Where to stay in the Bahamas

February 24, 2006 7:14 AM

Four nights in the Bahamas! Any recommendations for a mildly affordable place to stay that may be a little quieter than the huge resorts on Paradise Island?

I found cheap tix to Nassau for a 4 night weekend getaway with someone special in midmarch. Is it possible to avoid the big resorts full of spring-breaking undergrads, or should I just suck it up and enjoy not being in boston? Should I try to get to other islands? Anyone have good experiences in the Bahamas?

Mainly interested in R&R, pretty beaches, etc. Not averse to the idea of a resort or all-inclusive place, but I've never been and have no desire to be surrounded by frat boys for the entire vacation.

posted by allan to travel & transportation (2 comments total)

The NYT had an article in last Sunday's Travel section about quieter parts of the Bahamas. Should still be available w/o the archive fee.
posted by mdonley at 3:06 PM on February 24, 2006

Abaco and the out islands around it are quite nice and extremely relaxing. I spent a week on Elbow Cay several years back. Rented a small house right on the harbour in Hopetown. Beautiful.

For more information on Abaco and the nearby out islands, check out the Coconut Telegraph.
posted by Jase at 5:32 PM on February 24, 2006