Description: The Marley Resort & Spa, once the summer home of Jamaican reggae superstar Bob Marley, is located on a secluded stretch of famed Cable Beach in Nassau, alongside upscale homes and away from the main hotel strip. The Marley family have used the place as a summer holiday home for years. With African and Caribbean style it features sculptured hand-carved doors, mosaic tiles, intricate stonework and limestone walls accentuate throughout. There are 16 themed suites and deluxe accommodations. Facilities include: Restaurant, Bar, Music Room, Private free-form pools, Mystic Spa and scuba diving and snorkelling is available aswell as activities such as swimming with the dolphins. The resort is only a 10 minute transfer ride from Nassau International Airport and 20 minutes from the sea port.
Suites:
Deluxe Accommodations feature the ultimate in comfort, chic furnishings and luxurious amenities. Tropical rain showers, flat screen televisions, high-speed internet and in-room Bose entertainment systems come standard.
In addition to above, some Suites offer a combination of sumptuous whirlpool tubs, mini-bars, separate seating areas, ocean and courtyard views, the choice is yours. Ideal for music lovers, they also offer suites overlooking the live music area. Choose from Positive Vibration, Easy Skankin’, Lively Up Yourself, Three Little Birds, Mellow Mood, Misty Morning, Nice Time, and Sun is Shining.
The deluxe Three Royal Suites push the pampering to new heights. These Suites are located on the second floor, each with its own private balcony offering incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you select Royal Rita, One Love or Legend, you will surely be enchanted.
Royal Rita
The Royal Rita suite was designed by Rita Marley herself and adorned with rich mahogany furniture, wide plank floors, African prints, as well as authentic Caribbean accessories and fixtures. Her signature Royal Rita chaise lounge is an added accent to this suite. Her majesty’s suite also includes a custom King size bed, desk and dining area, and ocean view. This luxurious suite offers a bathroom with a whirlpool tub, double sinks with oceanfront views, bidet, and a mirrored vanity area.
One Love
This honeymoon suite is a true lover’s nest with captivating décor, wide plank floors, and seductive amenities including an in-room whirlpool tub made for two. This romantic One Love suite offers couples a customised King size bed, large separate dining area, wet bar, couple’s shower with two rainfall showerheads, double sinks, and bidet.
Legend
The Legend two-room, luxurious suite is designed with the King in mind, featuring an impressive King size bed, private desk, wide plank floors, separate living room with a 42” flat-screen television and fully stocked wet bar. Relaxing on your private balcony is one way to appreciate a panoramic oceanfront view. Bathroom features a whirlpool tub, double sinks and a separate shower.
Positive Vibration
From one of Bob’s most inspirational songs, the Positive Vibration suite offers an uplifting vibe through vibrant colours and sensual textures. This suite has a partial ocean view with a King size bed, sofa lounge area with mini-bar, wide plank floors, and desk and dining. The bathroom for this suite includes a Riverbath whirlpool tub, double sinks and a separate shower.
Easy Shakin'
As the only room on the main level, the Easy Shakin' Suite has a beautiful oceanfront patio and easy access to the carved pool deck. Drift away in this suite, complete with two double beds, desk and dining area. The bathroom, ADA designed, welcomes everyone. At night, enjoy a private view of the stage providing live entertainment.
Lively Up Yourself
The Lively Up Yourself Suite is perfect for music lovers. This suite overlooks the courtyard stage on which live music will be provided. Also with a breathtaking ocean view, the room features two double beds, desk, wide plank floors, lounge area with mini-bar and dining area. Bathroom includes a Riverbath whirlpool tub, double sinks and a separate shower.
Three Little Birds
Decorated in hues of yellows, blues and oranges, this suite is ideal for families as it is one of the largest, boasting a separate lounge area with sofa bed offering both an ocean and courtyard view, dining area, 42” flat-screen television, private desk and private balcony entrance. This master bedroom is furnished with a King size bed and 37” flat-screen television. This bathroom includes a Riverbath whirlpool tub and double sinks. Three Little Birds can be reserved on its own or as an adjoining suite to Satisfy My Soul.
Mellow Mood
A suite above the spa, Mellow Mood is accentuated with warm hues of yellow and greens, along with soothing botanical aromas providing that smooth, peaceful ambiance. This suite is furnished with an Moroccan inspired King size bed, wide plank floors, mini-bar, personal desk and dining area. The bathroom also includes a whirlpool tub.
Misty Morning Suite
The Misty Morning Suite is designed with light, delicate fabrics and is decorated to uplift your mind, body and soul. Also located directly above the spa and facing the courtyard, this suite is furnished with a Moroccan inspired Queen size bed, wide plank floors, mini-bar, personal desk and dining area. The bathroom features a whirlpool tub. Adding a little Marley mystic, this suite retains the original recessed shelves from the family’s home, which are accented by colourful art.
Nice Time
This oversized Courtyard Suite is vibrantly decorated in reds and yellows. Furnishings in Suite include King size bed, personal desk, sofa lounge area, dining area and 32” flatscreen television. In addition to the standard bathroom design, Nice Time features whirlpool tub/shower, spacious sink and vanity area and bidet.
Sun is Shining
Living through the inspiration of this uplifting song, this Courtyard Suite is decorated in energetic hues of sunshine yellows and hazy oranges luring you with its positive vibe. One of the large courtyard suites, Sun is Shining features a King size bed, personal desk and dining area, and lounge area. The bathroom is furnished with a whirlpool tub/shower, double sinks with spacious vanity, and bidet.
Kaya
Inspired by Marley’s experience with the intoxicating Herb of Wisdom, known to have been found on King Solomon’s tomb, Kaya’s decor evokes that feeling of being one with nature using subliminal hues of river greens and nectar oranges. This Deluxe courtyard accommodation is furnished with a Queen size bed, personal desk, and a stained glassed dining table for two, flat screen television, and Bose entertainment system. The bathroom features tropical rainfall and handheld showers and a falling water faucet sink.
Kinky Reggae
Representing the true vibe and colors of reggae, this Deluxe Courtyard accommodation is energised with lively shades of red, green and gold, releasing you from the seriousness of life. Kinky Reggae is furnished with a Queen size bed, a personal desk, stained glass dining table for two, flat screen television and Bose entertainment system. The bathroom features tropical rainfall and handheld showers and a falling water faucet sink.
Jammin’
This Deluxe Courtyard accommodation combines the influence of Moroccan designs and the idyllic traditions of the Caribbean with tropical accessories in hues of golden oranges, royal purples and nature’s greens. An invitation to dance, Jammin’ features a Queen size bed, personal desk, and a stained glass dining table for two, Jammin’ offers enough space to do just that. The bathroom features tropical rainfall and handheld showers and a falling water faucet sink.
Talkin' Blues
Even during hard times, every day presents a ray of sunshine. The Talkin' Blues Deluxe Courtyard accommodation is a reflection of tranquil blue skies with various hues of blues. With its soothing and calm décor, it features a Queen size bed, personal desk, stained glass dining table for two. The bathroom features tropical rainfall and handheld showers and a falling water faucet sink.
Satisfy My Soul
Getting back to our roots in nature, this Deluxe Courtyard accommodation features earthly tones and offers a hand made Queen size bed and personal desk. The bathroom features a pedestal sink and tropical showerhead. Satisfy My Soul can be reserved on its own or as an adjoining suite to Three Little Birds.
Guest suite amenities include:
Internet service
In-room safe
Iron and ironing board
Hair dryer
Bose entertainment system
Flat screen television
Desk and dining area
Aromatherapy amenities
Bathrobes and slippers
Coffeemaker
Laundry valet service
Pillow menu
Dining:
Simmer Down Restaurant
Gourmet Caribbean cuisine with some of Bob’s favourites on the menu as well as other classic family recipes. Organic produce and fresh seafood play host here, where diners have the option of sitting on the beachfront patio, interior dining room, or in the courtyard, where a stage hosts live entertainment. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner for two or a family gathering you desire, just relax and enjoy the restaurant’s delicacies and natural mysticism. A Marley may even swing by and dine with you.
Bar
One of its kind, "Stir It Up" is the music bar on property, brilliantly designed with a mosaic cut glass counter is a sure hang out spot. Guests and locals alike can take a moment to enjoy signature cocktails at the bar or at the lounge and appreciate the attention given to detail.
Facilities and Services:
5-Star Personal Concierge service is available
24-hour In-room dining
Natural Mystic - Boutique spa
Fuses remedies and traditional secrets from Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, as well as Rita's herbal bath rituals. An aroma steam room is featured for the ultimate in renewal. A host of services include herbal body scrubs and wraps, nail care, and hot and cold plunges. This serene space includes a greeting room, the Uprising Tea Lounge, unique ‘Wata’ passage, massage rooms, a couple's suite and beach hut massage areas. Leave with a deep sense of balance, renewal and peace.
Music Gallery
Offers a behind-the-scenes look at the history of music in the Marley family – a legendary path into the musical life of Bob, Rita, family, and friends. See rare photos and gold awards adorned from wall-to-wall. Hear their music, as well as interviews in one of the listening stations. Feel the vibe through the music.
Swim with the dolphins, scuba diving and snorkelling
Private, free-form pools
The resort is partnered with Bally Total Fitness providing guests with free gym access, only a 5-minute walk from the resort.
Golf, tennis and racquetball available at nearby sports facilities.
Marley Boutique
The uniquely designed Marley Boutique showcases music, resort logo merchandise, memorabilia and high-end fashion wear, “Catch A Fire,” designed by Bob’s daughter, Cedella. This funky gift shop also offers quality arts and crafts by African, Jamaican and Bahamian artisans.