Antigua is served by resorts and hotels for a range of budgets and tastes- from Luxury Adult Only, Boutique to All-Inclusive and more affordable decent 3-star options at the lowest prices. It is certainly easier to ask what is missing, there are no brash big resorts, and no water parks (but calm seas and water sports are a great substitute) in fact resorts focus on the beach and that Antigua staple which is relaxation. With the new Royalton CHIC Antigua is eager to attract a more party vibe- a break from tradition.
Where is the best place to look for a resort in Antigua?
Are you first-time visitors staying for a week? If the answer is yes then be carefree about where on the island you will be situated. Almost all Antigua resorts are situated on great beaches and nothing is too far away. We have local area guides for tourists for you to look through when you have a shortlist of potential resorts.
Location
It's not necessary to situate yourself based on location to Nelsons Dockyard or Shirley Heights (or other notable attractions/beaches/nightlife) as the size of Antigua allows you full access. Instead, focus on choosing the right resort for you and your clan.
If you still want to be located in a specific spot then we have the following pages that group touristic points of interest:
North, North East, East, South East, South, South West, West, North West
Antigua Latitude Longitude 17.084996225538134, -61.79542855608563
Who is suited best to an Antiguan resort vacation?
Are you looking for the best resort to get married in or have a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon? Yes, Antigua is considered a romantic paradise but also is great for families and singles too. You may find the island at times and places quiet but there are parties to be had if you try hard enough! Just ask your bartender or concierge is my advice.
When To Visit Antigua
Out of season, it can be quiet, with the exception that some locations seem to hold more bars and restaurants that are actually open year round. English Harbour tends to slow down out of season (with closures) more than say the South West or North West. Just be ready to disengage from time and enjoy the in-house resort restaurants and nightlife. The busiest periods are around Christmas to Easter, which see more visitors to the island and check for Sailing Week as it's busier. Read more on the Antigua tourist season >>
We have a list of the most relevant and popular resorts here on this page please look through them.
Anything less than a luxury or boutique-rated place can feel dated to some. If you are used to global travel it is easy to get frustrated when you can have a 5-star experience in Dubai or Bangkok at a fraction of the cost. There are always exceptions, Antigua has its fair share of modern luxurious resorts but even at the highest end you will not find the same level of luxury as at the highest-end hotels in Dubai like the Burj Al Arab- this is an unfair comparison! People don't come to Antigua for the resort alone. Some of the more affordable resorts in Antigua are comfortable but feel dated in places. There are many rooms to be had in Antigua where you are right on the beach or even overwater bungalows. Now that trumps any other luxury for me!
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Keyonna Beach offers luxury right on the beach..
Looking at a Caribbean vacation? Though Antigua is not a cheap island, generally speaking, you can choose to visit out of season for lower rates especially all-inclusive. Use the filters (green buttons) to get a quick view of the accommodations that fit your needs.
General categorization of Antigua resorts
Some hotels' crossover e.g. Royalton Antigua is both all-inclusive and also family and also classed as luxury. TRY OUR NEW AI RESORT ASSISTANT and save time on finding your perfect stay, she is trained across many resources and frequently updates her knowledge. Just start a chat and see what she recommends..
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Cocos Hotel is positioned on the Bluff, where the views are very hard to rival, even here in paradise! This is a great location with typically high-quality beaches so a great romantic option for your Antigua resort. You need to be at least 18 years old to stay. Romance - Wellness - Relaxation these are the mantras at Cocos.
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The Jolly Beach Resort is perfect for those travellers looking for a budget all inclusive stay in Antigua. It runs an all-inclusive plan that includes limited water sports (SUP, Kayaking) food and drinks.
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If you wish to experience a luxurious and relaxing vacation in Antigua, Hodges Bay Resort would be the perfect Antigua resort pick for you.
Read more: Hodges Bay Resort Antigua - Boutique Instagramable Resort
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Located on the east coast of Antigua, Hammock Cove is an adult-only, all-inclusive resort that offers a premium 5-star experience to it's guests. With an authentic identity from new via its original foundations. Using its own excavated earth and rock colours in its very design. Local hardwood furniture has been utilized across the 1080 square feet in each of the 41 villas in support of the local economy and to reduce the carbon impact.
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This hotel (or is it an Antigua resort?) offers those seeking a stay in the heart of English Harbour a unique offering, as the accommodation is split over two locations linked by boat (less than a minute's transfer). In a most historic set of buildings constructed around 1788 from bricks made in England you might well be sleeping in the same space as Lord Horatio Nelson.
Read more: The Admiral's Inn & Gunpowder Suites - Hotels in English Harbour Antigua
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No longer the newest all-inclusive resort in Antigua, now that belongs to the new Royalton CHIC. No old or dated fixtures is perhaps one of the main draws. Certainly a resort befitting the LUXURY tag where there may be elements of doubt depending on your own definition. All-In Luxury is a registered trademark and concept for Blue Diamond Resorts who own/manage the Royalton Antigua.
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This popular resort had a refurb in 2017 with people raving over how good this place is. If you do read between the lines some say the furniture is dated and smaller rooms and beds are issues, they didn't see this spoiling their vacation of course. This resort is on one of the calmer beches long bay.
Read more: Pineapple Beach Club Resort - Best Value All Inclusive Antigua
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Set on the west side, Cocobay is an all-inclusive, adult-only dream. A suberb setting even by Antigua resort standards.
Often confused (and compared) with Cocos Hotel this adult only resort sits further south on equally fantastic beaches. This is a trendy hangout and one of the places to stay if your anyone!
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The Galley Bay Resort seems to have found the right combination of location and top-quality service, with many customers returning year after year. It is not the most exclusive of the properties you can find but it has more than its fair share of luxury moments.
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Verandah Resort & Spa All-Inclusive Adult Resort Antigua
The biggest downside is its semi-secluded location (yet nowhere is really too far away in Antigua) on the island- which may or may not be an issue.
Situated across some of Antigua's finest coastal nature, with nice beaches nearby and having its own 2 beaches onsite.
The Verandah Resort and Spa is located east side next to calm clear Caribbean waters. Ideal for couples to escape for a week or two, the Verandah has everything you need. An all-inclusive plan helps you relax and enjoy a great romantic stay.
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Recommended for families and couples alike, the restaurants and service receive very complimentary feedback and the all-inclusive watersports are a real bonus. A popular established Antigua resort based in the south close to the famous English Harbour and easy to get to Shirley Heights sunday BBQ and evening party.
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Please note carefully the all-inclusive ESCAPE is different than the self-catered RESIDENCES.
Nonsuch Bay Resort in general (both ESCAPE and RESIDENCES) purports to be a high-end luxury Antigua resort offering, a variety of accommodation options, all located in a more quiet, secluded part of Antigua. The main issue guests notice most with the resort is the seclusion, ergo lack of eating options off-site (particularly an issue for the self-catered option). The residences allow families to stay unlike the escape which is kid free.
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Hermitage Bay 5 Star Luxury
The individuality that comes from being privately owned is clearly apparent across the resort. 30 five star suites to wake up in paradise. The bay is stunning! One of the Caribbean's finest- this is Antigua after all you expect that. Indeed many people state that they simply couldn't believe the views- at some point someone stood on these hills and thought the view should be shared by a top resort.
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The Hawksbill Resort Antigua (formerly Rex Resorts now Caribbean Beach Cottage Collection) is named after one of its five beaches. You can delight in each one if you like, as they are all very good. This is perhaps on of the best mid range Antigua resorts and it is an all-inclusive too.
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This Antigua resort is rated very high with many repeat customers. It offers a secluded position just along the coast from Darkwood Beach and is served by beautiful azure waters and white sands. If you are looking for intimate stays as close to the beach as possible you may have found it in thier bungalows.
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The Antigua Yacht Club resort is perfectly placed for those looking for spacious accommodation, all within walking distance of all the beautiful and lively English Harbour.
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This Antigua resort receives mixed reviews about the standard of the rooms and its close proximity to the Sandals resort. It has some plus points in that it is affordable to many when Antigua is an expensive island to stay and the location is fantastic being right in the middle of the action on Dickenson Bay and among some of Antigua's best bars and restaurants. You are also close to St Johns the capital and the airport.
Read more: Antigua Village Beach Resort - Super Value Self Catering Antigua
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Nicely positioned in the hills above Jolly Harbour is Sugar Ridge. Sugar Ridge positions itself apart from any other resort in Antigua. A 4 star luxury boutique Antigua resort there is no other at this price point so it remains a popular alternative to the formulaic Sandals or the boutique-boutique cocobay and cocos hotel. In fact it just about retains the intimacy of a boutique resort but has the facilities of a larger resort. You might like to check it our for your Antigua vacation. It is important to mention that this resort is not on the beach however there is a service to transport you directly.
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Sandals vacations are reputedly very good and the Antigua Grande is one of their flagship resorts. The beach is superb and there is a wonderful Spa on-site. This is a classic Antigua resort on one of our favourite beaches.
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The Halcyon is currently being demolished for rebuilding as a Royalton CHIC resort to be ready for November 2023 Spring 2024.
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Jumby Bay is an Oetker resort on a private island (Long Island) - where cars are not welcome! Bikes and by foot is the way to travel here. This is perhaps the most exclusive address on the island of Antigua. The best Antigua resort? Probably. It's good enough for Lionel Messi, Bill Gates and Justin Bieber.
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Situated in the north of Antigua, close to the international airport, is a wedding favourite Blue Waters Antigua. With everything you could possibly want in an Antigua resort it remains a popular spot for many.
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If you are looking for that something special, then the Carlisle Bay should probably be at the top of your list for staying in Antigua. In a good location between the South West and South equidistant from many attractions. One of the few truly luxuy Antigua resorts.
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This hotel is small, charming and friendly with an equally pretty and compact beach in Falmouth Harbour. Not quite an Antigua resort per se.
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Newly opened Royalton CHIC, the Blue Diamond Resorts second resort in Antigua. Replacing the old Halcyon Cove resort.
Read more: Royalton CHIC Antigua - Adults Only All Inclusive Antigua
