Antigua Resorts
Antigua is known for Silken sands, captivating coves. and secluded shores. There are 365 beaches, most located on the island's calm protected Caribbean side. Tucked along the bays of the island, Antigua's beaches are some of the most pristine in the Caribbean. Warm, steady trade winds, a complex coastline of safe harbors, and a protective, nearly unbroken wall of coral reef make Antigua a delight for sun worshippers and watersports enthusiasts.
Antigua has many fine beaches scattered throughout the island and visitors have the choice between all-inclusive resorts, luxury resorts, or small inns. Peak season runs from December to April with good sale offerings available during offpeak seasons. Antigua draws a mixture of visitors from honeymooners to yachting crowd around English Harbour. Antigua's eastern coast attracts divers while the western coast is at times a destination for surfers.
Airport: V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU). Resorts are located throughout the island within 15-45 minute drives from the airport.
Weather: Located in the middle of the Leeward Islands, Antigua's weather is ideal with less than 45 inches of rainfall each year, making it the sunniest of the Eastern Caribbean Islands. Temperatures range from the mid-70s in winter to the mid-80s in summer. Annual rainfall averages 45 inches and trade winds are nearly constant. Low humidity year-round. The hurricane season is June 1st to November 30 with peak season mid august to mid October. The last hurricane to hit Antigua was in 1999 and in 50 years there have been only 6 direct hits
Antigua Northwest
Runaway Bay, Dickenson Bay, Soldier Bay areas known for many of the best beaches in Antigua. Nearest region to the airport.
 Sandals Grande Antigua Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Honeymoon capital of the world. Couples-only resort with choice of traditional Caribbean section or new Meditteranean Village suites, good beach.
 Halcyon Cove by Rex Resorts Reviews - All-inclusive option! - Dickenson Bay beach setting on penisula overlooking the Caribbean. Generic atmosphere and service. Children over 12 welcome.
Blue Waters Reviews - Initmate luxury beach setting on scenic penisula overlooking the Caribbean. Small beaches. Popular among British. Children over 12 welcome.
 Jumby Bay Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Exclusive Resort set on private island with lush foliage. Rooms, suites, and private villas. 51 units.
 Dian Bay Resort & Spa Reviews - Small spa retreat located along the bay in St. Johns. Attractive multi-tier pool along but small beach. Curently closed for renovations
Grand Royal Antiguan Beach Resort Reviews - 9-story highrise beach resort outside st. Johns. Improvements badly needed. 268 rooms.
 Antigua Village Condominium Reviews - Most units are not oceanfront but are within short walking distance. Units need renovations.
Antigua Southwest
Jolly Harbour, Lignum Vitea Bay, Valley Church Bay - active surf with good western exposure.
 Cocobay Resort Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Small relaxing beach/spa atmosphere among plantation style cottages, welcomes guests min. age 12. 41 rooms.
Cocos Hotel Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Exceptional setting, small relaxing beach retreat. 23 suites, each with private bacony and hammock over looking the sea.
Jolly Beach Resort Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Larger and active fun beach resort located on penisula overlooking the Caribbean along with 5 restaurants and 7 bars. Not a luxury resort but probably best pure family resort on the island while also attracting singles and couples. Good entertainment. 462 rooms.
 Hermitage Bay Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - 25 villas with large verandahs, beachfront villas and mountside villas with private pools, modern day luxury with colonial charm, superb dining. spa, Children 12 and over welcome.
Antigua West
Galley Bay, Hawksbill Bay - Caribbean Sea and sunsets
Galley Bay Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Elite Resorts property featuring 40 acres of tropical gardens, attractive secluded beach, local crafted furnishings. Honeymooners or just a great quiet getaway. Minimum age 16.
Hawksbill by Rex Resorts Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Initmate beach setting on penisula overlooking the Caribbean. 4 secluded beaches including 1 clothing optional. Quiet atmosphere with mostly couples and honeymooners. Children over 12 welcome. 111 rooms.
Coconut Beach Club Reviews - All-inclusive option! - DML Choice! - Small friendly all-inclusive resort located just west of St. Johns, calm beach, adults-only.
Antigua East
Long Bay, Half Moon Bay, Nonsuch Bay - popular diving and snorkeling destinations.
Grand Pineapple Beach Resort Reviews - All-inclusive! - DML Choice! - Resort welcomes both families and couples and is now owned and operated by Sandals Resorts.
The Verandah Resort & Spa Reviews - All-inclusive option! - DML Choice! - 200 low rise villas jetting out on a peninsula overlooking scenic Nonsuch Bay. Eco friendly resort is operated by Elite Island Resorts. Perfect for romantic getaways or quiet family vacations. 200 villas.
Southern Caribbean Coast
Yachting club areas of Falmouth Harbour, and Willouby Bay, and Nelson's Dockyard at English Harbour featuring shops, restaurants, and taverns. More secluded areas of Carlisle Bay, Cades Bay, Morris Bay at base of McNish Mountain to the west.
Inn at English Harbour Reviews - DML Choice! - Heavily visited by the yachting crowd, it is well placed near all the English Harbour attractions. 34 units.
Antigua Yacht Club Marina Reviews - DML Choice! - 49 rooms and suites with kitchenettes overlooking Falmouth Harbour and Marina. Near all the shops and restaurants.
The Admiral's Inn Reviews - Located Nelson's Dockyard, 15 rooms.
St. James Club Reviews - All-inclusive option! - DML Choice! - Set on Willouby Bay peninsula east of English Harbour, 2 beaches, favorite among British tourists with afternoon tea, children welcome.
159 rooms and villas.
Blue Heron by Rex Resorts Reviews - All-inclusive option! - Average service and dining but one of the better snorkeling areas. Mostly european visitors. 64 rooms. Curently closed for renovations
Carlisle Bay Reviews - DML Choice! - Trendy scene, modern accommodations, deluxe ammenities, extensive spa services, excellent dining. Expensive and not for everybody, most will enjoy themselves more elsewhere. Located to the west of English Harbour. Children over 12 welcome.
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