Galley Bay Resort & Spa

Antigua, Caribbean

Star rating

Deluxe Beachfront Room
Deluxe Beachfront Room
Deluxe Beachfront Room
Gauguin Suite
Gauguin Suite
Gauguin Suite
Gauguin Suite
Superior Deluxe Beachfront Room
Superior Deluxe Room
Ismay's Restaurant
Rum Shack
Teepee Bar
Teepee Bar
Sea Grape Restaurant
Sea Grape Restaurant
Sea Grape Restaurant
Barefoot Grill
Gauguin Restaurant
Coffee shop
Spa
Spa
Gift Shop
Yoga Pavilion
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Deluxe Beachfront Room
Deluxe Beachfront Room
Deluxe Beachfront Room
Gauguin Suite
Gauguin Suite
Gauguin Suite
Gauguin Suite
Superior Deluxe Beachfront Room
Superior Deluxe Room
Ismay's Restaurant
Rum Shack
Teepee Bar
Teepee Bar
Sea Grape Restaurant
Sea Grape Restaurant
Sea Grape Restaurant
Barefoot Grill
Gauguin Restaurant
Coffee shop
Spa
Spa
Gift Shop
Yoga Pavilion
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites
Premium Beachfront Suites

The hotel

Set on one of Antigua's many beautiful beaches, the Galley Bay Resort & Spa offers guests a fabulous combination of superior service, Caribbean cuisine and rustic luxury in a very natural setting. Much of the architecture here is inspired by the French artist Gauguin. The charming individual suites have their own splash pool and are surrounded by lush gardens and views of the lagoon. There are three excellent open-air restaurants, all beachfront, offering intimate, candlelit dining of excellent quality. Ismay's Restaurant offers a higher quality dining experience to be shared for that special occasion, whilst the more laid-back Barefoot Grill is a great place to enjoy a tasty quesadilla made with resort grown produce. At sunset, hors d'oeuvres are served at the bar which overlooks the sea from under its Tahitian-style roof. There are activities such as non-motorised water sports and a recently expanded gym, but reclining with a novel on the beachfront deck from the library is equally as popular.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Wheelchair access
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

On a beautiful beach, adjacent to Hawsbill and Deep Bay. Transfer time from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

98 rooms on 1 or 2 floors. All with balcony/terrace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi, coffee maker, safe, bathrobes and hairdryer. Deluxe Beachfront Rooms are on the upper floors, located right on the beach. Rooms are large and are well appointed with spacious bathrooms which have a walk-in double shower. Rooms sleep maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: all meals, snacks and drinks by the glass (name-brand spirits, sparkling wine by the glass, Caribbean beers, tropical coolers and soft drinks, excludes bottled water). All activities and entertainment above unless otherwise stated. Restaurants open on rotation.

Superior Deluxe Beachfront Rooms are charming rooms on the ground floor, in the centre of the resort, with private patio located directly on the beach. Each with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Gauguin Suites are situated on the edge of the bird sanctuary lagoon, just 50 yards from the beach and consist of two wooden cedar shingle roof rondovals with an enclosed large air conditioned sitting area joining the two. The suites have cool and modern white tile flooring with stone accents, plus their own private plunge pool, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Premium Beachfront Suites are in 2-storey buildings, these have a bedroom and sunken living room with wet bar, huge bathroom with twin sinks, large bath and double walk-in shower, plus ocean views from the balcony or terrace, making these the largest and most luxurious option with iPod docking station, slippers and WiFi access. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults. A full-size rollaway bed is provided for Premium Beachfront Suites to allow for triple occupancy. These rooms have direct beach access on the ground floor only.

  • Book by 30 Sept ‘25 to receive up to 10% off the accommodation cost between 11 Apr ’26 – 20 Dec ‘26.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 
  • Book by 31 May  ‘25 to receive up to 40 USD off the accommodation cost per night between 01 Jul '25 - 31 Oct '25.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

3 restaurants and 1 beach grill: Sea Grape Restaurant (serves award-winning Euro-Caribbean cuisine; breakfast, lunch and dinner), Gauguin Restaurant (offers traditional local cuisine where you can dine in individual cabanas for romantic meals; lunch and dinner), Barefoot Grill (offers a relaxed and laid-back, beachside atmosphere, serving burgers and 'basket style' sandwiches such as the classic Cuban, all made using home-grown fruits, herbs and vegetables from the resort).For special occasions try Ismay's Restaurant* (International island flavours, open evenings only — a US$45 per person supplement applies, payable locally, subject to change). 4 bars: Teepee Bar, Lounge Bar, Gauguin Bar and Rum Shack Bar serving different rums from around the Caribbean and delicious curated rum cocktails. The coffee shop features specialty coffee, tea drinks and homemade pasties. All restaurants are beachfront. Restaurant hours and availability are subject to change. Restaurants open on a rotation basis due to season/occupancy.

Regular entertainment several nights a week. Weekly beach cinema.

Large freeform swimming pool with waterfall feature. 'Spa Indulge'* with open-air treatment cabanas, sun deck and splash pool. Fitness centre. Non-motorised water sports: Hobie cats, kayaks, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Bicycles. Tennis and table tennis. New yoga pavilion. Croquet lawn. Weekly cooking demo. Nature lovers will enjoy the garden tours (Tuesdays) to learn about the fresh grown herbs and spices onsite. On-site Diamonds international shop.

Boutique*. Complimentary WiFi available in public areas. Internet room. Library. Cabana rooms can be booked for use on your day of departure. Rooms offer a great place to store your bags and you have access to shower facilities before the flight home. The cost is $35 for 3 hours.

This hotel has a resort fee of USD $24 including tax per room, per night, (payable locally, subject to change). Please note: a room levy of USD $5 per guest, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.

7 nights between 21 Dec-2 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: this hotel is adults-only - children under 18 years are not permitted at any time.

Dress code: breakfast/lunch: shoes must be worn at all times and bathing suits must be covered and dry. Dinner: men are required to wear collared shirts with long trousers or stylish jeans. T-shirts, shorts, caprise and ripped jeans are not accepted. Women are asked to wear dresses, skirts, long trousers or stylish tailored shorts or jeans. No short shorts, tank tops or beach flip-flops are allowed.

For all guests in June, July and August: dress shorts can be worn (no short shorts or cutoffs). Standard dress code applies for Ismays.

Please note: guests are required to present a valid form of ID (passport, driving license, ID card) along with a valid credit card at check-in. A USD$350 pre-authorisation will be processed on the credit card at check-in to cover for any incidental purchases or similar expenses. Incidental purchases may include tours, excursions, gift shop purchases or dining in the speciality restaurant. We understand that not all guests incur additional charges during their stay, but this process assists the resort with fraud prevention. Upon check-out, the pre-authorisation is released, assuming there are no charges made.

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May 15, 2025 shirley c

This was our 8th at Galley Bay. We first came in 2007 and have chosen to return every now and then as we can be assured of a perfect stay each time. We love the upper floor beach front suites with the vaulted ceiling and spacious balcony providing a perfect view of the beach, trees and the Caribbean Sea. The food was delicious of course and is… Read more
This was our 8th at Galley Bay. We first came in 2007 and have chosen to return every now and then as we can be assured of a perfect stay each time. We love the upper floor beach front suites with the vaulted ceiling and spacious balcony providing a perfect view of the beach, trees and the Caribbean Sea. The food was delicious of course and is always a highlight. There is a wide variety of fresh fish available each day and always cooked to order. The salads are fresh, crispy and flavoursome with a Caribbean touch to them. Rum n’ raisin ice cream is always a favourite with us. The addition of the coffee shop which is open all day is another lovely touch. Coffee piping hot and fresh cookies, pastries, sandwiches and fruit available as if it’s needed having indulged in three full meals a day. We didn’t manage any food from the Barefoot grill but it was certainly popular. The Gauguin is our favourite restaurant where you are seated at your own cabana on the beach. I discovered the morning yoga with Mackenzie on this visit. This is held in the pavilion on the beach. What a wonderful setting for these sessions even during a rain storm. Mackenzie is clearly an experienced yoga instructor and tailored each session to the abilities of the participants. It’s an ‘all levels’ session and as a complete beginner I was able to manage the whole class. As the days progressed newer positions were added. A totally relaxing holiday. We will return! Read less
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May 13, 2025 Anita F Oxfordshire

We've just come back from 10 days of sheer bliss at Galley Bay. Where do you start! The resort itself is absolutely fantastic. We stayed in one of the deluxe beechfront rooms and the accommodation was perfect. You just opened the doors & stepped out onto the beach. You also have your own outside shower which is great. All the staff were very… Read more
We've just come back from 10 days of sheer bliss at Galley Bay. Where do you start! The resort itself is absolutely fantastic. We stayed in one of the deluxe beechfront rooms and the accommodation was perfect. You just opened the doors & stepped out onto the beach. You also have your own outside shower which is great. All the staff were very friendly and professional. The cocktails are superb. The food was outstanding and we were very impressed with the quality in all of the restaurants so much so that we didn't get to book Ismay's because we enjoyed the food so much in the others but we will next time because we are looking at dates for next year so as we can go and enjoy paradise all over again! Visiting Shirley Heights is a must, particularly on a Sunday when all the locals show you how to party!! Read less
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May 11, 2025 Lucy-Hols-Travels London, United Kingdom

The service at this hotel is truly outstanding, and I would guess the reason that so many people return again and again. The beach is really expansive and nowhere ever feels busy because of that, also a fantastic touch having loungers assigned to the villas - makes a massive difference! Breakfast at Gaugin is superb and a stunning setting. It was… Read more
The service at this hotel is truly outstanding, and I would guess the reason that so many people return again and again. The beach is really expansive and nowhere ever feels busy because of that, also a fantastic touch having loungers assigned to the villas - makes a massive difference! Breakfast at Gaugin is superb and a stunning setting. It was our first trip here and was a surprise for my birthday and they really did go above and beyond to help us celebrate. A huge thank you to Nola and to everyone at Ismay in making it really special! Read less
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May 5, 2025 Sunsisters33871 Norwalk, Connecticut

We just returned from a wonderful week vacation at Galley Bay. My husband and I have been to many Caribbean resorts and we both said that Galley Bay was one of the best. We felt very much at home and the entire resort offered up pretty much what we look for on a vacation. Unfortunately, it rained all week so that certainly put a “damper” on our… Read more
We just returned from a wonderful week vacation at Galley Bay. My husband and I have been to many Caribbean resorts and we both said that Galley Bay was one of the best. We felt very much at home and the entire resort offered up pretty much what we look for on a vacation. Unfortunately, it rained all week so that certainly put a “damper” on our trip. The umbrella became our most used accessory. Most of the employees were very nice but some were MUCH better than others. A few who need to be recognized are the following: Samantha - always polite and spot on. She was always friendly and incredibly helpful. Tenicia had a smile that could light up the entire resort. Sonya in the coffee shop took great care of us and made a mean cup of coffee. Veronica in housekeeping was terrific. Great service with a smile - always. Last but not least was Alaska - who I will call the Master of Ceremonies. He always made a point to say hello to us and always with a compliment. We stayed in an Ocean front room on the ground floor. This room was delightful. Two beach chaise lounges with our room number on it was a great perk. The room also had an outdoor patio with two more chaises on it. An outdoor shower was a real treat. The three restaurants were totally different but all good. Some of the best food we have had in the Caribbean. The dress code was greatly appreciated. The Thursday afternoon barbecue was fantastic. Great food selection and steel drum music to add to the ambiance. Now - a few areas that need improvement. Reception was totally disorganized and inefficient. After 8 hours of traveling you really should not be asked about your departure information. Let your guests get a bit settled in before hitting them with that question. They also got our restaurant reservations wrong - put us under another guests name. This is a matter of management needing to train the staff. Not a smooth or a friendly welcome. I actually think the reception area should be on the other side of the bridge - closer to the “action” - a real disconnect here. The Tee-Pee bar is a perfect place to have a casual lunch. The menu is just perfect for a lunch by the beach. The problem here is lack of staff which translates to lack of service. We couldn’t get anyone’s attention. We simply needed some flatware and napkins. Our waiter was the only one working there so he was busy and nowhere to be found. I asked the two women working at the bar if they could get us some napkins- they were not interested in helping. I went behind the bar at got some cocktails on my own. We did give it another try on our last day - only one person working -this place is where people would spend money on lunch - needs staffing. All in all, Galley Bay gave us everything we were looking for in a vacation. We will be back. Martha and Bill Spiegel Read less
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May 4, 2025 Susan I South Molton, United Kingdom

Another wonderful stay here at this fabulous place Thank you everyone for making us feel at home and special for our yearly visit As usual all the staff are friendly and cannot do enough for you Our room this visit was amazing - the bird life during the day Truely amazing the ducks stole our hearts a bonus was a turtle laying her eggs and the… Read more
Another wonderful stay here at this fabulous place Thank you everyone for making us feel at home and special for our yearly visit As usual all the staff are friendly and cannot do enough for you Our room this visit was amazing - the bird life during the day Truely amazing the ducks stole our hearts a bonus was a turtle laying her eggs and the tree frogs of an evening after the rain were Spectacular !!! 🤣🤣 The food as always a delicious feast at breakfast lunch and evening meal Cocktails and drinks a plenty !!! God bless you all and already booked for April 2026 - just one request though not to much liquid sunshine next year !! 🤣🤣🤣xxx Read less