Bahamas lists 3 gaming venues in the iGaming.bet B2B directory, across 2 cities. Cities with the highest concentration of venues: Nassau (2), Freeport (1).
History and regulation of casinos in the Bahamas
The Bahamas has one of the Caribbean oldest gaming industries, with casinos operating in Nassau since the 1920s. Gaming is regulated by the Bahamas Gaming Board, under the Lotteries and Gaming Act. Nassau, the Bahamas capital on New Providence island, has in Atlantis Paradise Island Casino the Caribbean largest casino with more than 700 slot machines, 78 gaming tables and one of the western hemisphere most expansive resorts. Baha Mar Casino at the Baha Mar Resort complex on Cable Beach, with 100,000 square feet of gaming floor, is the country second largest. Grand Bahama, the island closest to Florida at just 100 kilometers from the US state coast, has Grand Bahama Island Casino in Freeport as its gaming reference.
FAQ
What is the largest casino in the Caribbean?
Atlantis Paradise Island Casino in Nassau, Bahamas, is the largest casino in the Caribbean with more than 700 slot machines, 78 gaming tables and one of the western hemisphere most expansive resorts. Baha Mar Casino at the Baha Mar Resort complex on Cable Beach, with 100,000 square feet of gaming floor, is the second largest in the Bahamas.
Are there casinos in Nassau?
Yes, Nassau has the two largest casinos in the Caribbean: Atlantis Paradise Island Casino on Paradise Island and Baha Mar Casino on Cable Beach. Nassau is the Bahamas capital and the archipelago largest tourist destination, accessible by direct flights from Miami, New York, Atlanta and other southeastern US cities in under one hour.
Can Bahamians gamble at casinos in the Bahamas?
No, Bahamian citizens are prohibited by law from gambling at casinos in the Bahamas, making the country one of the few nations in the world where its own citizens cannot access local gaming establishments. Casinos in the Bahamas are exclusively for foreign visitors aged 18 and over.
What is the minimum gambling age in the Bahamas?
The minimum age to enter and play at Bahamas casinos is 18 years for foreign visitors. As noted, Bahamian citizens are prohibited from gambling at local casinos by law. A valid passport is typically required at casino entrances.
What currency do Bahamas casinos use?
Bahamas casinos operate in US dollars, as the Bahamian dollar (BSD) has a fixed 1:1 parity with the US dollar and both currencies circulate interchangeably on the island. North American visitors do not need to exchange currency to play at Nassau casinos.