TravelAnne Resort Checklist
This is the largest most popular resort in the Bahamas. Its even visible from the moon! This checks off a lot of boxes for those who want a fun-filled activity driven vacation.
By: TravelAnne Staff Writers
Editor's Note:
The room count here is over 3000. TravelAnne subscribers are mostly interested in THE COVE and THE REEF. They are truly a “resort within a resort,” so that’s what we’ll be profiling! Fasten your seatbelts and lets get started!
TravelAnne Resort Checklist
Atlantis, Paradise Island Resort
Paradise Island, Bahamas
Year Established: 1998 (The original structure built in 1968 was Paradise Island Resort and Casino. It was later taken over by Kerzner and developed into what we know today as Atlantis
Number of rooms: The Cove has 600 suites and The Reef has 497 condo-style units
Renovated: 2020
Number of restaurants and bars: 21 restaurants and 19 bars in the total complex. Closest to the Cove and Reef are Sea Glass for light tapas and drinks, Mosaic for Mediterranean fare, Sip Sip for poolside and beach dining, and Fish by Jose Andres. Advance reservations are a MUST for the majority of the restaurants found throughout the property!
Pool: 11 in the total complex. The Cascades pool is for Cove and Reef guests only. If you want to spend a day at the Aquaventure and Grotto pool you can reserve lounge chairs with solar powered coolers for a minimum of $99 per day!
Spa: This 30,000 square foot spa has its own dedicated building with 24 treatment suites and heated thalassotherapy pool. The Mandera Spa offers either Balinese or European based treatments using Elemis products. There are also full salon services as well
Fitness Center: Cardio, free weights, strength training machines, treadmills and fitness classes focused on yoga, pilates and spinning
Activities: Volleyball, tennis, rock climbing, video arcade, jogging trail, 1000 slot casino, 63 slip marina, 11 million gallon marine habitat, golf course, Aquaventure water park, teen club, night club, theatre and comedy club
Shopping: Lots! There is the Escape designer boutique lodged in the Cove, but if you crave more you can avail yourselves of the Crystal Court Shops or shuttle over to the Marina Village which has something for everyone in the family
Editors Note:
When you book with TravelAnne and are staying at the Cove or Reef you will receive daily breakfast for two, $100 food and beverage credit and upgrade if available at check in! These two buildings are your best options if looking for a five star experience!