Graycliff Hotel Nassau, Bahamas
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“A colonial mansion in the heart of downtown, Graycliff Hotel has manicured grounds; 20 guest rooms, a pool cottage where Winston Churchill once stayed, and tobacco-rolling sessions at the on-site Graycliff Cigar Company.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Nassau, Bahamas.
“The old-world flavor of this Georgian colonial landmark—built in the 1720s by ship captain Howard Graysmith—has made it a perennial favorite among both the rich and the famous (past guests have included the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Winston Churchill, Aristotle Onassis, and the Beatles).”
“The best hotel in the Bahamas isn’t even on the beach. It’s in downtown Nassau, right across from Government House, converted from the 1740 home of pirate Captain John Howard Graysmith, itself built from the remains of the 17th-century First Anglican church.”
“Nassau’s most characterful hotel is this 260-year-old home, built by a wealthy pirate. Hidden above town on West Hill St, the Georgian main house is filled with high-ceilinged rooms, musty antiques, mismatched oriental rugs and intriguing nooks and corners begging further exploration.”
“A Bahamian treasure dating back to 1740 and the pirate days of Captain John Howard Graysmith, Graycliff became an inn in 1844, reverted to a private mansion in the 1940s and, thirty years later, was reborn as an exquisitely-styled boutique hotel. It boasts the third-largest wine cellar in the world.”
“Nothing much has changed in this historic Nassau manor house for decades. The bedrooms still have kitsch fabrics and sturdy wooden furniture — more fitting of an English country house than the Bahamas — and the downstairs restaurant is still considered one of Nassau’s best.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
The stunning Graycliff hotel is located on the island of New Providence, in the town of Nassau, minutes from the beautiful white sandy beaches. The hotel itself is a piece of history and is situated in an 18th Century restored mansion, which is evident from the opulent design of the hotel.
Inside the hotel welcomes you with an old-time glamor while offering all the modern amenities you could expect from a 5-star hotel. The Graycliff hotel oozes sophistication with intimate candle-laden tables and a stylish colonial design throughout the premises.
Guest rooms include four poster beds, with splendid draping curtains and plushy upholstered furniture. Rooms are spacious and most rooms offer wonderful views over the hotel gardens. The hotel includes two swimming pools and two excellent restaurants. The Graycliff restaurant serves traditional Bahamian and contemporary food, whereas on the Piazza there is a pizzeria and a Brazilian steakhouse to satisfy guests’ hunger.
The Graycliff hotel is excellently located in the popular town of Government House, located in the old part of Nassau and close to the airport. Guests can enjoy days at the stunning nearby beaches or explore the town’s National Art Gallery.
The hotel is well located to explore the island and reach all the popular tourist areas. Paradise island is also close by and guests can enjoy the impressive stretches of pristine beach such as Cove Beach where the waters are crystal clear.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
27 February 2025
Best historical inn of Bahamas
18 March 2024
Exceptional
21 January 2024
Fabulous
Felt like we were living in our own plantation home.. lovely to sit in lounges and by the pool.
The restaurant is outstanding
Our room was very large and it was nice to sit out on the veranda
Staff kept everywhere very clean
Lovely piano playing
Very helpful, pleasant staff
There was road noise … but not so much as to detract from our stay .
28 December 2023
Exceptional
14 December 2023
Very poor
24 November 2023
Possibly the most authentic historical feel of The Bahamas
Possibly the most authentic historical feel of The Bahamas, and you get to live and relax there, not just a museum.
The pool has the most opulent “private pool” feel my wife and I have ever experienced.
The wine cellar has to be seen to fully understand the scale, breadth and depth of what is clearly a passion that goes beyond economics.
This is one of those places that could probably never be recreated, but let’s celebrate they are here right now.
With respect and thanks to Mr. Garzoli, family and team lead by the commendably professional “Derek”.
….leaving
17 July 2023
Exceptional
13 July 2023
Exceptional
22 June 2023
Passable
18 June 2023
This hotel, with its history and charm, needs to do better. it’s living on a past history. shame!
location and style, and swimming pool
Not very clean and things looked tired. Several areas quite dirty, mosquitoes in the toilets and the Maitre D was comically officious. And officious is the correct word!
11 June 2023
Bad
14 May 2023
Love the service, piano bar, cigars, location, unfortunate noise from the street is unavoidable
Breakfast was good but slow.
Noisy toilet in Windsor.
29 April 2023
Didn’t expected what i was waiting from a 5 stars hotel
Huge room
Thin walls that let many sounds go through our room, having WiFi in our bedroom was nearly impossible as well.
28 April 2023
Exceptional
10 April 2023
Very good
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Activities
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Evening entertainment
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
- - Cooking class (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Reception services
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Pool and wellness
- - Pool bar
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
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