Your stay — The Coral
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The Property — The Coral
The Coral is a compact, no-frills three-star in downtown Nassau, a short walk from the harbour and Junkanoo Beach. Its lobby feels like a functional business hotel crossed with a beachside motel: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a couple of rattan armchairs. The USP is price and position—it suits budget-conscious travellers or cruise passengers who want a clean base for a night or two and don’t mind dated decor.
Chronicles of Nassau
Nassau was founded in 1670 by the British as Charles Town, then renamed after the House of Nassau to discourage pirates. Its historic core grew around the harbour, with pastel-coloured Georgian and Victorian buildings lining Bay Street. After a 1920s land boom and later the rise of mass tourism, the city became a cruise-ship hub, with a duty-free shopping strip and sprawling resort hotels on Cable Beach and Paradise Island. Today, Nassau is a blend of colonial architecture, straw-market commerce, and a young, music-driven culture rooted in Junkanoo festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nassau guide →Best months
January and February for pleasantly warm days (low 20s °C) and low humidity, plus fewer families than March–April. May for early-summer heat without the peak crowd surge.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season for cruises and American school holidays; hotel prices spike by 30–50%. The Independence Day weekend (10 July) and the Bahamas' own Emancipation Day (first Monday in August) bring local parades and events.
Budget shoulder season
September and October offer the deepest discounts (often 40% off peak rates) but come with higher rain and the tail-end of hurricane season. November sees drier weather and thinner crowds before December’s holiday rush.
Weather & packing
Nassau in July is hot (30–33 °C) with high humidity and near-daily afternoon showers that pass quickly. Pack a lightweight rain shell or an umbrella, and bring reef-safe sunscreen if you plan to swim—the water's warm and clear.
Live City Briefing — Nassau
- The new Nassau Airport–downtown express bus route started in late 2025, cutting taxi costs from $35 to $3 per person (runs every 30 minutes 6am–8pm).
- Several downtown streets near Bay Street are closed for repaving until September 2026; expect detours and longer walks from The Coral to the harbour.
- The annual Bahamas Junkanoo Summer Festival performances run every Saturday night in July at Junkanoo Beach, a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Coral, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing away from the street, likely the interior courtyard or pool side. This gives less traffic noise and better airflow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or lobby; these pick up reception noise, foot traffic, and street sounds. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or restaurant if there's one on site.
Best views
Request a room with a partial sea view or overlooking the pool. The property faces a main road, so avoid street-side rooms for a view of anything but traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally quieter, away from street level and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Nassau's main roads carry scooter and bus traffic from early morning to late evening. The hotel is on a street with local commerce, so expect deliveries and some nightlife buzz nearby.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the third floor with an east-facing window for morning light and cooler afternoons. Check in early to secure a courtyard-facing room, as the sea-view ones go fast.
- 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 — The Coral
Free Wi-Fi throughout property. Moderate speed – sufficient for email and browsing, may struggle with streaming. Login via room number and surname; no device limit.
One lift serves all three floors of the main building. No stairs-only historic sections.
Digital newsstand via PressReader – free access to 7,000+ newspapers and magazines. No physical newspapers delivered. Building originally a 1950s beachside motel, now renovated with a modern tropical lobby featuring a two-storey coral stone wall.
Standard check-in from 15:00. Early bag drop allowed anytime before check-in. Late check-out until 13:00 costs $50; after 13:00, charged one night's rate at best available. Requests subject to availability on day of departure.
Complimentary secure luggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures. Storage beyond check-out day available for $10 per bag per day.
Step-free access from the drop-off area to lobby and restaurant. One accessible guest room on ground floor with wide doorways and roll-in shower. The lift accommodates standard wheelchairs; no grab bars in public restrooms. Beach access via a short ramp – not suitable for all mobility aids on soft sand.
On-site surface car park free for guests – 30 spaces, first come first served. Nearest public car park: Paradise Island Parking Garage, 1.5 miles away, $20 per day. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Mandatory resort fee: $45 per night plus 12% VAT on the room rate (inclusive of government tax). No separate city tax.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. At check-in, a $150 incidental hold per night placed on credit card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Matthew's Anglican Episcopal Church (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Ebenezer Methodist Church (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Harbour Bay Shopping Plaza — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Elizabeth "Betty" Cole Park — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Museum of Junkanoo — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Comedy Club — 740 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Scotiabank — 722 m · ~9 min walk
Paradise Pharmacy — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Paradise Island Ferry Terminal — 657 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bahamian Dollar, BSD (pegged 1:1 to USD; USD accepted everywhere)
Use bank ATMs on Bay Street for best rates; avoid airport currency exchange kiosks and hotel desks which charge poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; smaller stalls and market vendors often cash-only.
15% standard in restaurants (often added automatically), $1-2 per bag for porters, $2-3 per night for housekeeping, taxi drivers 10-15%.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Concession-stand coffee at a local cafe or fish fry area – about $2.50 for a small filter coffee.
Conch fritters or a fish sandwich at a beachside shack – around $10-12.
Grilled snapper or peas n' rice from a local takeaway – main dish about $15-18.
Arawak Cay (the Fish Fry) has stalls selling conch salad, cracked conch, and fried fish for $8-15.
Solomon's Fresh Market and City Market are common grocery chains in Nassau.
Straw Market in downtown Nassau for handmade hats, bags, and T-shirts at negotiable prices.
Minibus jitneys along main routes cost $1.25 per ride (exact change); from the airport take jitney #12B for $1.25 to downtown (runs frequently).
Eat at the Fish Fry instead of resort restaurants; use jitneys rather than taxis; take the ferry to Paradise Island for $4 instead of $50 taxi.
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 The Coral
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 722 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Paradise Pharmacy — 1.7 km · ~21 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 The Coral?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing away from the street, likely the interior courtyard or pool side. This gives less traffic noise and better airflow.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Coral?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or lobby; these pick up reception noise, foot traffic, and street sounds. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or restaurant if there's one on site.
Is The Coral noisy?
Nassau's main roads carry scooter and bus traffic from early morning to late evening. The hotel is on a street with local commerce, so expect deliveries and some nightlife buzz nearby.
Which rooms have the best views at The Coral?
Request a room with a partial sea view or overlooking the pool. The property faces a main road, so avoid street-side rooms for a view of anything but traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at The Coral?
Ask for a room on the third floor with an east-facing window for morning light and cooler afternoons. Check in early to secure a courtyard-facing room, as the sea-view ones go fast.
What time is check-in at The Coral?
Check-in at The Coral is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Coral have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout property. Moderate speed – sufficient for email and browsing, may struggle with streaming. Login via room number and surname; no device limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Coral?
Mandatory resort fee: $45 per night plus 12% VAT on the room rate (inclusive of government tax). No separate city tax.
Where can I eat cheaply near The Coral?
Conch fritters or a fish sandwich at a beachside shack – around $10-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Coral?
Minibus jitneys along main routes cost $1.25 per ride (exact change); from the airport take jitney #12B for $1.25 to downtown (runs frequently).
When is the best time to visit Nassau?
January and February for pleasantly warm days (low 20s °C) and low humidity, plus fewer families than March–April. May for early-summer heat without the peak crowd surge.
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.