We just got back from a 5 night stay at the Reef. We booked the
Sunscape package with the Gourmet Meal plan. We got 2 free
Dolphin interactions. We had a studio room with 2 double beds.
The room was tastefully decorated, but lacked storage space
enough for 4 people. There is only a large closet with 2 small
drawers and one bedside table with 2 larger drawers. The kitchette
was ample. We used Fergies Taxi, and our nice driver, Sam took
us to a supermarket and liqour store. We stocked our fridge with
beer soda and water. (Be careful at the liquor stores. They tried to
overcharge my husband and then tried to give him the wrong change.
The pools at the Reef were wonderful. They were nicely heated
and refreshing. The rest of Atlantis pools were gorgeous as well.
It was hit or miss with regards to temperature. Some were heated,
some were not. As we had some winds the heated pools were
more to our liking. The slides and rapids were so much fun.
We went on again and again. On the slides you really need to
keep your butt up so as not to get hurt. My son flipped over a
few times in the wave part of the rapids, but my daughter and
I were in a double tube and never flipped.
Dolphin Cay is a nice experience. We had a 22 month old Dolphin
named Missy. She is a beautiful creature and it is a nice day.
I had to pay for myself. My husband paid for a beach pass ($15).
I had 2 free swims for the kids. If I had to pay full price ($140) for
all of us, I would not have thought it was worth it. Blue lagoon Island
has a much cheaper excursion.The pictures were way too expensive,
as they start at $60 to $400 for packages. You cannot just buy one picture.
The meal plan was worth it for us. Breakfasts ran about $100 each
morning for buffet. Dinner buffets were about $190. When we went
to Bahamian Club it was $340 and Mesa Grill was $290. The service
in both restaurants were spectacular. The food was better in the
Bahamian Club. The only disappointing part was the wait staff
padded both bills. In the Bahamian Club we gave a few extra dollars
to the automatic gratuity of 15% to make it an even $50. When we
got back to the room the gratuity was $67. Mesa Grill did the same
thing. We complained to the front desk and they fixed the problem.
So just be careful and check your folio each day. You will find many
things overpriced, as we expected, but you feel like you are nickel and
dimed to death. We also ate at Bimini Road...ok food...long wait and
very loud. Could not get into Carmines, as they don't accept reservations
for parties under 6 people. The wait list was closed by 6pm. Buffets for
breakfast and dinner had nice selections.
The staff at all over Atlantis were friendly and courteous. I did not
encounter one rude person. Doors were opened for us and smiles
were plentiful. Most staff memembers were singing and dancing
while doing their jobs.
We saw a movie at the theatre, my son built a race car at the Speedway.
($75 for the car with 10 min. of race time) My daughter did the
build a bear for $40 with an outfit. The arcade starts at $20 on a
card, some games are $2 or $3 each.
We had a wonderful family trip and might return to Atlantis some time in
the future. I would definitely stay at the Reef again, or the Cove. The
other towers, including the Royal, but especially the Beach and Coral
Towers are starting to show their age. The buildings and some of the
grounds are in need of updating and repair. But the property is very
clean. Some areas around the Beach Tower are closed for renovation.
Sunscape package with the Gourmet Meal plan. We got 2 free
Dolphin interactions. We had a studio room with 2 double beds.
The room was tastefully decorated, but lacked storage space
enough for 4 people. There is only a large closet with 2 small
drawers and one bedside table with 2 larger drawers. The kitchette
was ample. We used Fergies Taxi, and our nice driver, Sam took
us to a supermarket and liqour store. We stocked our fridge with
beer soda and water. (Be careful at the liquor stores. They tried to
overcharge my husband and then tried to give him the wrong change.
The pools at the Reef were wonderful. They were nicely heated
and refreshing. The rest of Atlantis pools were gorgeous as well.
It was hit or miss with regards to temperature. Some were heated,
some were not. As we had some winds the heated pools were
more to our liking. The slides and rapids were so much fun.
We went on again and again. On the slides you really need to
keep your butt up so as not to get hurt. My son flipped over a
few times in the wave part of the rapids, but my daughter and
I were in a double tube and never flipped.
Dolphin Cay is a nice experience. We had a 22 month old Dolphin
named Missy. She is a beautiful creature and it is a nice day.
I had to pay for myself. My husband paid for a beach pass ($15).
I had 2 free swims for the kids. If I had to pay full price ($140) for
all of us, I would not have thought it was worth it. Blue lagoon Island
has a much cheaper excursion.The pictures were way too expensive,
as they start at $60 to $400 for packages. You cannot just buy one picture.
The meal plan was worth it for us. Breakfasts ran about $100 each
morning for buffet. Dinner buffets were about $190. When we went
to Bahamian Club it was $340 and Mesa Grill was $290. The service
in both restaurants were spectacular. The food was better in the
Bahamian Club. The only disappointing part was the wait staff
padded both bills. In the Bahamian Club we gave a few extra dollars
to the automatic gratuity of 15% to make it an even $50. When we
got back to the room the gratuity was $67. Mesa Grill did the same
thing. We complained to the front desk and they fixed the problem.
So just be careful and check your folio each day. You will find many
things overpriced, as we expected, but you feel like you are nickel and
dimed to death. We also ate at Bimini Road...ok food...long wait and
very loud. Could not get into Carmines, as they don't accept reservations
for parties under 6 people. The wait list was closed by 6pm. Buffets for
breakfast and dinner had nice selections.
The staff at all over Atlantis were friendly and courteous. I did not
encounter one rude person. Doors were opened for us and smiles
were plentiful. Most staff memembers were singing and dancing
while doing their jobs.
We saw a movie at the theatre, my son built a race car at the Speedway.
($75 for the car with 10 min. of race time) My daughter did the
build a bear for $40 with an outfit. The arcade starts at $20 on a
card, some games are $2 or $3 each.
We had a wonderful family trip and might return to Atlantis some time in
the future. I would definitely stay at the Reef again, or the Cove. The
other towers, including the Royal, but especially the Beach and Coral
Towers are starting to show their age. The buildings and some of the
grounds are in need of updating and repair. But the property is very
clean. Some areas around the Beach Tower are closed for renovation.
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