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 Lovely winter break

Mar 25, 2024 O123Scotland Glasgow, United Kingdom

We went in late February as a couple in our late 20s for 7 nights in a junior suite. We prefer to stay in our resort so spent the entire time there. We used most of the facilities except the “kids” pool. Positives: Contrary to some of the recent reviews, we felt the services and facilities were of a standard expected for this price point in the… Read more
We went in late February as a couple in our late 20s for 7 nights in a junior suite. We prefer to stay in our resort so spent the entire time there. We used most of the facilities except the “kids” pool. Positives: Contrary to some of the recent reviews, we felt the services and facilities were of a standard expected for this price point in the Caribbean. The resort is not spotless but we had no issues we wanted to raise during our time there. Breakfast is only a few metres from the beach front with a stunning view. We think we went at a fairly quiet time as we had no issues getting sun loungers anytime at the pool or beach, that was mentioned in previous reviews. There wasn’t a culture of reserving beds as there were lots of options. The bed was at least a large king and was very comfortable. We slept so well here. The fridge did make some white noise and you could hear the birds outside but we liked this. The food in the restaurants/bar is good and reasonably priced for a resort. We ate exclusively here as our preference but there are restaurants a short drive away. There is a good range of food between the bar, white sands, prickly pear and NaCl. The fine dining NaCl restaurant in particular was delicious and only open Thursday-Saturdays. Cocktails were reasonably priced and very good too. Most staff were really friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. In particular Craig who manages the beach bar was very attentive and personable. Guests can go to prickly pear via a short boat journey. There are also kayaks and paddle boards for guests to use, plus 2 pools and a hot tub. Negatives: As other reviews have mentioned, some of the staff were really quite rude. We found this in particular with the waitresses at breakfast or the white sands restaurants, if you asked for some water or milk for the coffee they seemed almost offended. This was never anyone in management or reception and some of the other waitresses were so lovely. The resort is not exclusive in that people not staying here can pay to use the facilities for the day. It wasn't an issue when we were there as it wasn't too busy but could imagine in peak season it might get a bit crowded. Overall we will definitely recommend to friends and family and would consider coming back ourselves. The location is beautiful. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Avoid. Much better ANYWHERE else on the island

Mar 25, 2024 J9535IHstevenh Farmingville, New York

This review is based on the fact that this hotel is holding itself out to being a 5 star hotel. To be fair, the beach is beautiful BUT incredibly small. Maybe 12 lounge chaises on the beach and 20 by the pool. Good luck getting a beach towel. About 1/3 of the cushions were slashed and the wicker on the chairs was frayed. Now the staff at the front… Read more
This review is based on the fact that this hotel is holding itself out to being a 5 star hotel. To be fair, the beach is beautiful BUT incredibly small. Maybe 12 lounge chaises on the beach and 20 by the pool. Good luck getting a beach towel. About 1/3 of the cushions were slashed and the wicker on the chairs was frayed. Now the staff at the front desk, the bars and water front were really friendly and helpful but you had to find them. They rarely approached you to see if you needed anything. The waitresses at the one and only open restaurant were rude and resented you even being there. I could never get water or coffee without having to get up and ask the hostess for some. The food was bland and no where near what anyone would call 5 star. Their attitude might be partially based on the hotel keeping the service charge AND any additional tip that you give. If you want to tip anyone who provided you good service, do it in cash, don’t put it on the check because they will never receive it. The rooms were pleasant but the seat cushions were stained and there were numerous cracks in the plaster. (This is after a renovation 5 years ago) we had an ocean front room and the view was amazing. Be aware that this hotel is on the Atlantic side of the island so the water is clear but not warm like the Caribbean side. Now am I being hypercritical, I think not. There is an actual definition of 5-star. It incorporates facility ecxcellence, an extra effort to food quality, and a customer service that goes above and beyond. So while the beach and prickle pear island are beautiful I would equate this hotel to a Holiday Inn that hasn’t had any updates or maintenance since it opened Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful hotel with some challenges

Mar 19, 2024 Finzi_uk England, United Kingdom

Positives: a beautiful location and large, comfortable rooms complete with huge beds and luxurious baths (great to soak in at the end of a long day). The views are stunning and snorkelling at Prickly Pear is just wonderful; so many colourful fish to see and such a memorable experience. Front desk staff were friendly, as was the excellent Marcus… Read more
Positives: a beautiful location and large, comfortable rooms complete with huge beds and luxurious baths (great to soak in at the end of a long day). The views are stunning and snorkelling at Prickly Pear is just wonderful; so many colourful fish to see and such a memorable experience. Front desk staff were friendly, as was the excellent Marcus who operates boat trips to Prickly Pear. Negatives: the chaotic restaurant became a real pain to have to deal with. There aren't any other options for eating out nearby, so if you're stuck trying to get food that never turns up, from largely grumpy staff who don't seem to want you there, it's not great. The menu was small and dishes were frequently unavailable, so I ended up eating the same meal almost every night for two weeks. Breakfast was table service rather than a buffet, and it was literally a lottery for what you'd end up receiving - there didn't seem a good reason for this since the hotel wasn't even half full. Room service and housekeeping were also quite chaotic, sometimes not making it to the room at all or leaving no toiletries for days. The beach is fairly small and there were only a small number of beds, so in peak times it might be hard to snag one. Overall this is a stunning location and a really interesting hotel, but the disorganisation and some unfriendly staff are issues - given the high prices here - that Hodges probably needs to address. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Extremely disappointing

Mar 16, 2024 Robin H

Very Disappointing. Hodges Bay has the potential to be the 5 star resort it claims, however you need to fix a lot to get there. Only 1 restaurant open and the food was not good. The staff acted like they didn’t want to be there. At one meal, my pasta was so salty, but I had to ration my water cause I never found a waitress to ask for a refill. At… Read more
Very Disappointing. Hodges Bay has the potential to be the 5 star resort it claims, however you need to fix a lot to get there. Only 1 restaurant open and the food was not good. The staff acted like they didn’t want to be there. At one meal, my pasta was so salty, but I had to ration my water cause I never found a waitress to ask for a refill. At these prices! The shower had no water pressure. The beach was small and the cushions were torn. You had to go get your own towels if you were lucky enough to find one. The staff didn’t put the beach cushions out till 11:00 in the morning. Their “special restaurant” NaCl, only opened on the weekend. We made a reservation early in the week thinking it would be crowded. Nope. Only 1 other table was full. I asked for ice water but was told they don’t serve that in this restaurant He then took away our water goblets AND our napkins. We walked out. Do not go here. The Caribbean side of the island is much nicer. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beware of private parties

Mar 8, 2024 Carl H

On Monday night, a private party was held on the beach. They had a live band, heavy bass, playing at rock concert volumes. We could not sleep because the music was so loud. I called front desk and they said there was nothing they could do about it, I should discuss it with management the following day. Music finally stopped around midnight. … Read more
On Monday night, a private party was held on the beach. They had a live band, heavy bass, playing at rock concert volumes. We could not sleep because the music was so loud. I called front desk and they said there was nothing they could do about it, I should discuss it with management the following day. Music finally stopped around midnight. The next day, I spoke with five other guests, all with the same experience, i.e. they couldn't sleep until the music was over. We paid about $700/night for a ocean front room, couldn't believe that management could be so inconsiderate. If you're thinking of booking here, might want to confirm that no private parties are scheduled. Or better yet, just stay somewhere else. Read less