The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Antigua
Beautiful Antigua has all the trappings of a luxury beach destination with its crystal clear waters, powder-white sand beaches, and lush green interiors dotted with pretty pastel villages. Glamorous English Harbour with its beautiful 18th-century buildings, many of which have been turned into art galleries or accommodation, is one of the areas where you will find some of the best luxury hotels in Antigua. However, the island is blessed with an excellent choice of upscale hotels, the only problem this causes, is how to choose the best one for you. Our hotel experts have helped narrow the search by creating a collection of their favourite luxury stays across the island. Whether you want a couples' hideaway, a grand five-star, or a family-friendly stay — there is plenty to choose from. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next getaway?
For couples
- Keyonna Beach Resort is set on Turners Beach close to the beautiful blue waters of Valley Church Bay. Rustic beach cabins are a perfect couples' hideaway (choose one with a private pool for complete privacy). Adults-only and complete with a spa, all-inclusive dining, and a lovely pool — this is a luxurious choice for two.
- South Point offers condo-style waterfront suites with a private beach overlooking Falmouth Harbour. This is a quiet base for grown-up romance with sexy suites, a romantic water-facing restaurant, and its James Bond-style pool creating the perfect package.
- Galley Bay is an adult-only resort in a spectacular lagoon setting on Antigua’s west coast. Enjoy the beach-front cottages, rambling grounds filled with tropical plants, and the nightly entertainment. With sublime cuisine, this is a spoiling option for couples.
For a five star
- The Inn At English Harbour is an elegant five-star hotel set on its own stretch of private white sand beach. Airy rooms have a grand colonial feel with dark-wood furniture juxtaposed against white-washed walls. With all the usual luxury amenities including a standout spa, fine dining, tennis courts, and watersports — it's a truly indulgent stay.
- Hammock Cove is a chic five-star resort located on Antigua’s northeast coast, next to Devil’s Bridge National Park. Beautifully appointed villas have vaulted ceilings, local hardwood furnishings and sea views from infinity-edge plunge pools. Complete with its own private beach, this is luxury defined.
- Jumby Bay Island is perhaps one of the most exclusive places to stay in the Caribbean; this small island off the north coast of Antigua hosts the rich and famous who come to unwind on the sandy beaches and lounge in the lavish villas. Enjoy fresh Antiguan cuisine and the chic bar. Luxury like no other.
For families
- Carlisle Bay is a sublime beach resort on Antigua's south coast. Luxurious rooms are either beach fronted or garden facing and there is a choice of four restaurants. With clubs for both younger children and teenagers, plus a cinema room, fishing trips and bicycle tours of the island — kids will be kept very busy leaving adults to truly relax.
For an all-inclusive stay
- Curtain Bluff is a luxury all-inclusive beach resort with Caribbean and Atlantic facing beaches. Spacious rooms and suites feature private terraces with sea views. Expect outstanding facilities for tennis and watersports plus fantastic food. Peaceful, stunning and chic.
- Cocobay Resort is an upmarket all-inclusive adult-only beach resort. A range of pastel plantation cottages all boast private balconies; some come with sea-facing plunge pools. Enjoy access to two perfect beaches, waterfront dining, beachfront yoga, and watersports. A has-it-all stay.
- Hermitage Bay is a superlative all-inclusive beachside resort. Huge suites feature dark-wood floors, shuttered windows, outdoor rain showers and day beds. Complete with an infinity pool, a beach, a spa and excellent Caribbean and European cuisine, this is a sophisticated and luxurious choice.
Still not sure?
- Look at our selection of the best family hotels in Antigua or the best all-inclusive hotels in Antigua
- Browse through our collection of all the best places to stay in Antigua
- Expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in the Caribbean
- Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.
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Keyonna Beach Resort Antigua 20 rooms from AU$1000
Romantic Break - Designed for getting away from it all - namely the kids!Honeymoons - Couples only resort popular amongst honeymoonersAdult Only - Does not accept children.All inclusive - The price quote is for two people on an all inclusive basisSet on Turners Beach close to the amazing blue waters of Valley Church Bay. Rustic beach cabins are a perfect couples hideaway. With no children permitted - the entire property lends itself to just that! There is a spa, all inclusive dining, outdoor pool (some cottages have their own). Charming. See More
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The Inn at English Harbour English Harbour 28 rooms from AU$867
Romantic Break - Private terrace to take in the view of boats into the harbour, old fashioned style service and romantic ambienceSights nearby - A stone's throw from Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley HeightsTennis - Two floodlit courts on site.Restrictions on children - Children over ten welcomeRecommended by - Frommers, Fodors, Mr & Mrs Smith, Small Luxury Hotels, Kiwi CollectionExcellent beachfront hotel. Charming rooms feature mahogany four poster beds and colonial style furniture. tennis courts, heated outdoor pool, spa and gym. Caribbean spice meets Italian at the restaurant, chic bar area. Elegant, exclusive and spacious. See More
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South Point English Harbour (Falmouth Harbour) 23 rooms from AU$872
Romantic Break - Quiet base for grown-up romance; sexy suites, romantic water-facing restaurant and James Bond-style pool are the perfect packageClose to nightlife - The area's busy nightlife is made up of those stepping off glitzy yachts; think sunsets, steel drums and DJs under the starsBeach Life - Descend directly to a small private harbour-facing beach with white sand, transparent water and lush palmsViews - Will appeal to those who fancy views over the Caribbean Sea and goings on of the glamorous marinaCondo-style waterfront suites with a private beach and sea-view pool overlooking Falmouth Harbour. Spacious self-catered units decorated in contemporary monochrome style provide a minimalist home-away-from-home vibe. Tropical chic; works equally well for couples, older families and friends. See More
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Galley Bay Antigua 98 rooms from AU$880
Romantic Break - Enjoy the lagoon, private plunge pools, excellent spa and sounds of the surf from your elegant roomAll inclusive - Price quoted is per room per night on an all inclusive basisGreat walks - Three-quarter mile long beachfrontRestrictions on children - No children pleaseRecommended by - FodorsA super friendly adult-only resort in a spectacular lagoon setting on Antigua’s west coast. Enjoy the beach-front cottages, the rambling grounds filled with tropical plants, and the nightly entertainment. Choice of sublime cuisine. Romantic, quiet and idyllic. See More
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Carlisle Bay St Mary's, Antigua 82 rooms from AU$931
Families - Clubs for both younger children and teenagers, cinema room, fishing trips and bicycle tours of the islandHoneymoons - Immersive spa, private boat charters, fine dining and indulgent interiors - what more could you wantDiving - A top spot for diving with manta rays and sea turtles - you can even get ceritifiedTennis - There are tennis courts for guests to have a game in the cooler hoursRecommended by - Fodors, Tablet, Kiwi CollectionSublime beach resort close to English harbour. Rooms and suites feature silk furnishings, contemporary colours, hammocks and large bathrooms. Outdoor pool, direct beach access, spa, yoga space and tennis courts. Superb fresh cuisine in choice of restaurants; chilled bar areas. Effortless indulgence. See More
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Curtain Bluff Antigua 72 rooms from AU$1078
Watersports - All watersports including waterskiing and scuba diving are included in the price!Hideaway - Relatively secluded location, access to quiet white beaches and waterfront spaAll inclusive - Price quoted includes all meals & drinks (unless you decide to upgrade your wine choices) plus watersports, tennis & much more!Tennis - Tennis courts (including use of racquets and balls) included in the priceRecommended by - FodorsSecluded, family friendly, luxury all inclusive beach resort with Caribbean and Atlantic facing beaches. Spacious rooms & suites feature private terraces with sea views and big marble bathrooms. Outstanding facilities for tennis and watersports. Fantastic food. Peaceful, stunning and chic. See More
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Cocobay Resort Antigua 61 rooms from AU$1512
Beach Life - Located on both Valley Church and Little Ffryes beach, both are stretches of pristine white sand and sparkling turquoise watersTotal relaxation - With beaches, pools, lush grounds, spa, yoga and fitness facilities, there's no need to go anywhere for an amazing vacationHoneymoons - Azure Private Pool Suite was designed for honeymoon; look out over the sea from your bed, private pool or two-person tubViews - Views range from the tropical grounds to breathtaking ocean vistas from the resort's cottages, restaurant and spaUpmarket all-inclusive adult-only beach resort. Range of pastel plantation cottages all boast private balconies and views; some come with extra special sea-facing plunge pools. Enjoy access to two perfect beaches, waterfront dining and drinks across two venues, beachfront yoga and watersports. See More
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Hammock Cove Willikies, Antigua 42 rooms from AU$1613
Beach Life - Set on the waterfront on Antigua, steps from the verdant national park, book this hotel for a beautiful beach breakRomantic Break - With discreet, boutique guest villas, oceanfront dining and lots of romantic activitiesGreat walks - Take a guided nature walk to Devil’s Bridge and learn about the local flora and fauna from a hotel expertRomantic - Good for couples.This chic, five-star resort is located on Antigua’s northeast coast, next to Devil’s Bridge National Park. Beautifully appointed villas have vaulted ceilings, local hardwood furnishings and sea views from infinity-edge plunge pools. Complete with its own private beach, this is an exclusive stay. See More
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Hermitage Bay St Johns, Antigua 30 rooms from AU$1833
Honeymoons - Hermitage Bay is the perfect destination for a luxury honeymoon with stunning accommodation and service to match.Foodies - Caribbean cookery lessons and farm tour to see where the fresh produce is sourced on the islandTotal relaxation - Infinity pool, 16 acres of lush gardens, white beaches and sailing trips5* Luxury - Very high service standards.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs SmithSuperlative all inclusive beachside resort in lush gardens. Huge suites feature darkwood floors, shuttered windows, outdoor rain showers and day beds. Infinity pool, sandy beach, spa and gym. Excellent Caribbean and European cuisine, laid-back bar. Ideal for a sophisticated, relaxed beach holiday. See More
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Jumby Bay Island St Johns, Antigua from AU$3299
Families - Wide variety of activities for children, as well kid's club for snorkelling, learning about turtles and children's spaAll inclusive - Price quoted is per room and includes all meals, premium alchols, non motorized water sports and much moreTotal relaxation - An island resort, meaning miles of beaches for your enjoyment, watersports, excellent spa and tennisTennis - Three courts in the gardensRecommended by - FodorsPerhaps one of the most exclusive places to stay in the world, this small island off the north coast of Antigua hosts the rich and famous who come to unwind on the sandy beaches and lounge in the lavish villas. Superb fresh Antiguan cuisine; chic bar. Gorgeous, luxurious and family friendly. See More
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