Graycliff Hotel

What a wonderful reprieve from “the Bahamas”. Came for a girls long weekend and wanted to avoid rambunctious kids and water parks at all costs. Could not have found a better hotel for relaxing. The restaurant is of course phenomenal (be prepared to pay for the quality though). Graycliff also boasts the third largest wine cellar in the world - definitely worth grabbing a tour of you can. The evening live music is beautiful and well worth silly-dallying for.

Possibly the most authentic historical feel of The Bahamas, and you get to live and relax there, not just a museum. The pool has the most opulent “private pool” feel my wife and I have ever experienced. The wine cellar has to be seen to fully understand the scale, breadth and depth of what is clearly a passion that goes beyond economics. This is one of those places that could probably never be recreated, but let’s celebrate they are here right now. With respect and thanks to Mr. Garzoli, family and team lead by the commendably professional “Derek”.

In busy, touristy, sometimes even artificial Nassau, this is the oasis you are looking for. I can't put my finger on it, but none of the photos, not even professional ones, pay this place justice. They tend to come out "granny-style". But the house is a gorgeous colonial-style building full of antiques and lovely details. It is like travelling back in time, in a good way. The huge, lush garden with the pool (yep, that pool with the blue, painted bottom) makes you forget the crowded, souvenir shops and the dusty roads in a second.

Graycliff is a beautiful historic building with exceptional character, a stunning pool, amazing wine cellar and wonderful helpful staff. It’s also located close to other historic buildings, the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas and the chocolate and cigar tourist attractions. Just a very special Bahamas experience to be treasured.

The restaurant maitre'd Anthony and housekeeping Kim were amazing as was Maureen at reception and the woman who took care of our reservations. The head waiter Major was superbas was his entire team Glinton, Dinero, Chris and ther was one other but I can't remember his name.