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Pared-down luxury is something Carlisle Bay delivers effortlessly. Your five-star experience in Carlisle Bay Antigua starts with airport fast-track and continues with awe-inspiring surroundings in this spectacular Antiguan resort.
Why you'll love it here
- Idyllic location with a crescent white sand beach and a lush rainforest backdrop
- Adult and family beach areas, with the Bay Suites and The Jetty Grill both adult-only
- A wide choice of activities, including watersports, yoga, tennis, pickleball and a 45-seat cinema
- Diverse dining options at the luxury resort in Antigua including Japanese, Thai and Indonesian-inspired cuisine at East
- Babysitting for ages 6 months and over, plus a kids’ club for ages 2 years up to early teens
Best For
- Family, Toddlers (0-3), Kids (4-12), Teens (13+)
Lucy
Travel Specialist
Included in your holiday
- Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
- Transfers to and from your hotel
- All flight luggage allowances
- Personal concierge service
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- Full ATOL protection
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Drift away in a Caribbean paradise at Carlisle Bay hotel Antigua.
This one-of-a-kind hotel blends the absolute beauty of Antigua with distinguished, understated luxury.
Laidback, friendly and packed with character, there’s no mistaking this as a luxury resort in Antigua, but one that doesn’t cater for pomp and fussiness.
All this makes Carlisle Bay one of the best-loved hotels if you are looking for luxury Caribbean holidays. The picture-perfect shoreline complete with a white sandy beach melts into the lush tropical scenery of inland Antigua. With this tranquil setting, it’s no wonder that Carlisle Bay is considered one of the most beautiful spots on the island. Guests will have full access to all of this, with all the sights, scents and sounds that come with this gorgeously tropical locale.
In the hotel itself, you’ll find exquisite suites decked out with simplistic, stylish furnishings and comfortable touches. Away from your room, you can pamper yourself at the luxe Blue Spa which spreads across an expansive 17,000 square feet. Or, put your feet up poolside and soak up the ambience that oozes from Carlisle Bay’s every pore.
If you’re an active type or have children who need some entertainment, this is also a great place for a luxury family holiday. There are a range of activities to discover. A kids' club will keep little ones out from under your feet, giving you an extra excuse to relax in a way that suits you best. And adults can stay active on the water, explore the local area, or take a yoga class to de-stress and tone.
Dining options span four different restaurants, each with their own distinctive personality. Each has their own picturesque setting and relaxed ambience, so you can sample delights from top chefs in intimate, beautiful surroundings. And if you just fancy a drink, head to one of Carlisle Bay’s bars to sip a cocktail and revel in your own peaceful paradise on your luxury Antigua holiday.
Room Options
Luxurious suites with spacious interiors, simplistic, stylish décor and outstanding views across the Caribbean give Carlisle Bay its unique charm. These 87 suites, together with thoughtful extras like bathrobes for all ages, even little children, make the hotel as homely as it is sumptuous.
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Garden Suites
Sleeps: 2 Adults
- View Floor Plan Spacious, split-level suites with open plan bedroom with king bed and living room with garden views.![Beach Balcony Suites](http://itc.imgix.net/websiteimages/luxurytravel/mediaworoomanu001178.jpg?fit=crop&auto=enhance&w=300&h=200)
Beach Balcony Suites
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
- View Floor Plan These beachfront suites offer a master bedroom with king size bed, a living room and a separate study or second bedroom with twin beds. These suites feature a spacious balcony.![Ocean Suites](http://itc.imgix.net/websiteimages/luxurytravel/mediaworoomanu001177.jpg?fit=crop&auto=enhance&w=300&h=200)
Ocean Suites
Sleeps: 2 Adults
- View Floor Plan The suites have the same features as the Garden Suites and benefit from wonderful ocean views through the lofty palms.![Beach Terrace Suites](http://itccms.imgix.net/wo/ROOM_ANU001_179.jpg?fit=crop&auto=enhance&w=300&h=200)
Beach Terrace Suites
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
- View Floor Plan These suites have the same features as the Beach Balcony Suites, located on the ground floor with a private terrace![Carlisle Suite B](http://itccms.imgix.net/wo/ROOM_ANU001_181.jpg?fit=crop&auto=enhance&w=300&h=200)
Carlisle Suite B
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 4 Children
- View Floor Plan This suite offers the same features as Carlisle Suite A, with the addition of a wrap-around balcony and ocean views from two of the double bedrooms.![Carlisle Suite A](http://itccms.imgix.net/wo/ROOM_ANU001_180.jpg?fit=crop&auto=enhance&w=300&h=200)
Carlisle Suite A
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 4 Children
- View Floor Plan This over-sized suite features three double bedrooms, two with king size beds and one with twin beds, all en-suite. The Carlisle Suite A also has a large living room, full kitchen and large full-width balcony with ocean view, accessed through the living room and master bedroom.Facilities/Amenities
Scuba diving
A free-form pool and scuba diving facilities make diving a dream for both enthusiasts and beginners, with all the instruction and support you need.
Fitness centre
A spacious fitness suite complete with Technogym equipment and expert staff means you can keep your fitness regime going while you holiday in style.
Yoga and Pilates
Set in a peaceful corner of the gardens, the yoga pavilion gives yogis and lovers of Pilates a chance to indulge in a blissful environment.
Spa
The Blue Spa and beauty salon offers every kind of luxe treatment and pick-me-up you might need to leave you feeling renewed.
Kids' club
Designed to keep kids aged 6 months to 6 years happy, the Cool Kids Club is the perfect antidote for lively little ones and stressed out parents.
Restaurants & Bars
You can dine in luxury with the Carlisle Bay all-inclusive options that ensure you are catered for at all moments of the day. As a prime luxury resort in Antigua, there are multiple options, from a beachside restaurant to adults-only dining with sweeping views of the bay.
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Indigo on the Beach
A beachside restaurant that offers outstanding views of the ocean, a charming restaurant ambience, and delicious contemporary cuisine.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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East
This fancy dining eatery is the place to go if you want to dress up and feel sharp. Serving exquisite Asian cuisine, it’s a flavourful experience like no other.
- Dinner
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Ottimo!
Laidback cool is something Ottimo! serves up in abundance, along with tasty Italian dishes and wood-fired oven specialities.
- Dinner
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The Jetty Grill and Jetty Bar
With sweeping views over Carlisle Bay, Jetty Grill and the Jetty Bar offer an adult-only dining setting when you can soak up the vista and relax in style.
- Dinner
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Pavillion Bar
Caribbean style bar catering in fine cocktails and delicious drinks any time of the day. Here you can settle into comfy seats and soak up the ambience of Carlisle Bay.
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The Coconut Grove
Activities & Entertainment
Staying fit and healthy and soaking up as much of the island as possible is easy at Carlisle Bay thanks to a full range of activities. These include zip line tours for thrill seekers, trips to Stingray City to get up close and personal to some of Antigua’s most amazing sea creatures, horse riding excursions and helicopter trips.
Water lovers can experience anything from kayaking to raft-building. Or you can go on a cruise and see the gorgeous scenery without so much as dipping your toe in the ocean.
Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism
Carlisle Bay is an eco-friendly resort that has banned single-use plastics and more recently Styrofoam. On the resort’s beach all takeaway food is provided in biodegradable containers to protect the environment and the hotel’s green initiative.
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- Up to two children stay and eat for free
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- Christmas in the Caribbean
- Two-bedroom accommodation
- Save 20% on festive rates
- Up to 2 children stay and eat for free
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Antigua travel information
When to visit Antigua
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- Time zone: -4 GMT
- Flight time: 8 hours 40 minutes
- Recommended airlines: British Airways and Virgin Atlantic
- Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar, US Dollar
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: No major health risks
- Capital: Saint John’s
- Population: 93, 219
- National languages: English
- Electricity and plugs: Types A/B
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: No (For stays up to 6 months)
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Prices from £ per person for nights
Price is per person, based on adults sharing a double room for nights , including economy flights and transfers. Price includes relevant offers and is subject to availability.
Lucy
Travel Specialist
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