I booked Bay View after my flight was canceled last minute and my current hotel was already fully booked. I have to say even though the property is a throwback in time (they even still handwrite guest registration cards!) it was a pleasant surprise.

If one is looking for the most modern amenities and full scale all inclusive perks, Bay View is not it. If one is looking for a comfortable, huge, fully equipped suite with (ground floor) a back yard - access to laundry, 3 pools (one morning we had the entire pool for 2.5 hours to ourselves), a flashback in time meal prepared (small kitchen with great breakfast), and friendly folks on staff - then Bay View is it.

The few downsides - I felt the front door was a little too high and I placed a towel down there to prevent anything from crawling in. The bathroom water pressure was high and temperature was blazing hot (which is great) but the bathroom shows signs of the age of the property and rusted in a few places. The yards connect in the back and I had a groundskeeper walking through while I was not prepared to see anyone near my bedroom, they should have it closed off with a gate at least and still leave a walkway for staff.

From a safety standpoint - I was not asked for my key when coming in very late one night and wondered how many other folks can just walk in to the property - that has to be tightened up. And we will definitely make Bay View a stop for a few days/nights on our next trip back.

Our check in experience was made extra special by Mr. Fountain - thanks for the telephone book look up!

A great place to stay on Paradise Island!

The property is a bit dated, needs a bit of love and is not on the water but other than that, it's a great place to stay.

Our room, a King Suite was LARGE and very comfortable, it was well appointed with a full kitchen and a comfortable backyard.

The property is cozy, lush with plants, it has 3 pools all of decent size and two laundry facilities.

The dining available on property is good but not available 7 days a week, only Thursday to Sunday and 10 am - 3 pm. Dining off property is limited and pricy. Get your food and alcohol off of Paradise Island (20 min walk across the bridge) the value is WAY BETTER as is the selection.

Now for the best part of the resort - the people there were great, staff and guests alike - friendly and real, no pretentions.

This is not a loud, crazy property, it is laid back and relaxing.

We really enjoyed our stay here. What an adorable little retro resort!! Great price, great location, beautiful suites and lovely staff and property. It’s old. You need to know that. The TP leaves something to be desired. But if you can handle some cracks here and there, it’s a great value for the money. It’s very clean and well cared for. The pools are beautiful and very clean. We absolutely loved it and if we came back to Nassau for a non all-inclusive holiday, we would stay here again!!