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Bermuda Apartment Rentals: Your 2026 Guide to What’s Open & Worth Booking
If you want the most Bermuda for your money, an apartment rental is usually the answer. You get your own front door, a kitchen, a porch or balcony, often a small pool, and a host who can tell you which bus stops outside the gate and which beach to skip on a south wind.
For a one-week trip, that combination tends to beat a mid-range hotel room on both comfort and total cost, especially once you stop eating every meal out.
This page is the apartment-only deep dive under our larger
Bermuda vacation rentals guide. The Bermuda accommodation scene changes more than most travelers expect. Several long-running apartment properties have closed since the pandemic, and a few good new ones have opened. Everything below has been verified as operating currently.
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What an Apartment Rental in Bermuda Actually Means
In Bermuda, "apartment rental" almost always means a small purpose-built property of seven to fifteen self-catering units, run by a resident owner or family, licensed as a guest accommodation. These are not Airbnb spare rooms, and they are not full hotels.
A typical unit gives you a bedroom (or studio layout), a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette, an en-suite bathroom with tub and shower, air conditioning, ceiling fans, TV, Wi-Fi, and a private balcony or patio.
One-bedroom suites add a separate living room. Daily housekeeping is included at most licensed properties, which surprises people coming from a pure Airbnb mindset. Linens, towels, basic kitchen supplies, salt and pepper, and a starter pack of coffee are standard.
What you will not usually get: meals, restaurant on site (Paraquet is an exception), bellhop service, room service, or a beachfront location. Most apartment complexes sit a five to fifteen minute walk from a beach or bus stop, not on the sand itself.
Pro-Tip: If you want a true beachfront stay with a kitchen, you are looking at a private cottage rental or a cottage colony, not an apartment complex. Be honest about this before you book, otherwise you will spend the whole week mildly disappointed.
Why Choose an Apartment Over a Hotel
Three reasons, in the order I think they matter.
You can cook. Restaurant meals in Bermuda run 30 to 60 USD per person before drinks, and a casual lunch for two with two beers can cross 100 USD. A loaf of bread, eggs, some local wahoo from a fishmonger, and a bottle of Goslings can stretch a long way. Cooking even half your meals usually pays for the apartment over a hotel.
You get more space and privacy. Most one-bedroom units run 400 to 600 square feet with a real living area, not a hotel cube. Families with kids and couples on longer stays feel the difference by day three.
You meet the island, not the lobby. Apartment hosts typically pick up groceries with you on day one, sell you bus passes, call your taxi, and explain which parish has the best Sunday codfish breakfast. That kind of local steering is harder to get at a 200-room resort.
The trade-off: no nightly turndown, no concierge desk, no on-site bar. If those matter to you, look at hotels or
cottage colonies instead.
Prices, Taxes and Extras
Apartment-style rentals in Bermuda generally fall into this range for 2026, in USD before taxes, for two people per night:
Studios in older complexes: 160 to 200
One-bedroom units in mid-range properties: 200 to 300
Premium one-bedroom or harbor-view units: 300 to 380
Additional adult: typically 30 to 60 per night
Children under a stated age (varies by property): often free in the parents' room
Summer (May through October) runs roughly 20 to 40 percent higher than winter. A few properties offer monthly rates in slow winter months that work out far below the daily equivalent.
The tax picture has been cleaned up since 2018, but most travelers still get it wrong. Two regimes exist:
Licensed guest houses and small apartment hotels (most properties on this list) pay 7.25 percent Hotel Occupancy Tax plus 2.5 percent Tourism Authority Fee, totaling 9.75 percent.
Properties registered under the Vacation Rental Act 2018 (most Airbnb-style listings) pay a flat 4.5 percent Vacation Rental Tax.
Some properties also add a service charge of 10 to 15 percent, though many family-run apartments skip this. Always ask in writing what your final per-night number is before you commit.
Pro-Tip: When you compare two apartments, ask each owner to quote you the total all-in price for your actual dates, including tax and any extra-person charges. Two properties with the same headline rate can finish 15 percent apart after the small print.
The Apartments Worth Shortlisting
I have grouped these into the long-running properties that have their own detailed reviews on this site, and three newer ones that need more introduction since they do not yet have dedicated pages.
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The Established Six
Clairfont Apartments, Warwick. Eight units (two studios and six one-bedrooms) at 6 Warwickshire Road, five minutes' walk from Warwick Long Bay and twenty minutes from Horseshoe Bay. Clean, spacious, pool, lawn, generator backup. Important update: Clairfont is now adults-only and no longer accepts children.
If you are traveling as a couple wanting south shore beach access at fair value, this is still my default recommendation. One-bedroom units from around 195 USD. Eight units fill up fast, so book early. Full review:
Clairfont Apartments
Paraquet Apartments, Paget. Eleven rooms in pastel-pink Bermudian-style buildings at 72 South Road, run by Jonathan and his team, with the on-site Paraquet Restaurant serving everything from breakfast to fish chowder with the proper black rum and sherry peppers on the side. Bus stops directly outside the gate, ten minutes' walk to Elbow Beach, ten minutes by bus into Hamilton. Grocery store within walking distance. No pool, but the location is hard to beat for a first-time visitor. Full Review:
Paraquet Apartments
Dawkins Manor, Paget. Seven units at 29 St Michael's Road, run by Celia Dawkins, who has won repeat Bermuda Tourism Authority awards. Walking distance to Elbow Beach, full kitchens in nearly every unit, generator backup, electronic gate, on-site security. Rates from around 175 USD on the low end, 270 to 330 in peak. Excellent family choice now that Clairfont has gone adults-only. Full Review:
Dawkins Manor
Sandpiper Apartments, Warwick. Studios and one-bedrooms on South Shore Road, managed by Moyra. Pool, full kitchens with ovens, balconies, on the route 7 bus line direct to Dockyard. Five minutes' walk to a south shore beach through Astwood Walk, and Warwick Long Bay is just up the road. Property is dated in look but kept very clean. Strong value for the location. Full Review:
Sandpiper Guest Apartments
Robin's Nest, Pembroke. Eight self-contained studio apartments at 10 Vale Close in Pembroke West, owner Renee Robinson. Italian marble and porcelain tile floors, pool with private balconies overlooking it. About twenty-five minutes' walk into Hamilton, or a short bus 4 ride.
One thing to plan around: the last bus 4 up to the property runs around 6 pm on weekdays and 6:15 pm on Sundays. Plan dinner trips into town accordingly, or budget for a taxi back. Admiralty House Park is a five-minute walk for snorkeling. Full review:
Robin's Nest Apartments.
Rosemont Guest Suites, Pembroke. Now branded "Rosemont Guest Suites," 47 units at 41 Rosemont Avenue, owned by Neal Stephens. Less than ten minutes' walk to downtown Hamilton, ferry terminal three minutes away, Miles Market grocery two minutes downhill.
Pool, complimentary continental breakfast, full kitchens, harbor views. Larger than the other apartment properties on this list, more aparthotel than family-run, but still self-catering. The right choice for a Hamilton-focused or business-leaning stay. Full Review:
Rosemont Guest Apartments
Three Newer Properties Worth Knowing
These do not have dedicated review pages here yet, so I have given them a little more space.
Windsong Guest Apartments, Pembroke. Seven self-contained units, run by owner Roslyn Anderson. Set on a residential hilltop with views of Hamilton Harbor and the city. Each unit has a full kitchen, AC, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a private terrace.
The property suits self-catering travelers who want quiet residential surroundings within walking distance (about 20 minutes downhill) of downtown Hamilton. Arnold's grocery store is about ten minutes away on foot.
Two practical notes. The walk into town is downhill on the way in and uphill on the way back, with limited sidewalks, so most guests use the bus or a taxi after dark. And owner communication varies in tone across published reviews. Be precise in your initial email about the number of guests, dates, and any extras, and get all confirmations in writing.
Address: 30 Princess Estate Road, Pembroke HM04, Bermuda, Phone Number: +1 441-295-7221, Email Address:
[email protected]
Valley Cottages and Apartments, Paget. A small family property in Paget, near Mount Pleasant and Paget Marsh Nature Reserve, listed with the Bermuda Tourism Authority. Around seven units across studios, standard apartments, deluxe apartments, and a two-bedroom layout. Each has a kitchen, AC, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and laundry access.
The setting is genuinely green: a small valley of palms and tropical flowers in the middle of the island, with the Paget Marsh boardwalk a short walk away.
The location works well for travelers who want a central base. You are about ten minutes by bus into Hamilton, with the ferry at Lower Ferry within reach, and Elbow Beach a short ride south. Worth considering if Clairfont and Dawkins are full for your dates.
Address: 2 Simons Lane, Paget, Bermuda. Phone Number: +1 441-236-0628, +1 441-735-6204.
Cavendish Heights Suites, Pembroke. The newest addition to this list and the most modern in look and feel. A 15-minute walk to downtown Hamilton. Owned and run by Owen and Charlene, who consistently appear in reviews as responsive, present, and helpful.
The property has three unit styles. The Carriage House Suite is around 600 square feet across a sitting room, bedroom, bathroom, and a furnished kitchenette, with exposed ceiling beams referencing the days when carriages were Bermuda's main transport.
The Spanish Point Suite is a one-bedroom designed in a contemporary residential style. The Fort Hamilton Studio is a smaller one-room option for solo travelers or short stays. All units have flat-screen TVs, in-suite safes, high-speed Wi-Fi, beach towels and umbrellas provided, and well-stocked kitchens (coffee filters, dish soap, paper towels, reusable grocery bags). Plenty of electrical outlets, which sounds minor until you stay somewhere without them.
This is the property to consider if you want a self-catering stay with a modern boutique feel rather than the dated charm of the older complexes. It also suits business travelers who want walking access to Hamilton without paying Hamilton Princess rates.
Address: #8 First Avenue, Pembroke, Bermuda. Phone Number: +1 441-536-5018, Email Address:
[email protected]
Pro-Tip: If the owner answers your first email within twenty-four hours and gives you specific, useful answers (not boilerplate), that is a real signal about the stay. Owners who run a tight property tend to write tight emails.
A Note on Properties You May See Elsewhere
A few names appear on other Bermuda lists that should not.
Mazarine by the Sea in Pembroke has closed.
Bridge House in St George's is no longer offered as a rental, the Bermuda National Trust currently lists the property as not open to the public.
Brightside Guest Apartments in Flatts has had an uncertain operating history, so I have left it off.
Marley Beach Cottages is no longer an apartment complex, the three cottages (Sand Pebble, Sea Song, Sand Dollar) are now rented individually as private beach cottages and belong with the cottage rentals.
Barngrove Guest Apartments is no longer operating as a traditional, publicly bookable tourist guesthouse. Much like Brightside, it has adapted over time to the island's changing real estate and tourism landscape- the property has largely transitioned into private, long-term residential housing and estate leasing rather than short-term vacation. Limited Direct Bookings: Any occasional short-term or seasonal rentals are handled strictly on a direct, case-by-case basis through their legacy contact lines.
Choosing the Right Parish
Where you book matters more in Bermuda than in most destinations, because you cannot rent a car as a visitor. Here is how I think about the main options.
South shore (Warwick and Paget): The classic choice. Walking distance to Warwick Long Bay, Jobson's Cove, Chaplin Bay, Horseshoe Bay and Elbow Beach. Clairfont, Sandpiper, Paraquet, Dawkins, and Valley Cottages all sit here. You will use buses 7 and 8 to reach Hamilton or Dockyard along South Road or Middle Road. This is where I would put a first-time visitor on a one-week stay.
Pembroke (Hamilton and the north shore side): City-focused. Rosemont, Robin's Nest, Windsong, and Cavendish Heights sit here. Best if you want walkable restaurants, the ferry terminal, the art galleries on Front Street, and easy Friday evening on the city's main road. Beach access is a 20 to 30 minute bus ride to the south shore.
East end (Hamilton Parish and St George's): Quieter, with the Bermuda Aquarium, Tobacco Bay, the UNESCO town of St George's, and the Crystal Caves area. Honest answer: apartment-style options are very thin here after Brightside and Bridge House dropped off. If you want an east-end base, you will likely be looking at Airbnb or whole-house rentals rather than a guest apartment complex.
Getting to and From Your Apartment
You cannot rent a conventional car as a visitor. Your real options:
Bus and ferry passes. The pink-and-blue public buses run along Middle Road, South Road, and North Shore Road. One, two, three, four, and seven-day transport passes cover both buses and ferries and are sold at the bus terminal in Hamilton, the ferry terminal, and many hotels. Most apartment hosts will pick passes up for you on arrival or send you to the right counter.
Taxi from the airport. Plan on 40 to 65 USD to Warwick or Paget, 25 to 35 USD to St George's or Hamilton Parish, and a few dollars more after 10 pm or on Sundays.
Twizy two-seater electric. Current Vehicles Bermuda rents the Renault Twizy, a compact electric two-seater that you can drive on a standard license. Easier than a scooter, and a fun way to do short runs between apartment and beach.
Scooter rental. Possible but risky if you have never ridden before. Roads are narrow, on the left, with stone walls inches from your handlebars. I would rather see you on the bus.
Booking, Minimum Stays and Cancellation
A few realities worth knowing before you commit:
Minimum stays of three to five nights are common, seven nights at some properties in peak summer. Two-night weekend stays are very hard to find.
Direct booking is normal. Many small apartment owners do not list on Booking.com or Expedia, or list only a fraction of inventory there. Email or phone the property, get a rate, send a deposit (typically 25 to 50 percent), and pay the balance on arrival or shortly before.
Confirm what credit cards they take. Most accept Visa and Mastercard, fewer take American Express.
Cancellation policies vary widely. Hurricane season is June through November, with most actual activity in August and September. If you are traveling then, ask the owner what happens if a storm hits during your dates. Travel insurance with hurricane cover is sensible.
Get the full street address before you fly, so your taxi driver from L F Wade International Airport knows exactly where to go.
Pro-Tip: If a host asks you to wire funds to a personal account outside Bermuda or the United States, walk away. Legitimate Bermuda apartments take card payments or wire to a Bermuda bank account in the property name.
A Final Thought
The good apartment properties on this list sell out for summer months in advance, sometimes by January. If your trip is set, do not wait. Email two or three owners, get specific quotes for your dates, and pick the one whose answer felt the most like a person and the least like a form letter. That instinct usually turns out right.
About the Author
By Raj Bhattacharya
Raj has been writing about Bermuda since 2008, when he launched bermuda-attractions.com, one of the longest-standing independent guides to the island. A Certified Bermuda Specialist (Bermuda Tourism Authority), his work draws on personal visits, local contacts in Bermuda, and questions and trip reports from thousands of readers over the years.
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Visitors' Reviews and Comments
Carrielynn (July 2013)
Hi my husband and I are and our 6 year old DD are planning a family trip to Bermuda for next summer with friends. We would be 4 adults and 2 kids. We are looking for a cottage with 2 or 3 bedrooms with an eat in kitchen where we can cook meals as my DD has a lot of food allergies. Would prefer something with a beach for the kids. Would consider a hotel with a large cottage or other rentals. Husband and I have not been to Bermuda since our honeymoon and always stayed at the Reefs but rates there are beyond our budget and not much to do for kids. Love the Southampton area but would be willing to look elsewhere. Any recommendations?
Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) July 2013
Hi, I suggest that you go through some of the properties (cottage rentals) listed in bermudarentals.com and bermudagetaway.com. Both these are Bermuda based authentic companies offering cottage and apartment rentals through out the island that can match almost all requirements. There are several accommodations by the beaches.
Annette (July 2012)
Which rentals (for 4 or 5 days) are closest to Horseshoe Bay? I'm visiting only to enjoy ONE beach in Bermuda because my husband does not like beaches but we will go out in the early evening elsewhere. He has skin issues and really can't be in the sun either but he may go on beach in evening or take glass boat tours. I've never been to Bermuda but because we are limited income, I'd stay at the cleanest hopefully modern apt rental, nothing fancy (a fridge only) so I can walk to beachin late morning and then go out at night. Hope the apts or hotels don't have bedbugs or insect issues. I'm not going on a cruise because they say you are on the island only two days on a 7day cruise. Hope you respond? I'm deaf so I need to use email. Thanks
Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) July 2012
Hi Annette, Clairfont Apartments is a good choice for your requirements. Two of the best beaches - Warwick Long Bay is only 5 minutes walk and Horseshoe Bay Beach is 20 minutes walk. The apartment units (only 8 of them - two studios and 6 one bedroom units) are clean and nice. Book early as it's on high demand. The current rates are $175 per day for one bedroom units (double occupancy), and $150 per day for studios. Taxes and surcharge extra. Regards,
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