The Royal at Atlantis, Bahamas

The Royal at Atlantis, Bahamas, is classified as Deluxe within the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island. Inspired by the mythology of the Lost City of Atlantis, it combines recently renovated accommodation with access to a wide range of water attractions, marine habitats, restaurants, nightlife and sports. The lively setting suits families, couples and friends looking for an active resort holiday with plenty of choice close by.

Recently renovated guestrooms feature French balconies, while suites have full balconies. Depending on the room category, views include terrace, harbour, water, deluxe harbour and deluxe water outlooks. Rooms are furnished with either one king-size bed or two queen-size beds, providing practical options for couples and families. Wi-Fi for up to four devices per room is included, and the resort shuttle makes it easier to travel between facilities across Atlantis.

Your stay includes access to one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world, The Dig, daily fish feeding, films in the Atlantis Theatre and gaming lessons in the casino. The marine habitats span 15 lagoons and contain more than 50,000 aquatic animals across more than 250 species. Blue Adventures offers snorkelling, scuba diving and snuba around Bahamian coral reefs. Other facilities include six tennis courts, a basketball court and the 18-hole, par-72 Ocean Club Golf Course. Younger visitors can use Poseidon’s Playzone, Atlantis Kids Adventures and CRUSH Teen Club.

Across Atlantis, you can use more than 20 swimming areas and 11 pools, including three designed for children. Aquaventure covers 141 acres and features water slides, rivers and pools, while The Rapids River provides a mile-long ride with rapids and wave surges. Mandara Spa has 34 treatment villas, including a couples suite, plus warm and cold plunge pools, steam rooms, saunas, a full-service salon, and a barbershop. The 10,000-square-foot fitness centre includes cardio equipment, fitness programmes, personal training and a four-lane, 25-metre lap pool.

The resort has 21 restaurants and 19 bars and lounges, with dining associated with chefs Nobu Matsuhisa, José Andrés and Michael White. This broad selection gives you flexibility when choosing meals and drinks throughout your stay. For later evenings, Aura Nightclub has VIP seating, live DJs, a sunken dance floor and two bars, while the Atlantis Casino also provides drinks and gaming in a lively setting.

The Royal sits within the wider Atlantis resort on Paradise Island, placing its principal attractions within easy reach. Dolphin Cay focuses on conservation, rehabilitation, and education, with dolphin and sea lion interactions available. The Dig presents marine exhibits through recreated streets and tunnels of the Lost City, while the Atlantis Casino has 90 table games, 750 slot machines and a race and sports book.