Hodges Bay

Antigua, Caribbean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Lapping it up in the true ‘lap’ of luxury, Hodges Bay Resort & Spa is a world away from the cookie cutter beach hotels that crop up around the Caribbean. Designed to be different, every element of this 9-acre estate is refined and relaxing. Its gloriously green gardens are matched by whiter-than-white sands, its crisp contemporary architecture cocoons upscale interiors, and its features are beyond high-end. There are two swimming pools — including an adult-only infinity pool overlooking the bay, surrounded by plush sun-loungers and poolside cabanas, the ultimate way to catch some Caribbean rays and relax in an adult-only oasis. Not forgetting the beach and pool Ambassador Service of course, with dedicated staff on hand to tend to your every whim. Dining here is a true delight with a choice of three restaurants. Plus there are inviting bars to try, including a high-end rum bar with a dedicated sommelier - guaranteed to serve a true taste of Antigua.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Families
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located on the north of the island, just 15 minutes from St. John’s, the capital of Antigua and a few minutes from Prickly Pear Island. Transfer time from airport: 10 minutes.

Hotel information

79 premium luxury accommodation choices from contemporary appointed hotel rooms, Junior Suites to ultra-luxury Residences. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, bluetooth speakers, multi device chargers, WiFi access, mini-bar, kettle, Espresso machine and organic teas, safe, yoga mats, bathrobes, iron and board and hairdryer. Daily housekeeping and a turn-down service is also included for all room categories. Junior Suites Pool/Garden View are located on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors in the main building of the hotel showcasing sparkling pool or lush garden views. These guest rooms feature a king-size bed, sofa bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

All Inclusive option: includes all meals (full American breakfast, lunch and dinner) as well as a selection of premium branded alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. All activities unless otherwise stated.

Junior Suites Ocean View are located on the 3rd floor of the main lobby of the building offering sparkling ocean views. These guestrooms feature a king-size bed, sofa bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 
One-Bedroom Garden/Pool Suites are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors showcasing sparkling pool or lush garden views. The bathrooms offer a rain shower and bathtub. These guestrooms feature a king-size bed, sofa bed or day bed options with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 
One-Bedroom Ocean View Suites are located on the 3rd floor of the main hotel building showcasing sparkling ocean on an oversized private terrace. The bathroom features a separate rain shower and bathtub. The guestroom features a king-size bed, sofa bed or day bed options with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 
Ocean Front Rooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings featuring foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. The spacious bathroom offers a bathtub and rain shower. These guest rooms feature a king-size bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. Also, a twin sofa chair is included for an additional sleeping option, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child.
Oceanfront Junior Suites are located on the 1st and 2nd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings features foldable glass patio doors that open up to stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. The guest bathroom features a rain shower. The spacious bedroom provides a king-size bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. The living room provides a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 
One-Bedroom Ocean Front Suites range from 730–958 sq ft interior with a 330 sq ft exterior. These spacious suites are located on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings that feature foldable glass patio doors that open up to stunning views of the Caribbean. The master bathroom is equipped with a separate shower and tub along with the 2nd bathroom and a rain shower. Plus these suites are equipped with a powder room in the living area. These guest rooms feature a master bedroom with a king-size bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. For extra bedding, there is also a sofa bed or day bed option. 

Ocean Front One Bedroom Penthouse Suiteas are located on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings featuring foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. The master bathroom is equipped with a separate shower and tub along with the 2nd bathroom and a rain shower. Plus these suites are equipped with a powder room in the living area. These guest rooms feature a master bedroom with a king-size bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. For extra bedding, there is also a sofa bed or day bed option. 

 Please note: for the comfort of guests, the combination of 3 adults and 1 child cannot be accommodated in the Suites due to sofa bed configurations. Residence: All of the gorgeous villas provide sprawling Caribbean views with complimentary Butler Service. In addition to plush accommodations and spacious floor plans, living rooms, fully equipped designer kitchens and terraces perfect for entertaining. The spacious bathroom features walk-in showers, some with separate tubs. The exterior terraces are perfect for outdoor entertaining and dining. Each villa comes with a variety of VIP/priority features including immediate check-in and on-site dining reservations. Plus, each villa guest can enjoy use of all resort and beach facilities.
Ocean Front One-Bedroom Residence are located on the 1st and 2nd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings with foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean and with direct beach access. Each villa boasts media and technology packages including 50” flat-screen TVs, Bluetooth speakers with multi device chargers and complimentary WiFi access. The wrap around terrace is perfect for relaxing or outdoor dining for 4. Butler service is included. These villas feature a master bedroom with a king-size bed with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. The living room provides a sofa bed or day bed option, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Ocean Front Two-Bedroom Residence are located on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors in one of the oceanfront buildings with foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean and direct beach access. The master bathroom offers a rain shower and bathtub while the 2nd bathroom features a shower. The dining area offers seating for 6. Each feature a master bedroom with a king-size bed and second bedroom offers twin beds, both with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets, sleeping maximum 4 adults, 4 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 4 children. For the comfort of guests, the combination of 5 adults and 1 child cannot be accommodated due to sofa bedding configuration.
Ocean Front Three-Bedroom Residence are located on the 1st and 2nd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings with foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean. The 2 master bathrooms offer separate rain shower and bathtubs while the 3rd bathroom features a shower. The dining area offers seating for 6. The terrace is a large wrap around style perfect for lounging our dining outdoors. Butler service is included. These villas feature 2 master bedrooms both with king-size bed and a twin bedroom all with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. A sofa bed offers an extra sleeping option as well, sleeping maximum 6 adults and 2 children or 4 adults and 4 children. For the comfort of guests, the combination of 7 adults and 1 child cannot be accommodated due to sofa bedding configuration.

Ocean Front Three-Bedroom Penthouse is located on the 3rd floor in one of the oceanfront buildings with foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean. The master bathroom offers a sunken tub with sea views and a separate shower. The 3rd bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom as well. There is an expansive outdoor rooftop terrace featuring a private infinity pool with plush loungers overlooking the azure blue seas. Butler service is included. This spacious penthouse features three bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with the two king-size bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom all offer premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. The open living room provides a sofa bed for extra comfort, sleeping maximum 6 adults and 2 children or 4 adults and 4 chidlren.

Ocean Front Four-Bedroom Villas are spread over three floors with foldable glass patio doors opening up to stunning views of the Caribbean from all levels. Both master bathrooms feature a separate tub and shower. There are exterior hot tubs on the first floor, facing the sea. This villa also features a full size washer and dryer. Butler service is included. These spacious villas feature 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms with two master bedrooms offering king-size beds on the 2rd and 3rd levels, one bedroom with full-size bed and the other with twin bed while all area equipped with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. Plus, the spacious living room offers a queen sofa bed, sleeping maximum 6 adults and 2 children or 4 adults and 4 children. 

Ocean Front Four-Bedroom Luxury Villa is an expansive ultra-luxury villa spread over three floors showcasing endless oceanfront views from all levels. Both master bathrooms boast a separate bathtub and shower. An exterior infinity pool is outfitted on the 1st floor facing the sea for a private swim at your leisure. This villa features a full size washer and dryer. Butler service is included. This gorgeous residence features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms with two king-size master bedrooms, one full-size bedroom and twin bedded room, all equipped with premium bedding and duvets along with 400 thread count sheets. The airy living room offers a queen sofa bed for extra comfort, sleeping maximum 6 adults and 2 children or 4 adults and 4 children. 

Ocean Front Four-Bedroom Penthouse is also available, sleeping maximum 8 adults and 2 children or 6 adults and 4 children. 

3 restaurants; White Sands (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mediterranean inspired dishes). NaCl (SALT)* (upscale restaurant, with rum sommelier and expert mixologists). Black Sails Ultra-Lounge (International inspired tapas and sharing plates, cocktails and fine wines. Nightly lounge and weekly entertainment. Driftwood Bar (rooftop lounge overlooking the beach). Pulse Coffee Shop and Juice Bar. 24-hour room service*.

2 swimming pools including an adult-only infinity pool complete with ambassador service and a family lounge pool. Poolside cabanas*. Luxury spa* with 4 treatment rooms as well as a full service beauty, hair and nail salon. Fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment and classes. Floodlit tennis courts. Non-motorised water sports including stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, snorkelling and kayaking. Kids' club and teen lounge.

Complimentary WiFi access in the rooms and throughout the resort.

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Top 3 in all my travels

Nov 18, 2023 sa2020876

Wow, what can I say! This trip was one for the books thanks to Hodges Bag Resort & Spa. The welcome execution upon immediate arrival to the Airport was exemplary. Once our taxi arrived, our MVP Chantelle, greeted us and wished my mom a happy birthday. We were given a cold, lemon infused face/hand towel, champagne and whisked away to rest while she… Read more
Wow, what can I say! This trip was one for the books thanks to Hodges Bag Resort & Spa. The welcome execution upon immediate arrival to the Airport was exemplary. Once our taxi arrived, our MVP Chantelle, greeted us and wished my mom a happy birthday. We were given a cold, lemon infused face/hand towel, champagne and whisked away to rest while she checked us in. No need to stand at the counter. Our bags were carried to our *upgraded* oceanfront villa for us. Big up yourself, Chantelle!! The hotel is BEAUTIFUL, the food is fabulous and the service is 10/10. The staff is genuinely nice, no fake smiles. If you're looking for a quiet vibe, luxurious vibe, this is the place. Security and breakfast is top notch. My mom enjoyed surprise gift/vacation, thanks to this team. Muah 💋 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice view of the sea

Nov 6, 2023 SouthamptonStarlight Southampton, United Kingdom

Stayed here three nights while on a business trip. Nice suite with a view of the sea. Loved the querky modern art in the reception area. The restaurant was good with friendly staff. It was ope to the air so warm and humid.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Summer vacation at Hodges Bay

Aug 8, 2023 DonShel London

My family and I have recently stayed at the 4 bedroom Villa at Hodges Bay. We spent 5 nights there as party of our summer hols and benefitted from a 50% capacity occupancy which was lovely. This is a perfect boutique hotel in a fantastic location of Antigua. The hotel staff were very friendly and always around to help. For a boutique hotel it… Read more
My family and I have recently stayed at the 4 bedroom Villa at Hodges Bay. We spent 5 nights there as party of our summer hols and benefitted from a 50% capacity occupancy which was lovely. This is a perfect boutique hotel in a fantastic location of Antigua. The hotel staff were very friendly and always around to help. For a boutique hotel it still has great facilities at hand (we used the gym daily). It has its own island called Prickly Pear Island that is a must to visit for the day to chill on! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Bait and Switch

Jul 25, 2023 Clinton S

I stayed at Hodges Bay Resort with my family on Friday 21st July. We chose the hotel and the 2BR suite because of the location and the description and images of the rooms on the website. The reality was very different. The size of the rooms was OK, but the furnishings and decorating were not up to standard, and ultimately the room was not suitable… Read more
I stayed at Hodges Bay Resort with my family on Friday 21st July. We chose the hotel and the 2BR suite because of the location and the description and images of the rooms on the website. The reality was very different. The size of the rooms was OK, but the furnishings and decorating were not up to standard, and ultimately the room was not suitable for 4 people: • The lounge room has a small older style 2-seater couch, a chair, and a small side table that was being used as a coffee table - nothing else. • The dining area had only 3 chairs. • You needed to slide the bedside tables out from the wall to access power points in the bedrooms and a chair was missing from the desk in the main bedroom • The outdoor balcony off the main bedroom had a piece of wood in the center with no furniture. • No Iron (not a big deal) • The extractor fans in both bathrooms turn on with the lights and were unbearably noisy – like a plane taking off. As a result, you could not use the lights to shower or bath. • The picture on the television was grainy/ pixelated, making it impossible to make out facial expressions or watch sports. On the positive side, the staff were very friendly/ attentive and the location of the hotel is great. I met with the hotel manager and took her through the above. She was sympathetic and judging by her facial expressions she had heard some of this before. She offered a $150 discount, which was welcome but inadequate given the cost of the room. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A lovely few days in the sun 🌞

Jun 4, 2023 68stuartm Meigle, United Kingdom

Just finished a quick 3 nights at Hodges. Great location (10 mins from the airport), well kept, cute little beach, nice pool with bar, and a “jes call when yuh ready” boat access to Prickly Pear island. All the staff were lovely, but a special shout out for Jeffrey who was de bess, going out of his way to be welcoming and helpful 👊🏼 😎