Kids Eat Free (and Older Ones Half Price): Hamilton Princess Reviewed

The dining math alone sets Hamilton Princess apart: children under 5 eat free from the kids’ menu, and ages 6–11 receive 50% off the regular menu — a meaningful offset at a hotel where nightly rates start around $600 for a family room in peak season and climb well above $1,000. That financial context matters here, because this is an unambiguously luxury property in Hamilton that suits families who want structured programming, spacious suites, and a private beach — and who can absorb the cost of what is decidedly not an all-inclusive stay.

The hotel’s Family Preferred rating reflects a genuine commitment to younger guests: a seasonal kids’ club, dedicated family dining discounts, and a private beach club with water equipment. The main caveat families should weigh upfront is logistics — the hotel sits on Hamilton Harbour, not on a beach, and reaching the private Beach Club requires a 20-minute shuttle ride.

Key Highlights

• Star rating: 5 stars
• Price range: From ~$609/night; expect $600–$1,000+ per night for a family-of-4 room in peak season
• Kids’ club: Prince & Princess Kid’s Club for ages 5–12, seasonal (typically May–August); charged per child per session, advance registration required
• Beach access: Private Beach Club (Sinky Bay Beach) via complimentary jitney — 20-minute ride
• Family rooms: Available, including connecting rooms, cribs, 1-bedroom suites with separate living areas, and penthouses with kitchenettes
• Pools: Two outdoor pools, including an infinity pool overlooking Hamilton Harbour; adult-only pool also on-site
• Babysitting: Available
• All-inclusive: No

A Kids Club That Comes With Caveats

The Prince & Princess Kid’s Club runs for children aged 5 to 12 with themed activities through the summer months, but families planning a trip around it need to plan carefully. It operates seasonally — typically May through August only — spaces are limited, and advance registration is required. Sessions are charged per child, and there’s a cancellation fee, so this isn’t a drop-in service you can use spontaneously. For families visiting outside peak summer, the club may not be available at all.

For younger children not yet eligible for the club, babysitting is available, and the hotel can arrange additional support through its concierge. The fitness centre, for reference, has a minimum age of 14 for equipment use.

The Beach Club Situation

Hamilton Princess is a harbour hotel, not a beachfront one — and that distinction shapes how you’ll experience the property day to day. The complimentary Beach Jitney runs to the private Beach Club at Sinky Bay Beach, roughly 20 minutes each way. Once there, families have access to a playground, beach toys, paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkel boards, all within a managed private setting. This arrangement works well for families who plan their days in advance; it’s less convenient for spontaneous beach trips or families with very young children who find the shuttle transition disruptive.

Horseshoe Bay Beach — one of Bermuda’s most popular — is around 10–12 minutes by car, and Crystal Caves is 12 minutes away. The hotel’s central Hamilton location also puts Front Street within a 5-minute walk, and the ferry terminal is close, making island-wide exploration straightforward. The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo is about 15 minutes by car — a solid half-day option for families with younger children. To make the most of Bermuda’s wider offerings from this base, browse family-friendly tours and activities or compare kid-friendly day tours before you arrive.

Rooms and Space for Families

Accommodation options are genuinely suited to families who need room to spread out. Connecting rooms can be requested, cribs are available, and the property offers 1-bedroom suites with separate living areas as well as penthouses with kitchenettes — useful for families who want some self-catering flexibility in a hotel that does not offer all-inclusive dining. Given that meals for older children are not subsidised beyond the 6–11 age bracket, having a kitchenette option helps manage costs for longer stays.

What Recent Guests Say

• Exceptional, personalized staff service is the dominant theme across virtually all reviews, with guests consistently describing team members as warm, attentive, and genuinely caring rather than merely doing a job.
• The Fairmont Gold lounge is highlighted by several guests as a standout feature that meaningfully elevates the overall stay, with its dedicated staff receiving particular praise.
• A common thread in guest feedback is the strong desire to return, with many noting they are repeat visitors or are already planning future trips — suggesting the hotel builds lasting loyalty.
• Both the pool area and the Beach Club are mentioned across multiple reviews as well-managed, family-friendly spaces where staff go out of their way to keep guests comfortable.
• Guests celebrating special occasions — birthdays, anniversaries, and milestone trips — repeatedly note that staff made a genuine effort to make those moments feel recognized and memorable.

Who This Hotel Suits (and Who Might Want to Look Elsewhere)

Hamilton Princess works best for families with children aged 5–12 travelling in summer, where the kids’ club is operational and the full scope of the property’s family programming is available. Families with toddlers can still make good use of the beach club, pools, and babysitting, though the per-session kids’ club won’t be relevant. Pre-teens who don’t need a dedicated club will find enough in the way of water sports and activities to stay engaged.

The hotel also caters openly to couples and adult-oriented experiences — the adult-only pool and spa are prominent features — so families expecting a resort atmosphere focused exclusively on children will find the balance somewhat different here. There is no teens’ club, which may matter for families with older kids who want structured programming beyond the 5–12 age range.

Budget is the sharpest filter. At $600–$1,000+ per night before meals, activities, kids’ club session fees, and transport, this is one of the more expensive options in Bermuda’s family hotel market. Families looking for an all-inclusive structure to control costs should look elsewhere — this property is not set up that way, and dining and extras add up quickly.

No grocery stores are noted nearby, which is worth factoring in if you’re planning on stocking a suite kitchenette — the hotel concierge would be the practical starting point for arranging provisions.

For the full amenities breakdown and Family Fit rating details, see our full Resort Finder profile for Hamilton Princess & Beach Club.