The Escape at Nonsuch Bay

Our stay at The Escape at Nonsuch Bay was nothing short of extraordinary—a true Caribbean escape in every sense of the word. From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the sheer beauty of the setting. Nestled on a secluded bay on Antigua’s coastline, the resort feels blissfully removed from the world, surrounded by lush greenery. It’s the kind of place where time slows down, and relaxation becomes effortless. The accommodation was stunning—spacious, stylish, and thoughtfully designed to blend luxury with a laid-back island feel. Waking up to beautiful bay views each morning was a highlight in itself, and the private plunge pool added an extra touch of indulgence that made our stay feel truly special. What really sets this place apart, though, is the atmosphere. As an adults-only resort, it offers a sense of calm and tranquility that’s hard to find elsewhere. Whether we were lounging by the pool, strolling or enjoying a cocktail as the sun set over the bay, everything felt peaceful and unhurried. The food and service were equally impressive. Every meal was fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented, with a great variety that kept things exciting throughout our stay. The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming—always going the extra mile to make sure we were comfortable without ever being intrusive. In short, this was one of the most relaxing and memorable holidays we’ve had for a long time. The Escape at Nonsuch Bay delivers exactly what you hope for in a Caribbean getaway: stunning scenery, exceptional comfort, and a peaceful atmosphere that leaves you completely recharged. Please dont be put off by the beach as there are so many others to visit 😃 We were able to talk to lots of people of all nationalities as it is such a small hotel it is hard not to...special shout out to Meg and Alex and there nightly crossword get together ...getting married in August so all the very best to you and may you have a long and happy life together ❤️ Read less

The Escape is definitely good value for money. It is however important to know the hotel is in a beautiful bay, and perfect for those seeking a peaceful holiday. It is in a very remote part of the island and car hire is a must for those who like to explore the island and visit the beautiful beaches. The rooms are lovely especially the balconies, the staff are all polite and friendly. The food has been very good. I stayed here two years ago and my only gripes now are the rooms are only cleaned every other day which I think is a poor service. Water is never replenished in the room which again I have never experienced in any hotel I have stayed at. Also we had to book ourselves in on line when we arrived which after travelling for a day to get here seemed unhelpful. This time round we were not shown to our room and we had to take our cases ourselves to our room. There is no one on reception in the evening and I wonder what would happen in an emergency. I feel there have been a few cutbacks which hasn’t spoiled our stay, but maybe a few tweaks would lead to better reviews. The hotel is very small but you do get to know other guests which has been nice. As I said I think you get what you pay for, but overall very good value for money. Read less

We loved our stay at The Escape, it was very relaxing, quiet and the perfect getaway from a busy life. The Escape is set out of the way, it is not near main tourist attractions or shops, but this does not dilute the experience you have. Staff went above and beyond throughout our stay to make sure we enjoyed ourself, particularly Kierah, Enrique, Hannah and Maxine. We holidayed for our first wedding anniversary and a lovely "Happy Anniversary" was laid out on our bed for our arrival which made it special. We saw other guests also enjoy celebrations where their dinner table was decorated too. We opted for the bay view room, it was worth the extra money for the view, an additional bonus is it was more private too. The rooms are spacious, and fit for purpose. There are amenities, a small fridge, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and toiletries. The outside space was brilliant and got great afternoon sun. The pool was lovely, the rooms were quiet too. The beds were soft and apart from some noisy birds, we slept excellently! The rooms were clean and neat, housekeeping could be easily contacted if needed outside of allotted cleaning days. The outside space could be dusty, but this is to be expected on a bay. Again, staff were more than happy to come and clean the area/the pool when needed. The inclusive drinks were very good (and strong!), there were optional extras such as bubbly, which we didn't ask for. There were more than enough drinks inclusive and the cocktails were great with different specials each day. There is breakfast, lunch and dinner, with snacks at mid afternoon. You do have to book a timeslot for lunch and dinner though often you could arrive slightly early/late dependent on how busy they were. The food was lovely, we really enjoyed the Wednesday night BBQ. There is a different menu every day, which is then repeated each week. We felt there was enough variety and it was always full of flavour. I have severe allergies, all of the staff were attentive to my needs and ensured my food was safe to eat and made for me. They were very understanding when I asked further about the food if I was unsure. They often remembered my name and my allergies, without prompt which felt personable. We felt the holiday was more than worth the price we paid. We would absolutely love to return again. The resort is very quiet, it is very much an "escape", the music when played is low and usually quite relaxed. Guests who tried to play their own music loudly were asked to turn it down or off. This was not a common occurrence as everyone seemed to want the same thing out of the holiday when we were there. There are games available to play and there is a little book library to borrow from too. The sunset views are absolutely stunning and it is worth booking for those alone! We did do days out, we visited the highly recommended Shirley Heights and loved it, The Escape arranged a taxi for us along with other guests to share the cost. The BBQ and sunset were brilliant. We did the Stingray Safari excursion, during which we went to Stingray City, Devils Bridge and Betty's Hope were food was provided. Each were great to visit and our guide was very knowledgeable. We also visited Pigs in Paradise, which was a fun day out and something different to do. The Escape booked all of these for us and liaised with the tour companies. The pool in the room was brilliant, and was the perfect touch for wanting time alone. The main pool had plenty of sun beds, including some loungers in the pool to relax in, it helps that it was by the bar and Charles was always quick to top up your drink! There is a beach either a short boat ride, or 10min walk. The walk was steep but worth it. The beach is small, private and quiet, there is a bar to still get drinks and snacks, as part of the inclusive. Read less

Where to begin...what a fantastic resort! We stayed at The Escape at Nonsuch Bay for our honeymoon and it was absolutely incredible. The staff are amazing, the location is fantastic and it's actually is an idyllic paradise. This is an isolated and private resort, you can arrange private picnics and snorkeling through reception, which I highly recommend but there's not shop for a good 30mins at least in a taxi. Taxis are expensive so it probably works out cheaper to rent a car if you wish to do so. But If you are looking for a relaxing and beautiful getaway then this is definitely the place to go. We cannot thank the staff enough for how wonderful they have been to us during our honeymoon. Read less