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Here's a little about this fantastic island.

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Hope Town is clearly one of the most picturesque settlements in the Bahamas. Its candy-striped lighthouse was built by the British Imperial Lighthouse Service in 1863, and still uses a wind-up brass mechanism to send a beam of light which can be seen for up to 20 miles. Read More

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• Hope Town provides all services for visitors. There are four grocery stores/liquor stores that are well stocked; what one does not have can likely be found at the other. 

 

• There are three marinas on Elbow Cay. The marinas are well equipped and offer fuel, wet and dry storage, and well-stocked marine stores. 

 

• There are several amazing restaurants and take-aways. All offer excellent food and friendly service-and provide the visitor with exceptional variety in a small town. Read More

 

• There are several excellent gift and souvenir shops and all have a good assortment of other clothing, jewelry, T-shirts, books, and various gift items. Read More

 

• Bicycles and golf carts are available for rent. Motorized vehicles (including golf carts) are not allowed in town without prior approval. Read more

 

• There is a clinic in town staffed by a resident nurse. Doctors are in Marsh Harbor and the local people are extremely helpful in the event of an emergency. 

• The Hope Town Volunteer Fire & Rescue are on call 24 hours a day to help with any emergencies on land or sea. They monitor channel 16 on the VHF. Call 801-9991 in Emergencies.

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• What to Bring: Beach towels, suntan lotion, hats, sunglasses, snorkeling gear, fishing equipment, cooler, long sleeved shirts for sun protection and a flashlight. You will probably bring too many clothes. Days are in bathing suits and dining out is casual (no jackets for men). 

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