Reply To: Colorado-Vegas-Bahamas

You got it. I have slot tours of the two casinos there, shot not too long ago. Not much has changed at either.

Baha Mar Bahamas Advantage Slot Tour

Atlantis Bahamas Advantage Slot Tour

Atlantis has many more advantage games, but it also has more competition since it’s close to the port where all the cruise ships come in with folks who will check while they’re docked. So figure that 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. window is going to be tough at Atlantis. The best time is often 10 p.m. and later at Atlantis, though I know not everyone is going strictly for slots, and sleep is important too haha. More competition will also be at the hotel in Atlantis, as it’s damn hard to get a comp at Baha Mar as an advantage player since there’s hardly anything to show action on. Atlantis also goes by duration on the machines more than strictly coin in, so that’s an annoying thing to keep in mind if you’re trying to keep up on comps. Baha Mar does have a few solid options in high limit, but not a whole lot else. I usually go to Baha Mar once or twice per day via bike (it’s $30 one-way by taxi). I bring my own foldable bike, and if you’re into bikes, I highly recommend Cycles Bahamas (20-minute walk from Atlantis).

Otherwise, I would recommend the food trucks about five minutes outside of Atlantis (still on Paradise Island). I attached a photo of my favorite. I find most of the food at Atlantis overpriced and awful, especially the pizza. The Chinese place over the bridge is also cheap and solid, though the area is a little sketchy.

One other thing: The hosts at Atlantis make it tough. You really need to ride them. I ask for everything: resort fees waived, more slot play, etc. It depends on who you get, and they are all looking to say “no.” If you badger them enough and show a good amount of action, they will often waive the resort fees, which aren’t cheap. But they won’t do this unless you ask.

One other thing: If you’re looking for deals on anything, get away from Paradise Island. The coconuts, for instance, are close to $20! If you get a couple of miles up the road, it’s the same size for $5. That’s one example of many, and it’s pretty much the case at any tourist hot spot.