Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas: Insider Tips & Fun Facts
Atlantis, Paradise Island offers a wide variety of guest accommodations based on your preferences. The ultra-sophisticated Cove Atlantis is a chic addition to the resort, and the most luxurious choice. Conveniently located between the casino and spa, Royal Towers offers deluxe, centrally-situated accommodations. Between the casino and Predator Lagoon, Coral Towers offers convenience and moderately-priced accommodations. The eastern end of Atlantis, Paradise Island is home to value-priced Beach Tower, next to the Lazy River Ride, and Club Rush. Consider the tips below when planning your trip.
Atlantis Insider Tips
When to go
For best availability and slightly lower rates, consider traveling Sunday – Wednesday. When planning travel during major US holidays, be sure to book as early as possible for best availability and accommodation choices.
May and November are popular times for visiting Atlantis, as the weather and rates are great. September and October are known as the "rainy season," but—during these months—you can save even more on your airfare and hotel stay.
Fun Facts
- 2010 Atlantis, Paradise Island in The Bahamas was named #1 in Parents magazine’s “Ten Best Family Beach Resorts.”
- 2009 Travelage West WAVE Award - Best Family-Friendly Resort, Caribbean.
- Trip Advisor - Travelers’ Choice: Coral Towers was named in the “Top 10 Best Resorts for Families” in Mexico/Caribbean.
- TravelAge West – Editor’s Pick: “Best Resort for Families in the Caribbean” Featuring over 20 million gallons of salt and freshwater, Atlantis, Paradise Island is the world’s largest open-air marine habitat, second only to Mother Nature.
- Pools, slides, lagoons, and marine habitats occupy over 141 acres of the resort's total 170 acres.
- Explore Aquaventure, 141 acres of innovative waterscape including thrilling water slides and river rides. Discover the secrets of the lost city of Atlantis in The Dig and interact with gentle Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins and friendly California sea lions in Dolphin Cay.
- The resort is home to more than 50,000 sea animals living in 14 exhibit lagoons.
- The Atlantis Casino is home to four Dale Chihuly glass sculptures, including the Crystal Gate at the entrance, weighing 30,000 pounds and comprised of 2,000 pieces.
- Movies recently filmed onsite include Casino Royale (2006), Into the Blue (2005), and After the Sunset (2004), as well as numerous TV specials and televised concerts such as the Miss Universe and the Miss Teen pageants. Previous acts to perform at Atlantis Live are Fergie, Maroon 5, the Jonas Brothers, and Miley Cyrus to name just a few.
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