Girl's Weekend Getaway to SLS Baha Mar

The property is located only a ten-minute drive from the airport, so you can get to your vacation quicker than many other properties on the island.

The SLS Baha Mar has 299 rooms and suites. The suites have been recently renovated and are an ideal choice for larger parties needing common space. I personally stayed in an Ocean View Superior King room, which had plenty of space for two travelers. I only wish the balcony was larger and furnished with enough room to relax and enjoy the view. It’s definitely worth upgrading to the next room category for that alone!

Image 1: A cluster of flamingos grazing in one of the hotel's gardens underneath the blue sky and sunshine. Image 2: A view of the Caribbean Sea with a lengthy pier extending out into the azure water.

Image 1: An indigenous starfish basking in the sun and relaxing in the refreshing water on the cool sand. Image 2: A rectangular shaped pool surrounded by tropical trees and lush greenery on a sunny day.

The SLS is set within the expansive Baha Mar property, which consists of three hotels – the SLS, the Grand Hyatt and the Rosewood, with a combined 11 pools, a water park, casino, upmarket shopping as well as over 40 restaurants and bars to choose from. I opted to stay at the SLS, but found that I was longing for a bit more exclusive access to SLS-only amenities. For example, the SLS pool was open to all guests, whereas the Rosewood pool and beach are exclusive to Rosewood guests only. However, there are over 11 pools and hundreds of yards of white sandy beach, so we were able to find a slice of paradise to enjoy - it just took a little searching!

While at Baha Mar, I dined at five different restaurants on the property. My favorite by far was Shuang Ba, the Chinese restaurant. The Manor bar, located within the Rosewood was my favorite place to begin and end the night, with live music and a lively atmosphere Thursday-Sunday and service and staff that provide 10/10 service, 7 days a week. The Sky Bar located on the top floor of the SLS was also a highlight. It gets more lively after 10:30pm on weekends, and children are allowed until nine p.m.

Image 1: A view of the hotel grounds decorated with palm trees, and the big blue sea and sky in the distance, from the hotel balcony. Image 2: An aerial view of one of the hotel's rectangular shaped pools, amidst palm trees and natural flora.

Image 1: Cocktail hour at the hotel bar, with two glasses of refreshing, clear-colored beverages. Image 2: A decorative plant and artwork inside of the hotel.

During the day, you can choose to relax at one of the many pools or on the beach, or enjoy a healthy dose of thrill at the water park – well suited for both kids and adults. Pro tip – it can be difficult to secure a spot at the beach or at one of the pools during the high season, so plan to start your day early to get a prime spot where you can lounge (& nap!) from all day.

Overall, I enjoyed my stay at the SLS and would definitely return. Next time, I’m excited to stay at the Rosewood to experience more of the privacy and tranquility that property has to offer, with the option to enjoy all of the Baha Mar amenities available to guests at all three properties. Baha Mar is an excellent choice for a quick, warm weather getaway that will leave you wanting to come back and explore more!

This trip report is part of our ongoing series on travel to Baha Mar, Bahamas. In need of further inspiration? Check out Chelsea Gambino’s guide, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Bahamas: A Four-Day Family Weekend Getaway.