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British Colonial Nassau - Nassau

Nassau beachfront private beach

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WiFi Breakfast Laundry Fully equipped fitness Private beachfront access

Nassau Bahamas Beachfront Hotel with Private Beach and Oceanfront Pools

British Colonial Nassau is a 4-star beachfront landmark on Bay Street, built in 1900 and rebuilt in 1924. A $92 million renovation in 2024 refreshed guestrooms, pools, and dining. Guests step onto a private beach, swim in two oceanfront freshwater pools, and dine at Woodes Rogers Tavern with live jazz or Sakana Noodle & Sushi Bar.

What You Get

A stay at British Colonial Nassau on Bay Street, a 4-star beachfront landmark with private beach access and two oceanfront pools
Daily breakfast buffet available at Tamarind Marketplace with chef-manned stations each morning
Access to two beachfront freshwater pools and the 24-hour fitness center included with every room
Six on-site dining and bar venues including Woodes Rogers Tavern with live jazz and Sakana Noodle & Sushi Bar
Steps from Nassau's historic core with Junkanoo Beach 0.3 mi away and Fort Fincastle 1.2 mi from the hotel

Plan Your Stay

Amenities

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Business center and meeting rooms
Business center and meeting rooms
Two oceanfront swimming pools
Two oceanfront swimming pools
Fully equipped fitness center
Fully equipped fitness center
Private beachfront access
Private beachfront access
Day passes, cabanas, and daybeds available
Day passes, cabanas, and daybeds available
  • WiFi: Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property
  • Breakfast: Daily buffet at Tamarind Marketplace with chef-manned stations
  • Laundry: Guest laundry and dry-cleaning service available
  • Accessibility features: Accessible rooms available upon request
  • Concierge: Sports Concierge available to book outdoor adventures
  • Business center and meeting rooms: Available on-site
  • Two oceanfront swimming pools: Outdoor beachfront freshwater pools
  • Fully equipped fitness center: 24-hour access included with every room
  • Private beachfront access: Complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas for guests
  • Housekeeping: Daily housekeeping service
  • Day passes, cabanas, and daybeds available: Reservable for an additional cost at the beach

Room Details

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City View King
City View King
Standard King
Standard King
City View Double Full
City View Double Full
  • City View King

    • Occupancy: 1x King Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests
    • Room amenities: Pool Access
    • Includes: Access to Two Beachfront Freshwater Pools, 24-Hour Fitness Center, City view
  • Standard King

    • Occupancy: 1x King Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests
    • Room amenities: Pool Access, Fitness Center
    • Includes: Access to Two Beachfront Freshwater Pools, 24-Hour Fitness Center
  • City View Double Full

    • Occupancy: 2x Double Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests, maximum capacity 4 guests
      • Above Standard occupancy: Guests beyond the first 2 incur a $20 surcharge per guest, per night.
    • Room amenities: Pool Access
    • Includes: Access to Two Beachfront Freshwater Pools, 24-Hour Fitness Center, City view

Getting There

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  • Nearest Airport: Lynden Pindling International (Nassau) (NAS) — 8 miles away
  • Distance from Nassau: 2 miles

Location Highlights

Fort Fincastle
Fort Fincastle

Attractions Nearby

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Junkanoo Beach (0.3 mi) — Lively public beach west of downtown Nassau with beach bars, watersports, and turquoise water.
Nassau Straw Market — Historic covered marketplace on Bay Street selling handmade Bahamian straw goods, souvenirs, and local crafts.
Fort Fincastle (1.2 mi) — 18th-century British colonial fort reached via the historic Queen's Staircase with panoramic Nassau harbor views.

Hidden Gems

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Nassau Botanical Gardens (1.3 mi) — An 18-acre public garden with tropical plant collections, ponds, and a butterfly garden, far less crowded than the tourist strip.
Quarry Mission Park (0.7 mi) — A small, locally used green space well off the cruise-tourist path for a quieter Nassau moment.
Windsor Park (1.6 mi) — A local sports and recreation park used for community events, offering an authentic glimpse of everyday Nassau life.

Trip Ideas

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Downtown Nassau Heritage Half-Day — Walk to the Nassau Straw Market, climb the Queen's Staircase to Fort Fincastle for harbor views, then return for cocktails at Woodes Rogers Tavern.
Beach and Green-Space Escape — Morning swim at Junkanoo Beach, a quiet afternoon at Nassau Botanical Gardens, then dinner at Sakana Noodle & Sushi Bar back on-site.

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  • Fort Fincastle — Kiran891 / CC BY-SA · source

Fine Print

  • Cancellation & Changes

    • A 7-day cancellation notice is required prior to check-in; reservations cancelled within the cancellation window are non-refundable.
    • Room upgrades: Upgrades may be available at check-in for an additional cost.
    • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate.
    • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in.

    Check-in & Check-out

    • Check-in after 4 PM.
    • Check-out before 11 AM.

    Eligibility & ID

    • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in.
    • Guests must be 21+ to check in.
    • This is a cashless property
    • All major credit and debit cards are accepted.

    Fees & Charges

    • Parking: Valet: $25 per day (no in/out) or $35 overnight (up to 3 in/out).
    • Resort fee of $49.50 per night plus tax, included in the price shown
    • Your checkout summary confirms what's paid to Groupon and what's due at the property.
    • Incidental deposit on a valid credit or debit card required at check-in.
    • The price shown is the full price of your reservation, and only applicable taxes are added at checkout.
    • Garage Self Parking: $10 first 2 hours, $2 each additional hour, or $30 overnight.

    Other

    • Pets are not permitted with the exception of Service Animals.
    • Smoking is not permitted.
    • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.

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