Kamalame Cay

I had an incredible time staying at Kamalame. Upon arrival we were welcomed by Samson who was an absolute delight, and Alan, the bartender, crafted not only the best drinks but also some truly memorable conversation. And he’s a good dancer ! The grounds were stunning—lush, vibrant, and beautifully maintained. Every meal was a treat, especially the seafood salad at lunch with fresh conch and local fish. The nights were magical, with breathtaking stargazing and sounds of nature all around. I loved the outdoor shower in our room, which might just be the best I’ve ever experienced. I loved walking along the beach, meeting the friendliest guests, and spending time on North Beach, which was the highlight of my trip. Snorkeling along the creek I found colorful fish, and collected beautiful shells. Kamalame is a special paradise—unlike any other Bahamian island I’ve visited. The attention to detail in the decor, furniture, and interior design was truly inspiring. My only complaint? I didn’t stay nearly long enough.

The setting at Kamalame Cay is gorgeous — no doubt about it. The rooms are private, spacious, and offer sweeping ocean views. Sunrise and sunset? Absolutely stunning. It looks like paradise. But the experience? Not even close. For $7,000 over four nights, I expected thoughtful amenities, excellent food, and a service culture that matched the luxury price tag. Instead: No in-room or bathroom amenities to speak of Food was meh at best — subpar, repetitive, and only two restaurant options Drinks lacked fresh ingredients and any real craft No green juice or coconut water as promised in the package The “premium all-inclusive” felt anything but Felt more like a high-end timeshare than a true luxury resort — transactional, not indulgent We came to be spoiled and completely pampered, and it just missed the mark Managers were kind and tried to help, but most of the service staff felt checked out By day two, I was ready to leave. By day three, I was wishing I had stayed home with Uber Eats and my own bed. The value just wasn’t there. As a friend perfectly said — Kamalame? More like Kama-Lame.

Went with my wife and another couple. We had the best time in this little slice of paradise. The weather was perfect, the beaches were immaculate and the water was that beautiful bamaha blue. The food was great. Loved the lobster croquettes and curry goat, but there’s nothing bad on the menu. And last but not least, the staff was amazing! Super attentive and always made sure my drink was never empty lol!

Most amazing vacation I ever had! Definitely will be going back! Best conch salad ever! There is no area of the experience that is not 5 star... or better. ||Very relaxing vibe, and the staff is so attentive without being underfoot. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a top notch vacation.

🌴 Kamalame Cay: Where I Learned the True Meaning of “Island Time” (And How to Never Come Back)||I arrived at Kamalame Cay ready to escape emails, traffic, and laundry. I left believing I might be part mermaid.||The Island:|Imagine if Mother Nature got a little tipsy on rum punch, took a paintbrush, and said “You know what? Let’s go all out.” The water is every shade of blue Crayola never invented, the beach is perfect for long morning walks. I found sand dollars on the south end. ||The Resort:|It’s not so much a “resort” as it is a secret society of relaxation. You arrive by ferry (yes, like a movie star), and your first official duty is to stop caring about time. The staff all were so kind and helpful. I would send a WhatsApp to concierge to book the spa and responded quickly. ||Accommodations:|Think chic island bungalow had a cozy bed and an outdoor shower. Every bungalow had their own set of cozy beach lounge chairs, which I treated as my primary office for the week.||Food & Drink:|Every meal was a culinary hug, from conch salad that whispered “you’re on vacation” to tropical cocktails that contained just the right amount of “don’t check your bank account.” Shout out to Allen and Gary for always making me the perfect cocktails ||Activities:|You can snorkel, dive, fish, kayak — Nick at the dive shop is awesome…or you can perfect the ancient art of the nap under a palm tree. I did both, usually in that order. Pro tip: the spa is overwater. Yes, you get a massage while watching fish swim beneath you. ||Final Verdict:|Kamalame Cay is not just a vacation spot; it’s an island-induced personality reset. I came in stressed and pale; I left sun-kissed, blissed out, and seriously considering opening a coconut stand so I’d have an excuse to stay forever.||Go. Just go. And if you figure out a way to move there permanently, call me.

We stayed here this past long weekend, and it was nothing short of perfection. From start to finish, the service was impeccable thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely warm.||One standout moment was during dinner when our waitress noticed our friend’s baby getting fussy. Without hesitation, she kindly offered to take the baby so we could all enjoy some adult time. It was such a thoughtful gesture that truly set this hotel apart.||Beyond the service, the atmosphere was a perfect balance of luxury with a relaxed, welcoming feel elegant but never pretentious. We felt completely at ease, yet pampered in all the right ways.||We can’t wait to return!!!!!

Kamalame Kay was the absolute highlight of our Island Hopping Trip in the Bahamas. From the very first moment, we felt truly welcome by the staff and our accommodation (Rock House) was just stunning. Just steps from the sea, secluded behind lush green, and some palm trees. The house was spacey and comfortable and the interior was world class in terms of coziness and beach house atmosphere but top standard.|We went kayaking on the land side from the island, which was interesting, seeing turtles and stingrays.|Food was splendid and the best we had in the entire Bahamas. Definitely a place to go even though prices are obviously elevated as you would expect for this standard.

Was fortunate enough to head back to the Cay earlier this year, and yet again, felt like my 2 nights there were like a week of restorative joy for my body and soul. The genuine caring of the people, the sustainability and deliciousness of the food, the attention to every detail, the beauty of the setting (both natural and the curated spaces) - it's really just so difficult to explain how they come together to make you feel like you're in paradise. If you need to just treat yourself and those you love to time with one another... this is the place!