According to Conde Nast, the Bahamas was among 2018's must-visit destinations. If you're considering a tropical vacation, why not Nassau, the Bahamian capital?
It lies on the island of New Providence, with neighboring Paradise Island, which is accessible via Nassau Harbor bridges. A popular cruise ship stop, the city has a hilly landscape and is known for beaches as well as its offshore coral reefs, popular for diving and snorkeling. It retains many of its typical pastel-colored British colonial buildings, like the pink-hued Government House.
Thankfully, there are plenty of relatively inexpensive flights between Seattle and Nassau. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind.
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Flight deals to Nassau
The cheapest flights between Seattle and Nassau are if you leave on March 4 and return from the Bahamas on March 7. JetBlue currently has tickets for $496, roundtrip.
There are also deals to be had in February. If you fly out of Seattle on Feb. 4 and return from Nassau on Feb. 8, jetBlue can get you there and back for $515 roundtrip.
Top Nassau hotels
To plan your stay, here are a couple of Nassau’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.
The Melia Nassau Beach Resort (West Bay Street)
If you're looking to splurge on top quality, consider The Melia Nassau Beach Resort. The hotel has a four-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $189.
This beachfront resort is near Cable Beach and the attached Cable Beach Golf Club.
The Reef Atlantis (1 Casino Drive)
There's also the 4.4-star rated The Reef Atlantis. Rooms are currently set at $179/night.
Featured Nassau food and drink
If you're looking for a popular spot to grab a bite, Nassau has plenty of excellent eateries to choose from. Here are a few from Skyscanner's listings to help you get started.
The Mesa Grill (1 Casino Drive West)
One of Nassau's most popular restaurants is The Mesa Grill, which has an average of five stars out of five reviews on Skyscanner.
Bobby Flay's Bahamas outpost of the Mesa Grill chain, also present in Las Vegas, is situated in the Atlantis Resort. It blends Southwestern and Caribbean cuisines and features desserts like cinnamon-dusted churros.
"Fantastic service, excellent food, wonderful decor," wrote visitor Michelle. "Pricey, but worth it."
Twin Brothers (Nassau)
Another popular dining destination is Twin Brothers, with 4.7 stars from 34 reviews.
"Great place to go eat real Bahamian food," wrote reviewer Daniel. "Don't settle for a burger. Definitely try the conch fish. It's a Bahamian favorite."
Cafe Matisse (Bank Lane)
Also worth considering is Cafe Matisse.
Filet mignon, unique seafood dishes and homemade pastas are served in an old colonial home lined with Matisse prints. An informed staff with exceptional attention to detail tends to guests during their meals.
"Cafe Matisse has one of the most sparkling reputations in the Bahamas — and for good reason," wrote Ramona. "Make sure you ask for a table in the picturesque courtyard so you enjoy beautiful scenery while a team of impeccably trained chefs and servers deliver gourmet dishes, like lobster ravioli and hearty rosemary steaks."
Featured local attractions
To round out your trip, Nassau offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are two top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
National Art Museum
The top-rated visitor attraction in Nassau, according to Skyscanner, is National Art Museum.
"This is my go-to place every time I visit Nassau," wrote visitor Donna. "The building is beautiful and exhibits are true Bahamian art."
Love Beach
Love Beach is another popular destination that sits on 40 protected acres of coral.
"The name says it all," wrote visitor John. "This beach is romantic and evocative."
