Tiamo Resort
South Andros Island, The Bahamas
Tiamo Resort
South Andros Island, The Bahamas
www.tiamoresorts.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Independent
Date of Creation
First opening 2001, full renovation 2013, next one Sept and Oct 2014
Hotel General Manager
Wilfried P.Vincent
On property from 2011, previously in French Polynesia 8 years, St Barth 6 years, Emirat 4 years, Paris 5 years
Hotel Positioning
Fist boutique hotel, Eco-Luxe, Bahamas.
Joined Small Luxury Hotels of the World in November 2014. Human size resort, 11 villas, 8 boats, SPA by Helemis, Dive Center (PADI), Concierge, Fitness center, Complimentary WIFI.
33 guests Maximum for 45 staff memebers.
Development strategy
N/A
TIAMO RESORT
History & Story
Previously in 2001 Tiamo was Fishing Lodge, South Andros : Capital of the World for bonefishing (Salt Fly fishing).
In 2011 with the new owner we decided to open the first boutique hotel in the Bahamas, but we keep the eco spririt because it is located at 10 mn from the world’s 3rd biggest reef.
Date Renewal
October and November , every year since 2011.
Each year, we renew furnishings or install new technologies.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
« From the moment you arrive until you leave, our job is to make sure your experience with us is everything you expected and more. Upon arrival, your stress melts away. Tiamo Resort offers the true holiday feeling, together with the omnipresent sun, the calm and the necessary luxury. During your stay, our staff will make your visit as comfortable as possible. If there is anything you require, you only need to pick up the phone or fill out a form and we’ll make it happen. That’s why, at Tiamo Resort, your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.”
Location
• South Andros Island
• 10 mn flight from Nassau
• 1h20 flight from Fort Lauderdale executive airport with Watermakers air (www.watermakerair.com)
Key sites/activities in the area
• Capital of the World for bonefishing (salt water fly fishing).
• Scuba diving & snorkeling, 5 mn in front of the World’s biggest reef.
• Nature Walk, 300 diffent birds In Andros; orchids.
Fun Facts
We received, once, a request from a guest who wanted to bring his dog along with him. Unfortunately, we had to inform him that we cannot allow dogs on the property as long as there are other guests staying on the island. That’s when he decided to rent the entire island for two weeks, just for him and his dog. Isn’t that incredible? He even came back a second time, and again he brought his dog with him.
Children’s Corner
N/A
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Breeze villa : 4 units
Breeze Villas are built in typical Bahamas style and to get the full experience of the tropical ambiance has direct access to the beach. Rooms have King or twin bed, dock station, safe, complimentary WiFi access, 700 square feet private deck, open walls, no windows, and no air conditioning. Enjoy the fresh air of the Bahamas at its best. Room size 700 square feet.
• Pool Villa : 5 units
Pool Villas have spacious bedrooms, a private pool and 700 square feet terrace with sea view, direct beach access, King or twin bed, seating area with coffee and tea facilities, air-conditioning, wet bar, dock station, safe and complimentary WiFi access. Room size 700 square feet.
• Exclusive Villa : 1 unit
Exclusive Pool Villa interior is truly elegant: King bed, stylish stone floor bathroom with eco-friendly bath amenities, and Egyptian cotton dressing gowns – the perfect honeymoon villa. The Villa also offers wet bar, tea and coffee-making facilities, dock station, safe, complimentary WiFi access, private pool and 900 square feet terrace with direct access to the beach
• Luxury Birds Nest Villa : 1 unit
The Bird’s Nest however, is Tiamo’s 11th and most special accommodation. It has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a large living room, a huge swimming pool, and a special massage pool. All bedrooms feature en-suite stone bathrooms, and the occupants of the master suite will be blown away by the panorama; this all-glass luxury pad has a 360? view across the island and out to the beautiful blue waters of the Caribbean.”
Restaurants & Bars
• Tiamo restaurant
The sophisticated, natural approach that defines our resort’s philosophy is applied to the food we serve in our restaurant, and our Michelin-trained chef “ Keith”, Young Bahamian guy, in love with the Kitchen, will ensure you’re in very capable hands, a real passion for him. Savour the flavours of carefully crafted Caribbean and fusion cuisine, made using the freshest local and organic ingredients, and complemented by an excellent selection of wines from some of the world’s best vineyards.
The ambience of the Great Room is stylish yet relaxing. Colorful artwork adorns the sea blue wood walls, candles light the tables, and the gentle, tropical breeze and sounds of the sea form the ultimate backdrop as you enjoy your meal. Beach-side chic dining at its best. And of course, all your dining is included in the price of your stay (except if special request).
For an extra serving of romance with your evening meal, choose to dine alfresco on the terrace. Come at sunset to take in the splendid views over the pool to the ocean as you enjoy the European inspired fusion cuisine and a glass of something refreshing. Or arrive later for a moonlit dinner for two under the Caribbean night sky and let the tantalizing aromas of barbecued seafood that drift up from the lower deck set your appetite racing.
Breakfast 06:45 to 10:30 / Lunch 12:00 to 14:00 / Dinner 19:00 till 21:30. Room service also available on same times
Wellness
• Spa By Helemis
• 6 villas have private pool
• 1 common infinity pool
• PADI Dive Center
• Fitness room
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Weeding – buy out possible maximum 33 guest.
Extra Notable Features
• Wake board
• Water skiing
• Deep sea-fishing
• Salt fly fishing
• Paddle board
• Sea kayak
• Sailing
• Snorkelling
• Birds watching
• Cooking class
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2014
Certificate of excellence / trip advisor
2nd best hotel in the Bahamas after One&Only, Magazine Island hopper
On top ten boutique hotel in Caribbean islands, magazine Island hopper
2013
Winner traveller choice / tripadvisor
2012
Certificate of excellence / tripadvisor
Number of employees
45