Now’s the time to think about booking a fall vacation to an all-inclusive resort in Antigua and Barbuda, which reopened for tourism back in June.
A handful of the island’s luxury all-inclusive properties have already certified under the island’s COVID-19 safety protocols and reopened to visitors, and many more are scheduled to do so now that the traditionally slow summer season is behind us. Discounts are also common even at some of the island’s high-end resorts as they look to encourage post-COVID vacations.
Look for more than a dozen all-inclusive Antigua resorts to start welcoming guests back in October and November, and start planning your one-price-covers-all Caribbean beach vacation. Here’s where to go.
Antigua All-Inclusive Resorts That are Open Now
Sandals Grande Antigua: Sandals delivers its “Luxury Included” all-inclusive amenities at this Dickenson Bay resort, which features both a Caribbean-style beachfront village and Mediterranean-inspired hillside villas overlooking the sea.
Escape at Nonsuch Bay: If you’re looking for a true “escape” from our pandemic-challenged world, this adults-only all-inclusive resort on the east coast delivers with 40 private suites, each equipped with its own plunge pool.
Hammock Cove: This new luxury boutique all-inclusive resort (opened December 2019) has just 42 villas strung along a narrow stretch of coast adjacent to Devil’s Bridge National Park and touts its gourmet dining and personalized service.
Cocos Hotel: Caribbean chill is the vibe at this adults-only all-inclusive, which has 34 wooden bluff-top cottages with gorgeous views from hammocks strung on private balconies.
Cocobay: This rustic-chic resort caters to romantic couples’ getaways and honeymoons, with breakfasts served on floating platters in your private pool, couples massages, and private dinners on Coco Beach.
Antigua All-Inclusive Resorts That are Opening Soon
Blue Waters Resort (October 1): Set on 17 beachfront acres, Blue Waters has suite and villa accommodations, a luxury spa, and a la carte all-inclusive dining at some of Antigua’s top restaurants.
Hermitage Bay (October 1): Paths from hillside cottages lead to a peaceful and private beach; resort activities include cooking classes, fishing trips, diving, golf, and tennis.
Keyonna Beach Resort (October 1): Rustic cottages and an open-air restaurant share space on Turner’s Beach at this adults- and couples-only resort on Antigua’s southwest coast.
Galley Bay Resort & Spa (October 14): Rooms, gourmet dining, fitness classes, and weekly beach barbecue and cocktail parties are all rolled into the all-inclusive package at this resort with ocean- and lagoon-front rooms and a pretty spa.
St. James’s Club (October 14): This authentic all-inclusive has a 100-acre peninsula all to itself on Antigua’s southeast coast, and a family friendly array of included amenities including tennis, multiple pools, a Kid’s Club, fitness center, and water sports.
Curtain Bluff Resort (October 24): Tennis is part of the all-inclusive package at Curtain Bluff, which happens to be one of the top tennis destinations in the world. Also included is all dining, scuba diving, squash, water toys, fitness classes, and of course rooms on the beach or bluff.
Hawksbill Resort (October 31): This Rex Resorts all-inclusive is adults-only and has rooms and amenities on 37 acres of property on Hawksbill Beach, including the only clothing-optional beach in Antigua.
The Verandah Resort & Spa (November 1): Open to families as well as couples, the Verandah has 186 one- and two-bedroom suites and activities for kids and teens alike (including an 18-hole mini golf course), as well as adult pampering spa services and nightly entertainment.
Sugar Ridge (November 5): This Jolly Harbour-area all-inclusive resort has 60 villas secreted among 43 acres of forest and gardens and the only Aveda Concept Spa in the Caribbean.
Jumby Bay Island (November 7): Just 14 villas and 28 guest suites on a private island brings Antigua social distancing to an all-new level. Jumby Bay guests can dine on locally sourced and sustainable cuisine, bike or hike around the island, enjoy movies on the beach with the family, or indulge in rum tastings and cooking classes.
Pineapple Beach Club Antigua (November 7): Part of the Elite Island Resorts portfolio, Pineapple Beach offers an adults-only all-inclusive experience on a perfect arc of sand on Long Bay.
Royalton Antigua (November 29): One of Antigua’s newest all-inclusive resort opened in May 2019 and will relaunch at the end of November with both high-rise rooms and overwater bungalows and dining options that include a brew house, a martini bar, and an elegant chef’s table experience.