The Cove Suites at Blue Waters

My family and I just got back from a truly wonderful week at blue waters resort and spa. We typically go to the Caribbean 2 times a year (to escape the cold winter weather at home, in toronto) - usually Barbados, Jamaica or Mexico, and this was our first time to Antigua. We will certainly be back to blue waters. We had the most amazing experience. I note that we don’t typically take the time to write reviews, but this resort was absolutely fantastic- so wanted to share. From the very moment we reached out to the resort in advance of our stay (with a couple of specific requests), we could see the staff at blue waters was attentive to their guests. Our 6 year old son is on the autism spectrum and prefers routine, so travelling (planes/airports, new environments, constant transitions that go along with travel) can sometimes be difficult for him and us, and coupled with our busy careers, we typically look for more tranquil bespoke/boutique hotel where we can all take it easy and relax, unwind and feel taken care of/pampered (and not have to plan or think too much). Blue waters was exactly that. Not only is this a beautiful luxury resort, the service standards are absolutely impeccable. The pride everyone has in ensuring their guests have the most amazing, easy, relaxing, luxury experience is very clear. The staff is charming and genuine. There were so many instances during our stay where we were blown away by the attentiveness and hospitality shown to us by so many members of the team at blue waters. The general manager, Kevin Phillips, greeted us when we arrived and chatted with us and the other guests throughout our stay (effortlessly ensuring everyone was well taken care of). Kina Black (manager at the Palm restaurant) consistently went above and beyond to make us feel like blue waters was “home”. From the moment we met her on our first day, she ensured that we were well taken care of (with genuine kindness and ease) and I could see her show the same care and attentiveness to the other guests. It is also clear that the staff at blue waters genuinely enjoy their jobs and working there…working seamlessly as a team - smiling and laughing with each other and the guests alike. This all adds to the friendly vacation vibe of this luxury resort. The food at every restaurant at this resort was absolutely fantastic. I do not say that lightly (as we are spoiled by our restaurant-scene in toronto) - the food at blue waters was honestly top tier - Fresh, varied and delicious. Hats off to the chefs at the palm - the breakfast was so beautiful and varied every day. The kids menu was also very delicious (quality, whole and fresh ingredients). My son loved the fresh pizza at reef (which we would enjoy at lunch, as we looked onto to the ocean - fantastic easy going atmosphere). We stayed in a cove suite at one of the villas. Our suite was spacious and beautiful (the ocean view was stunning…the sunset was breathtaking). We were on the 2nd floor. Housekeeping was also excellent - the lady who cleaned our rooms was thorough and obviously took pride in presentation and organization. We would walk back into our beautiful room after a day spent at the beach/pool to a fresh and immaculately cleaned, organized room. Wonderful! The gardens are beautiful. “Beautiful” is actually an understatement - they were stunning. Cascading bright bougainvillea everywhere. My wife wanted to take a garden tour (apparently it is “amazing”, said many of the guests we spoke to) to learn more about the plantings from the head gardener directly. She didn’t get to it this time, but she will on her next visit! The beaches are stunning. Easy to swim in….very little current, no rocks, gradual slope into the clear turquoise ocean. My son had a blast swimming in the ocean. Beaches were not too busy - we were able to find chairs every day but 1 (without having to get up super early to reserve a spot). The bands which were playing music during dinner and the evenings were fantastic - Beautiful voices and talented artists. It all added to the sophisticated evening ambiance at the main bar. Every guest we chatted to had equally lovely things to say about the resort, and everyone stressed on the genuinely attentive staff and impeccable service standards. I would also note that we met many guests who were repeat travellers to blue waters, and that speaks volumes. It certainly is a place where my family and I will be returning to…hopefully with a few more folks/family members from toronto to share in the good times with us. Thank you so much Kina, Kevin and the entire team at blue waters for a wonderful, relaxing and memorable stay. We are very much looking forward to our next visit! Read less

We stayed for a week as a couple in February. The hotel is beautifully presented and clean. It is on a very small beach but with beautiful blue seas and wonderfully pretty gardens. There were always plenty of beach/pool towels available and various water coolers dotted about the resort to refill the water bottles we were given on arrival. Our room was a deluxe beachfront room which was quite adequate and well appointed with lots of cupboard space, a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathroom was large with a bath and separate shower. The balcony was lovely with great views across the sea where pelicans flew and dived for fish. Breakfast was one of the best we’ve ever had in the Caribbean. With lots of choice from a buffet or from the à la carte menu. Lunch was either at the Reef or the Palm and was always very nice with a good selection though a bit limited. Evening meal at the Cove we best not talk about three meals which weren’t cooked to our dietary requirements, although the Hotel management really worked to get this fixed for us the chef really didn’t seem to engage. Evening meals at the Palm was much better. Summing up almost perfect I would go again lovely hotel nice rooms beautiful location.. Read less

We came back for a 2nd year in a row, and enjoyed it again. The view from the 2nd floor of the Cove Villas 1,2,3 is just spectacular, and each villa having its own pool is also nice. The food is very good, all 3 restaurants were excellent, with the Cove being the best. The staff all over the resort is just so nice and friendly, they really make you feel welcome. Some staff members in particular we would like to thank are Cameron (food and beverages manager), Annia, Sparkle and Derah at Palm who made our breakfast there every morning so much more enjoyable, Del at water sports who gave a really great sailing lesson to my wife, Carez (the bartender at the Cove) who made delicious cocktails, and a special thanks to the General Manager Kevin who moved us half-way through our stay to the kind of room we wanted. The only reason I am giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that despite our being repeat guests and clearly indicating twice the kind of room we wanted in the Cove Villas (a 2nd floor room) they put us in a Ground floor room, and it was only because Kevin (the General Manager) kindly interceded on our behalf that we were moved after 3 days. Blue Waters is such a wonderful place and we have such high expectations of it, that we would have thought that they would have been able to figure this out from the start. Read less

Bluewaters was one of the best hotels I have ever experienced . Amazing location with very very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were extremely comfortable , clean and with full luxury amenities. The food was of high quality and variety especially the huge breakfast and quality dinner. All in all I would recommend the hotel to anyone looking for paradise and tranquility with first class service. Read less