Cambridge Beaches Resort and Spa sits on a peninsula at Kings Point in Sandys Parish, on the west end of the island, close to Somerset Village and a short ride from the Royal Naval Dockyard. It is one of Bermuda's older resort names, a cottage-style retreat whose history goes back to the early twentieth century, and it is known for its waterside setting, with water on several sides and a series of small private beaches and coves. Accommodation is spread across low buildings and cottages rather than a single tower, so the feel is quiet and personal. The resort has a spa, swimming pools, tennis and a choice of restaurants and bars, and guests can usually arrange water sports, so you can spend the day without going anywhere. It suits couples, honeymooners and travellers who want a peaceful base at the quieter end of the island, with easy access to the Dockyard boat trips and the museum. Because services, room categories and dining outlets change over time, check current details with the hotel when you book.
Location and getting around
The west end is the island's calmer corner, and Cambridge Beaches puts you within reach of Somerset Village, with its shops and cafes, and the Dockyard, where most of the boat trips in this guide begin. Public ferries run between the Dockyard and Hamilton, and buses and taxis cover the rest.
Visitors cannot rent cars in Bermuda, so ask the hotel about transfers from the airport, which is on the far side of the island, and about bus stops and taxi rates. The east end caves and St. George's are a long way off, so plan those as full-day trips, perhaps with a guided tour that includes transport.
Rooms and who it suits
The resort's cottage-style layout means views, walking distances and privacy vary by category, so describe what matters to you when you book, whether that is a sea view, a quiet corner or easy access to the main building. It is a good fit for couples, anniversaries and quiet getaways, and for travellers who like to read on a private beach and take a boat trip or two.
Families are welcome in many resorts of this type, but ask about children's facilities and room configurations. Rates sit in the upper range, and winter often brings lower prices and quieter grounds.
Good to know
Some dining outlets, spa services and water sports operate seasonally or on reduced schedules outside summer, so confirm what is open for your dates. Expect a more relaxed pace than in Hamilton, with fewer nightlife options and an early-to-bed rhythm, though Somerset Village has a few restaurants and pubs. The coastline here has rocky edges as well as sand, so bring water shoes.
Pack layers for evening breezes and ask the hotel about its dress code in the restaurants. Because the resort is on a peninsula, a taxi to Hamilton can take a good part of an hour, so plan your days around zones rather than hopping around.
Why stay here
- ✓Peninsula setting on the west end
- ✓Private beaches and coves
- ✓Cottage-style accommodation
- ✓On-site spa
- ✓Swimming pools
- ✓Tennis
- ✓On-site restaurants and bars
- ✓Near Somerset Village and the Dockyard
Good questions
Where is Cambridge Beaches?+
At Kings Point in Sandys Parish on the west end, close to Somerset Village and a short ride from the Royal Naval Dockyard.
Does it have a beach?+
Yes. The resort is on a peninsula with several small private beaches and coves, though the shoreline also has rocky stretches, so bring water shoes.
Is it a good base for boat trips?+
Yes. The Dockyard, where the glass-bottom, snorkel and catamaran trips begin, is a short ride away by bus or taxi.
