I have stayed at the Casuarinas and found it to be a nice place for those that do not have the money for the larger hotels.

the good points:

1. It is very clean (the staff cleans the rooms and changes the sheets every day they also mop the floors (no carpet).

2. The staff is very nice and very helpful.

3. If there is a problem they are quick to take care of it.

the not so good points:

1. the beach or lack there of

2. If you want beach take the bus (75 cent charge) to the Radisson and hang out there.

3. The small lizards (yuck) after about a day you will realize that they mean you no harm.

4. There is nothing to do after 6 pm

I think that I would stay there again if there was a choice between staying there and not going to the bahamas.

best of luck
Benita

At 17:22:39 PST on 05-15-00, Bahama-Mama wrote:

>Hi,
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>On the contrary, I have not heard the greatest reviews on Casuarinas. A friend of mine was there last year and she reported that the beach wasn't that nice and many tourists have written reports on the boards regarding problems with plumbing etc. I guess everyone has their own opinion.
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>I believe that Casuarinas is a casual waterfront,low-rise hotel, located near the west end of Cable Beach, across the road from tiny, narrow Delaporte Beach.
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>I was told that it was probably about the same classification as a Days Inn, without any real "frills." My friend said it was adequate if you're on a budget. She said that she preferred Orange Hill.
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>The good point about Casuarinas is that it is basically clean, and the staff is laid back and helpful if there is a problem.
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>The accommodations are spread across both sides of the busy road, but she said that many are in need of updating. The cheaper priced rooms surround the swimming pool.
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>There have been complaints of leaks from the bathroom faucets & there is hardly any water pressure in the showers, plumbing problems with the toilets, burnt lightbulbs, etc. But I guess it's like that even in the bigger more expensive hotels.
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>My friend told me that the pools were not that well maintained but perhaps she's just a "fussy" traveller.
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>The small private beach, "Delaporte Beach" is not that well maintained, not what you'd call a real beach. The hotel does provide beach towels and chaise lounges at the beach and poolside. You can't walk to another beach due to rocky shores on both sides.
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>There's a large public sundeck that overlooks the beach.
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>There are two restaurants.
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>There are no elevators.
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>A coin operated laundry is located on the premises.
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>Car and scooter rentals as well as sightseeing tours can be arranged by the staff.
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>The good points: A free casino shuttle to the Crystal Palace Casino runs every hour from 10 am - 2 am. A public bus stop is located outside the front door.
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>A taxi from the airport to the property will cost approximately $16 for two people.
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>This hotel is in need of some upgrading & repairs. The gardens & beach are okay & the moderate prices are probably good for someone looking for a moderate property.
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>I have heard better reviews on hotels such as Superclub Breezes, Radisson Cable Beach and even the Marriott rather than Casuarinas.
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>Hope this information helps.
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>best regards,
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>Carrie
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>At 10:10:43 PST on 05-15-00, Mayra Aceves wrote:
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>>This Hotel is one of the best in Nassau. I am a travel agent and rate hotels for a living. Believe me you cannot go wrong with Casuarinas. Service is excellent, rooms are beautiful, and the price is reasonable. Perfect vacation spot!
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Benita
I love Bahamas