Blue Waters Resort & Spa

This hotel's location, staff and cuisine continue to mark this out as an experience to be savoured. Water sports from Hobie cats to kayaking and paddle board or take one the hotel's 2 powerboats out for an exploration and experience. The food is of a high standard and varied. The Palm restaurant is by the beautiful quiet beach and the Reef is by the pool overlooking the bay. The Cove restaurant is open evenings in a delightful position only a short walk or buggy ride away. We have only heard good things from other guests, some of whom are repeat visitors. Close to St John's and taxis or car rental to visit Shirley Heights, English Dockyard etc are available from reception. Highly recommended

After 15 years of holidays driving to France with our beloved rescue dogs, it was finally time to find a really special place to visit, just the 2 of us. After poring over endless reviews across the Caribbean I finally decided the perfect fit for us was Blue Waters and yes it absolutely deserves its glowing reviews and exceeded my expectations which were already high. As soon as you are welcomed into reception with the sublime turquoise sea framed in the background you feel a zen like calm wash over you. Most hotels it takes a few days to feel at home but here the adorable team take you under their wing and look after you with so much kindness and dedication throughout. I can’t single out anyone as they are all, without exception the best. It was lovely to see how valued they are at a staff appreciation day held whilst we were there and richly deserved. Adding in the stunning beaches and gardens to the mix makes your holiday truly memorable. The sea is a balmy 30c and swimming/floating on the platforms at sunset watching Pelicans dive right next to you is truly magical. All 3 sea facing restaurants, are excellent and AI allows you to enjoy everything you want, and more and there’s plenty! It’s v tempting to stay put in such beautiful surroundings but don’t miss scooter snorkelling with turtles at Galleon Bay (magical experience) watch the sun set over the island at the stunning Shirley Heights whilst enjoying the music and soaking up the atmosphere, an island tour and to meet the warm and friendly locals but I also can’t blame you if you prefer to stay cocooned in the serenity of Blue Waters. We never go back to a place but this time we have broken all the rules and are already planning to return the exact same dates next year. In the meantime I took a 40 min audio from our room of the sea lapping outside with intermittent bird song to remind me of our special place and I stare longingly at lovely Rachel’s fridge magnets. In short it’s a wonderfully intimate hotel where we came away feeling totally refreshed, spoilt and recharged. It was the perfect antidote to the wettest winter on record in Cornwall and a tough year Please thank every single member of the fantastic team for making our stay one to treasure. If you are a solo traveller BW also comes highly recommended. I have only one recommendation to add and that’s for a bring your dog to work day at BW. I think it would be equally popular with the team and guests alike and please remind Dotsy I will be back to check on her swimming progress next April! Best wishes to you all until next year. Charlotte and Charles

We came to Blue Waters for our honeymoon after a great stay in 2023 and were not disappointed - we had an amazing 2 weeks! The resort itself is beautiful - lush green gardens, beautiful cove beaches and great pools. From the moment we arrived we felt at home and were extremely grateful to the team for honouring our room request at such a busy time. We stayed in a beachfront room with a beautiful view over the bay. The room was kept in perfect condition every day by the housekeeping team and we enjoyed a nightly drink on the balcony from the minibar that is topped up daily. There are 3 restaurants to choose from and the standard of the food is excellent. We didn’t have a bad meal and the menu rotation means we didn’t get bored even after 2 weeks. The Cove is a particularly special place and a must visit - just make sure you sort out reservations a few days in advance as it does get booked up! What makes Blue Waters is its staff! They all go out of their way to make your time there special and work extremely hard every day. Special mentions go to Tramaine and Gavi at the pool bar - we loved our afternoons sitting at the bar chatting to them and enjoying the wonderful cocktails, and Keva, Anne-Marie and Sparkel always welcomed us to breakfast at the Palm with a smile! Thank you for a beautiful honeymoon - we hope to be back again soon!

Blue Waters Antigua is truly one of the Caribbean’s standout luxury resorts and an experience that exceeded expectations from start to finish. From the moment of arrival, it was evident that this is a property driven by exceptional leadership. Kevin and his team deserve tremendous credit for the culture of hospitality they have created. His leadership is clearly reflected in every department and every interaction, from the warm welcome at reception, to the attentiveness of the restaurant staff, housekeeping team, bartenders and beach attendants. Genuine hospitality is difficult to teach, but at Blue Waters it feels effortless and authentic. The property itself is absolutely stunning. The ocean views from my room were breathtaking, waking up each morning to the calm turquoise waters and the sound of the sea was incredibly relaxing. The grounds are immaculately maintained and the resort perfectly balances luxury with a laid-back Caribbean charm. The beaches are among the best I have experienced in the region, with multiple quiet coves that never felt overcrowded. Combined with the many beautiful swimming pools spread across the property, there was always another peaceful corner to discover and enjoy. Dining was another highlight throughout the stay. The restaurants consistently delivered excellent food, atmosphere and service. One unexpected standout was the calamari from the room service menu, easily some of the best I’ve had anywhere in the Caribbean. Absolutely outstanding. What truly sets Blue Waters apart however is the creativity behind the cocktail programme. Every drink felt thoughtfully crafted, beautifully presented and full of flavour. It is clear that significant care and innovation go into the beverage experience and it elevated the entire stay. Blue Waters Antigua delivers the type of luxury Caribbean escape that reminds you why the region remains unmatched for hospitality and natural beauty. This is a resort that understands the details, values service excellence and creates memorable experiences at every turn. Quite simply, Blue Waters Antigua is not to be missed.

What a Wonderful Resort, So chilled & relaxing, we had 6 perfect nights, stunning beach, Restaurants & food very high standard, Staff excellent so friendly, We have booked to go back next year can’t wait