The Beach Club

Antigua, Caribbean

Superior Room
Superior Room
Coco's
Coco's
Superior Room
Superior Room
Coco's
Coco's

The hotel

Situated upon a beautiful stretch of beach, you’ll be treated especially well by the friendly, helpful staff at The Beach Club. The rooms are spacious, overlook the beach and out to sea and the bath tub on ground floor rooms only is perfect for a romantic soak for two. You’ve got two beaches to choose from, one on the calm bay side, where you can also try your hand at a wide range of free non-motorised water sports and the other benefiting from refreshing ocean breezes to cool you as you soak up the rays. Coco’s Restaurant has an airy, spacious feel and overlooks the beach, serving an excellent all day menu. Its bar is the perfect spot to seek some shade during the day or enjoy a relaxing pre-dinner drink as the sun goes down. Children are in their element here as the kids’ club (currently closed) is great fun — parents will appreciate the break to enjoy a game of tennis or perhaps pump some iron in the fitness centre. Obviously, lounging around the pool terrace at Coco’s, drinking a coconut crush is another option, especially if topping up your tan is high on your holiday ‘to do’ list!

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Families
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym

Where is it

On Coco's Beach at the southeast tip of the island. A separate wing of the popular St James’s Club & Villas, enjoying use of their facilities as described below. Transfer time from airport: approximately 35-40 minutes.

Hotel information

72 rooms on 2 floors in 3 buildings with no lifts. All have balcony/terrace overlooking the beach and sea, air-conditioning, satellite TV, coffee-maker, small fridge and safe. Standard Rooms are located upstairs on the 1st floor and have a balcony, shower only, 1 king-size bed plus rollaway* (on request, additional local cost of US$20 per person per night), sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. There are no interconnecting Standard Ocean View Rooms.

All Inclusive of: Coco’s beachside restaurant for lunch and dinner five nights per week. Dinner two nights per week at the St James’s Club at the Rainbow Restaurant and/or the Docksider (scheduled days apply). Guests pay approx US$40 per person for dinner at Piccolo Mondo at St James’s Club (Italian). All drinks (beers, spirits, house wines, sparkling wine, water and soft drinks by the glass), all activities and entertainment above unless otherwise stated.

Superior Rooms are located on the ground floor and have direct access to the beach from their patio with a small fridge, iron and board, bath, 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds (on request), sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Single bed or rollaway* available on request (subject to availability, additional local cost of US$20 per person per night).

Interconnecting rooms (king room to double room) are available on the ground floor (on request).


Restaurant Eleven/11 serving an all day menu (from 11:00am-11:00pm, serving pizza, pasta, paninis, salads and burgers). Coco’s beachside restaurant (a la carte and continental breakfast from 7:30-10:00am, dinner on a rotation basis serving Caribbean tapas). New Mamora Bay Café. Dinner 2 nights per week at the St James’s Club at the beautifully re-imagined Rainbow Restaurant and/or the Docksider (scheduled days apply). Reservations are required at the restaurants and all open on rotation. Complimentary drinks at Coco’s pool at all times. Use of St James’s Club restaurants on other nights incurs a local charge. Drinks at all bars in St James’s Club (including pool bars) will be chargeable at any time. Afternoon tea takes place at Rainbow Garden between 4:00pm-5:00pm daily.

Twice weekly entertainment. Manager’s cocktail party (held at St James's Club on Monday nights, subject to change).

Swimming pool, non-motorised water sports: windsurfing, sailing, snorkelling, kayaks, paddle boarding, pedal boats. Children’s activity programme (4-12 years, children must be potty-trained). Kids' Club (currently closed) Puffin story telling weeks. Free use of the beach, all pools (1 adults only – over 18 years), gym and tennis courts at St James’s Club. Scuba diving can be arranged*.

Complimentary WiFi in the following public areas - Reception, Movie Theatre, Jacaranda Lounge, Rainbow Garden Restaurant & Patio, Coco's restaurant, Coco's beach, Docksider Restaurant, Mamora Beach, Mamora Bar, Piccolo Mondo Restaurant and Reef deck pool & bar.

Please note: a room levy of $5 per guest, per night applies to guests aged 6 years and above (payable locally, subject to change).

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: child ages are 2-11 years.

Please note: children are not permitted to stay on the 1st floor.

Dress code: day time - in the restaurants, shoes are worn and bathing suits are covered and dry. Evening time (after 6:30pm) - The following applies to Coco's and Docksider Restaurants. Resort Island Casual - Long trouser, stylish jeans, dresses, skirts and dress shorts are permitted. Dress shoes and dress sandals are allowed (no flip flops or tennis shoes in the evening). Short or long sleeved shirts (no t-shirts or tank top/sleeveless shirts). For Rainbow Garden, Piccolo Mondo Restaurant and Manager Cocktail Parties: Long trousers, dresses, skirts. Dress shirts with long or short sleeves. Dress shoes or dress sandals.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic stay at St James Club Antigua

Jan 19, 2022 marionmB614QN

Such a beautiful resort and all the Staff are fantastic as nothing is too much trouble. The Rainbow restaurant team members are outstanding and a special mention for Luenda who is so happy and helpful plus Vincent at the bar who is so efficient and entertained us all! Thank you SJC!
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Jan 19, 2022 RuthD1261

I have just returned from an excellent 10 days at the above resort . From a 5 year old boy to a 65 year old grandad , everything was perfect . The staff were fabulous, food choices great , each restaurant fab in different ways . A 10/10 to the 24 hour coffee and cake facility , a great way to start the day. I def recommend a trip to Sting Ray… Read more
I have just returned from an excellent 10 days at the above resort . From a 5 year old boy to a 65 year old grandad , everything was perfect . The staff were fabulous, food choices great , each restaurant fab in different ways . A 10/10 to the 24 hour coffee and cake facility , a great way to start the day. I def recommend a trip to Sting Ray city , swimming with the sting rays was amazing , and also going to laviscon island to see the tortoises was a lovely experience . I think we were lucky to go when the resort was not at full capacity , as the beaches and restaurants were not to busy , and our apartment block was quiet , but saying that , something for everyone , and a much needed break in a perfect location . An ideal peninsula for the Atlantic , watching the wonderful pelicans on one side, and swimming in a sheltered bay on the other . Drinks provided on both beaches , with regular delivery service . All in all a wonderful family break in a beautiful area Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredibly disappointing

Jan 10, 2022 QSRoad

Having arrived on the Sunday, I started to feel ill on Thursday with a badly upset stomach. I tried self medication (Imodium usually does the trick) but by Monday there was no improvement. I thought I had better report it, as maybe it was food poisoning and others were suffering. I was 'interviewed' by the Duty Manager, who took a statement, then… Read more
Having arrived on the Sunday, I started to feel ill on Thursday with a badly upset stomach. I tried self medication (Imodium usually does the trick) but by Monday there was no improvement. I thought I had better report it, as maybe it was food poisoning and others were suffering. I was 'interviewed' by the Duty Manager, who took a statement, then he asked me to make a statement, then I was interviewed again by Security, who also made a statement - not quite an interrogation, but certainly not much sympathy. They asked me if I'd like to see a doctor - at my expense - but I declined, but when the symptoms had not abated two days later I did call a doctor, who visited, diagnosed Gastro Enteritis and gave me antibiotics and salts to replace the ones I'd lost. The bill was $250US, which resolved the problem but as the course lasted until the day before my departure it meant that I could barely take advantage of the all inclusive resort. On my return to the UK I contacted the resort with my complaint, and was promised a reply within 48 hours - five days later, at the end of November, I received an apology for the late reply and promised one would be received on letter headed paper - six weeks later that response is yet to be received. Was it food poisoning? I cannot be certain, but the buffet style food distribution, with food open to the elements cannot help, but a I say, I cannot be certain. What does rankle is the lack of sympathy at the time, the lack of contact from staff whilst I was at the resort, and the abysmal service since returning, most unprofessional. I would not return to this resort under any circumstances, truly awful. Read less
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Jan 6, 2022 Felecia_Flack Marquette, Michigan

We stayed at the Villa Shamrock (rented through VRBO) during Christmas. It is the best spot in the resort. It’s located near one end of the property so it’s quiet and low key with an EXCELLENT beach right out your front door. This comfortable villa has two bedrooms, a fantastic deck and second patio area overlooking the water, and is beautiful… Read more
We stayed at the Villa Shamrock (rented through VRBO) during Christmas. It is the best spot in the resort. It’s located near one end of the property so it’s quiet and low key with an EXCELLENT beach right out your front door. This comfortable villa has two bedrooms, a fantastic deck and second patio area overlooking the water, and is beautiful and clean. Unless you are on the all-inclusive plan, the food at the St. James Club restaurants is expensive and it’s not that great. A bowl of soup is $18, a cheeseburger is $28, dinner buffet for an adult is $80, $40 for a child. There are many great restaurants within five miles of the resort or you can cook in the villa. We had an excellent dinner at la Brasserie d’Antigua. Getting a rental car at the airport made it easy to get around the island. Be prepared for roads that are not in the best of shape, but with a speed limit of 40mph they are doable. Antigua itself is a beautiful island and the people are hardworking and very nice. Getting our covid test for travel back to the US was easy to do right there at the resort. I’m ready to go back tomorrow! Read less
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Dec 29, 2021 mnmsweetlove

We did it for our anniversary/birthday trip and we wanted nothing more than to relax and that's exactly what we got. It was peaceful, not crowded and the service was great. The only issue we had was a miscommunication when it came to scheduling for our covid test to come back and we ended up having to in pay cash due to the time it was done… Read more
We did it for our anniversary/birthday trip and we wanted nothing more than to relax and that's exactly what we got. It was peaceful, not crowded and the service was great. The only issue we had was a miscommunication when it came to scheduling for our covid test to come back and we ended up having to in pay cash due to the time it was done instead of it being billed to our card. We do understand that there will be additional charges but it should better communicateed. Overall, the island is so beautiful and I will definitely go back. Read less