Eleuthera and Harbour Island

Travel Guide

Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation

Pink beaches and rolling pineapple fields are just some of the delights awaiting you in this corner of the beautiful Bahamas.

Stay in a luxurious beach resort, snorkel or scuba dive around colorful coral reefs, have a conch salad for lunch, explore hidden caves and secluded coves in the afternoon, and watch the sunset from rocky bluffs when you visit Eleuthera and Harbour Islands.

Eleuthera is not just an island, but also the name of the entire island chain, including Harbour Island, Windermere Island, Current Island and Man Island. These “Out Islands” of the Bahamas are so relaxed and free-spirited that it inspired Lenny Kravitz to write a reggae song, Eleutheria.

While British Loyalists first settled here as early as the 17th century, tourism was only introduced some 50 years ago and the locals are exceptionally welcoming and friendly.

The vibrant Pineapple Festival in Gregory Town brightens up Eleuthera’s southern shores each June. You have to drive along across the Glass Window Bridge to get there. This narrow strip of rock is wedged between the wilder, sapphire waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the calmer, turquoise waters of the Bight of Eleuthera.

Not far from here is Governor's Harbour, the administrative capital. It has rows of charming, pastel-colored colonial cottages in Victorian and Caribbean style. Visit the nearby pineapple fields or tour the Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve with its “bush medicines.”

Once the capital of the Bahamas, Harbour Island (or Briland) is just a spit of land off the northeast coast of Eleuthera Island. It’s famous for its pink sand beach, which looks magic. Rent a cottage or beach villa to enjoy Harbour Island’s friendly people a while longer. The only town here is Dunmore Town and you can buy the locally grown sugarloaf and other fresh tropical fruits everywhere.

From Fort Lauderdale and Miami, fly into Nassau, then take a connecting flight to North Eleuthera Airport. You can also sail here from Nassau, since its just 50 miles (80 kilometers) away. Car rental is available locally. To travel to Harbour Island, take a taxi to the docks, then hop on a watertaxi to Government Dock. To really get away from it all, arrange a boat trip to nearby Man Island and have a picnic on a deserted beach.

Tingum Village Hotel
Tingum Village Hotel
3 out of 5
Colebrook St, Dunmore Town, Harbour Island
$216 nightly
The price is $237 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$237 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Dunmore Town. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (332 reviews)
"Baby Ruby out did herself. From the moment we stepped of the ferry we were greeted with kindness and efficiency. We received a celebratory anniversary welcome with flowers and champagne.During our stay everyone was extremely attentive. The bar and restaurant was not only convenient, but had wonderful ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Tingum Village Hotel
Pink Sands Resort
Pink Sands Resort
4 out of 5
Chapel Street, Dunmore Town, Harbour Island
$1,367 nightly
The price is $1,504 total per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$1,504 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Dunmore Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Pink Sand Beach and Dr. Albert Johnson ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (118 reviews)
"Beautiful property, staff was extremely responsive and always very nice."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

Pink Sands Resort
Royal Palm Hotel
Royal Palm Hotel
2.5 out of 5
Harbour Island, PO Box 27059, Dunmore Town
$170 nightly
The price is $186 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$186 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunmore Town. Enjoy daily housekeeping, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pink Sand Beach and Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial ...
7.8/10 Good! (161 reviews)
"staff are super friendly and helpfull at all times place nice clean just short walk to the pink beach nice big beds and air conditioner. with also a little front yard in every room"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Royal Palm Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Villa Allamanda
Villa Allamanda
3 out of 5
Jacaranda Drive, Cigatoo Estates, Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Governor's Harbour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Twin Coves Beach and Hut Point Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Hotel lovely spot but no dining onsite"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

Villa Allamanda
Pineapple Fields Boutique Condo Hotel
Pineapple Fields Boutique Condo Hotel
3 out of 5
Banks Road, Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera
Stay at this 3-star condo in Governor's Harbour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Pineapple Fields Boutique Condo Hotel
Salt Box: an Enchanting Historical Property with a Pool
Salt Box: an Enchanting Historical Property with a Pool
Dunmore
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Dunmore Town. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
10/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
Amazing Perfection!
"Travel group included myself and Husband, both of our daughters ages 21 and 33 plus son-in-law and granddaughter not quite two years old. The property is just as it is described. We did rent a golf cart and we loved Mrs.. V’s for beach access, chairs/umbrella and great food and drink. Rental of crib ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2025

Salt Box: an Enchanting Historical Property with a Pool
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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