Bell Channel Inn Hotel  

On Freeport's waterfront in Lucaya (Smith's Point), minutes from Port Lucayan Marina and a short drive to Taino Beach and Port Lucaya Marketplace. The Lucayan Archipelago and nearby beaches are within easy reach. Grand Bahama International Airport is about 9.3 km (5.8 mi) away. Family-friendly and ideal for short stays and island hopping.

This small, family-run hotel has 32 individually decorated rooms. Rooms feature kitchenettes, refrigerators, air conditioning, ceiling fans and private furnished balconies or patios with water or Port Lucaya views — some open directly onto the pool deck. Expect daily housekeeping, cable/satellite TVs and the choice of king or double beds. The vibe is relaxed and local, with simple, bright décor and easy island access.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool or soak up the view from the terrace and top-floor bar/lounge. A complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the sand easy. On-site concierge and a tour desk arrange diving, excursions and island activities. There's also a children’s playroom, beach/pool umbrellas, poolside access rooms, free self-parking and shopping on site — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and waterfront views.

24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout public areas and in rooms. Luggage storage and a safe-deposit box are on site for traveler convenience.

Upstairs on the Bay is the on-site restaurant and bar on the top floor with pool and water views. The menu features Bahamian and American dishes and fresh local seafood. Cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily (fee applies), there’s a Happy Hour most evenings, and live entertainment on Friday nights.