There’s a new way to check into Atlantis Paradise Island, and it starts well above the resort’s main floors.
The resort has announced the debut of The Imperial Club, a new private club experience opening May 1, 2026, inside The Royal’s East Tower. The concept centers on a more secluded, service-driven stay within one of the Caribbean’s most visited resorts, with access limited to guests booking specific suites and premium room categories.
The new club occupies the 19th floor, with sightlines across the ocean and the surrounding waters of Paradise Island. It’s the latest addition to Atlantis’ ongoing updates, aimed at travelers who want the full Atlantis experience with an added layer of privacy, dedicated service, and curated amenities.
A Different Arrival Experience
Your stay begins away from the main lobby flow.
Guests with access to The Imperial Club will check in at The Sun Lounge, the VIP arrival space inside The Royal Towers. The process is separate, quieter, and designed to move you directly into the experience without the usual front desk lines.
From there, the experience continues upward, with access to the private club level and its dedicated spaces.
This approach signals what Atlantis is building here: a parallel track inside the resort, where you still have full access to everything Atlantis offers, but your entry points, service touchpoints, and daily rhythm are handled differently.
Inside the Imperial Club
The club itself is positioned as a central gathering space throughout the day, with a steady flow of food, drinks, and service built into the experience.
Each morning begins with a complimentary breakfast served inside the club. The offerings are designed to go beyond a standard buffet, with a more tailored presentation and an environment that stays calm even during peak hours.
Later in the day, the club transitions into a series of culinary presentations. You’ll find snacks and small plates appearing between meals, along with a structured cocktail hour featuring signature drinks and a rotating selection of evening canapés and sweets.
The idea is simple: you don’t need to plan every meal or leave the tower for something quick. There’s always something available, and it’s all included as part of the club experience.
The club remains open from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, giving you a consistent place to return to between time at the beach, the pools, or the resort’s attractions.
Suite-Level Access and Butler Service
Access to The Imperial Club is tied directly to where you stay.
Guests booking suite-level accommodations and select premium rooms inside The Royal will be eligible to reserve the experience. These rooms come with an expanded set of benefits, starting with butler service.
That means assistance with unpacking, dining reservations, activity planning, and day-to-day logistics around the resort. At a property the size of Atlantis, that kind of support can significantly change how you spend your time, especially if you’re balancing beach days with restaurant bookings, spa visits, and excursions.
Rooms tied to the club also include Bahamian welcome amenities and upgraded in-room features designed to align with the elevated positioning of the experience.
A Quieter Layer Inside a Busy Resort
Atlantis is known for its energy—water slides, marine habitats, casino floors, and a constant flow of activity across the property.
The Imperial Club introduces a different pace within that environment.
You still have immediate access to Aquaventure, one of the largest water parks in the region, along with Dolphin Cay, The Dig, and the resort’s extensive beachfront. You’re still steps from Atlantis Casino, the Crystal Court Shops, and a long list of restaurants and bars.
But now there’s a place to step away from that activity without leaving the property.
The 19th-floor setting naturally creates distance from the busiest areas, and the controlled access keeps the space limited to a smaller group of guests. The result is a quieter environment when you want it, without sacrificing proximity to everything else.
Dining and Location at The Royal
The Imperial Club’s location inside The Royal keeps you close to many of the resort’s core dining venues.
Within a short walk, you have access to restaurants like Nobu, known for its Japanese-Peruvian menu; Silan, with its focus on Levantine flavors; and Poseidon’s Table, the resort’s expansive buffet-style restaurant. Casual options and bars are spread throughout the tower and surrounding areas, making it easy to mix quick meals with more formal dining.
The Royal also places you within easy reach of the beach, where you’ll find stretches of white sand along Paradise Island’s shoreline.
That positioning is part of the appeal. You’re not tucked away in a distant building—you’re at the center of Atlantis, with the option to retreat when you want to.
Who It’s For
The Imperial Club is aimed at travelers who want the full Atlantis experience with fewer logistical headaches and more built-in comfort.
If you’re visiting for a shorter stay, the dedicated check-in and on-demand assistance can help you maximize your time. If you’re staying longer, the club becomes a daily anchor point, where meals, drinks, and downtime are already handled.
It’s also a fit for travelers balancing work and leisure. The quieter environment and consistent service make it easier to manage calls, meetings, or downtime between activities without leaving the resort.
Couples, families booking larger suites, and repeat Atlantis guests are likely to see the most value here, especially those who already know the property and want a more streamlined version of the experience.
Part of a Larger Evolution at Atlantis
The launch of The Imperial Club is part of a broader effort by Atlantis to expand its higher-end offerings.
Over the last several years, the resort has continued to add new dining concepts, refresh accommodations, and introduce experiences aimed at travelers looking for more than a traditional large-scale resort stay.
This new club fits into that strategy. It doesn’t replace the core Atlantis experience—it layers on top of it, offering a different way to engage with the property.
For a resort that draws a wide range of travelers, from families to luxury seekers, that kind of flexibility is increasingly important.
Planning Your Stay
The Imperial Club officially opens on May 1, 2026, and reservations are available when booking qualifying rooms and suites inside The Royal.
Because access is limited to specific categories, availability is expected to track closely with suite inventory, especially during peak travel periods.
Travelers considering the experience will want to look at room types first, then confirm that Imperial Club access is included as part of the booking.
The Takeaway
Atlantis has always been about variety—water parks, marine habitats, beaches, and a wide range of dining.
The Imperial Club adds a new dimension to that mix.
It gives you a place above it all, where breakfast is already set, cocktails appear in the evening, and someone is available to handle the details. Then, when you’re ready, everything else at Atlantis is right outside the door.
Caitlin Sullivan
2026-04-17 16:06:00