Rock House Hotel
Hill & Bay Street, EL-27234 Harbour Island
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#1 of 9 hotels in Harbour Island
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4.9
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4.9
Value
4.7
Rock House is a luxury 10 room boutique hotel on Harbour Island, Bahamas. Our fine dining restaurant has one of the best sunset views of the bay. Personal service and unmatched attention to every detail.Rock House has been a vibrant and colourful feature of the Harbour Island landscape since the early 1940's. Originally a private home, then a Bed and Breakfast and for many years a rental property, Rock House today has evolved to become the standard for elegance, island sophistication and superior service. Fodor's Choice, Condé Nast, Travel & Leisure and Tripadvisor award winner.In July 2002, Rock House caught the interest of the well-known South Florida builder J. Wallace Tutt III. Tutt and business partner Don Purdy, who had already created the successful Hotel Impala in South Beach and worked on commissions for Cher and the late Gianni Versace, had a vision of transforming the property into a luxury boutique hotel. The bar and dining experience at Rock House warrant special and distinct mention offering fine dining under the stars on the pool patio, at our select Chef's Table or on the Terrace overlooking the bay - you can be assured of the perfect cocktail, a superb wine list and delectable menu choices, all served by an attentive yet unobtrusive staff.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Yoga classes
Bar / lounge
Board games / puzzles
Highchairs available
Car hire
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Poolside bar
24-hour security
Concierge
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
First aid kit
Clothes dryer
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Private beach
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Telephone
Bottled water
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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Grade: 86 out of 100
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5Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
Hill & Bay Street, EL-27234 Harbour Island
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- corinab1474 contributionsLove our stay!! cant wait to come back to our happy placeWallace Tutt would be thrilled with the new owners and management!! Impeccable service, delicious food and friendly staff. Love the beach area - close to hotel and food and drink stand available (Suzie Q was awesome). Thank you Team Rock House. cant wait to come backI am both delighted and honored by this review. Thank you corinab147. Wallace created an incredible experience at Rock House during his time with us. It's only fitting that our goal is to make this a place he would approve. Oh, and I'll be sure to let Suzie know she's made another lasting impact! She's the best!Written May 3, 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Date of stay: April 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten May 1, 2023
- David WToronto, Canada14 contributionsROCK HOUSE ROCKS, AGAIN!Just returned from our 3rd stay (5 nights) and nothing disappoints. Rooms are comfortable, well-equipped, with nice amenities. Turn down service at night too. Staff are always welcoming, friendly and helpful. Most of the people are long term employees. We prefer being in town and it's a few minutes by golf cart to the beach where there is an attendant for whatever you want. You just grab a beach bag on the way out for towels, water etc. We've eaten in all the restos and still prefer Rock House. The bar and dining area are candlelit at night and there is a panoramic view of the harbour. There are always a few creative items added to their menu. You can probably pay a lot more at resort type places but we love the intimacy and the location - and the staff. And there are always fun and interesting people at the bar every night. Breakfast is included and always fresh fruit and baked things. All you need to do is make your own coffee. We think this place is a real gem!Date of stay: January 2020Written January 28, 2020
- Artsy G14 contributionsGreat Vacation!The inn was wonderful. The staff were attentive and truly care about their guests. We wanted to stay at The Dunmore but it was booked and we are thankful looking back on it. Nicki was incredible - she booked our dinner reservations and out best meal was at The Rock House for dinner. (Our best lunches were at Runaway Hill and Sip Sip.) The hotel provides beach bags and Susannah was at the beach helping us with drinks and general information about the island and tips. A continental breakfast is provided and you may order extras items for an additional charge at breakfast. I can't say enough good things about the inn and the service we received. I look forward to returning with my husband soon. Have Nicki order a golf cart for you - you will want one.Date of stay: February 2020Written March 2, 2020
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We had a wonderful stay at the Rock House, which was located in the perfect spot, close to everything. The entire team took care of us. Thank you to Romanda, Pia & Henry! We look forward to visiting you again soon!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Jul 27, 2023
Awww, thank you so much for this review! Romanda and Pia are the best! I can't tell you how lucky I am to work with this team. We can't wait to show you the new changes when you get backkem198!
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Wallace Tutt would be thrilled with the new owners and management!! Impeccable service, delicious food and friendly staff. Love the beach area - close to hotel and food and drink stand available (Suzie Q was awesome). Thank you Team Rock House. cant wait to come back
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded May 3, 2023
I am both delighted and honored by this review. Thank you corinab147. Wallace created an incredible experience at Rock House during his time with us. It's only fitting that our goal is to make this a place he would approve. Oh, and I'll be sure to let Suzie know she's made another lasting impact! She's the best!
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Henry and his team at the Rock House are terrific. They provide a gracious and enjoyable experience for their guests. They make you feel incredibly welcome, as if you are invited to stay in their home, which in many ways is the point. They raise the bar for hospitality not just for Bahamas resorts, but for any get-away vacation. The setting, the dining and the staff are all first-rate Thank you for making my time there so enjoyable. I will definitely return. P.S. Please do not use Silver Air to fly to the Eleuthera. That was my one mistake.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Apr 8, 2023
Thank you so much for this review! It warms my heart to see our team in action. We love what we do and are very grateful to do it on this beautiful island. I can't wait for you to see what we have planned for next season! See you soon!
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This is truly a special place. A charming Bahamian traditional house with incredible bay views, this boutique hotel has it all. Genuine, attentive and great staff making everything possible for a special stay. We stayed at the plumeria room, much more spacious than the pictures, with views of the bay. The bar and restaurant has a great vibe and energy and most probably the best food and cocktails in the island. The pinks sands is a 5min walk with dedicated chairs and umbrellas for hotel guests and Susie Q is the best in taking care of everyone. This is a unique spot and for sure we’ll come back!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Feb 5, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review our home, Eperrone! I have a straightforward formula that has worked wonders: Happy Staff make Happy Guests!!!! I'm very proud at the attendtion my team gives to all that walk though our doors. I know they can't wait for you to get back!
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We have just completed a fantastic 5 night vacation at The Rock House hotel. Everything about our stay was fantastic from the location and design of the building and rooms to the private area on pink sands beach plus all the really friendly staff and the great food and drink made it a really memorable stay. I would defiantly recommend Rock House to both stay and have dinner sitting under the stars around the lovely swimming pool. We will miss everything about Rock House and Harbour Island when back in the cold and wet UK. Also a big thank you to Henry (manager) who looked after us so well both before and during our visit.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Nov 29, 2022
You are too kind Bookhamhoise. I'll be sure to share this with the entire team as I'm sure they will also miss you. Keep those memories of the sun, sand, and sea handy for when you get back to the UK! We'll do our best to send a little sunshine your way!
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Very nice boutique hôtel in a beatuiful garden and private cabanas oustide the rooms. Beach amenities and staff were also awesome. Food at the beach was the best we tried in the surroudings for lunch. At the holel, great and adorable staff, were very helpful and accomodating. Made our stay exceptional !
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Nov 29, 2022
Thanks Barbuchette for taking the time to review Rock House!! I always say that it's the staff that makes this place feel so welcoming. As long as we keep them happy, our staff is sure to do the same for all that visit us. Hope to see you back soon!
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This was our favorite dinner. The dining room is beautiful, we had great service, and every dish was a local delight. We didn’t have a reservation but was still able to get a table for two. We tried the lobster bisque, the octopus, the mushroom glazed pork chop, conch mac-n-cheese, and a lobster pasta dish with rum cake for dessert.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Nov 21, 2022
Thank you so much for this! Our restaurant is constantly looking for new ways to provide the best food and service on the island. And the new lobster pasta is my absolute favorite!
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I just returned from the Rock House after a 5-night stay with 2 of my friends. Absolutely everything is perfection! The decor, the warmth, the hospitality, the amazing bed and the food! Suzanne provided the best beach service that I've ever had. Henry has really cultivated a special place that made this beach vacation my favorite of all time. There's no doubt we will be back. Thank you for everything!!
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Jul 25, 2022
Thank you so much for deciding to spend your vacation with us. Suzanne is a true gem. As are the rest of our family. I am beyond proud of the commitment they show not only to Rock House, but to the people like you that make this place feel like home. We can't wait to welcome you back!
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From the moment we arrived we experienced nothing but warm and and exceptional service. Upon arrival we were greeted by Henry and promptly escorted to the Cana Lilly suite. The hotel is the perfect combination of sophistication and relaxed elegance. We will absolutely be back and can not imagine a better five night stay. Thank you for being so attentive and your fine hospitality.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: This is one if the finest boutique hotels I have experienced
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Jul 8, 2022
It was my pleasure. We're only able to provide this service because of the dedication that our staff members show to all who come through our doors. We're aiming even higher for the new season. I hope to welcome you back home soon!
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My husband and I celebrated our 50th anniversary at the Rock House, splurging with a full week’s stay. From the moment we arrived we were treated like family. Everyone from Romanda at the front desk to Suzanne who made sure every single need was met at the beach and pool and even the smiling housekeepers who made sure our room was spotless, they ALL made this a trip of a lifetime. The rooms are incredible with quality in every detail. The sheets are amazing. The mattress was perfect. (We’ve never slept so good on a vacation.) And the amenities! We are now obsessed with Molton Brown toiletries. We’re going to be buying them just to remind us of our trip to Rock House. But there’s more!! We arrived to a chilled bottle of champagne and a hand written card for our anniversary AND on the actual day, they had the gardener cut us a fresh bouquet of flowers straight from the lush grounds themselves. A side note. Along with the flowers they brought me some fresh cut aloe because they noticed I had a sunburn. At our dinner that night, they decorated our table with sparkle dots and ended the amazing meal with a dessert complete with a huge sparkler. The view at Rock House is without question one of the best spots on the island. Several mornings we took advantage of the continental breakfast, served at any table you desire. Cloth napkins, beautiful dishes, and rich robust coffee, homemade muffins, various fresh fruits and juice. The thing that really made the biggest impression was the daily housekeeping and nightly turn down service. Who does that anymore!! Oh and towels! The thickest towels we’ve ever had at any hotel. plus robes and slippers of course. All in all if we could give Rock House six stars it would be well deserved. Henry, the owner, was a delight but rather busy caring for his wife who gave birth to a baby boy the day after we arrived. He’s a first class gentleman and runs this place with excellence. We obviously would recommend the Rock House to anyone who wants to get some rest, relaxation, and be spoiled every single minute. You add to this the pink sand beaches…yes it’s true, the fun of beebopping all over the island with a golf cart, definitely worth it, and the nightly dinners available all over the island, you simply MUST experience Harbour Island but only if you stay at the Rock House. With gratitude and love for each person there! Chuck and Becky Rycenga…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Henry Rolle, Owner at Rock House Hotel
Responded Jun 27, 2022
Thank you so much for this review 624beckyr. Our staff kept me updated on all levels of your booking and stay. I'm extremely proud of the dedication they showed to you and all of our guests while I was away supporting my wife. Congratulations again on celebrating 50 beautiful years of marriage. I hope you realize that you've set relationship goals for me!
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$507 - $760 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rock House Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Rock House Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Dunmore Town (0.1 miles), Master Watersports (0.1 miles), and Princess Street Gallery (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Rock House Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Rock House Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Rock House Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Rock House Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Landing Restaurant, Rock House Restaurant, and Bahamas Coffee Roaster.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Rock House Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and yoga classes during their stay.
Is Rock House Hotel located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Harbour Island.
Are any cleaning services offered at Rock House Hotel?
Yes, laundry service and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Rock House Hotel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Dunmore Town (0.1 miles).
Does Rock House Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbor view available here.