This lovely hotel sits on its own 100-acre peninsula at the southeast point of the island, just a 10-minute drive from Nelson's Dockyard with its historical buildings, museum and bars. There are two beaches, one for non-motorised water sports and the other for enjoying refreshing ocean breezes. The resort boasts five open-aired restaurants and one grill; most fêted of these is Piccolo Mondo, the resort's fine dining Mediterranean style restaurant in the village section, while the attractive waterside Docksider does a great Caribbean buffet each Thursday in alfresco surrounds. For a real treat, Royal Suites feature a king size bed with sunken living room, glass sliding doors to a private balcony and expansive bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and his and hers showers! A boardwalk also takes you from the suites right into the heart of Mamora Bay, perfect for strolling along in the moonlight! If plenty of home-from-home comforts appeal, choose a villa instead of a hotel room at St James's Club. Cheerful and bright, they feature warm Caribbean tones and terracotta tiles throughout. They're also very generous on space so are ideal for families and groups of friends.
Amenities
Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkelling
Tennis
Families
Honeymoon
Wedding
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Where is it
On the south east side of the island, with two beaches. 10-minute drive to Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Transfer time from airport: approximately 35 minutes.
Hotel information
248 rooms on ground, first and second floors with no lifts. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, mini fridge, bathroom amenities, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer.
Standard Club Rooms are located on the ground floor with balcony or terrace, full garden view and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
All Inclusive of: all meals, including afternoon tea and drinks (including sparkling wine and some premium brands) by the glass. All activities above unless otherwise stated. Bottled water not included.
Premium Rooms feature garden or partial ocean views and are situated on the ground, 1st and 2nd floors, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.
Beachfront Rooms offer views of Coco Beach, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Junior Suites feature a separate living space, larger balcony featuring garden or sea views, and 1 king-size bed (rollaway bed on request), sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.
Royal Suites (adults-only) are situated in a private area of the resort with dedicated check-in. The suites have a separate seating area, private wet bar, and a deep soaking tub, with 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults.
2-Bedroom Villas have a spacious living area and 2 bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms. An excellent choice for families as they offer a kitchen and large inside or outside living and dining areas with balcony or terrace, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 3 children with 1 king-size bed in master bedroom, twin beds in 2nd bedroom and using existing double sofa bed.
Please note: Standard Club, Premium Rooms and Junior Suites have no space for a rollaway bed*.
Please note: no children permitted in the Royal Suites.
Book by 30 Sept ‘25 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 16 Aug '24 - 02 Jan '27. Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.
Complimentary shuttle to transport guests around the property. Complimentary self-parking.
Rainbow Garden (International and Caribbean cuisine, open for buffet breakfast and lunch, as well as a la carte dinner). Piccolo Mondo (fine dining Italian cuisine, surcharge applies). Coco Beach Restaurant & Bar (casual al fresco dining, open for breakfast and dinner on selected days). The Docksider Restaurant and Bar (waterfront dining, serving food and drinks from 11:00am-11:00pm, with live music on selected evenings). Eleven/11 (casual dining with ocean views). Mamora Bay Grill (beachside grill serving light lunches and refreshments). The Reef Deck Bar (poolside bar open throughout the day). Coco Beach Bar. Royal Pool Bar (exclusive to Royal suites guests). Jacaranda Lounge (featuring nightly entertainment, transforming into a nightclub on selected evenings). Mamora Bay Café, (24-hour coffee house). Drinks buggy serving the beach. Please note: restaurants open on a rotation basis due to season/occupancy.
Daytime activity schedule for all ages. Regular evening entertainment. Weekly manager's cocktail party and themed evenings.
6 swimming pools including a designated kids pool and 3 adults-only pools. Tranquility Spa (massage and beauty salon)*. Gym with extensive list of exercise classes including yoga and Pilates. 4 tennis courts (floodlit for night play), tennis coaching*. Beach volleyball. Table tennis. Complimentary non-motorised water sports including Hobie sailing, snorkelling, kayaks and pedal boats. Deep sea fishing is also available*. Cooking lessons weekly. Kids' Club with indoor and outdoor activities. 3 Pickleball Courts (daylight use only). Extensive reading library. Nature walks.
Room service* (available 5:00 pm through 10:00 pm. Subject to Covid protocols). Boutique and gift shop. Complimentary WiFi available in public areas. Laundry service*. Concierge.
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 applies to guests aged 6 years and above (payable locally, subject to change).
7 nights between 21 Dec-2 Jan and 1 Feb- 28 Feb.
2-Bedroom Villas 10 nights between 21 Dec-2 Jan.
* Denotes local charge.
Dress code: in the restaurants, shoes should be worn and bathing suits covered. After 6:30 pm, men need to wear slacks and collared shirts with short or long sleeves (no t-shirts or tank tops). Women need to wear dresses, skirts, slacks, culottes or tailored Bermuda-length shorts (no "short shorts" or cutoffs). No flip flops.
Please note: additional rollaway beds are charged at $20 per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).
Please note: child ages are from 2 up to and including 11 years.
Please note: 2 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.
Please note: activity schedules are subject to change without notice.
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First Trek to Antigua
Aug 6, 2025Rwalles1Oyster Bay, New York
Overall it was a pretty good experience. The rooms were very clean and housekeeping was great. The restaurants were ok but appeared to be lacking staff at times and the hours could have been better. Resort staff was excellent with only a few exceptions. There was some disappointment with the beach situation. We were told that both resort beaches…
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Overall it was a pretty good experience. The rooms were very clean and housekeeping was great. The restaurants were ok but appeared to be lacking staff at times and the hours could have been better. Resort staff was excellent with only a few exceptions. There was some disappointment with the beach situation. We were told that both resort beaches were open which turned out to be totally false. The ocean side was unusable due to the seaweed situation that is effecting many places in the Caribbean, but the bay side was perfect. The smell from the seaweed was quite potent at times, but it was tolerable. The grounds are kept nice and there is renovating of rooms going on, but with no interference to the guests. The manager was wonderful and was always around doing something and pitching in to help the staff. If these few shortcomings are corrected it would be an ideal place to go. With the current issues I would give it an 8 out of 10.
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We had a great stayed at the hotel with comfortable rooms and Excellent service.
Aug 4, 2025Lashasta M
"My husband and I had an absolute dream stay at st James club & villas the moment we arrived, the staff were warm and welcoming, making us feel right at home. Our room was beautifully decorated and had a stunning view. The amenities were top-notch, and we especially loved the [pool/restaurant/fitness center]. The highlight of our stay was the…
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"My husband and I had an absolute dream stay at st James club & villas the moment we arrived, the staff were warm and welcoming, making us feel right at home. Our room was beautifully decorated and had a stunning view. The amenities were top-notch, and we especially loved the [pool/restaurant/fitness center]. The highlight of our stay was the exceptional service from Omar green he went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. We felt pampered and relaxed throughout our stay.
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A wonderful vacation
Aug 4, 2025Cyrena W
Our stay was absolutely amazing! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. The Calypso Cat cruise was unforgettable, and the Pink Panther was so much fun definitely a must-do! Our villa was beautiful, spacious, and had breathtaking views both from the villa and the beach (even with a little seaweed, the scenery was still…
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Our stay was absolutely amazing! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. The Calypso Cat cruise was unforgettable, and the Pink Panther was so much fun definitely a must-do! Our villa was beautiful, spacious, and had breathtaking views both from the villa and the beach (even with a little seaweed, the scenery was still picture-perfect). The food and drinks were outstanding at every restaurant, and the service from the housekeepers and waiters was beyond exceptional so warm, friendly, and attentive. We loved spending mornings at the coffee place, relaxing in the lounge area, and unwinding by the pool. Every detail made this trip special, and we can’t wait to come back!
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I enjoyed St. James club
Aug 4, 2025Mikailk V
I recently stayed at St. James’s Club & Villas in Antigua, and honestly, it was such a peaceful and beautiful escape. The resort is tucked away on a private peninsula with two gorgeous beaches one calm and perfect for paddleboarding, and the other a bit breezier for relaxing with a view. The staff were super friendly and helpful, always ready with…
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I recently stayed at St. James’s Club & Villas in Antigua, and honestly, it was such a peaceful and beautiful escape. The resort is tucked away on a private peninsula with two gorgeous beaches one calm and perfect for paddleboarding, and the other a bit breezier for relaxing with a view. The staff were super friendly and helpful, always ready with a smile or a golf cart ride if needed. There are several pools, and I loved that there were options for both quiet relaxation and family fun. My villa was spacious, clean, and had the most incredible view of the bay. It’s definitely a great spot if you’re looking for a laid-back, all-inclusive Caribbean getaway.
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Extremely Disappointed – A Cautionary Tale for Loyal Elite Islands Guests
Aug 3, 2025Jason R
We recently returned from what was supposed to be a relaxing, rejuvenating trip to St. James’s Club in Antigua—a resort we had trusted through Elite Island Resorts. Sadly, the experience was anything but, and we feel compelled to share our frustration and disappointment to warn other travelers, especially returning guests.
As long-time repeat…
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We recently returned from what was supposed to be a relaxing, rejuvenating trip to St. James’s Club in Antigua—a resort we had trusted through Elite Island Resorts. Sadly, the experience was anything but, and we feel compelled to share our frustration and disappointment to warn other travelers, especially returning guests.
As long-time repeat customers of Elite Island Resorts, we expected the same level of quality and transparency we’ve previously enjoyed. Instead, we were met with a series of disappointing issues and a startling lack of care from the resort and its parent company.
The most frustrating and disheartening part of our stay was the beach situation. Upon arrival, we were informed that the beaches had been completely overtaken by sargassum seaweed—so much so that they were closed. This was never disclosed prior to our arrival, despite this being a long-standing issue. All guests in beachfront rooms (including us) were relocated to the opposite side of the resort, roughly half a mile away from the main amenities. Our "ocean view" room turned out to overlook a service area and razor wire fencing.
The issues didn’t stop there:
Food: The buffet and restaurant menus were repetitive and underwhelming. Even after paying an additional $40 per person to dine at the "upscale" restaurant, the food was still low quality—though the service there was slightly better.
Drinks: Cocktails were roughly 4 oz., and it was nearly impossible to get a refill without waiting an hour or more.
Customer Service: Staff seemed disinterested and disengaged—likely a reflection of low morale. Asking for help or service often felt like an inconvenience.
Nickel-and-Diming: Hidden fees, extra charges for basic amenities, and no meaningful compensation or apology for the disrupted experience.
Management: Their response was dismissive. They refunded only a portion of the hidden fees and the added restaurant charge. They offered an “upgrade” for a future stay—which, frankly, we’ll never take. We won’t be returning.
What’s even more telling is that as we were leaving, three other families were checking out early, expressing nearly identical frustrations. The management team appeared well-practiced in dealing with these types of complaints, which raises serious concerns about how often this happens.
Ultimately, we cut our losses and moved to a different all-inclusive family resort on the island. While it cost us more to make that switch, it was the best decision we made that week.
Elite Island Resorts has lost our trust, which is especially sad given how much we had enjoyed our previous trips. St. James’s Club could have potential, but it feels stuck in the 1980s—run-down, poorly managed, and operated with little regard for guest experience or transparency.
Travelers beware: This is not the resort—or the company—you may remember.
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