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 Simply the Best!

Nov 6, 2024 sandieTS Easingwold, United Kingdom

The most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed in and not just cos it’s really cool, full of amazing art and set on a perfectly lovely Caribbean beach but everyone there makes you feel so welcome from the great team on reception who helped with any queries you had to the team at breakfast and supper, the bar team, the housekeeping crew and the guys who… Read more
The most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed in and not just cos it’s really cool, full of amazing art and set on a perfectly lovely Caribbean beach but everyone there makes you feel so welcome from the great team on reception who helped with any queries you had to the team at breakfast and supper, the bar team, the housekeeping crew and the guys who take you out in the speedboat to the hotels private Island, Prickly Pear, From the moment you walk in, after a long flight from England, and you are offered a glass of champagne, you know this is a special place. We had an Oceanfront One bedroom Suite which had a sitting room and sofa bed with a small bathroom/cloakroom, and a door to the patio overlooking the beach. This room opened onto the main bedroom(comfiest bed ever, beautiful linens) which also had a door to the outdoor patio so it meant that my son could sleep in without me disturbing him so I could sit out early and watch the world waking up. The main bathroom led off the bedroom - bath and shower(not a power shower, life is lived at a more gentle pace here but it does the job). This really is a haven of tranquility, I’d stayed on Dickinson Bay previously as everyone told me how great the beach was but one of the things I loved about Hodges was that it was so private, all you heard was the sound of the gentle waves and the birds in the palms. There are three pools, all different, all lovely and the pool bar is a great place to hang out and make new friends, the all day menu is really good and we liked everything we tried - yummy pizzas, chicken wings, burgers, fish tacos - I could go on… the only downside was the inconsistency of the cocktails , sometimes they were amazing and other times the mix wasn’t quite right, the same went for the cocktails on Prickly Pear too. The food in the restaurant was nice though we only ate there once as we wanted to explore the Island and we also had two days at the Cricket. Breakfasts were excellent, a lovely choice of fruits, hot foods which always had interesting side, pastries, great service and the view on a morning is just idyllic. This is a stunning holiday destination, great for all ages, families, solos, couples, I was there with my son who recently moved to London to work and it was great to be able to share the holiday(and the cricket) with him. I can highly recommend our tour guide Carrick of Daily Routine Enterprise who works out of St John’s and looked after us the whole week - really reasonable rates, highly knowledgeable and the nicest guy. It’s not a City hotel where everything is pristine and you have to dress for dinner - if you want that, go somewhere else but if want to to recharge your batteries, relax, chill out and enjoy the vibe then this is for you. Thank you to everyone there for making our stay so memorable - we’ll be back! Read less
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Nov 2, 2024 pragmati Toronto, Canada

I had a few issues with the bathroom when I checked in and it took a couple of hours to get a new room..nothing major. I said to the manager Chantal just buy me a drink and we will be cool Instead she invited me to Naci, their premium restaurant for a fantastic meal on the house with a personal welcome from their talenred chef . Chantal runs an… Read more
I had a few issues with the bathroom when I checked in and it took a couple of hours to get a new room..nothing major. I said to the manager Chantal just buy me a drink and we will be cool Instead she invited me to Naci, their premium restaurant for a fantastic meal on the house with a personal welcome from their talenred chef . Chantal runs an excellent hotel with amazing service from everyone. Yes needs a reno but the beach and Pools are amazing. Thanks so much. Whille I came to watch cricket, I will be back for the wonderful beach, but most of all the wonderful staff. Chantal, you turned me from a frustrated guest to a loyal customer who is coming back with my family..a truly great experience. Thank you! Read less
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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
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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