Do I need cash at Atlantis Bahamas?

Upon check-in at all hotels, you are required to place a credit card on file as your security deposit for your incidentals. There is a holding charge on the credit card, which is based on various factors, including number of nights and type of package booked. Atlantis Paradise Island is a cash free resort.



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While Atlantis Bahamas is bucket list-friendly, it's not exactly the most budget-friendly. Expect to pay at least $400 per night plus another $50-$100 per day per person for food and fees. And if you want a water or harbor view, tack on another $50-$100 per night.

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Atlantis Paradise Island is a cash free resort. Major credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.

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The currency is the Bahamian dollar (B$1), pegged to the U.S. dollar so that they're always equivalent. There is no restriction on bringing foreign currency into The Bahamas. Most large hotels and stores accept traveler's checks, but you may have trouble using a personal check.

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As one part of our commitment to protecting the environment and in lieu of plastic bottles, you will receive 2 reusable The Cove bottles as our gift. There are water refill stations on every guest floor and throughout the resort. We hope you will use these in paradise, and upon your return home.

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It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel before you leave home, or withdraw money upon arrival at an airport ATM.

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Those coming to the Bahamas should be aware that a daily budget for the islands typically runs around $100. Guests of the islands will be able to purchase everyday necessities and afford meals with this amount per day: although it might be better to budget for closer to $150-$200.

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Drinks are free as long as you are gambling.

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Meals are also not included in your stay at Atlantis Bahamas. However, you will be given full signing privileges at the hotel's restaurants and lounges. The resort offers two dining plans for an additional fee to enhance your stay.

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Beach towels are provided daily at Aquaventure Guest Service locations at no charge.

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are perfectly safe to be left around the pools while you go swim. A small bag is ideal to put the loose items in, though I've seen people bring coolers and duffell-sized bags. Yes you will need water shoes (unless going during the winter maybe but I wouldn't do all that walking barefoot anyway).

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We haven't really found very many places that don't accept credit cards in the Bahamas. If it's a small food stand, a taxi cab or bus, or some of the boat tours or charter fishing trips, then cash is likely to be needed. Grocery stores, restaurants and car rentals normally take credit cards.

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In the Bahamas tipping is expected by workers in the service industry, they have similar practices to North American and Western Europe. The islands are well accustomed to international tourists and work hard to provide visitors with outstanding service, it is common to leave a tip in the tourist areas of the island.

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