Small Hope Bay LodgevsThe Cove Eleuthera
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. On balance, Small Hope Bay Lodge ranks slightly better than The Cove Eleuthera. Small Hope Bay Lodge has a TripExpert Score of 83 with praise from 3 publications like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Small Hope Bay Lodge
Fresh Creek, 00000, Andros
From $392/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's
"This much-loved, beachside all-inclusive resort—over 50 years strong and the Atlantic/Caribbean's first dive resort—has a devoted following of repeat divers." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This resort is rustic but modern, with a casual, breezy feel. Outdoor-adventure types can join excursions for diving and fishing, kayaking, eco-tours, and more." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This laid-back ecoresort is small and isolated enough that everyone gets to know each other – stay a week, and you’re sure to come away with new friends." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Small Hope Bay Lodge is an all-inclusive boutique resort in Central Andros that caters to diving and fishing enthusiasts and travellers who love to be close to nature." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"On Andros Island, beachfront cabins hand-built in the 1960s are decorated with local artwork, handmade furniture, and batik fabrics, showcasing the resort's natural beauty and surroundings"
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"These 21 luxurious yet unfussy units on a quiet, mangrove-backed stretch of Small Hope Bay are a lovely place to linger" Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Small Hope Bay Lodge is an informal, natural, all-inclusive property located on Andros Island, a short flight from Nassau" Full review
The Cove Eleuthera
Queen's Highway, Gregory Town, Eleuthera
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"So you won’t get an authentic feel of Eleuthera (one of my favorite islands) at this manicured boutique, but you will live out your fantasy of being pampered in paradise." Full review
Jetsetter
"Modern resort on one of the more secluded Bahamian islands, with tons of outdoor activities and an excellent restaurant serving just-caught fish." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Utter seclusion and luxury to the nth degree are the hallmarks of this exquisite boutique resort, tucked into lush landscaping along a calm, turquoise bay." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A secret-feeling sanctuary tucked between two white sand coves on the less touristy island of Eleuthera, this resort feels almost like a private island" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"a 40-acre boutique hotel that opened in the Bahamas in 2013, has become the go-to for high-profile travelers seeking understated, off-the-beaten-path luxury. "
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In the bathroom, guests can choose between a free-standing tub and a generous outdoor shower, perhaps one of the room’s most luxurious features.
Travel + Leisure
"Tucked between two white-sand coves located on the narrowest point of the island, The Cove is a 29-room boutique property best suited for travelers seeking a tranquil hideaway"
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