The Verandah Resort & Spa

Just got back last week from staying at the veranda for seven days with my cousin. Resort is beautiful but unfortunately the dining was not great. One of the main restaurants were closed because they said it was off-season. The breakfast buffet was very good. The Italian restaurant was so so Weather was beautiful the staff is friendly courteous and helpful.. did an excursion which was very informative our driver was awesome I recommend doing an excursion around the island. All in all we had a nice time. Not sure if I would recommend the resort I would probably wanna stay somewhere else.

From the time we got off the plane until we arrived back at the airport to come back home we had an awesome time! Jensen our taxi driver that picked us up on day one. This guy knew everything that you could possibly know about the island and let us everything that he could on the 30+ or minus minute drive to the resort. This guy was super full of energy. Once we arrived at the resort we were offered up water or rum punch. Like that should even be a question? Rum punch it was! Everybody was super friendly. Check-in was very easy and we were taken to our room that had an awesome view of the water at the resort as well as looking out to the vast Atlantic out in front. We were very happy with our room. It had just what we needed. The main pool is a short walk from just about any ofthe rooms. The main bar at the pool seemed like it was open from 7 AM until 1 AM because there was always somebody behind it. If you get a chance to have Leon make you a piña colada you should because he makes the absolute best. As he says “old-school “ishis way of bartending and it shows in the drinks that he makes. They have a drink of the day every single day of the week and with us staying there for a week we got to sample each new concoction every day. We did everything imaginable on the resort that was there to offer from the mini golf to kayaking and paddle boarding. Visited several of the across the property. Eight at all of the restaurant offerings and did not have a disappointing meal throughout the entire week. We did the Pink Panther tour with Phoenix and Trish. They were very entertaining and very knowledgeable about the island and the excursion itself was a lot of fun. We did the rum making excursion. That was very fun to do even for people that are not big drinkers, it’s fun. All of the water sports activities that are available. I would encourage you to try out and if you don’t know how to do something there was attendance at the beach that were very helpful to those that were not familiar with doing things on the water like sailing or using a . The water is super clear to be able to see marine life as you paddleboard around the water in front of the resort. The water hammocks which we affectionately called the floating donuts, were very comfortable to lounge around in out in the sun while sitting on top of the water. One of the last things that we did was the sunset cruise on a Calypso cat and the crew was beyond entertaining. I would highly encourage this if you were to do nothing else on the Friday night tour. I would highly recommend this as a vacation spot. This was a trip for just my wife and myself, but we are contemplating taking our four adult children and their significant others next year! Leon and Alessandra were awesome at making drinks at the bar. Jensen on lovers Beach was very good at dealing with people on water sports activities. Selena and Audio were super energetic around the main pool and you almost had to do aqua aerobics because of their energy. I hate that I did not catch the names of the crew especially the captain on our Friday night, July 24, 2026 Sunset Cruise. If there’s a way for the resort to add that in, please do so because they definitely deserve some acknowledgment. High energy and a ton of fun that I would do over and over again.

During our recent stay at The Verandah Antigua was a mix of disappointments and wonderful experiences. July 2026 Unfortunately, our room was located far from the main beach, restaurants, and evening entertainment. Because the resort is quite hilly, we often needed a shuttle to get around. Unfortunately, the phone in our room rarely worked, which meant we often had to walk to request transportation. The food was average, and we found the reception staff to be somewhat moody and not as warm or welcoming as we had hoped. The highlight of our vacation was, without a doubt, Lovers Beach and the incredible staff who worked there. They completely changed our experience, and I want to recognize them for the outstanding hospitality they showed every single day. They deserve a 5 star! A special thank you to Jensen, who greeted everyone with genuine enthusiasm and made guests feel welcome from the moment they arrived at the beach. He not only ensured everyone felt safe while enjoying the water activities, but he also provided sail boat rides, while telling stories about the island making each experience both fun and memorable. His professionalism, positive attitude, engaging personality, and genuine care for guests set the tone for an enjoyable day at the beach. Be sure to visit this area and partake in all the water toys! Jensen and the guys will ensure a great time snorkeling, and kayaking as well as guide you as to what areas to go for the best experience. Judith, who worked tirelessly behind the beach bar, was equally impressive. Even when the bar was busy, she served drinks quickly and always with a warm smile and kind attitude. I also want to recognize Tristen, Garth, Andre, and Leon. Whether they were transporting guests around the resort or serving drinks at the poolside bar, each of them went above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome. They shared stories about Antiguan culture, took time to engage with guests, kept everyone laughing, and created an atmosphere that made us look forward to seeing them every day. Their friendliness, genuine kindness, and pride in their work made a lasting impression and were a big part of what made our vacation enjoyable. While some aspects of the resort fell short of our expectations, these team members above truly represented what hospitality should be. Their kindness, energy, and genuine care turned what could have been a disappointing vacation into one filled with great memories. Jensen, They are a tremendous asset to The Verandah Antigua and deserve to be recognized for the exceptional service they provide. We sincerely hope management recognizes the positive impact these individuals had on the guest experience because they are the reason we left with wonderful memories of Antigua.

We stayed at The Verandah for 11 nights in July which is off season in Antigua. The ride from the airport was 30 mins and we were met at reception with a welcome drink and wet flannel which was lovely after a long flight. Check in was quick and then Garth took us on a tour of the property to help us get our bearings. The hotel is stunning. Gardens are immaculate and the location is amazing with double aspect views. Our waterview suite was fantastic. The view over Rasta beach and Long Bay beyond was so beautiful. The room was huge with a really big wardrobe, drawer space, bathroom and beds. Plenty of storage space and I loved the huge shower. Since it was off season not all restaurant options were available every night but the reception team had booked us into one of the à la carte restaurants for our first evening. The food quality in all of the à la restaurants was excellent. It was just a shame that they weren’t all open every night as I feel that if I’d visited in high season my experience would have been so much better. I wasn’t impressed by the evening buffets and found the food to be luke warm. If you didn’t like the theme of the buffet then there weren’t many other options to choose from. However, the breakfast buffet was excellent. The quality of the drinks was also excellent, the wine in particular was really good. Lunch options were good. Sails and tales was open at the beginning of our stay although then closed for renovations. The menu choice was great and so it was disappointing that the restaurant then closed at lunchtime for the remainder of our stay. The service at the bars and restaurants was generally good. The resort was super quiet during our stay which my family liked although I could imagine it being too quiet for some people. The entertainment team put in activities in the evenings although the daytime schedule was hit and miss. The jazz band was fantastic along with the steel band. I wasn’t a fan of the silent disco or games night but there was always the option of the Wavy Wicket which showed sports games and served bar snacks. Our family was a fan of the nachos! We booked our excursions through the hotel along with a cab into st johns. It was nice to get out and about and see what Antigua had to offer. The other thing to mention that I hadn’t seen covered by many reviews was the availability and of the shower rooms pre departure. We didn’t think it was worth paying for a late check out and so we used the shower rooms near reception. These are free of charge and were excellent with plenty of towels, toiletries, hairdryer and even an iron and ironing board. All in all we had a great time at the resort. Although if I visited again I would probably go in high season. Shout out to Garth who does such a fab job on the shuttles, always loved our conversations. Great service in the bars from Andre, Leon and Devante. All an absolute credit to the resort. Thank you team Verandah

The verandah was perfect for our girls trip! They had fun events and activities for everyone. The resort provides snorkels and kayaks so you can go out on your own and explore. Jensen was there during our trip and was a fabulous Catamaran captain. Kerry Anne and Leon made the best drinks to keep the vacation vibes going! Everyone we met were friendly and attentive!! Can’t wait for next year!