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Captains beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Captains beach?

There are 55 places to stay in the Captains beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Captains beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1520451&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Island House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=346622&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">A Stone's Throw Away</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3389938&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">BELL At The Airport Suites - Adults Only</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6238621&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Viking Hill Oceanfront Hostel & Resort</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6661847&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Panoramic Cottage at Viking Hill - Love Beach</a></li></ul>

Waterloo, The Bahamas

#53 out of 109 in Nassau

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Deserted Fine sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Nassau • 18.3 km

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Restaurant Sapodilla Estate

9 - Excellent 8km

Restaurant Blue Sail Bar & Grill

7.8 - Very good 9.6km

Restaurant Spritz Wine Bar & Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 9.6km

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About

Captains beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 53th place out of 109 beaches in the The Bahamas region 18.3 km away from its center, the city of Nassau. It is one of the beaches of Nassau settlement, just 18.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Captains beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Chateau Del Mar, which has a rating of 8.2.

Captains beach is located in The Bahamas within Nassau, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Nassau island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +28 ^o C

Air temperature

7 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Nassau • 18.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Sapodilla Estate

9 - Excellent 8km

Restaurant Blue Sail Bar & Grill

7.8 - Very good 9.6km

Restaurant Spritz Wine Bar & Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 9.6km

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Located at nearest locality

Nassau • 12.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.6km

West Bay Street beach II West Bay Street beach II

7.7 Very good

3.8km

Jaw's beach Jaw's beach

7.8 Very good

3.9km

Chateau Del Mar Chateau Del Mar

8.2 Very good

4.6km

Adelaide beach Adelaide beach

8.1 Very good

4.9km

Flipper beach Flipper beach

7.3 Good

5.6km

Marbella beach Marbella beach

7 Good

7.3km

West Bay Street beach West Bay Street beach

7.1 Good

8.7km

Coral Harbour beach Coral Harbour beach

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Nassau • 18.3km

Main locality of province

Nassau • 18.3km

Transport

Airport

NAS • 4.9km

Bus Station

Big Bus Station • 1.1km

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Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

Francis Julian

9 Excellent

The waters at this beach are absolutely stunning and perfect for a refreshing swim. It's exactly what I needed.

March 2023

Tamiyah Rose

10 Exceptional

It's always a fantastic experience at St. Christopher's annual family fun day!

March 2023

Marshall Terad

8 Very good

The beach was absolutely amazing and had golden fine sand, which added to its charm.

March 2023

Bernardo Ernesti

10 Exceptional

This beach is an excellent spot for socializing and mingling with others. Additionally, the beach boasts golden, fine sand that adds to its overall appeal.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Captains beach?

The Captains beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Captains beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Captains beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Captains beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Captains beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Captains beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Captains beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Captains beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Captains beach?

The bar is located right on the Captains beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Captains beach?

There are 55 places to stay in the Captains beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Captains beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Captains beach from parking?

The Captains beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Captains beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Captains beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 24°C and water 24°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Captains beach (The Bahamas) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Captains beach (The Bahamas) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.