The Verandah Resort & Spa

All the staff in the restaurant were very professional, patient, polite, and had excellent attitudes. There was one intern who was especially wonderful — super friendly, warm, enthusiastic, and very thoughtful. She spoke really fluent Chinese, which made us so happy! I asked for her name and tried to write a review mentioning her, but it didn’t get posted successfully. Now I’ve taken photos again — luckily my mom took a picture with her. Hope you see this! Happy New Year!

Beautiful spot. Very laid back. We had a king water front suite. Excellent location to everything. Lovely beaches lots of chairs and shade and kept clean. Some seaweed as you went further out. Lots of free activities like kayaking, paddle boards, small catamarans and Jensen was so fun and helpful. Food choices excellent. At time service especially, in the Sails and Tails at lunch was long. The dinners at Portofino and Sails and Tails were excellent. The $50 up charge at Nicole’s was not worth it. Be aware there is a significant resort and tourist fee totalling $30-35 a person per day due at checkout. Staff such as Garth the trolley driver,Rashad,Natasha, Theodore and young Tedre were terrific and really made us feel welcome. We enjoyed the evening Karoke, DJs, Beach Party events as well. Great cocktails. It is somewhat hilly and there are about 20 steps down and up to Lovers Beach but easy access to pools and Rasta Beach. Don’t miss walk to Devils Bridge Stunning

Like some other reviewers we were a bit apprehensive before we arrived because of the previous bad reviews online, but we needn't have worried. The location is so beautiful!! Two gorgeous beaches on site and another just a short and very safe walk down the road. Although we were told the resort was full it never felt crowded at all. Plenty of sunbeds with a choice of sunny or shaded spots. The pools were never crowded and there's 3 to choose from. Many of the staff were excellent - special call outs for Tristan and Theodore who were very friendly, always happy and helpful. Unfortunately, some of the young waitresses and one of the buggy drivers in particular were sullen and disinterested - to the point of being rude, but we didn't let this spoil our holiday because overall the resort is friendly and welcoming. When we arrived we were initially put into a garden view villa even though we had paid for a sea view. Fortunately, the duty manager was able to move us to a villa with a view the next day, which was much appreciated. There was plenty of choice of food and the quality in the buffet was very good indeed. We paid extra for Nicole's one evening but wouldn't do that again, as the food and service didn't really warrant the additional $50 pp - and the other restaurant options are so good. There's also a really nice coffee and cake bar. The accommodation was clean and spacious. Housekeeping came every day although we were told at check-in it would be every other day, so that was a bonus. Some people felt that there should have been a stocked mini bar in the room, but this didn't bother us. The weekly beach parties are good fun and the staff work hard to set up the event and make everything run smoothly. I rarely return to a resort but I was so sad to leave and can't wait to visit The Verandah again!

The resort is heavenly with stunning beaches, beautiful people and amazing bungalows. A highlight for us was a garden tour with Charles. He is passionate about the care and nurturing of plants for 4 resorts on the island. We should also recommend Shirley Heights. We went on a Thursday night and booked through Viator. Keanu picked us up, gave us a lot of history of Antigua, and brought us home. The party was full of music, great food and dancing with your new friends from around the world as you watch the sunset. All in all, Antigua is paradise. Yeh mon.

Just back from 2 weeks stay at The Verandah, absolutely great time. The complex has everything you need regarding restaurants, pools and beaches. The best beach is Lovers Beach with shallow, clear water and the bonus of water sports available, managed by great staff (Tehlon & Jensen). On this beach is the Pelican bar with the great service provided by Olvis, serving cocktails and drinks to your request, with nothing being a problem for him. I was a bit worried when I read about the problem with seaweed, but this does not spoil swimming, and the seaweed only forms in small pockets. We booked a sea view room, which was so comfortable and large with a large bathroom/toilet. The restaurants are all close to each other, except for the grill bar based on the other beach (Rasta), which you need a buggy to get to or a good walk, depending on your location in the resort. All the staff in the resort are very friendly and helpful, but you have to relaise your in a very laid back country, and some things take a little longer, but this is not a critisim its just their very relaxed way of life. I could go on writing much more because there was so much we enjoyed, but summing up, you will not be disappointed on visiting The Verandah. A big thank you to all the staff for making the stay very enjoyable. See you in 2027.