-class diving just offshore.

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Top Diving Resorts in The Bahamas

Old Bahama Bay

Grand Bahama

Friendly resort on private beach. Elegant rooms have large verandahs, cream furnishings and lounge areas. Outdoor pool, spa, gym, complimentary watersports. Terrific seafood menu and BBQ beach bar. Ideal for families, with a very intimate feel.

Families - Excellent kids club and beach activities, spa for adults, and island tours suitable for all ages
Diving - On-site Stuart Cove Dive Center offers Tiger Shark Dives at world famous Tiger Beach
Local markets - The Port Lucaya Marketplace
Tennis Court - Two courts on site

from $270 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Cape Santa Maria

Long Island (Seymours)

Gorgeous hotel in prime beach location. Interiors have creamy furnishings, tiled floors, rattan and mahogany furniture; villas have modern kitchens and dining areas. Direct beach access, gym, spa treatments. Good Bahamian cuisine and beach bar. Romantic and pretty.

Romantic Break - Enormous balconies with sofas to catch the perfect sunset, nature kayak tours, couples massage and in room hot tubs
Diving - All scuba diving expeditions at Cape Santa Maria use leading edge equipment, and are led by an experienced dive crew
Fishing - For a deep sea adventure, fishing excursions are available with experienced, professional guides
Sights nearby - Christopher Columbus monument

from $235 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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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

Valentines Resort & Marina

Harbour Island

A luxury resort located near arguably Harbour Island's best beach, Pink Sand Beach. Elegant suites and villas are traditionally designed with hardwood floors, whirring fans, and antique-style furniture. Well suited to families with several restaurants, a large pool, and endless activities.

Families - With accommodation of various sizes, babysitting, and plenty of activities for children — this is an idyllic family destination
Total relaxation - With an expansive spa, bars, restaurants, a beach near by, and pool — there is hardly a need to leave all holiday!
Restaurant - A choice of two restaurants (one serving Bahamian classics and the other a grill) and a coffee house
Spa - A full service spa and skin care centre

from $490 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Firefly Sunset Resort

Abaco Islands

Intimate beach resort that combines the benefits of holiday rentals with amenities of a boutique hotel. Self-catered colonial-style cottages feature contemporary chic yet cosy interiors. There's a lively restaurant, bar, two pools & plenty of watersports. A great choice for couples & families alike.

Honeymoons - Romantic honeymoon suite features its own plunge pool & its stunning suspended oceanfront location offers incredible sea views
Families - Two, three & four bedroom cottages suit all types of families & groups - an especially great choice for multi-gen breaks
Beach Life - An idyllic, sheltered & secluded spot for days filled with sun, sand & sea - there's really no need to leave the resort
Sights nearby - Dating from 1862, no trip to the island is complete without a visit to the candy-striped Elbow Reef Lighthouse in Hope Town

from $435 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees