Your stay — Delaporte Point
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The Property — Delaporte Point
Delaporte Point is a no-frills three-star on the northeastern edge of Nassau, close to the cruise port but far enough from the main strip to feel quiet. The lobby is air-conditioned, tiled and functional, with a small front desk and a rack of local tour leaflets. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, safe base for a night before or after a cruise, rather than anyone seeking resort amenities or ocean views.
Chronicles of Nassau
Nassau was founded in 1670 as Charles Town by the British, rebuilt and renamed after King William III in 1695, and soon became a hub for pirates and privateers. Its harbour was fortified with massive stone walls and bastions, and the city's architecture still shows British colonial influence in pastel-painted Georgian-style buildings along Bay Street. The legalisation of casinos in the 1960s transformed it into a tourism and offshore finance centre, and today the city balances a busy cruise-ship economy with a lively Junkanoo street-parade culture. Contemporary Nassau has a distinctly Caribbean pace, with a skyline of low-rise hotels and pastel government buildings sloping up from the harbour.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nassau guide →Best months
December to April: dry, sunny, and temperatures hover in the mid-70s to low-80s°F (24-28°C). Humidity is low, rain is rare, and cruise crowds are steady but manageable.
Peak / festival surge
Peak runs from mid-December through Easter, plus July over American Independence Day. January sees the highest hotel rates, often doubling from low-season prices, driven by winter escape demand and the New Year's Junkanoo parades. Expect full occupancy and premium pricing.
Budget shoulder season
May and November offer the best bargains: still warm (low 80s°F / 27-30°C), fewer tourists, and rates can drop by 30-40% from peak. June and October are wetter but cheaper again.
Weather & packing
The Bahamas sit in the Atlantic hurricane belt, so July is the start of the wet season with daily afternoon downpours possible. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella, plus high-SPF sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat; the sun is fierce even when it's cloudy.
Live City Briefing — Nassau
- Nassau's airport (Lynden Pindling) completed a new US pre-clearance facility in early 2026, speeding up departures to American cities — arrive at least 2.5 hours early anyway.
- The main road from the airport to downtown, John F. Kennedy Drive, has ongoing resurfacing work through summer 2026, causing occasional delays: allow 10 extra minutes for taxi rides.
- Potter's Cay Dock, the main fresh-produce market east of downtown, remains open but limited after a fire damaged a section in 2025 — check locally for full reopening dates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Delaporte Point, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 to 4 at the rear of the building (facing away from West Bay Street). These upper floors reduce street noise while still being accessible via stairs if the lift is busy. Rooms at the back overlook the quieter side street and courtyard, giving a better night's sleep.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lobby, lift, or service entrance — these suffer from foot traffic, door slams, and early morning kitchen noise. Also skip any room labelled 'garden view', as these face the pool/bar area and can get rowdy in the evening.
Best views
A room at the rear on floors 2–4 gives a decent view of the hotel's courtyard and pool, plus a sliver of blue sky. The front-facing rooms see West Bay Street and the opposite shops — not worth the noise. No ocean view from Delaporte Point; it's set back on the block.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 to 4, rear side of the building (away from West Bay Street).
🔊 Noise notes
West Bay Street is a main arterial road with constant traffic: taxis, scooters, tour buses, and delivery trucks. The ground-floor bar plays reggae and soca until 11pm most nights. Early morning garbage collection near the service entrance by the kitchen can wake you from 6am. The lift motor is poorly insulated and hums audibly on the ground and first floors.
Insider tips
Request a room at check-in stating you're a light sleeper — the front desk may assign you a rear-facing upper floor if available. Parking is limited to a small lot at the back; arrive before 2pm to secure a space, or use the public lot two blocks east on Shirley Street (free after 5pm).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Delaporte Point
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed approx 25 Mbps; login via room number and surname.
Two lifts serve all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand; physical copies of the Nassau Guardian and Tribune available at reception (breakfast hours only).
Check-in 15:00, check-out 11:00. Early bag drop available from 12:00. Late check-out until 14:00 for $75 if available.
Complimentary storage at front desk, 24h access.
Step-free entrance at side door, lift access to all floors, one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; no pool lift.
On-site self-parking for $20/night; no valet. Nearest public car park: Fort Charlotte Car Park, $15/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% resort fee per night, plus 10% VAT and 10% gratuity added to room rate
Deposit & card hold: Full first night deposit required at booking; $100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Mount Horeb Baptist Church (848 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sandyport Plaza — 735 m · ~9 min walk
Sandy Port mangroves — 841 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
RBC — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bahamian Dollar, BSD (pegged 1:1 with USD; USD accepted everywhere)
ATMs at banks on Bay Street give fair rates; avoid airport and resort bureaux which add high fees or poor rates.
Visa/MC widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; many local stalls and smaller eateries are cash-only.
15% at restaurants if service charge not added; $1-2 per bag for porters; $2-3 per night for housekeeping; taxis 10-15%.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local bakery or coffee cart coffee, $2-3
Conch fritters or fish sandwich from a beachside shack, $8-12
Simple grilled fish or chicken with rice, $12-18 at a local restaurant
Fish fry area at Arawak Cay offers many cheap stalls, 5-10 minute walk west along Bay Street
City Market (chain) on Bay Street; no big-box stores nearby
Bay Street itself has souvenir and local shops; bargain markets at Straw Market (cash, haggle)
Jitney (minibus) $1.25 per ride; from airport take jitney #12B or #10 to Bay Street for $1.25 (vs $30+ taxi)
Eat at local fish fry rather than resort restaurants; avoid bottled water—tap water is safe; use jitneys instead of taxis within town.
Emergency Contacts
NassauIn Nassau, dial 911 for police, ambulance, or fire. For non-emergencies, contact the Royal Bahamas Police Force at 242-322-4444. The Bahamas Air Sea Rescue Association (BASRA) is on 242-322-3877 for marine emergencies.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nassau, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Delaporte Point
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · RBC — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) → Arawak Inn
💡 Call the inn a day before arrival to confirm. It's free for hotel guests but seats are limited.
Downtown Nassau (George Street) → Arawak Inn (West Bay Street stop)
💡 Exact change only—drivers don't break bills. Sit on the ocean side for best views.
Downtown Nassau (Bay Street) → Arawak Inn (West Bay Street)
💡 Look for minibuses with yellow licence plates—they run shared routes. Flag them anywhere along the route.
Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) → Arawak Inn (West Bay Street)
💡 Fixed rate from airport to cable beach area is $35 for 1-2 people. Ask for a rate card before getting in.
About Nassau
Wikipedia ↗
Nassau ( NASS-aw) is the capital and largest city of the Bahamas. It is on the island of New Providence, which has a population of 296,522, 74.26% of the country's total population. Nassau is commonly defined as a primate city, dwarfing all other towns in the country. It is the centre of commerce, e...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Delaporte Point?
Request a room on floors 2 to 4 at the rear of the building (facing away from West Bay Street). These upper floors reduce street noise while still being accessible via stairs if the lift is busy. Rooms at the back overlook the quieter side street and courtyard, giving a better night's sleep.
Which rooms should I avoid at Delaporte Point?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lobby, lift, or service entrance — these suffer from foot traffic, door slams, and early morning kitchen noise. Also skip any room labelled 'garden view', as these face the pool/bar area and can get rowdy in the evening.
Is Delaporte Point noisy?
West Bay Street is a main arterial road with constant traffic: taxis, scooters, tour buses, and delivery trucks. The ground-floor bar plays reggae and soca until 11pm most nights. Early morning garbage collection near the service entrance by the kitchen can wake you from 6am. The lift motor is poorly insulated and hums audibly on the ground and first floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Delaporte Point?
A room at the rear on floors 2–4 gives a decent view of the hotel's courtyard and pool, plus a sliver of blue sky. The front-facing rooms see West Bay Street and the opposite shops — not worth the noise. No ocean view from Delaporte Point; it's set back on the block.
What are insider tips for staying at Delaporte Point?
Request a room at check-in stating you're a light sleeper — the front desk may assign you a rear-facing upper floor if available. Parking is limited to a small lot at the back; arrive before 2pm to secure a space, or use the public lot two blocks east on Shirley Street (free after 5pm).
What time is check-in at Delaporte Point?
Check-in at Delaporte Point is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Delaporte Point have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed approx 25 Mbps; login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Delaporte Point?
10% resort fee per night, plus 10% VAT and 10% gratuity added to room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Delaporte Point?
Conch fritters or fish sandwich from a beachside shack, $8-12
What is the cheapest way to get around from Delaporte Point?
Jitney (minibus) $1.25 per ride; from airport take jitney #12B or #10 to Bay Street for $1.25 (vs $30+ taxi)
When is the best time to visit Nassau?
December to April: dry, sunny, and temperatures hover in the mid-70s to low-80s°F (24-28°C). Humidity is low, rain is rare, and cruise crowds are steady but manageable.
Top Attractions in Nassau
💡 Free entry but donations expected. It's small — 20 minutes is enough. Combine with a walk through the nearby Prince George Wharf.
💡 Go early morning (before 9am) to avoid cruise ship crowds. The top gives you a decent view of the harbour for free.
💡 Free entry but donations welcome. Bring your own water — no café on site. The audio tour is worth the small fee.
💡 Entry is $10 for adults, free on the first Thursday of each month. The courtyard café is a quiet spot for coffee away from Bay Street.
💡 Entry is $19 per adult — one of the few cheap animal encounters. The flamingo parade is at 11am and 2pm. Allow 90 minutes.