Hodges Bay

Antigua, Caribbean

Virgin rating

Pool/Garden View Junior Suite
Pool/Garden View Junior Suite
Ocean View Junior Suite
Ocean Front Four-Bedroom Villa
Adult Only Pool
Family Lounge Pool
White Sands
Pool/Garden View Junior Suite
Pool/Garden View Junior Suite
Ocean View Junior Suite
Ocean Front Four-Bedroom Villa
Adult Only Pool
Family Lounge Pool
White Sands

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Hodges Bay Resort is a must

Oct 18, 2024 Denesia G St. John's, Antigua

Why did I stay at Hodges Bay Resort? One word, Ashanti!! I couldn’t ask for a better treatment, my choice of drink, cold towel, escort to my room. My room was squeeky clean and the view was breathtaking. Quiet area, lovely pool, the statue looks awesome in the night. Breakfast was far better than dinner. The bar was barring lol Thanks to… Read more
Why did I stay at Hodges Bay Resort? One word, Ashanti!! I couldn’t ask for a better treatment, my choice of drink, cold towel, escort to my room. My room was squeeky clean and the view was breathtaking. Quiet area, lovely pool, the statue looks awesome in the night. Breakfast was far better than dinner. The bar was barring lol Thanks to JeanMarie, Craig, Kahdelia, Kimmona and Kezia for making my stay a memorable one. See you guys soon Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 5 star hotel my foot

Oct 18, 2024 J9535IHstevenh Farmingville, New York

lousy food, worn out lounge chairs on the beach. the one open restaurant had terrible servers with bad attitudes. they claim to be a 5 star hotel but have no idea what that rating means. it’s a 3 star hotel if i was being very generous. the room had multiple stains on the furniture. you’ll be better off booking on the caribbean side of the island.… Read more
lousy food, worn out lounge chairs on the beach. the one open restaurant had terrible servers with bad attitudes. they claim to be a 5 star hotel but have no idea what that rating means. it’s a 3 star hotel if i was being very generous. the room had multiple stains on the furniture. you’ll be better off booking on the caribbean side of the island. the water here was the atlantic and cold Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating I never do this but :/ pretty place with terrible staff and undercooked food

Oct 17, 2024 Joanna G

We had some issue at the restaurant ans the staff handled things very poorly. First night, the chicken was undercooked /raw really and they tried to leave it on the bill :/ This shouldn't even have happened to begin with. The chef should have come out to apologize, something should have been sent out on the house as an apology (it's often the… Read more
We had some issue at the restaurant ans the staff handled things very poorly. First night, the chicken was undercooked /raw really and they tried to leave it on the bill :/ This shouldn't even have happened to begin with. The chef should have come out to apologize, something should have been sent out on the house as an apology (it's often the little things you know). Then, we experienced some serious reverse racism from the staff, mostly those within the restaurant and pool bar. I was very discouraged by this. We are latina Caribbean women, I was born in the Dominican Republic! Yes, I am light skinned with curly hair and apparently this was a problem for the staff at the property. We were being treated very differently than other guests of color. This honestly is reason enough for me to never send a client to Antigua altogether. It's really sad to see and was very difficult to experience over several days. I really hope this email brings forth some change at the property, perhaps better training . The girls at the front desk were excellent! They should be what the staff strives to be honestly. You would def have an award winning hotel. It's sad because this really ruined the overall experience for us. We left the property two full days because we were unhappy. I noticed our room was not refreshed no water was refilled in the fridge (I found it other guests were having this service daily), our coffee cups in the room were not taken and replaced. Not sure what that was about. The property itself was beautiful and well kept mostly. I loved prickly pair and lunches are much better than dinner . Not sure why maybe a different cook? Something to take note of. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Highway robbery

Oct 16, 2024 Jenbri091

My girls and I were booked to fly in on 10/10/24 out of Miami, but due to unexpected weather conditions our flight was cancelled by the airline and refunded when no issue. This resort on the other hand has refused to refund our money, stating that they are sticking to their cancellation policy, because they weren’t affected by the hurricane. I’m… Read more
My girls and I were booked to fly in on 10/10/24 out of Miami, but due to unexpected weather conditions our flight was cancelled by the airline and refunded when no issue. This resort on the other hand has refused to refund our money, stating that they are sticking to their cancellation policy, because they weren’t affected by the hurricane. I’m not sure how they expected us to fly out there when all airports within a 300 mile radius were closed for the storm. We have sent proof from the airport and airline, but still no assistance or even a credit from them. This has been by far the worst experience when it comes to a hotel or resort. If I could give them a 0 star I would , for a place we paid over 1800 dollars for I expected better quality service. I’m soooo disappointed in this place. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stairs, Stairs and more stairs

Oct 16, 2024 sonjab94 Plaistow, United Kingdom

The hotel could be lovely but the rooms seem very worn out. The cleanliness and maintenance was really not up to standard. Whilst the cleaners seem to do a good job with the basics there was mould and limescale behind the sinks and showers and along the floors in the bathrooms (because the showers have no screen) the bath had a rusty drain cover… Read more
The hotel could be lovely but the rooms seem very worn out. The cleanliness and maintenance was really not up to standard. Whilst the cleaners seem to do a good job with the basics there was mould and limescale behind the sinks and showers and along the floors in the bathrooms (because the showers have no screen) the bath had a rusty drain cover that was sharp where the chrome was peeling off so we couldn’t use the bath. There were dirty mugs in the cupboard and a cracked and chipped cup on the tray. The windows had algae growing on them and one was completely rotten so they put a wardrobe in front of it. Unfortunately this also blocked the door to one of the bathrooms. One toilet seat was completely yellow and another has a cistern that had a massive crack. The sofas were filthy and stained and one was broken and sunk when sat on. We had a three bedroom villa with 6 guests. The patio had one sun lounger and two wooden beds. One was broken and neither had cushions so we couldn’t sit outside The beach is very small and there weren’t enough umbrellas for everyone as they only had 4 for the entire hotel. The mismatched sun beds had dirty broken cushions. There are two small pools but the one near the beach is adult only so with children you have to cross the road or walk through reception to use the pool so there is no nipping between beach and pool easily so we didn’t use the pool at all The walk to the restaurant from the room was past the wheelie bins and every night there were Cockroaches on the paths. There is then a very steep set of stairs or several smaller sets of stairs to get to the restaurant. The hotel is built on a steep hillside and there are steep steps everywhere. Even the ground floor rooms have a staircase going down to the door. When we booked with specified with the agents and then directly with the hotel that we had someone with a wheelchair. The location is completely unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues. We had to move after 2 days as we couldn’t get the person in a wheelchair out of the room. They even had to eat breakfast on the room as the restaurant is down a very steep set of stairs. The staff were friendly and helpful especially Tango and the reception area is beautiful. The staff did their very best to help with the wheelchair but they all agreed it’s not the right Location. They went out of their way to help us move. Overall it could be beautiful and the staff are really trying but it feels like it needs some investment to get the maintenance right. I think it would be lovely for younger adults but not families and not anyone with mobility concerns Read less