The Cove Suites at Blue Waters

Antigua, Caribbean

Virgin rating

Cove Suite
Cove Suite
Cove Suite
Carolyn's Beach Bar and Restaurant
Cove Restaurant
Palm Restaurant
Cove Restaurant
Kids club
Cove Restaurant
Spa treatment room
Pelican Bar
Cove Penthouse
Cove Penthouse
Cove Penthouse
Cove Penthouse
Wedding Gazebo
Cove Suite
Cove Suite
Cove Suite
Carolyn's Beach Bar and Restaurant
Cove Restaurant
Palm Restaurant
Cove Restaurant
Kids club
Cove Restaurant
Spa treatment room
Pelican Bar
Cove Penthouse
Cove Penthouse
Cove Penthouse
Cove Penthouse
Wedding Gazebo

The hotel

Located on the Northwest tip of Antigua, the Cove Suites are part of the Blue Waters resort, offering luxurious all-inclusive accommodation within easy reach of the hotel’s outstanding range of facilities. Set in 5 acres of tropical landscaped garden, the lavish suites offer island-inspired décor, spacious living areas, and spectacular ocean views. Cove guests can enjoy exclusive access to four infinity-edged swimming pools, and the Cove Restaurant is right next door, with a gourmet menu that’s well-esteemed by locals. When you can drag yourself away from your idyllic surrounds, it’s time to explore what Blue Waters has to offer – a truly superb hotel, renowned for its high standards of service, and with activities galore – including an 18-hole golf course just 5 minutes away! Watersports are complimentary, so try your hand at windsurfing, kayaking, and snorkelling, or hop onboard a Hobie Cat and sail the high seas. Enjoy a peaceful dinner in one of two restaurants – one of which is located in the main hotel, Blue Waters – before enjoying live entertainment, which is offered most evenings. Afterwards, relax with a nightcap in the Pelican Bar until it’s time to return to your suite to retire in luxury. For something even more special, treat yourself to a stay in one of the Cove’s four exquisite Penthouse Suites, each beautifully appointed, with three bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea.

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, sundowner service including cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, some premium-brand drinks, house and sparkling wine and mini-bar items. All activities and entertainment above unless otherwise stated.

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.

3 restaurants, 2 of which can be found at the main hotel, Blue Waters: The Palm Restaurant (open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner), The Cove Restaurant (dinner, open days vary seasonally), Carolyn's Beach Bar & Restaurant (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.

Daily activities and live evening entertainment most days. 

7 swimming pools (4 exclusively for Cove Suites guests), Jacuzzi, floodlit tennis court, spa with Elemis and ila treatments* (local charge for treatments), fitness centre, table tennis, pool table, yoga, aqua aerobics, water sports: windsurfing, sailing (daily group lessons), kayaks, Hobie Cats, pedalos and snorkelling equipment. Complimentary kids activity programme Monday-Friday (for ages 5-12). Access to a WhatsApp service for arranging excursions, spa treatments, and more*.

Babysitting available* (reservations required). Gift shop. Internet access*. Laundry service*. Cove Concierge service, exclusive for Cove guests.

Please note: a government 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 4 Mar–24 Mar.

* Denotes local charge.

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

Dress code: Palm Restaurant and Pelican Bar - these facilities, being informal leisure areas, accept shorts (tailored) and other smart casual wear, including T-shirts. At 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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Nov 30, 2024 sarahchick70 Cambridge, United Kingdom

We have just returned from our sixth visit to Blue Waters and have already booked to return. From the moment you arrive you feel relaxed and at home. The staff greet you like old friends and cannot do enough for you. You arrive to a cold towel and welcome drink served with a smile. The whole resort is well presented and the gardens are immaculate… Read more
We have just returned from our sixth visit to Blue Waters and have already booked to return. From the moment you arrive you feel relaxed and at home. The staff greet you like old friends and cannot do enough for you. You arrive to a cold towel and welcome drink served with a smile. The whole resort is well presented and the gardens are immaculate and a peaceful haven to walk around and admire. There are plenty of seats / benches to relax and enjoy the sun or shade when the sun is at its peak. There is good entertainment every night which finishes at a reasonable hour so you can get a good nights rest, ready to start the new day. There are 3 restaurants with great food and we stayed 2 weeks and never had the same dish twice as there is so much variety. As you will see from the great reviews already published, the staff are the main asset to this resort and we echo this. Pearle, Adrian, Steven, Dera, Sparkel, Tremaine, Ryan the list goes on and on. The staff are amazing and cannot do enough to make your holiday the best you could wish for! A special mention must be given to Nicole who is an amazing manager and works tirelessly to make your holiday dreams come true and always has a smile for you whatever the time of day. Working in a public facing industry ourselves we understand how hard the hospitality industry is, long hours, hard work, people moaning when the sun is not out etc etc. but the Blue Waters staff go above and beyond to make your holiday the best it can be and always greet you by your name and with a smile. Many guests return year after year and we are asked - why return, there are so many places in the world to visit- we always answer, nowhere we have ever visited makes us relax as we walk through the door, forget our troubles and stresses, feel like family and makes us smile from the moment we arrive to the moment we leave. The island is magical and Blue Waters is the dream Resort. We cannot wait to return to our Blue waters family and we wish them all a very happy festive period and a prosperous new year. Read less
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Nov 24, 2024 Rent Rent Rent L

Just returned from a first-time trip to the Carribean at Blue Waters and we will return! The staff are so genuinely friendly, nothing was too much trouble and there is a real family feel about the place. The staff have a great vibe which shows its a great place to work and we met quite a few people who have been multiple times. I'm not sure of the… Read more
Just returned from a first-time trip to the Carribean at Blue Waters and we will return! The staff are so genuinely friendly, nothing was too much trouble and there is a real family feel about the place. The staff have a great vibe which shows its a great place to work and we met quite a few people who have been multiple times. I'm not sure of the capacity but we never experienced an issue getting a lounger, bar space, restaurant table etc. The place is big enough to swallow all the guests and at times feels really intimate and quiet. Sadly our room was flooded due to a burst pipe from above and within minutes we had the resort manger and a team of helpers who moved rooms. They sorted anything wet and got us into an upgraded room for the last night. No-ones fault and was handled professionally and swiftly with offers to dry the few things that we affected. Thanks Blue Waters! Read less
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Nov 23, 2024 Aslam_Sherif London, United Kingdom

We had two Cove suites on the first floor. The view from the balcony during the morning and evening was really stunning. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and had a really good times. The beach is incredible and all the restaurants very good. Our very spacious very exceptional. All the staffs were very friendly and always attentive. I used the… Read more
We had two Cove suites on the first floor. The view from the balcony during the morning and evening was really stunning. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and had a really good times. The beach is incredible and all the restaurants very good. Our very spacious very exceptional. All the staffs were very friendly and always attentive. I used the gym facility every day which was very useful to stay fit. I would definitely recommend this resort to family. Read less
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Nov 15, 2024 Knightkaye Sunbury-On-Thames, United Kingdom

Some nice touches. Cold towels at lunch time at The reef. Staff generally pleasant and helpful. Resort well kept in general, gardens and surroundings worked on daily. We stayed for 2 weeks. The menu choices are very limited to only 2 restaurants open each evening one of which menu doesn't change just a special of the day that changes. Towels not… Read more
Some nice touches. Cold towels at lunch time at The reef. Staff generally pleasant and helpful. Resort well kept in general, gardens and surroundings worked on daily. We stayed for 2 weeks. The menu choices are very limited to only 2 restaurants open each evening one of which menu doesn't change just a special of the day that changes. Towels not always replenished in the rooms and toiletries not refilled... If you want a long beach this is not the one for you! This resort is on its own away from any shops/bars/restaurants. Actually missed having a buffet style breakfast to choose what to have - you have to order. Beware - after we checked out the charge for lunch was over $100 us. For a sandwich and burger with 2 soft drinks and 2 beers, considering the cost of the holiday i think this was not necessary. Attention to detail in the rooms could be better. Read less
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Nov 12, 2024 AnnaBev70 York, United Kingdom

This hotel is everything you’d want from a 5* Caribbean resort - relaxed glamour!! We were lucky to get an upgrade on our room which was a lovely surprise. The Cove suites are spacious, beautifully appointed and the view is stunning. There is everything you’d wish for and want. The bed is incredibly comfortable, with quality bed linen. The… Read more
This hotel is everything you’d want from a 5* Caribbean resort - relaxed glamour!! We were lucky to get an upgrade on our room which was a lovely surprise. The Cove suites are spacious, beautifully appointed and the view is stunning. There is everything you’d wish for and want. The bed is incredibly comfortable, with quality bed linen. The bathroom is also large with a great and constantly hot shower/water. Very welcome after a day lounging in the sun. There is an abundance of soft, fluffy towels, both bathroom and beach - one thing to note is the hairdryer wasn’t great - I’ve got thin hair and it took ages so it maybe worth bringing your own if you have a thick head of hair. The venue itself is like a great, leafy haven - so many plants, trees and flowers everywhere. The staff are amazing and very good at their roles - Pearl, Sparkle, Dan and Rocky to name but a few are just lovely people - cheerful, attentive and smiley - Antiguans are genuinely happy, kind people which made our holiday. All the many staff are a credit to the hotel and make it the place it is. Excellent on all fronts. Food on the whole is good thou we had a couple of not so good experiences too. Breakfast is delicious with plenty of cold and hot choices. The Reef is popular for lunch and the food is really yummy with a varied choice of dishes in a lovely setting overlooking the bay. The Palm is where breakfast is held and you can have lunch/ dinner there too. We didn’t have lunch but did go for dinner several times. A small menu (that’s a positive) the food was delicious, attractively plated and portions were just right. A relaxed ambience which is why we enjoyed going there. We struggled a bit with the Cove - this is clearly meant to be the more formal restaurant but neither the food or service lived up to expectations and it just didn’t feel right. The staff struggled when it was busy, the food wasn’t great quality and it lacked atmosphere and ambience. We did try Papa Zouk which the hotel arranged for us, we would recommend going especially for the Red Snapper. We also experienced one of the boat rides - so worth it - Dan and Rocky were spot on, we had a great day out seeing other parts of the island. We went all inclusive which on the whole was good but the quality of some of the drinks especially the wines etc were not great quality which was a shame especially as I would think the clientele would expect better. Also, we didn’t realise that the all inclusive stops at 12 noon the day you leave. Not a deal breaker for us as we were leaving at 2pm but for some other guests who weren’t leaving until the end of the day, this does feel a little mean spirited and not the best lasting impression of a fabulous hotel. All in all we were thoroughly impressed with the hotel, we loved our stay and everything about it and hope to return next year. One final comment - Julia and the other GM’s are very professional, thoughtful and lovely to deal with. Just brilliant!! Read less