When we think of Bermuda, we tend to think of pink beaches and, well, more pink beaches. While the island’s beauty is a major draw, there’s plenty more to discover beyond your sun lounger. Not only is it home to spectacular reefs for diving and otherworldly caves for exploring, but there’s a buzzy nightlife scene, a rich historical patchwork, and charming villages dotted with pink houses and red pillar boxes (remember, it is a British overseas territory, after all). Plus, the Rosewood’s recent $25 million renovation has put the island firmly back on the hotel map. Of course, if you want to spend all your time on the beach, then that’s fine too—we'll hardly blame you for it.
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Editor Hotel Recommendations
- Hamilton Princess & Beach Club - A Fairmont Managed Hotel$$ | Bermuda, Hamilton,Read full reviewThis stately resort in Hamilton is simply called "the Princess"—and once you're inside you’ll see her crown jewels sparkle.
Readers Choice Awards - Rosewood Bermuda$$$ | Bermuda, Hamilton Parish, 60 Tuckers Point Dr.Read full reviewThere’s a feeling you get the instant you walk in—after all, you’ve just stepped into Bermuda's most luxurious hotel.Readers Choice Awards
- Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa$$ | Bermuda, Sandys Parish, 30 Kings Point RoadRead full reviewPrivate beaches and colorful cottages set the scene at this longtime Bermudian icon.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - The St. Regis Bermuda Resort$$$ | Bermuda, St. Georges, 34 Coot Pond Rd StRead full reviewThis is rest and relaxation on repeat: Spend a glorious few days parked on this boomerang of perfect pink sand, where the ocean—and a top-notch cocktail—are never more than a minute away.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - Pompano Beach Club$$Read full reviewOn the far west end of Southampton, intergenerational families embrace the ocean views and all-inclusive ease here.
- The Loren at Pink Beach$$Read full reviewEverything about this place oozes sex appeal, which is why The Loren has quickly become the "it" place to stay in Bermuda.Readers Choice Awards
- Elbow Beach$$$Read full reviewIf a lazy vacation is what you’re after—sea breezes, long walks, and romantic al fresco meals—you're in the right place.
- Royal Palms Hotel$$Read full reviewIf an affordable, centrally located stay is what you crave, you can’t do much better than this old-school manor house in the City of Hamilton.
- Rosedon Hotel$$Read full reviewA charming center-of-town property with tons of old-school charm.Readers Choice Awards
- Fairmont Southampton$$$ | Bermuda, Southampton, 101 South Shore Rd.Read full reviewIf you’re searching all the amenities you can dream of, you can’t do much better than this resort in Southampton.Readers Choice Awards
- The Reefs Resort & Club$$$ | Bermuda, Southampton Parish, 56 South Shore Rd.Read full reviewThis an oceanfront boutique resort in Southampton Parish is perfectly suited for a lazy beach vacation.Readers Choice Awards
The Best Things to Do in Bermuda
- Bermuda Snorkeling Guide: 9 Best Dive Sites On The IslandOur picks for where to dive and snorkel on the shipwreck capital of the Atlantic.
- 10 Best Cultural Attractions in BermudaOtherworldly caves, epic military forts, nature reserves teeming with life: Bermuda's got it all.
- The 12 Best Places for Shopping in BermudaThis tiny island is seriously upping its retail game.
- 10 Best Museums in BermudaThere's no better way to trace Bermuda's rich history—or to explore its flourishing present.
Editor Recommendations
- Unfinished ChurchSt. George's, Government Hill RoadRead full reviewThis unfinished church is a structure unlike any other in Bermuda.
- Blue Water DiversBermuda, Sandys, 180 Somerset RoadRead full reviewTo navigate the many shipwrecks in Bermuda, there’s no better outfit than the longest-running PADI dive center on the island.
- Hartley's Undersea WalkBermuda, Dockyard, Heritage Wharf, 3 North ArmRead full reviewSomewhere between scuba diving and snorkeling, there’s helmet diving: a strange hybrid of the two that originated in Bermuda.
- Gibbs Hill LighthouseBermuda, Cross Bay, Lighthouse Road, St Anne's RdRead full reviewThis whitewashed Southampton landmark offers Bermuda’s best bird's-eye view.
- Bermuda Railway TrailBermuda, Bermuda Railway TrailRead full reviewA national park that runs 22 miles across the island.
- Horseshoe Bay BeachBermuda, Horseshoe Bay Beach RdRead full reviewOne of the island’s most iconic—and most trafficked—stretches of pink sand.
- Bermuda Underwater Exploration InstituteBermuda, Pembroke, 40 Crow LaneRead full reviewNo Bermuda museum is as glitzy, modern, and innovative as this 41,000-square-foot discovery center on the outskirts of Hamilton.
- Warwick Long BayBermuda, South Shore,Read full reviewA secluded beach-going experience, rarely drawing the crowds of its neighbor Horseshoe Bay.
- Bermuda National GalleryBermuda, Hamilton, 2nd Floor, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church StreetRead full reviewA collection of world-class art housed in the seat of the municipal government.
- Fort St. CatherineBermuda, St. George's, 15 Coot Pond RoadRead full reviewSet on a hilltop overlooking the spot where English settlers first arrived.
- Walsingham Nature Reserve7 Walsingham LaneRead full reviewThe 12-acre expanse of forests, caves, and swimming holes offers an intimate look at Bermuda’s stunning natural landscape.
- Bermuda Botanical GardensBermuda, Devonshire, 169 South RdRead full reviewOriginally founded in 1898 to protect the island's endemic trees and plants, the 36-acre Bermuda Botanical Gardens are now home to tropical plants and trees from all over the world.
- Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & ZooFlatts Village, 40 N Shore RdRead full reviewThe animal exhibits, tanks of aquatic life, and multimedia presentations offer a unique window into Bermuda’s singular mid-Atlantic world.
- St. Peter's ChurchGeorge's, 33 York Street StRead full reviewGranted a royal designation by Queen Elizabeth, this church is a well-preserved gem in a town brimming with history.
- Blue Hole ParkBermuda,Read full reviewThis park is named for the Blue Hole at its center—a destination for swimming, cliff-jumping, and cave exploring.
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20 Best Restaurants in Bermuda
There's never been a better time to dine out in this pink-sand paradise.
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Editor Restaurant and Bar Recommendations
- Devil's Isle$$ | Bermuda, Hamilton, 19 Burnaby StA true farm to table spot is hard to pull off on a remote island like Bermuda.
- Art Mel's Spicy Dicy$ | Bermuda, North Shore Village, St Monica's RdThe quintessential Bermuda sandwich.
- Swizzle Inn$$ | Hamilton, 3 Blue Hole HillWhen this bar opened in 1932, it birthed the Rum Swizzle, the punch that's now one of Bermuda's national drinks.
- Bailey's Bay Ice Cream Parlour$ | Hamilton, 2 Blue Hole HillThis turquoise-hued dessert destination dishes out homemade ice creams, sherbets, sorbets, and frozen yogurts in flavors familiar and not.
- Sweet P at Lili Bermuda Perfumery$$ | Bermuda, St. George's, 5 Queen StTwice weekly, this perfumery hosts classic English afternoon tea in the gardens of the shop, nestled in a historic building.
- The Dock at the Waterlot Inn$$$If you want to literally sit at the dock of the bay and waste some time, you’ve found your Shangri-La.
- Little Venice Wine Bar$$Killing time in the island’s most beloved wine bar is a good idea any time of the day.
- Conservatory Bar & Lounge$$$When Rosewood completed its $25 million renovation in 2018, much of the resources went into this handsome new gin bar.
- The Frog & Onion$$International flags hang from soaring ceilings, collections of old glass bottles adorn wooden shelves, and old-school nautical artifacts reign supreme at this beloved west end pub.
- Boundary Sports Bar & Grill$$This barbecue joint is a renovated sports bar where folks can watch their favorite game—or any game, for that matter.
- The Pickled Onion$$This is one of the few spots in the City of Hamilton that hosts a live band five nights a week.
- Yours Truly$$If you want to drink like a local—that is, a well-dressed night owl who’d prefer not to be seen while sipping fine craft cocktails—there’s no better place.
- Marcus'$$$You'll soon realize why this restaurant, run by celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, is one of the hippest in Bermuda.
A Day in Bermuda
Today marks the beginning of the America’s Cup in Bermuda—but seeing sailing yachts race isn’t the only reason to visit. Just a quick 2 hour flight from New York City, this archipelago offers blue waters, white sands, and something for every type of traveler. Delve into colonial history at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. George, relax on the beach at Tobacco Bay, and end your day with an adrenaline fix by joining the locals for some cliff diving at Admiralty House Park.
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