6 Best Hotels in Bermuda

With a top-notch restaurant on-site, this pleasant cottage colony comes to life at mealtimes; for the rest of the day, lose yourself in Fourways' quiet solitude and bountiful hospitality. Though there are only a few attractions within walking distance, it's very easy to pass the time in such a beautiful garden setting. The colony is set amid a profusion of greenery and flowers around a pool; its suites have marble floors and balconies or patios. The charming historical feel continues through the main edifice, a family home (now a restaurant), which belonged to the owners of Harveys Bristol Cream in the 1700s. And, in keeping with the old-fashioned decor, the service is exemplary.

A 1734 manor house with gardens, Granaway is an affordable accommodation option for those who do not need to be on the beach. It has clean, well-maintained rooms and lots of space to relax with its lounges, outdoor chairs, and barbecue area. Don't worry about transportation, as it's right across the street from Hamilton Harbour and the ferry terminal. South shore beaches are a 30-minute walk or a 15-minute cab ride away. All rooms are distinct; the Palmetto Room features original Bermuda cedar beams, and the Royale Room has a private terrace with harbor views. A private cottage gives you your own small home with a kitchen.

It's probably the island's best buy if you're on a budget; although the Clairfont is not exactly fancy, it's spotlessly clean and the beach is just a five-minute stroll away. Choose between two studios or six one-bedrooms—all with fully equipped kitchens. The studios have king-size beds and separate kitchens. The four sunny upstairs units have balconies, and the downstairs apartments have patios, leading onto a communal lawn and a nice pool. Rooms are all spacious, and there's a bus stop right outside. The property welcomes a lot of families with children during the summer months, and Warwick Long Bay Playground is nearby. Monthly rates in winter and repeat guest discounts are a great way to save; call for availability and pricing. Early booking is recommended.

The north-shore guesthouse has been family-run since the 1950s, and this is what Bermuda vacations were like back then: by way of entertainment you had a due-west pier with chairs to watch the sunset and a private dock for deepwater swimming. A stay at Greenbank is a slow relaxed experience. There's no beach here. Instead, you sit out on the harbor-front lawn and take in the sun or catch the ferry, just steps across the road, to explore the island. The waterside cottages, especially Salt Winds and Sea Fan, have lovely harbor views. No two are alike—some were converted from old horse-and-buggy stations once used in transporting salt. All are clean and updated, with private entrances, shaded verandas, and either kitchens or continental breakfasts included (although only with two suites).

Breathing new life into the former Aunt Nea's Inn with a complete renovation, Hillcrest Boutique Hotel reimagines this grand 18th-century former home. The new owners have created modern elegant public spaces and rooms that still retain the characteristic Bermudian charm. Guests have access to a saltwater pool, hot tub, sauna, and an outdoor lounge complete with fire pit for cozy gatherings. Plus, there's a continental breakfast every morning. Hillcrest is within walking distance of the Unfinished Church, as well as King's Square—the center of the Town of St. George's—and a 5-minute scooter ride from Tobacco Bay.

It's the only true bed-and-breakfast in Hamilton, and one imagines that even if this elegant beige two-story town house—just two blocks from the capital's shops, ferries, and buse—had competition, it would still be the best. The 1938 inn is family owned and operated, and each room is individually decorated with pretty matching fabrics and antique and reproduction furniture. Polished cedar floors, a fireplace, and handsome Chippendale chairs lend warmth to the breakfast room, where you can sample scones each morning.