Keyonna Beach

We booked in the expectation of a relaxed, quiet and beautiful natural environment with supportive service. All of these were supplied at Keyonna, with only occasional exceptions. First of all the setting is stunning: the beach is sandy, the sea view (especially at sunset) is breathtaking, and the temperature (at least for British visitors) a welcome contrast to Christmas at home. We loved the wildlife around the grounds - especially the pelicans and hummingbirds - too. Swimming in the sea is easy, though red flags are sometimes put out rightly indicating strong currents, and the beach is (like all in Antigua) public, so there can be temporary noise from tour boats or walkers passing through. Generally, though, daytime on the cabana beds was calm. The facilities included everything we wanted and which was promised, if some aspects at a higher standard than others: the main swimming pool was a great break from the heat, and often we had it to ourselves; the wifi is strong throughout the resort; the public areas are well-maintained and comfortable, giving fabulous views over the coast; the rooms are well air-conditioned and roomy enough since they are unoccupied most of the day. The plunge pools are a useful novelty. There were minor flaws in our room such as rather noisy air condition and underpowered showers, but not as far as we know true of other rooms. The staff were all wonderful. Service at meals was prompt and friendly, and someone was on hand to help and answer questions. The food itself was (though enjoyable) less strong, evening meals becoming rather repetitive and sometimes lacking flavour. Breakfast, on the other hand, was a pleasure overlooking the sea. Additional services such as aquaerobics (which we particularly enjoyed), yoga and massages (again very good) were welcome and trips out organised by the resort (and other providers too) were easily arranged and well worthwhile. Staff did sometimes face challenges maintaining the atmosphere in public areas: isolated residents smoked, played music on speakers or gathered in groups (who had booked couples' houses alongside each other with the obvious aim of having a group holiday) where serene quiet was promised to everyone else in a 'couples only' resort. Thanks to everyone at Keyonna for a restorative break in beautiful Antigua.

We recently stayed at Keyonna resort for a week. From the moment we booked it, service was amazing. After arriving before Christmas, we were upgraded to a room with a pool and beachfront view. It was the last room at the end of the resort, couldn’t have been more perfect for what my wife and I were looking for. Thank you for #62 🏝️ This is one of the nicest resorts we’ve experience. The staff are wonderful, everyone is smiling and so helpful. Special shout out to Tevin, Gerri-Lee, and Sheldon. They were so friendly and helpful for the entire week. The food was exceptional which was important to us. Great selections everyday. You could see the pride in the presentation! Breakfast was always fresh and the start to a beautiful day. They also had a great selection of wines/beverages on hand. Located on an amazing beach perfect for swimming and walking, which we took advantage of. I really can’t say enough about this resort. It was near perfect for what we wanted. Thank you to all the staff for making Keyonna such a wonderful experience in life! ♥️☀️🏝️

We spent a wonderful week at Keyonna Beach. Everything was outstanding; from the room, to the food, to the people that took care of us. We would like to thank Tevin (wonderful with the service, always smiling!), Anique who ensured our room was always in perfect shape, and made sure our mini bar was always stocked. We would also like to thank Shendy Ann, Denesha, and Stevanna for their help with excursions and the front desk. Thanks also to Makeda, Odeal, Maria, Deon, Daniel, and quite frankly too many more to mention. We were always treated with kindness and that made our visit even more special!

Keyonna is a unique combination of luxe-rustic. It felt like a true Caribbean experience with a high-end touch. Most of the recent reviews are spot on. The staff was fantastic - friendly, attentive and helpful. The staff and management went above and beyond to accommodate us when all flights were canceled out of Antigua. I can't say enough good things about the staff and management...the Keyonna staff elevated our entire experience in Antigua and turned it from an average experience to a great experience. The resort is quiet and private. There are no TVs, but internet/cell/wifi were available most everywhere on the property. Its a great location to unplug just enough without losing total connectivity. The clients ranged from young honeymooners to retired couples. There is local live music entertainment during dinner each night. We stayed over New Years and they had extended local entertainment including a nice fireworks show from the beach. The resort is quiet after dinner and overnight. We stayed in a beachfront sunset cottage. It had plenty of room for two of us, and was clean and comfortable. Most all the rooms are closer to the beach and sea than a typical resort, which is a nice touch. You can hear the waves crashing on the beach all night. Added bonus is the personal beach cabana, which prevents the stress of reserving and holding chairs like most other resorts. We rented a car for our stay, but you could easily get by without a rental. Driving in Antigua is on the left side of the road and most cars are right side steering. The roads and tight and parking can be limited around the island, so renting a car is a trade off between convenience of having your own transportation vs the effort of having a car. After reading the reviews we brought a few different insect repellents to help with the mosquitos and sand flies(?). Simple organic repellents worked fine for us. If you're prepared with repellents, the insects are easily manageable and not a problem. Most people will need repellents, especially at dusk and overnight, if not used to them. We would love to return to Keyonna!

Awesome attention to detail and got the important stuff right! Location, staff and service all above expectation. Will return.