The Cove Suites at Blue Waters

Antigua, Caribbean

The Penthouse
The Cove Restaurant
Lounge area
Spa treatment room
Cove Penthouse Lounge
Penthouse Lounge
Cove Penthouse Suite
Cove Restaurant
Cove Restaurant
Wedding Gazebo
Cove Suite
The Penthouse
The Cove Restaurant
Lounge area
Spa treatment room
Cove Penthouse Lounge
Penthouse Lounge
Cove Penthouse Suite
Cove Restaurant
Cove Restaurant
Wedding Gazebo
Cove Suite

The hotel

Part of the Blue Waters Resort, The Cove Suites offers luxurious all-inclusive accommodation with easy access to the hotel’s outstanding range of facilities. 28 lavish suites including four penthouses, offers spacious living areas and spectacular ocean views. For something even more special, why not treat yourself to a stay at one of the Cove’s four Penthouses Suites, with three bedrooms. Each have panoramic vistas and a brilliantly designed kitchen area. Set in 5 acres of tropical landscaped garden, Cove guests enjoy exclusive access to four infinity-edged swimming pools. The Cove Restaurant is also right next door with a gourmet menu held in very high esteem locally. When you can drag yourself away from your idyllic surrounds, find out just what Blue Waters has to offer. A truly superb hotel, renowned for its high standard of service, there are activities galore, including tennis and an 18-hole golf course just 5 minutes away. Water sports are complimentary so try your luck at windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling, or hop onboard a Hobie Cat and sail the high seas. Live entertainment is offered some evenings or enjoy a quiet dinner in one of three restaurants, two of which are located in the main hotel, Blue Waters. Afterwards, relax with a nightcap in the Pelican bar before returning to your suite to retire in luxury.

Amenities

  • Hobie Cats
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Babysitting service
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room

Where is it

Located in historic Soldiers Bay on two white sandy beaches at the northwest tip of the island. Transfer time from airport: 15 minutes.

Hotel information

24 Cove Suites and 4 Penthouses on 3 floors in 4 buildings. Cove Suites are located in an elevated position, a short walk from the beach and facilities of the main hotel. Each lavishly appointed suite comprises of a spacious, open-planned living area and bedroom, bathroom with free-standing baths and private balcony/terrace with spectacular sea views and exclusive access to four clifftop infinity-edge pools. Sleeps maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

All Inclusive of: All meals, afternoon tea and cakes, premium-brand drinks, house and sparkling wine and mini-bar items. All activities and entertainment above unless otherwise stated. (Please note: All starters, mains and desserts are now included at The Cove Restaurant apart from a small selection of mains on the connoisseur's menu which are available for a US$10 supplement.)

Please note: Cove Penthouse Suites are based on a breakfast included basis. All Inclusive is available at a supplement.

Cove Penthouse Suites – accommodation features 3 separate bedrooms, 2 of which have enormous double balconies boasting panoramic views of the island. Facilities include a separate living room, kitchen and en-suite bathrooms, sleeping maximum 7 adults or 6 adults and 4 children. Please note: this room is on a breakfast included basis, all inclusive is available at a supplement.

 

 

  • Kids Stay Free: up to two children, up to and including 11 years, when sharing a room with at least 2 adults on the same board basis for travel between 1 Apr-19 Dec '20 and 1 Apr-19 Dec '21.

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

  • Honeymooners: receive VIP check-in and welcome amenity, Champagne and chocolates in room on arrival, romantic nightly turn down service, Champagne breakfast served on your patio one morning of your choice when staying a minimum of 5 nights for travel between 7 Jan '20-19 Dec '21. Proof of marriage required, must be taken within 6 months of wedding.

4 restaurants, 2 of which can be found at the main hotel, Blue Waters: The Palm Restaurant (open daily for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner), The Cove Restaurant (dinner, open days vary seasonally. Supplements apply for the Connoisseur’s Choice section on the menu for All Inclusive guests), Bartley's, Carolyn's Beach Bar & Restaurant is open daily for lunch and throughout the day for a refreshing cocktail. 3 bars: Pelican cocktail bar and lounge, Carolyn's Beach Bar and Veronica's bar.

Live entertainment most days. Weekly manager's cocktail party.

7 swimming pools (4 exclusively for Cove Suites guests), Jacuzzi, floodlit tennis court, spa with Elemis treatments* (local charge for treatments), fitness centre, table tennis, water sports: windsurfing, sailing (daily group lessons), kayaks, Hobie Cats, pedalos and snorkelling equipment. Complimentary Kids Club (for ages 4-12) and Creche* (for ages 14 months-3 years).

Babysitting available* (reservations required). Gift shop. Internet access*. Laundry service*. Concierge service (8:00am-6:00pm).

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

6-night minimum night stay for all arrivals 4th March – 24th March 2022.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: child ages up to and including 11 years.

Dress code: Palm Restaurant and Pelican Bar - These facilities, being our informal leisure areas, accept shorts (tailored) and other smart casual wear, including T-shirts. Bartley’s and The Cove Restaurant Elegant evening attire is requested. Shorts are not accepted. (No T-shirts). Black tie is requested Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.

Please note: this hotel may be unsuitable for guests with mobility restrictions as there are steps around the grounds and down to the beach.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating The best hotel!

Oct 21, 2021 Jesscollins555

We came here for our honeymoon as it looked like the nicest hotel we could find in Antigua. When we arrived we were blown away, the hotel is amazing and the rooms were nice and spacious. The sea was clear most days, and the water sports included were a great touch. Considering excursions were banned when we were there (due to covid) it was lovely… Read more
We came here for our honeymoon as it looked like the nicest hotel we could find in Antigua. When we arrived we were blown away, the hotel is amazing and the rooms were nice and spacious. The sea was clear most days, and the water sports included were a great touch. Considering excursions were banned when we were there (due to covid) it was lovely to be able to sail, paddle board, canoe and snorkel whilst there. The staff go above and beyond and we were treated so well. The staff in the restaurants are particularly lovely and very attentive! There are a few swimming pools, the adults only pool was empty most days! The food is absolutely amazing! Honestly I didn’t have one bad meal! We were all inclusive and I would recommend going all inclusive as it’s quite pricey! We particularly enjoyed the bbq food! I am really fussy with alcoholic drinks, but their sparkling wine was delicious! One thing I will say is there is no air con in the restaurants as they are partly outside, it was very humid when we were there so it was really hot at night, I wouldn’t recommend taking jumpers! I highly recommend this hotel and would love to go back! Read less
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Oct 14, 2021 brynsdad Chester, United Kingdom

32 years ago a young honeymoon couple arrived at Blue Waters and were instantly smitten. We finally made it back, but would it be the same? We need not have worried. The Resort occupies a few more acres these days, but the relaxed ambience, hospitality and beauty of the surrounding gardens remain just as they were. We travel with a wheelchair… Read more
32 years ago a young honeymoon couple arrived at Blue Waters and were instantly smitten. We finally made it back, but would it be the same? We need not have worried. The Resort occupies a few more acres these days, but the relaxed ambience, hospitality and beauty of the surrounding gardens remain just as they were. We travel with a wheelchair now, as Kathy has MS, but although Blue Waters does not purport to be a fully accessible hotel, the network of paths and the occasional ramp meant we could get wherever we needed to. The Palm Restaurant was perfect for us and breakfast was always a brilliant start to the day. We also dined at the Cove, which is spectacular. But of course what really makes the place so special are the people. From Hudson and Jarmal, appearing on the beach with trays of fresh fruit in the morning, to Aldrick, smiling broadly as he tended the shrubs; from Derah, Lucinda, Kina and Sparkle looking after us in the restaurant to Alex teaching us to fish. I even managed a couple of sociable morning runs with Kevin, the brilliant General Manager, whose team is a tribute to his approachability and attention to detail. There are so many we’d like to mention - Natalia, Elicia, Desiree, Shanna, Michel, Tramayne, Machala, Jilliana, James, Elias, Adrian, Jason, Quincy, Lystra, Wendy, Karen (KP) and Kadeesha. Thank you all for making our week at Blue Waters just as wonderful this time as it was in 1989. We hope to see you again. Read less
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Oct 14, 2021 Harry M Bicester, United Kingdom

First visit to Blue Waters Antigua and it was superb we had a garden view room but could sit outside and look out over the bay, very relaxing. The staff were excellent the room was excellent and the food was excellent. We had one poor experience dining at the cove however on saying that as soon as the staff were made of it the following morning we… Read more
First visit to Blue Waters Antigua and it was superb we had a garden view room but could sit outside and look out over the bay, very relaxing. The staff were excellent the room was excellent and the food was excellent. We had one poor experience dining at the cove however on saying that as soon as the staff were made of it the following morning we were visited at breakfast by a manager who like all of the staff was very apologetic. We decided to try again and were very happy that we did, it was a different experience and totally worth five stars. All the staff were exceptional for the whole visit. Reading other reviews about entertainment, for us it was ideal just right. Classy rather than loud and if you want a partying scene then try Margaritaville. All round an excellent holiday and definitely worth a second visit. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Probably the best Hotel on the Island

Oct 7, 2021 Anthony J Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

We stayed at Blue Waters from September 26th till October 6th, The staff are , without doubt, the best I have ever encountered in all my years of travelling. They are kind, courteous and caring. They are always smiling and so willing to please their customers . This includes all staff, not just the waiting and bar teams. The resort is delightful,… Read more
We stayed at Blue Waters from September 26th till October 6th, The staff are , without doubt, the best I have ever encountered in all my years of travelling. They are kind, courteous and caring. They are always smiling and so willing to please their customers . This includes all staff, not just the waiting and bar teams. The resort is delightful, has 3 pools with good sunbeds and many umbrellas, 3 restaurants including the superb Cove. The food is fab. Water sports include kayaking and Hobie cats, with instruction if needed. The bay is sheltered and perfect for swimming. Loads of other attractions can be organised , from golf to tours round the island by land or by sea ( Try the Antigua Extreme circumnavigation in their 45ft powerboat with triple out boards- immense!) The rooms are very comfortable, we had room 116 with balcony over looking the bay, The maids do a superb job too. Absolutely spotless. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Superb holiday - very happy

Sep 28, 2021 chrisashley1806 Ellesmere, United Kingdom

Goodness - where to start with this excellent hotel and spa… From the moment we arrived to when we left ten days later, we were met with excellent service from very friendly and hard-working staff. The grounds are beautifully maintained and, for us, the hotel had the right amount of amenities (water sports, gym and swimming pools) to ensure there… Read more
Goodness - where to start with this excellent hotel and spa… From the moment we arrived to when we left ten days later, we were met with excellent service from very friendly and hard-working staff. The grounds are beautifully maintained and, for us, the hotel had the right amount of amenities (water sports, gym and swimming pools) to ensure there was always something to do but that we could switch off and relax as well. We had a deluxe beachfront room (number 405) which could not have been better situated for us - in the middle of the complex with everything within very easy reach. The air conditioning in the room was an absolute god-send for a fitful night’s sleep, and the ceiling fans made for a pleasant experience each evening sitting out on the verandah to watch some glorious sunsets over the beautiful Caribbean Sea. If I were to pick up on just one point, the electrical fittings in the room are dated - for example, there are no USB charging points and the light switches / ceiling fan controls could do with updating. But these are very, very minor points which did not detract from the holiday at all. Otherwise, the room was well-appointed with a spacious bathroom and suited us down-to-the-ground. As other commentators have said, what stands out about Blue Waters is the outstanding service you get from all the staff - from the waiting staff to groundsmen. A very nice touch is that Kevin (the general manager) goes out of his way each day to chat to all the guests to ensure they’re having a good time. And whilst it is invidious to name individual staff members because frankly they were all excellent, we would give a special mention to the following: Derah, Sparkle, Tremaine, Hudson, Alrick, Jason. With their individual Antiguan personalities, they gave us much pleasure with their service - Derah in particular has a wonderful smile which, whilst hidden behind the current hotel mask-wearing policy during Covid, shone through her eyes! The food was consistently excellent - the Cove Restaurant caters for fine dining needs, whilst the Palm Restaurant, Veronicas and Carolyns caters for everything else. We particularly liked the breakfasts in the Palm Restaurant - different flavoured smoothies each day were a definite must! At the time of writing, the tourist industry is trying to get back on its feet in Antigua after Covid. So the hotel wasn’t full - about 50% capacity would be my estimate throughout our stay. In many ways, it was an ideal situation for us - the hotel wasn’t crowded but there were enough guests and staff around to create that ideal ambience. And whilst the guests were mainly British like us with a smattering of Americans, there was a nice age profile of retirees, working couples, honeymooners and parents with very young children. I can imagine that during school holidays there would be plenty of families as well. So, would we return? Most definitely yes. Would we recommend it to friends and family? Absolutely! Thanks again to Kevin and the whole team for such an enjoyable stay! Read less