Resort Details
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge desk
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- COVID-19 - Essential Workers Only - NO
- Dry cleaning
- Elevators Not Available
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Limousine service
- Onsite laundry
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge desk
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- COVID-19 - Essential Workers Only - NO
- Dry cleaning
- Elevators Not Available
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Limousine service
- Onsite laundry
- Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
- Property does not require health documentation at check-in
- Safe deposit box
- Smoke-free property
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- 2167
† Fees may apply
Customer ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
926 reviews
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Feb 02, 2025So close to being next level
We got back 2 days ago. Spent 8 nights. The location: -30 min south of ELH; -good for accessing Harbor Island, Spanish Wells. -Southern tip of island is about 2.5 hours. -On the west side of the island and behind some low hills- so wind at the Cove will be calmer for any wind out of the NE to SE. The Beach: -Two coves (North and South) split by a peninsula (which contains the main pool), -Rough sand with chunks of coral at both beach locations --The beach sand is just OK. The sand at the Cove is not even in same ballpark as Pink Sands Beach, French Leave Beach, etc. -A line of moss covered black limestone/coral is just inside the low tide water line that forces you to enter the deeper ocean water at certain locations -Chairs and beach umbrellas are numerous at the North and South coves, they were never more than 1/5 occupied The Pool -Unheated- this should be heated for this level/cost of resort -Saltwater -Chairs and umbrellas are numerous, they were never more than 1/10 occupied The Room -Oceanfront king (#17). Excellent room layout, ceiling fan, and A/C- and loved the front deck for lounging, loved the outdoor shower, the indoor shower was very large with shower heads at opposite ends, two sinks, and a separate deep soaking tub. The bathroom is a 10/10. -Bedding (pillow, duvet, sheet) quality was worse than the Westin Hotel on our trip down. I think the Westin has quality bedding. The Cove wasn't on the Westin's level. -Room water: the tap water is unpalatable (we were never told to NOT drink it out of safety concerns)- it tastes very sulfury. Free of charge glass water bottles are supplied. -In the bar/coffee area, there was a non working ice maker. The Grounds -Very nice quality daytime and nighttime appearance, on par with 5 star hotels in which we've stayed. The Staff -All very outwardly happy and always greeted us with a smile Non Beach/Pool Service -Welcome and Check-in process: Parking for rental car is super close, Shorter check-in than most, very nice staff. Bellman took our bags in a golf cart from our rental car to the room. -Room cleaning and Turn down service: Daily room cleaning was prompt and unobtrusive (we never ran into them). Turn down service was a little early (around 6pm) (I assume they anticipate you're out for the evening). Quality of cleaning was very good, however, replacement of drinking water bottles was not consistent. -Massage: We had excellent quality couple's massages twice (both my wife and I have had massages at multiple world spas, including 4Seasons, etc). There is no spa per se, just a room next to the Hospitality Room (next to the "front desk") in which the spa services are provided. Scheduling for our massages was "next day"- seems they were free with at least 36 hrs notice. Beach Service -Hugely lacking with respect to chair service -We spent at least 14 hours (over 6 separate times) at the beach chairs- we were given drinking water once and never solicited for bar drinks or food orders -Beach chair towel and personal towel are provided on the chair, but no one sets up your chair for your Beach Service: Activity desk (present on the south cove only) -Super easy to check out any water-related item you want [snorkel gear, floaty chairs, SUPs, one or two-person kayaks (the yellow 2-person ones have a clear bottom which I thought would be super cheesy but turned out to be super cool), etc.] -There are some big floating disks with a mesh bottom, anchored to sea floor, that are fun. -Then there's the "personal island"...which has two hammocks and is anchored about 50 yards off the beach-- umm, yeah, no thanks---$150/hour with 2 hour minimum- it's just not that special. -The guys working that desk were super helpful getting you on the water; however these are also the same guys responsible for getting water/etc. to the beach chairs; they were never busy enough with their activity desk to not serve the beach chairs. Pool Service -Very lacking -We spent at least 6 hours (over 4 times) at the pool are we given drinking water twice and twice solicited for drink or food orders -The other time we spent poolside, we were completely ignored by the staff -Beach chair towel and personal towel are provided on the chair, but no one sets up your chair for your Food -Overall: expensive, but you can expect this on Eleuthera, in general, and certainly at a place like the Cove -Remember 18% gratuity is included on every meal (and is added for the below estimates) -Expect to pay, for one person, for one plate, without alcoholic drinks: --Breakfast: $25-30 --Lunch: $30-40 --Dinner: $40-70 -Food quality: Mediocre. Again, both my wife and I consider ourselves reasonable, not overly critical, food evaluators. The sushi was not great both in imagination, fish quality and roll quality, I had a tuna poke bowl with fish that was not fresh (overly fishy, couldn't finish the bowl). The dinner entrees, in general, lacked spice and seasoning- the curried snapper was sadly bland...things along that general theme applied to the other entrees-- just disappointing overall. I would say we ate dinner there more than we wanted to, simply because there aren't many regional dinner options despite having a rental car. --A taxi ride to Daddy Joe's (5 min card ride) was $20 each way --Unca Gene's (Gregory Town) was the best dinner we had while on the island.
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Jan 11, 2025Sophisticated low key luxury.
This is a sophisticated but low-key resort on a remote island. There are two beautiful beaches and the common areas are scrupulously maintained and include a gorgeous infinity pool, a library, a fitness center, and yoga studio. The food was excellent and offers a sushi menu as well as standard fare. The staff is gracious, polite and accommodating. We had an ocean front room with an enormous deck just a few feet from the beach. It was outfitted with a long built-in bench and a dining area. The room was enormous and included three showers- one was even outside. Furnishings were in excellent condition and made for extremely comfortable quarters. The property oversight falls to a delightful couple that keep a close eye on their guests to help ensure everyone has a memorable trip.
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Dec 21, 2024Beautiful place.. Stay Vigilant though.
The place is beautiful. The staff are excellent and knowledgeable. Donald is THE MAN. Awesome lad. It would be five stars, but there was one incident that the staff know about from my post-stay survey that brought it down. After this incident, it’s honestly lucky to get 3 stars. A real shame, considering everything else about the stay!
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Dec 18, 2024
A special location in Eleuthera.
Amazing resort and accommodation set in lovely grounds. The staff were friendly and efficient and we had a very enjoyable and relaxing time. The one thing we've fed back to The Cove relates to the price of food. The food is excellent, but we felt that breakfast, in particular, was expensive. Apart from this, we feel that The Cove is a truly special location.
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Dec 07, 2024
The Cove is spectacular!
Absolutely love The Cove! If you want a central location on Eleuthera, private beach, amazing snorkeling (saw sea turtles, barracuda, nurse shark, needlefish, lionfish, starfish, and more), super friendly staff, great creative drinks, and excellent food... then The Cove is your place. Perfect for couples or a group of your best friends. Would absolutely return.
- Check in: 4:00 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- General policies:
Checkin Instructions: Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not acceptedCashless transactions are availableLong-term renters welcomeSafety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Special Checkin Instructions: Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Know before you go: 24-hour pool accessUp to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. A car is not required for transportation to and from this property. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Renovations: This property is closed from August 1 2025 to September 30 2025 (dates subject to change).
Mandatory Fees: You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: BSD 45.00 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes:Beach accessBeach loungersBeach towelsConcierge serviceFitness center accessFitness/yoga classesHousekeepingIn-room bottled waterIn-room coffeeIn-room safeLending library accessPool accessSpa accessSporting facilities or equipment We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional Fees: Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately BSD 18 to 60 for adults, and BSD 18 to 60 for childrenPet deposit: BSD 350 per stayPet fee: BSD 100 per pet, per stayService animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.