
Sandals Emerald Bay, Bahamas
Luxury Caribbean holidays, Deep within the idyllic waters of the Exumas, the brand new Sandals Emerald Bay brings unprecedented luxury to the easy-going rhythms of the Bahamian Out Islands.
Overview

Here, a privileged enclave is designed to ensure you will feel as if you are the only ones there, where service reigns supreme and Bahamian-style architecture of elegant villas and suites harmonize with nature.
Secluded within 500 tropical acres along a pristine, mile-long beach, civilized pleasure coexist with exotic adventures, from three impressive pools —including a half-acre, zero-entry pool with dramatic fire pit in the middle — to five exceptional restaurants. Play championship golf on a Greg Norman-designed course, voted one of the Caribbean's Best by Travel & Leisure Golf. Relax in the first-ever 29,000 sq. ft.Red Lane® Dermalogica concept spa. Explore impossibly beautiful turquoise waters renowned for their boating, fishing and diving. A unique blend of seclusion and sophistication.
Georgetown Airport is just 10 minutes from the resort.
Accommodation
Evoking the British Colonial elegance of a private island home, all 183 villas and suites – oceanview or beachfront – are true havens of tranquility, appointed with every conceivable amenity. Just steps from the pristine sands of a mile-long stretch of beach, each is carefully designed for romantic escapes, appealing to the most discerning travellers.
Butler Suites & Rooms
All of the following rooms at Sandals Emerald Bay include our exclusive personal butler service. Over-the-top luxurious baths, an en-suite bar stocked with top-shelf liquors and wines, and the most indulgent bedding that inspires your best night's sleep ever. Everything feels better, tastes better, and creates the most endearing of memories when luxury is priority one.
Colossal Penthouse Constellation Suite (PBCS)
This colossal suite is in excess of 750 sq. ft. finished with silver and blue accents and features stone floors, dark stained hand-crafted furnishings including a four-poster mahogany king size bed. Suite has two area rugs and a 60" flat screen TV. The living area includes a table for in-suite dining, a sofa and chair. The bathroom boasts double silver cloud marble vanities and a walk-in shower with separate bathtub. The large balcony offers a hammock so guests can see the canopy of stars at night. This suite is located on the 2nd floor of the Seaside Villa.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea
Colossal Beachfront Walkout Constellation Suite (WBCS)
This colossal suite is in excess of 750 sq. ft. finished with silver and blue accents and features stone floors, dark stained hand-crafted furnishings including a four-poster mahogany king size bed. Suite has two area rugs and a 60" flat screen TV. The living area includes a table for in-suite dining, a sofa and chair. The bathroom boasts double silver cloud marble vanities and a walk-in shower with separate bathtub. The large patio has a double hammock so guests can gaze at the canopy of stars at night. This suite is located on the 1st floor of the Seaside Villa.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea
Royal Estate 2 Story One Bedroom Beachfront Suite with Pool (BSP)
This extraordinarily spacious two-story, one-bedroom, beachfront suite displays a sumptuous décor in rich shades of sky-blue, natural green or vivid pastels. Featuring stone floors adorned with custom area rugs and dark-stained, handcrafted furnishings, the Royal Estate One Bedroom Suite boasts a pool and a peaceful patio courtyard perfect for al fresco dining and relaxation. The first floor offers huge living and dining rooms. The master bedroom encompasses most of the second floor with a den, a king size bed, a walk-in closet and two spacious balconies. The suite also features a 42-inch flat screen plasma TV and surround sound DVD/CD player. The master bath dazzles with double marble vanity sinks, a lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a deep soaking tub.
- Room View: Sweeping unobstructed views overlooking the beach and brilliant turquoise waters of Emerald Bay.
Crystal Honeymoon Penthouse Oceanfront One Bedroom Suite (P1B)
These oversized, one-bedroom suites offer a separate living room and bedroom; all furnished in either a sky-blue or natural green colour scheme. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork and gorgeous British-Colonial touches. The master bedroom bath dazzles with its double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and separate soaking tub. The comfortable living room boasts a sitting area, second bathroom and storage area. The generous balcony offers a teak table and chairs, ideal for enjoying stunning seascapes.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and crystal emerald sea
Walkout Grande Isle Honeymoon One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite (W1BF)
These oversized one bedroom suites offer a separate living room and bedroom. Suites are finished in either a sky, or a sea grass colour scheme. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark stained handcrafted furnishings, white painted millwork, and British Colonial inspired castings and trims. The master bedroom bath features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The comfortable living room has a sitting area, second bathroom and a closet. There is a large patio featuring teak table and chairs.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and crystal emerald sea
Prime Minister Honeymoon Beachfront Walkout One Bedroom Villa Suite (PW1)
These large one-bedroom suites feature an oversized bedroom and a large living room, separated by French doors. Furnished in natural tones, these suites offer stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained, handcrafted furniture, impressive, white-painted millwork and British-Colonial inspired decorative touches and trims. The master bedroom boasts a plush king size bed, a walk-in closet and a master bathroom with dual marble vanity sinks, a lighted makeup mirror, a glass-enclosed shower and a deep soaking tub. The bathroom in the living room showcases a marble vanity sink and glass-enclosed shower.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and brilliant turquoise waters of Emerald Bay.
Grande Isle Honeymoon One Bedroom Oceanfront Suite (1BF)
These oversized, one-bedroom suites boast a separate living room and bedroom, finished throughout in either sky-blue or natural green tones. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The master bath showcases a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, a glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The comfortable living room offers a sitting area, second bathroom and storage space. The large balcony or patio provides teak table and chairs, perfect for gazing out at the sparkling ocean.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and crystal emerald sea
Coco Plum Penthouse Grande Luxe Beachfront Suite (PGB)
This oversized bedroom is finished with silver and blue accents and features a stone floor, dark stained hand-crafted furnishings including a four-poster mahogany king size bed, area rugs and a large flat screen TV. The bathroom boasts a double vanity, walk-in shower and separate bathtub. The room opens up to a large balcony overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea. This room is located on the 2nd floor of the Seaside Villa.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea
Coco Plum Grande Luxe Beachfront Walkout Suite (WGB)
This oversized bedroom is finished with silver and blue accents and features a stone floor, dark stained hand-crafted furnishings including a four-poster mahogany king size bed, area rugs and a large flat screen TV. The bathroom boasts a double vanity, walk-in shower and separate bathtub. The room opens up to a large patio overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea. This room is located on the 1st floor of the Seaside Villa.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea
Walkout Bay House Honeymoon One Bedroom Oceanview luxury Suite (W1BO)
These oversized one bedroom suites offer a separate living room and bedroom. Suites are finished in either a sky, or a sea grass colour scheme. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark stained handcrafted furnishings, white painted millwork, and British Colonial inspired castings and trims. The master bedroom bath features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The comfortable living room has a sitting area, second bathroom and a closet. There is a large patio featuring teak table and chairs.
- Room View: Direct ocean view of crystal emerald sea
Bay House Honeymoon One Bedroom Oceanview Luxury Suite (1BO)
These expansive one-bedroom suites offer a separate living room and bedroom, finished throughout in soothing shades of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The master bath boasts a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The comfortable living room comes complete with a sitting area, second bathroom and storage space. The large balcony or patio provides teak table and chairs for relaxing and taking in the gorgeous seascapes.
- Room View: Direct ocean view of crystal emerald sea
Great Exuma Honeymoon One Bedroom Suite (1B)
These generously proportioned one bedroom suites showcase a separate living room and bedroom, finished in shades of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The master bath dazzles with a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The comfortable living room offers a sitting area, second bathroom and storage space. The large balcony or patio boasts a teak table and chairs, ideal for taking in luxuriant, tropical scenery.
- Room View: Stunning views of the crystal emerald sea and or pool
Emerald Bay Honeymoon Penthouse Beachfront Villa Suite (PBV)
These huge junior suites, complete with sumptuous king-size beds, display exquisite decor in shades of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The gleaming bathroom boasts a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The spacious balcony offers a teak table and chairs, ideal for lounging and gazing out at the sunlit ocean.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea
Harbour bay Honeymoon Beachfront Walkout Villa Suite (BWV)
These generously proportioned junior suites, complete with plush, king-size beds, showcase an exquisite decor in tones of sky-blue or a natural green. The suites boast stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork and British-Colonial-inspired details and trims. The bathroom features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The large patio offers a teak table and chairs perfect for taking in the breathtaking tropical scenery.
- Room View: Sweeping views overlooking the beach and crystal emerald sea
Concierge Suites & Rooms
A Sandals signature, Concierge level accommodations include Suite Concierge Service which, in addition to all luxury amenities, also includes a sitting area, his & her robes, fully stocked in-room bars, daily newspaper and a full bath available in the Concierge Lounge for use after check-out prior to airport transfer.
Walkout Palm Bay Oceanview Luxury (WOL)
These oversized rooms offer a king bed and are furnished in either a sky, or a sea grass colour scheme. The rooms feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark stained handcrafted furnishings, white painted millwork, and British Colonial inspired castings and trims. The bathroom features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. There is a patio featuring teak table and chairs. These rooms are located on the 1st floor of Bay House 1, 4, 5 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the crystal emerald sea
Honeymoon Luxury Paradise Jr. Suite (HJ)
These generously proportioned junior suites, complete with plush king-size beds, are adorned with décor in tones of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom boasts a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony or patio offers a teak table and chairs and gorgeous tropical scenery. These suites are located on the corner of the 1st and 2nd floors of Bay House 4, 6 and 7.
- Room View: Lush landscaped gardens
Halfmoon Cay Grande Oceanview Jr. Suite (OJ)
These expansive junior suites complete with plush king-size beds, display furnishings in tones of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom boasts a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony or patio offers a teak table and chairs, perfect for soaking in the spectacular ocean vistas. These suites are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Bay House 1, 4, 6 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the crystal emerald sea
Walkout Halfmoon Cay Grande Oceanview Jr. Suite (WOJ)
These oversized junior suites offer a king bed and are furnished in either a sky, or a sea grass color scheme. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark stained handcrafted furnishings, white painted millwork, and British Colonial inspired castings and trims. The bathroom features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. There is a patio featuring teak table and chairs. These suites are located on the corner of 1st floor of Bay House 1,6 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the crystal emerald sea
Coral Reef Oceanfront Luxury (OFL)
These generously proportioned rooms with sumptuous king-size beds are adorned with décor in shades of sky-blue or natural green. The rooms feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom dazzles with a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony boasts a teak table and chairs and gorgeous seascapes. These rooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Bay House 1, 2 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and the crystal emerald sea
Walkout Coral Reef Oceanfront Luxury (WOFL)
These oversized rooms offer a king bed and are furnished in either a sky, or a sea grass colour scheme. The rooms feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark stained handcrafted furnishings, white painted millwork, and British Colonial inspired castings and trims. The bathroom features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. There is a patio featuring teak table and chairs. These rooms are located on the 1st floor of Bay House 1 and 2.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and the crystal emerald sea
Pink Sands Penthouse Oceanfront Luxury (POL)
These spacious rooms with plush king-size beds display furnishings in tones of sky-blue or natural green. The rooms feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom boasts a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony offers a teak table and chairs, ideal for lounging and enjoying panoramic ocean views. These rooms are located on the 3rd floor of Bay House 1 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and the crystal emerald sea
Grande Bahamian Honeymoon Oceanfront Jr. Suite (HOJ)
These oversized junior suites, complete with sumptuous king-size beds, come finished in rich shades of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom dazzles with a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony boasts a teak table and chairs, perfect for gazing out at the sunlit sea. These suites are located on the 2nd floor of Bay House 1 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and the crystal emerald sea
Walkout Grande Bahamian Honeymoon Oceanfront Jr. Suite (WHOJ)
These oversized junior suites offer a king bed and are furnished in either a sky, or a sea grass colour scheme. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark stained handcrafted furnishings, white painted millwork, and British Colonial inspired castings and trims. The bathroom features a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. There is a patio featuring teak table and chairs. These suites are located on the 1st floor of Bay House 1 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and the crystal emerald sea
Crystal Honeymoon Penthouse Oceanfront Jr. Suite (POJ)
These expansive junior suites, complete with sumptuous king-size beds, display decor in tones of sky-blue or natural green. The suites feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom boasts a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony or patio offers a teak table and chairs, ideal for enjoying sparkling seascapes. Suites are located on the 3rd floor of Bay House 1 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the beach and the crystal emerald sea
Palm Bay Oceanview Luxury (OL)
These oversized rooms, with sumptuous king-size beds, come furnished in shades of sky-blue or natural green. The rooms feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom dazzles with a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony or patio provides a teak table and chairs, ideal for taking in the magnificent oceanfront scenery. These rooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Bay House 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
- Room View: Stunning views of the crystal emerald sea
Exuma Honeymoon Luxury (HL)
These spacious rooms with sumptuous king-size beds display décor in shades of sky-blue or natural green. The rooms feature stone floors with custom area rugs, dark-stained handcrafted furnishings, white-painted millwork, and British-Colonial-inspired touches and trims. The bathroom offers a double marble vanity, lighted makeup mirror, glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. The balcony or patio boasts a teak table and chairs, perfect for enjoying vistas of the luxuriant, tropical foliage. These rooms are located on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors of Bay House 3,4,6 and 7.
- Room View: Lush landscaped gardens
Restaurants & Bars
Embark on an unforgettable gastronomic journey, where refined cuisines from impressive menus are served in romantic settings indoor, outdoors and even at your choice of exotic on-property locales with optional private dining service for two. The five restaurants that comprise the resort's notable dining collection are destinations in themselves. All offer parings of wine and cuisine with Beringer® varietals corked exclusively for Sandals, all Included and unlimited. Or you may choose a distinguished wine from out Chairman's Wine Selection.
IL CIELO
Fine Italian cuisine awaits you in this elegant restaurant. Reservations are essential for dinner as Il Cielo is a sought-after eating place at Sandals Emerald Bay. Get there early for breakfast too if you want a seat on the sunny terrace overlooking the well-manicured gardens. It's a relaxing and popular hotspot.
La Parisienne
Sandals Emerald Bay’s newest and finest restaurant features a Progressive French menu and white glove service that rival any of the fine restaurants located on Paris’ storied Left Bank. Dine indoors or outside on the terrasse surrounded by lush tropical greenery.
BAREFOOT BY THE SEA
You won't be footloose and fancy free but, as the restaurant name implies, you can be barefoot by the sea with your feet resting on the soft white sand. Within a stone's throw of the ocean, under a Caribbean thatched roof, you can sample the local specialty, conch salad and fritters.
THE DRUNKEN DUCK PUB
This lively authentic pub was built in Ireland and has brought all the charm and excitement with it to Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma. Enjoy typical British food here, from Bangers & Mash and Fish & Chips to Shepherd's Pie.
BAHAMA BAY
This two-level open concept restaurant offers a comprehensive buffet breakfast featuring made-to-order omelettes and smoothies. At lunch, indulge in an impressive culinary variety that changes every day. At night, the chefs at Bahama Bay lay out spectacular dinner buffets that change daily from Asian, Mediterranean and Mexican to the wildly popular Caribbean Seafood extravaganza.
DINO'S PIZZERIA
By day, treat yourself to a hand-tossed gourmet pizza baked crisp in our Woodstone oven. Dine al sole or all’ombra – in the sun or in the shade - on an expansive outdoor deck that offers views of Emerald Bay. By night, the gentle Exumian breeze and intimate lighting set a charming stage for a delightful menu of casual Italian comfort foods.
Cafe de Paris
Also new to Sandals Emerald Bay, this quaint Parisian-style pâtisserie features sinful pastries, crêpes, coffees and dessert delights, all whipped up by our talented pastry chef. After all, everyone works up a sweet tooth sooner or later!
Features
No one knows how to throw a party like Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma. In a corner of the world known for celebrating life, you'll find yourself surrounding by everything that brings a smile to your face. Every water sport under the sun (including unlimited scuba diving). A dozen different ways to get your game on. Lively swim-up bars and nightclubs that will sweep you off your feet. Of course, Sandals has perfected the art of doing nothing, so feel free to do plenty of that, too. After all, there are no schedules to follow in paradise.
IN THE WATER
- Canoes/Kayaks
- Windsurfing
- 4 Pools, 4 Whirlpools
- 2 Swim-up Pool Bars
- Bottom Boat
- Hydrobikes
- Water-skiing
- Beach volleyball
- Kneeboarding
- Sailboats
ON LAND
- Table Tennis
- Shuffleboards
- Fitness Centre
- Night Tennis
- Board Games
- Beach Volleyball
- Billiards
SCUBA DIVING
Dive into the Caribbean as you explore ancient wrecks beneath the turquoise sea and discover schools of fluorescent fish darting through coral canyons. Sandals includes unlimited diving and the Caribbean most comprehensive resort scuba diving program. Get ready to experience a a whole new underwater world.
GOLF (OPTIONAL)
Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exumas, Bahamas features a Greg Norman-designed 7,200-yard, par 72 championship golf course that rivals any oceanside course in the world. Norman, a native Australian and avid diver and boater himself, immediately saw the potential of the site and created not one, but six signature holes hugging the perimeter of Emerald Bay's scenic peninsula.
THE RED® LANE SPA (OPTIONAL)
found exclusively at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, this is the most impressive of all the Red Lane® Spas. With over 16,000 sq. ft. of interior space, is the world's first concept spa to premiere prescriptive treatments using Dermalogica®, lauded as the most scientifically advanced skin care line ever created. Welcome to beauty's leading edge.
- Spectacular two-story ocean views
- 16,000 sq. ft. of interior space
- 22 indoor treatment areas
- 6 exotic outdoor sanctuaries
- Exclusive concept spa with Demologica® skin care line and treatments
FITNESS CENTRE
- Variety of Aerobic Classes*
- Aqua-Fit Classes
- Treadmills
- Elliptical Machines
- Exercise Bikes
- Stairclimbers
- Free Weights
- Cybex Equipment
- Universal Weights
- Tennis
PRIVATE CABANAS (OPTIONAL)
Enjoy your own private sanctuary by the pool when you reserve a private cabana. Spend the day in the shade and be pampered by your Cabana Concierge, who'll deliver cold towels, fresh fruit platter and continental breakfast, lunch and drinks.
NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT
- Amphitheatre
- Piano Bar
- Carnival Party
- Talent Night
- Live Shows
- Art Auctions
- Caribbean Night
- Live Bands
- White Night
- Charity Casino
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