No Damage from Bill!

Thank you for your calls and emails of concern for us at 9 Beaches. We're happy to report that Hurricane Bill was a minor annoyance to some and an extra dose of adventure for all.

We dodged the worst of Hurricane Bill as it passed almost 200 miles to the west of the island early Saturday morning. But just as the weather before Bill was sunny and beautiful, it is the same now.

There were about 80 guests who stayed to brave the storm. We moved all the guests to cabanas on the leeward side of the resort away from the storm. A good move as our main beach remained relatively calm throughout.

One guest chose to move to a cabana on the stormy side. While he said it did get pretty noisy the cabana was nice and dry. The cabanas at 9 Beaches are built to withstand hurricanes so the gale force winds from Bill were not a problem.

With winds reaching 50 miles per hour, we did experience several hours without power but everything is already back in working order. Guests were impressed with our hurricane preparedness.

9 Beaches as you know is for adventurous individuals. Over the weekend our guests received an extra dose and enjoyed it!

Here is a "Before and After" shot of Dark 'n Stormy's!

Tropical Storm Bertha Update

Tropical Storm Bertha was a hurricane just a few hours before it passed within 100 miles of Bermuda on Monday but was still packing some pretty serious winds.

Thank you for your calls and emails of concern for us at 9 Beaches. I'm happy to report Bertha left no serious damage!

Our cabanas are made of very strong sail cloth and aluminum and are surprisingly sturdy structures having withstood hurricanes in the past. All of our departments have an excellent preparedness plan, and we have a second generator just in case.

Here is a photo of Paradise Pier on Monday when the storm was here.

Our guests had a great time despite the weather. It certainly made for a vacation they’ll never forget!

If you stayed at 9 Beaches during Tropical Storm Bertha, share you stories with us!

A Top 5 Ultra-Casual Hotel

It's time to celebrate! Who would have thought an ultra-casual resort like 9 Beaches could be listed among the top 5 hotels in upscale Bermuda?

9 Beaches is now ranked as the fifth most popular hotel in Bermuda on TripAdvisor. And that's out of 33 hotels! Your satisfaction and positive reviews made it happen!

Bermuda is known for its ritzy, luxury hotels, so we are exceptionally proud of our casual resort for being #5!

If you are looking for an exciting and unique vacation in a spectacular setting, 9 Beaches is for you!

Read reviews from our past guests on TripAdvisor.

Caption Contest Winner Announced!

Our fans have chosen the winner of the 9 Beaches Caption Contest. More than 2,000 people weighed in and voted on the top ten phrases submitted to 9 Beaches to describe the resort. The overwhelming favorite aptly names 9 Beaches “an unassuming paradise.”

Shannon E. has won a free 3 nights’ stay at 9 Beaches!

Guests came up with a wonderful array of descriptions for the uniquely ultra-casual resort experience – “Heaven on Earth for the Down to Earth,” “Sun-Kissed Peaceful Bliss,” “Back to Nature,” “Perfect Beach Style Wedding,” “Get Away From it ALL,” and “Bermuda WOW!” to name a few. All the finalists received one of the hotel’s most popular logo items - a free 9 Beaches hat.

9 Beaches is an understated paradise providing an unparalleled Bermuda experience for the right traveler – adventurous, water sports lovers. The spectacular beaches, big sky sunrises and sunsets, and relaxed atmosphere make a dreamy vacation for the ultra casual. Luxury seekers should vacation elsewhere. This flip-flop friendly resort promises no jackets and ties, no fancy framework, just exquisite seascapes and perfect beaches.

Bookmark the 9Beaches blog now so you don't miss our next contest announcement! You could be our next winner!