Carlisle Bay AntiguavsGalley Bay Resort & Spa
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Carlisle Bay Antigua ranks significantly better than Galley Bay Resort & Spa. Carlisle Bay Antigua ranks #1 in Antigua & Barbuda with positive reviews from 11 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Frommer's.
Carlisle Bay Antigua
Old Rd, Saint Mary's, Antigua
From $435/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Giving every first-class resort in the Caribbean a serious run for its money is this stunner." Full review
Concierge
"A sister hotel to London's One Aldwych, Carlisle Bay... has been an "it" spot for celebs, rock stars, and those who like to live large since opening in 2003."
Jetsetter
"Dreamy beach escape in Antigua with a pool, splurge-worthy spa, private cinema and yoga pavilion." Full review
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Afternoon tea, which often includes delectable freshly made shortbread, can be enjoyed on the beach, or just about anyplace you choose.
DK Eyewitness
"With sophisticated luxury on a beautiful southern beach, this resort stresses calm and relaxation."
Fodor's
"This cosmopolitan, boutique sister property of London's trendy One Aldwych hotel daringly eschews everything faux colonial and Creole." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
83.9
"This 82-suite retreat will leave even the testiest traveler with little room to complain." Full review
Star Service
"Accommodations are hands-down the best-equipped on the island." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Sophisticated, stylish interiors and a fabulously restrained spa. Its isolation means plenty of privacy, but it's within easy access of the English Harbour." Full review
Afar Magazine
"It’s all very restful, but the long list of free non-motorized watersports and the extensive kids' club ensures everyone has plenty to do." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Ultra-posh and contemporary, the Carlisle courts style-conscious global nomads who like to trade the beach lounger for the tennis court, the gym, the trail or the yoga mat." Full review
Galley Bay Resort & Spa
Galley Bay Beach Rd, St. John's, Antigua
From $701/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This all-inclusive has none of that toga-party hysteria associated with such lesser all-inclusives." Full review
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Choose among beachfront bungalows, the Gauguin rondavels (tikilike huts) with thatched roofs, or accommodations and suites in the two-story wings.
Concierge
"Well-to-do couples flock to this sexy Tahitian all-inclusive for its barefoot elegance and laid-back attitude."
Fodor's
"This posh, adult-only all-inclusive channels the fictional Bali H'ai (with colonial architectural flourishes) on 40 lush acres." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The relaxed, tranquil environment of this adults-only boutique resort is a major part of its appeal." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This elegant luxury resort has Gauguin cottages with private plunge pools, beachfront rooms, and premium beachfront suites."
Travel + Leisure
"Forty acres of verdant tropical gardens and a nearly mile-long sweep of white beach make Galley Bay—set on Antigua’s westerly Five Islands peninsula—feel like a true oasis." Full review
Star Service
"This picture-perfect Caribbean compound offers a dynamic seafront location, good food and spiffy accommodations. " Full review
Jetsetter
"Romance-focused all-inclusive on the beach with a splurge-worthy spa and three top-notch restaurants." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Guests with limitless energy can choose from complimentary activities such as tennis, sailing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Or they can save their energy for honeymooning." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"You’ll find a laidback luxury at this friendly all-inclusive resort on the west coast of Antigua." Full review