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The Crystal Shops at Atlantis is a luxury retail center integrated within the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas, targeting international tourists and affluent visitors. Covering 25,000 square meters of gross leasable area over two levels, it houses 35 stores focused on high-end fashion, jewelry, and beauty brands including anchors like Gucci, Versace, Cartier, and Rolex. Built in 2005 and owned by Brookfield Asset Management, the property leverages the resorts casino, water parks, and accommodations to generate captive footfall of over 5.5 million annual visitors, with average monthly traffic at 83,333 and dwell times of 2.5 hours.

Occupancy remains strong at 95% with a 5% vacancy rate, supported by premium positioning and 50 yearly events enhancing engagement. Rent averages $1,200 per square meter annually, justified by high infrastructure quality, comprehensive security, and 3,000 parking spaces for direct access, though public transport is limited. The demographic profile features a local population of 250,000 with median incomes of $32,000 and average age of 32, but relies heavily on tourist spending averaging $1,200 per visitor annually.

Tenant mix is diverse yet upscale, promoting a Rodeo Drive-like experience.

Leasing advantages include low competition intensity, digital integration with 85% online engagement, and growth potential at 5% annually amid ongoing resort developments. Drawbacks encompass tourism dependency risking footfall drops during economic or seasonal lulls, market saturation in luxury categories, and gaps in affordable fashion or family amenities that could limit broader retail appeal. Operational challenges include aging elements from 2005 construction, potentially requiring infrastructure updates, and low public transport hindering non-resort access.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

1 Paradise Island Drive, Nassau, Bahamas

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Demographic Profile and Footfall

The Crystal Shops at Atlantis draws from a local Nassau population of 250,000, with a wider Bahamian catchment of 5 million, but primarily serves international tourists comprising the bulk of its 5.5 million annual visitors. Average age is 32 years, household size 3.1 persons, and median income $32,000, though tourist demographics skew affluent with higher disposable incomes driving $1,200 average annual spend per visitor. Footfall metrics indicate 83,333 monthly visitors, bolstered by resort integration, yielding 2.5-hour average dwells and 25% retention growth. This supports robust performance but exposes risks to seasonal tourism fluctuations and global travel disruptions, potentially reducing traffic by 20-30% in off-peak periods. Balanced against strengths, the captive audience from Atlantis amenities ensures consistent high-value engagement, though diversifying local appeal could mitigate over-reliance on visitors.

Competitive Landscape and Tenant Mix

Competition at Crystal Shops at Atlantis is low in intensity within its premium resort setting, with 35 stores forming a high-quality, diverse mix anchored by global luxury names like Gucci, Versace, Cartier, and Rolex, emphasizing fashion, jewelry, and beauty. This curation rivals upscale destinations like Rodeo Drive, attracting discerning shoppers and benefiting from minimal direct rivals on Paradise Island. However, broader Nassau market saturation in tourism-driven retail poses indirect pressures from nearby straw markets or downtown boutiques offering affordable alternatives. Strengths include synergistic resort traffic reducing external competition needs, while weaknesses involve limited category breadth, with visitor feedback highlighting desires for trendy streetwear, sustainable options, and family-oriented stores. Overall, the tenant mix enhances prestige and sales potential for compatible luxury lessees but may constrain opportunities for mid-tier or experiential retail amid evolving consumer preferences for affordability and interactivity.

Leasing Terms and Operational Risks

Leasing at Crystal Shops at Atlantis features base rents of $1,200 per square meter annually, with 1,000 square meters currently available amid 5% overall vacancy, reflecting stable demand in a premium environment. Advantages encompass high accessibility via resort pathways and 3,000 parking spaces, comprehensive security lowering crime risks, and marketing support through 50 events yearly achieving 40% attendance. Operational quality is elevated by 2005 construction with high infrastructure ratings and 30% e-commerce integration. Risks include limited public transport complicating employee or non-tourist access, dependency on tourism exposing to economic downturns or hurricanes impacting occupancy, and potential infrastructure aging necessitating capex. Market factors like 0.5% population growth and 10% unemployment underscore tourism volatility, advising lessees to factor in seasonal adjustments and diversification strategies for sustained viability.

Building Details

Property Type
Shopping Centre
Gross Leasable Area
2500
Year Built
2005
Parking Spaces
3000
Average Monthly Footfall
458,333
Owner
Brookfield Asset Management
Anchor Tenants
Gucci, Versace, Cartier, Rolex

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
Paradise Island and Nassau Square Kilometers
Secondary Catchment Area
Greater Bahamas and international tourists Square Kilometers
Catchment area population
250,000 People
Catchment area population
5,000,000 People
Population growth rate
0.5 %
Median age
32 Years
Household size
3.1 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
20.0 %

Median household income
$32,000 USD
Unemployment rate
10.0 %
Cost of living index
120 Index (US=100)

Retail spending per capita
$1,200 USD
Retail spending per capita
$2,500 USD
Spending on apparel
300 USD per capita
Spending on groceries
1,800 USD per capita
Spending on electronics
400 USD per capita

Annual foot traffic
5,500,000 Visitors
Dwell time
2.5 Hours
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
$8,500 USD

Number of retail stores
35 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes Boolean
Competitor density (same category)
Low Qualitative
Tenant diversity
High Qualitative
Unique Concepts
Yes Boolean

Gross Leasable Area
2,500 sqm
Number of Levels
2 Levels
Average rent per square meter
$1,200 USD per year
Vacancy rate
5.0 %
Lease term flexibility
Moderate Qualitative
Available retail space
1,000 Square Meters

Proximity to main roads
Direct Qualitative
Public transport access
Limited Qualitative
Parking spaces
3,000 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High Qualitative

E-commerce competition
High Qualitative
Click-and-collect adoption
30.0 %
Internet penetration
85.0 %

Retail crime rate
Low Qualitative
Security measures
Comprehensive Qualitative

Promotional events
50 Events per year
Loyalty program penetration
40.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes Boolean

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
Ongoing Qualitative
Mall expansion plans
Yes Boolean
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