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British Colonial Hilton - Grand Bahama Island 

British Colonial Hilton

                                                            Hotel Description
British Colonial Hilton- bedroom- view

Situated on downtown Nassau’s only private beach and the site of Old Fort Nassau, the British Colonial Hilton in the Bahamas has undergone a multi-million renovation throughout all areas of the hotel, and offers a taste of the island’s rich history, along with some of the most modern amenities for both business and vacation travelers. What’s more the hotel is only 25 minutes from Nassau International Airport.

The hotel is a true Bahamian experience with a marble-tiled lobby and is studded with palm trees under a skylight ceiling.                                                     

There are 288 luxuriously appointed guest rooms with harbor or island views. All rooms are furnished with tasteful décor, complemented by separate shower and bathtub.
Hotel Features & Amenities 
  • Beautifully, fully renovated hotel
  • Minutes walk to the famous Straw Market
  • Ten minutes from casinos
  • Fully equipped gym
  • 288 exquisite rooms, 20 suites and 47 Executive level rooms
  • High speed internet access
  • AAA Four Dimond Rating for 2011
Rooms Features & Amenities 

Featuring 288 rooms and suites, the hotel offers an array of recreational facilities, including a private beach, freshwater swimming pool overlooking the harbor, full fitness centre, lush tropical gardens, non-motorized water sports, snorkeling and scuba facilities and shops. Golf is available nearby.

The hotel offers more than 17,840 sq. ft. of function space, including a ballroom, boardrooms, banquet rooms and meeting rooms.

Deluxe Rooms
In Room Amenities
  • 180* Door Viewer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock Radio
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • Coffee Maker
  • Connecting Rooms
  • Electronic Locks
  • Hairdryer
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Shower for Wheelchair
  • Work Desk with Lamp
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-Smoking
  • Safe
  • Secondary Locking Device
  • Telephone - Auto Wake-up
  • Telephone - in Bath
  • Telephone - Voice Mail
  • Telephone - with Dataport
  • Thermostat (adjustable)
  • TV-Cable
  • TV- CNN, ESPN, BBC, CBC
  • TV-Standard Network
Executive Rooms
In Room Amenities
  • 180* Door Viewer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock Radio
  • Bathrobe
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • Coffee Maker
  • Electronic Locks
  • Hairdryer
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Non-Smoking
  • Safe
  • Sofa Beds
  • Telephone - Auto Wake-up
  • Telephone - in Bath
  • Telephone - Two Lines
  • Telephone - Two Phones
  • Telephone - Voice Mail
  • Telephone - with Dataport
  • Telephone-with Speaker phone
  • Thermostat (adjustable)
  • TV-Cable
  • TV- CNN, ESPN, BBC, CBC
  • Work Desk with Lamp
  • Refrigerator


Suites
In Room Amenities
  • 180* Door Viewer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock Radio
  • Bathrobe
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • Coffee Maker
  • Electronic Locks
  • Hairdryer
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Non-Smoking
  • Safe
  • Sofa Beds
  • Telephone - Auto Wake-up
  • Telephone - in Bath
  • Telephone - Two Lines
  • Telephone - Two Phones
  • Telephone - Voice Mail
  • Telephone - with Dataport
  • Telephone-with Speaker phone
  • Thermostat (adjustable)
  • TV-Cable
  • TV- CNN, ESPN, BBC, CBC
  • Work Desk with Lamp
  • Refrigerator


Languages 
English
Wedding 

To make planning your Caribbean Wedding as enjoyable and as simple as possible, our hotels provide assistance with an on-site wedding coordinator to assist you in all elements of your special day from start to finish and help make your day perfect. Email your chosen resort today, and we will be happy to tailor our Wedding Package to your requirements and expectations and make sure your dreams come true. 

Wedding Package include

  • Wedding coordinator
  • Bridal bouquet & boutonniere
  • Wedding cake 1-single tier
  • Manicure & pedicure for bride and groom
  • First year anniversary "Free Night" gift certificate (valid at any Hilton of the Caribbean for 18 months from issued date)

Terms and Conditions Apply see website

Hotel Recreation

A wide range of activities including bird watching, boating, horse-riding, fishing, golf, jet skiing, para-sailing, private planes, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, tennis, water skiing and windsurfing.

Activities

  • Golf course
  • Driving Range
  • Putting Green
  • Horseback Riding
  • Swimming with the Dolphins
  • Powerboat Adventure Tours to Exuma Jet Skiing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Water Skiing
  • Tennis Court

Island Cruises - Blue Lagoon

Bahamas Fast Ferries to Harbor Island -
7 miles of pink sand beaches

Night Life

Club Waterloo
1 Mile East of Paradise Island Bridge , Nassau , Bahamas · 242-393-7324

Description: Housed in a Bahamian mansion, the popular Club Waterloo boasts both indoor and outdoor party areas. The music is a combination of both American and European beats, and live entertainment is provided on the weekends. There are large disco areas and five bars that keep everyone in motion.

Daily 4pm - midnight (Tue and Thu have different hours occasionally, call for times)

Charlie's Club
601 East Bay St , Nassau , Bahamas · 242-322-3041

Description: This sophisticated club is reminiscent of an elegant speakeasy. Eclypse Night Club employs a doorman and enforces its formal dress code. Open for business Thursday through Saturday, this is where you can go to get away from the spring break type atmosphere and enjoy a night out on the island.

Flamingo Cuban Cigar Box

Fluid Club & Lounge

Hammerheads Bar and Grill
Nassau side-Bridges to Paradise Island , Nassau , Bahamas · 242-393-5625

The atmosphere here is fun, casual, and all island, all the time! The great bar is rivaled only by the excellent bar food, which consists of burgers, conch creations, and fresh fish prepared a variety of ways. The bar is full of the young crowd and there are reduced price drinks anytime it's raining! HOURS: Noon-Closing

Blue Hole Watersports & Tours Ltd

Behind British Colonial Hilton Nassau. P. O. Box SP-60921, Nassau, Bahamas. Phone: (242) 325-5338 (242) 328-5088 (after hours)

Blue Hole cater to your every watersport wish to ensure that your activity is the high light of your trip. They offer a variety of activities such as U-DRIVE boat rentals, snorkeling, light tackle fishing, sightseeing tours, (fly fishing for bonefish coming soon) or maybe you want to pack a picnic and have them drop you off on a secluded island where you can escape the crowds. Whatever you want to do, they will be glad to make it happen.

www.blueholewatersports.com

Hotel Dining 

This fun, casual restaurant located on the first floor, serves International favorites with a Caribbean flare. At breakfast and lunch, choose from our a la carte menu or browse the extensive array of local and International specialties displayed on the buffets. At dinner while seated at a window overlooking the garden, enjoy the excellent service, flavor and presentation of your choice from our a la carte menu.

Aqua is open for: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner, Room Service

Hours: Monday - Sunday - 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Bullion Bar: Lounge at Bullion after a long day at the beach or sip on a refreshing cocktail or latte at the Coffee Bar. Created with the sophisticated person in mind this contemporary lounge, coffee bar and eatery caters to the working and the vacationing bodies in need of relaxation. - View Brochure Cocktail Menu Food Menu

Gaming: There are two casinos located nearby, The Atlantis Resort Casino on Paradise Island and The Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino in Cable Beach. Both are 10 minutes away.

Additional Information

Climate
The temperature rarely drops below 70 degrees Fahrenheit or rises above 92 degrees Farenheit. Winter average (mid Dec to April): 21- 26 degrees centigrade. Summer average: 82 degrees-94 degrees Farenheit. Monthly rainfall: 11.33cm.

Clothing
Daytime attire throughout the islands is casual, however, beachwear is inappropriate for shops and public areas. In the evening, jacket and tie may be required for gentlemen in the finer restaurants. A lightweight sweater, jacket or shawl is recommended for air-conditioned venues.

Currency
The Bahamian Dollar is the legal tender and is on par with the US dollar. They are both used interchangeably. Major credit cards and travelers cheques in dollar denominations are widely accepted.

Electricity
120 volts/60 cycles.

Time
The Bahamas is on Eastern Standard Time, which is five hours behind GMT.

Inoculations
None, unless travelling from an infected area.

Local Airports

Nassau (Lynden Pindling International) Airport
Distance from hotel: 11 mi.
Drive time: 25 min.
Directions: Turn left on Blake Road at the exit of the airport road. Keep on going on the same road until arriving to the merge, keep to your right to take Bay Street, continue on the same road, you will pass through the Cable Beach area.

Getting to and from the Airport
Taxi , typical minimum charge is USD 25.00

Web: http://www.hiltoncaribbean.com/index.php
Contact Number: 1-242-322-3301 - Fax: 1-242-302-9009
Address

British Colonial Hilton Nassau
Number One Bay Street
P.O. Box N-7148
Nassau, N.P. The Bahamas

All information and pictures from British Colonial Hilton Nassau Website
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