Galley Bay Resort & Spa

It is a beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. We stayed in a Gaugin Suite. The staff at the hotel are always on hand to help and in the main give service with a smile. The restaurant caters well for our needs and we love the à la carte menus which can be adapted as necessary. There was a large pool area with very comfortable beds. There is none of this 6 o’clock in the morning racing out to put towels down which is absolutely wonderful and whatever time of day youarrive there are always vacant chairs. The whole field to the place is one of relaxation but there have been one or two occasions where people who want to sit at the bar all day long have become a bit rowdy in the afternoon. Overall, you can see the quality around the hotel in terms of everything that’s offered, like premium drinks, good quality food and nice little touches in rooms. As far as our suite is concerned. We are a little disappointed that the plunge pool is so small and the main lounge area is not Aircon, although there are a couple of fans. There’s a massive TV in the bedroom but I think we would’ve preferred it in the lounge, although I think we spent more time in pool area than we did in our suite, which maybe didn’t meet all of our requirements..

Recently returned from a 10 night stay. Check-in/out takes place at a pavilion near the entrance and then you are taken by buggy to your room. The resort directory is available by scanning a QR code on your room key plus there is an orientation meeting at 10am the following day for new arrivals which had lots of useful tips and info. A taxi costs $30 USD for 2 from the airport, just go across to the taxi desk when you exit the arrivals hall and the hotel will arrange one for your return journey but we prebooked one with Natasha’s taxis to avoid any waiting and were very pleased with the service. Room: we stayed in a ground floor premium beach front suite midway between the main building and Ismays restaurant. This was very spacious with a comfy bed and pillows and excellent a/c! There were 2 USB ports, one in the wall near the bed and another in the alarm clock. The hairdryer was OK for my thick hair and supplied toiletries (body/hand wash, shampoo and conditioner) were a decent quality but I always use my own conditioner anyway. The bath towels are large but very thin probably due the fact if they were any thicker they would not fold and fit on the tiny bath towel rail! Three was plenty of storage (loads of hangers!) in the walk in wardrobe and drawers in the bedroom plus plenty of storage in the bathroom too. We really enjoyed being right on the beach right off our patio with our own sunloungers a few feet away. We did notice that some of the loungers and sunshades (fixed) were quite close to each other but it was never a problem as despite a high occupancy level (90%) we rarely saw any of our neighbours on their loungers so it was a lovely relaxing atmosphere with bar staff coming by every so often to take drink orders. The sea was calm and we had excellent weather during our stay, just a couple of short showers. We had a mini bar stocked with soft drinks, beer white and red wine and water which was refilled daily and there were a couple of water bottles for guests to use and refill around the resort – nice touch! The cheerful housekeepers kept the room very clean, usually while we were at breakfast (use the button by the side of the bed to let them know!) or just after and there is a turndown service but timing wasn't great for us we were usually getting ready for dinner. Food: We thought the food was of a very high and consistent quality, very tasty and nicely presented. We had breakfast in Sea Grape and the cooked to order food arrived promptly with excellent eggs benedict among others! There was the usual self-selection items; pastries, cereals, fruit, juices etc again all of a good quality. The a la carte Lunch menu in the Sea Grape barely changed during our stay but it was nice to have the choice of eating at the beach grill (open noon – 5pm) or grabbing something light at the Coffee shop (open 7am to 10pm). The latter offered drinks, ice-creams, pastries, fruit and cookies all day and a selection of tasty sandwiches, wraps, cakes and deserts from noon. Dinner menus changed daily at Sea Grape with a daily soup, a couple of appetisers and salads followed by a “steak”, fish, “chef special” or daily pasta main with the addition of a few vegetarian options. We ate dinner at Gaugin once and although the setting was very nice we found the food and service not as good so didn’t bother going back. You need to book for dinner at Gaugin and as it’s not open every evening you are booking at least a day in advance of not knowing the daily menus (which are displayed every morning for that day at guest services). We had an anniversary meal at Ismays which was very good in terms of both service and food and worth the supplement. I’ve attached some menus for anyone that’s interested. We also received a bottle of sparkling wine and chocolate covered strawberries on our anniversary from the hotel, a very nice touch! The included wines (type varied but always 3 whites, 3 reds, a rose and sparkling available) were very drinkable and glasses constantly topped up during meals. A good selection of cocktails was also available but they did vary depending on who was making them! Activities: This is quite a relaxing hotel aimed at couples, mix of all ages during our stay but there is plenty to do if you so wish, bikes available to cycle around the lovely and well kept grounds, croquet, tennis, games, yoga every morning and live music/singers every evening from 8.30pm. There is a spa but can’t comment as didn’t visit and the hotel offers a wide selection of excursions. The main pool is a very quiet area so don't expect organised pool games! We hired a taxi/guide for the day from the hotel and had very nice day out touring the whole of the island. A nice lunch was included but was surprised we had to pay entrance fees ourselves to a few of the places we visited as we were not told in advance though thankfully we had cash with us. Captain Shaun offers boat trips directly from the beach and non-motorised equipment can be hired from the watersports centre. Snorkels/masks are available in your room to use however given how close the jet skis from nearby resorts came to the beach and the near misses we saw with guests on the SUPs and kayaks we decided not to risk it :( Service: Overall the vast majority of the staff were friendly, hardworking, efficient and happy to help however there were a couple who were clearly not happy in their role and perhaps should address whether a customer facing position in hospitality is for them. We also had issues with beach towels being taken away at turndown and not being replaced either at the same time or during morning housekeeping so we would either have to chase them up or try and hide them from previous day to use the next! The mini bar wine was never replaced despite asking in person at reception or phoning guest services. Our worst service issue was the time it took to get food served in the second half of our stay - we had several long waits, E.G. a 70 minute wait for a burger from the grill and then the order was still wrong, 45 minutes wait for lunch in an empty Sea Grape restaurant and a couple of times desert/coffee just never arrived! Mr W had a long chat with the F&B manager to understand what the issues were and our final day we did see some improvements so hopefully they’ll have all the issues in the ordering system fixed now! In summary we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend and as we brought the shortfalls above to the attention of management there will be no excuse now for a less than perfect stay for all future guests!

Another lovely 12 night stay at GB, still maintaining high standards. On this occasion we took up the option of renewing our marriage vows, and it was arranged just perfectly by Colina. GB have a renewals package, which we thought was exceptional value and made our stay just that little more memorable. My only reservation about going back is the future pricing, which is pushing us towards other alternatives maybe we will go again but for a shorter duration.

Another lovely week spent at Galley Bay & everything was pretty much as we remembered from our first visit 3 years ago. We had requested a room in the same location as last time which, although not guaranteed, upon check-in we were pleased to find was allocated to us. We particularly like the upstairs premium beachfront (room 50) as they have a vaulted ceiling & a large verandah which gets a great breeze. We were close to the Seagrape restaurant so central location in the resort. We also liked the improved cushions for the allocated beach sunbeds. As returners this time we enjoyed a dinner at Ismays which was very enjoyable but overall we preferred the Seagrape for breakfast & dinner & even the odd lunch - the bbq lunch was excellent. Generally we preferred the atmosphere there & the charm of waitresses like Samantha who serves with a song! We didn't think the service or food was as good down at the Gauguin. We have to agree with a few comments about the Teepee bar - there definitely seemed to be a bit of stress going on amongst the staff there & no more than minimal interaction with guests. One day we had a bad experience at lunchtime when ordering from the Barefoot Grill menu at the Teepee. Our sandwich just never arrived after waiting an hour & something was certainly array. As it was early pm by then, luckily the coffee shop has a selection of sandwiches & sweet treats - & very efficient aircon! (We did report this experience to Guest Services at the time, so not just mentioning this on here). Sometimes the little niggles stem from other guests who seem unable to adhere to polite notices, ie no drinks to be taken in the pool! We not only saw this on numerous occasions but one man rinsed his glass out in the pool as he walked up the steps! There doesn't seem to be anybody monitoring such behaviour. Overall the staff work incredibly hard to make your holiday as enjoyable as possible & were a pleasure to speak with. Make sure you do the Garden Tour on a Tues morning where you will also see the hard work that goes into growing their own delicious produce. May's a great time to visit as the humidity isn't too high & there was a nice (sometimes strong!) breeze. We noted a recommendation on TA re airport transfers so also booked ourselves through Natasha's Taxis for the four of us. It was nice to be greeted & walk straight out to the vehicle on arrival after the long flight rather than wait in line for the taxi rank. USD60 for 4 pax/40 for 2. In summary you will almost certainly have a lovely holiday at Galley Bay but it's doubtful we'll make the journey to return again.

We returned home yesterday from a week long vacation at Galley Bay. We loved it! We stayed in the Gauguin Suites and enjoyed having our own pool and the nature (birds, mongoose, geckos). The restaurant’s, pool, and landscaping was lovely. We have stayed in numerous all-inclusive resorts and never have we ever met such a welcoming group of people. There were only a few changes I would have liked #1. The people who book beach front rooms are assigned seats at the beach, however Gauguin guests have to get one each time thru the sports centre. This made it inconvenient, as there are only a few and the umbrellas are not a permanent fixture and struggle to stay fixed on windy days. #2. We visited the coffee shop often, they have lovely pastries, sandwiches and drinks. They are soo popular that there was sometimes a lineup. It would probably benefit to get a second staff and fridges where customers could help themselves. #3. The bedroom doorway in our cottage was low for my 6’1 husband and he had to be careful every time he used it (he hit his head the first time.) The farm was a great addition to the resort and the walk and self tour was a great learning experience. I would definitely recommend this resort to people who want a quiet, clean, and welcoming vacation.

The location is sensational, right in the heart of everything yet peaceful. What truly stood out was the atmosphere: every single staff member was so genuinely kind and welcoming. My room was wonderful and spacious (the bathroom was a dream—huge!), and the whole place was spotless. Visiting out of season meant it was very quiet, which I loved as a solo traveler. Value is absolutely okay for what you get. Service was exceptional—attentive without being intrusive—and the amenities surprised me in the best way. Highly recommended for anyone traveling alone!

A Caribbean all inclusive on a gorgeous beach is hard to beat, and it would be very hard to beat Galley Bay Resort and Spa. Attractive and comfortable rooms fully decked out. Each room is on the beach and your umbrella and chairs, directly in front of each room, are numbered and reserved for your own use…great idea! It was so relaxing….we did not do more that eat, drink and lounge around but they did offer boat rides, sailing, croquet, volley ball, table tennis etc. Each room had snorkels and masks for their guests use. Food at all restaurants was delicious, there’s a coffee shop as well with great coffee and pastries and fruit and ice cream! They do their own farm to table fruit and veg as well. Above all, what stands out in our experience, was the service..so friendly and kind and nothing was a problem! A+++ 🤗 Internet was a little iffy from time to time…just an observation! We’ll be back!👍

It was all we dreamed it would be! The management, staff, location and facilities were all fantastic. Special thanks to the following who went "above and beyond": 1. Mr. Vincent who arranged all of the necessary details to make sure our special anniversary dinner on the beach still took place on the correct night even though the normal venues were already booked. 2. Adalia who made our dinner on the beach feel extra special and showed true care for us 3. Ms. Susan (Food & Beverage Coordinator) who was so patient with all of our questions and concerns before we even arrived and then was so accommodating to our special requests that she made sure were waiting for us upon our arrival. It was all delicious! 4. The waitress Samantha who was so understanding, accommodating and truly concerned about my wife’s vegetarian diet restrictions. She is a true treasure!

This is a truly excellent resort. I stayed in a Superior Deluxe Beachfront room which looked and felt new, was very well equipped, very clean and with perhaps the best view I've ever had from a room - walking straight out onto the beach never got old. The rest of the resort was also lovely - an incredible beach, a really nice pool, and beautiful grounds. We visited the spa twice and the treatments were very high quality. We were there for 10 nights and the dinner menu in the main restaurant (Sea Grape) was a little repetitive so it was great to have two other restaurant options. Also shout out to Captain Sean who operates a really great boat trip from the hotel. The only downside is that while many of the staff were brilliant, there were 2 or 3 who were not and were consistently rude / stand offish. But all in all, we had an amazing stay and would recommend this hotel.

For those still deciding, here’s the basics you need to know for a great stay in Antigua. First if all there is no need to book transport ahead, it’s a few steps to exit the airport and taxis are always available immediately outside, we take USD (rather than GBP) cost approx $30 On arrival at Galley Bay, you receive a drink and towel and warm welcome, and if your lucky Andrew will be on duty that day and will show you to your room and a overview of the resort. First timers it’s well worth attending the orienteering the next day. Premium beach front and superior rooms are ones we have stayed in and directly on the beach. We prefer premium beach front suites. You have a dedicated sun shield and beds identified with your room number. There is a drinks service on the beach and beach bar not too far away. There are various restaurants, all fantastic!! 1. Sea grape is the main restaurant and food is Cooked to order and excellent. 2. Gauguin, individual tables in separate cabanas 3. Ismays which is a bit special with awesome service and creative dishes.Extra $50 pp 4. Beach food if you prefer not to change for dinner Premium drinks available all day Lobster is extra and worth every penny Entertainment is great on Saturday and Monday evenings, the rest of the week it’s very low key and may benefit from a little more variety but it’s easy listening. Days out: must do’s 1. Shirley Heights on Sunday evening 2. Nelson’s Dockyard 3. Boat trip around the island 5. If you like church, the Salvation Army in St John’s at 10.30 Sundays No need to take beach towels as they are provided as is a hairdryer which didn’t work too good, but the good thing about Galley Bay is it’s fixed with a new one on the same day. Advise tipping at the end of the holiday Best thing about Galley bay is the fantastic beachfront location and the people especially when they interact with guest in the evening. Only one niggle: in the evening Galley Bay goes up a level In dress code it’s so nice to go somewhere where guests make an effort. so ladies be prepared with your best and men, trousers with shirt or polo - tops must have a collar. Although it says that during the day beach wear should be dry and covered, the reality is that people put on shorts etc with oil on their legs m/backs etc, the pads on the chairs are the same day/night. We did hear a few moans about this but didn’t take too much notice until I sat down one night on a wet sandy seat in a silk dress. Yes it would be an investment but it would not take much to have a difference set of seat pads for the evening You will never be disappointed by a stay ant GB indeed it’s guaranteed you will want to come back, probably several times. Overall another outstanding stay at Galley Bay and we will be back !!

My husband and I have just returned from a stay at Galley Bay and we were extremely impressed from the moment we arrived. Upon arrival you are welcomed by lovely staff and a rum punch to enjoy while you check in, you are then treated to a golf cart ride across to the main resort where you are greeted by the most stunning view of the beach, which has soft sand and the bluest sea. We had a Premium Beachfront Suite which led straight out onto the beach, where we had our own sun loungers and umbrella, along with sun loungers on the veranda. The room was lovely with a comfy bed, lots of space, an amazing bathroom and it was kept exceptionally clean while we were there – Dailey was a fantastic housekeeper and I looked forward to her visits, she always came with a smile on her face and we had lots of laughs together! The food and cocktails were exceptional every mealtime; there was lots of choices to cater for everyone and the variety in restaurants allows you to pick and choose. We had some of the best food we have ever eaten in the Seagrape restaurant, which is the main restaurant which doesn’t require prior booking – so I wouldn’t say you need to prebook Gaugin or Ismay’s to guarantee amazing food. The staff in all bars, restaurants, coffee shop and gift shop are fantastic. Really helpful, make you feel very welcome and enjoy a chat. The groundkeepers, maintenance staff and water sport staff are all very friendly and work extremely hard to ensure the resort is kept beautifully clean, well maintained and that customers are having a great experience. Dasani, Alex, Sandy, Karel, Mayna, Unique, Claudia, Stuart Browne and Elizabeth went the extra mile to make sure we had everything we needed, were helpful in their advice on where to visit and who just generally brightened our days with their conversations. Someone that does also require a special mention, is Captain Sean. He operates out of Galley Bay and offers boat tours up and down the coast - you will find him either walking up and down the beach offering these tours or sat by guest services. We decided to go on one and it was brilliant!! He shows you beaches that you can’t get to by road (as there are no roads built to them) and provides you lots of information about the island and what you are seeing. After stopping to snorkel, he provided us with a lovely cooked lunch to eat as we were sailing back to the resort. I would highly recommend one of his boat tours - it was quite reassuring to see that he is well known across the resort and picks you up straight from the beach. Another journey we did was into St Johns, guest services arranged for one of their partnered taxis to take us into the main town and the taxi driver told us where to meet him and at what time so that he could take us back to the resort. While this did cost $60USD for a 20-minute round trip it was a great way to get into St John’s and to have comfort knowing you had a taxi back and knew who to look out for. Personally though, I think the gift shop at the resort has really nice stuff, better than you find in St John’s or the airport! We can’t wait to return to Galley Bay very soon and we couldn’t recommend this resort highly enough.

This was our third visit to Galley Bay. we love having our room open immediately on to the beach; so convenient if you forget something! Be alerted to the fact that this is an adults-only resort; I expect one major reason for this is that the water rolls in pretty furiously at times. Even strong adult swimmers are challenged! Note that it's good fun to watch the massive cruise ships sailing into and out of St. John's; we prefer our room on solid ground! The rooms are spacious with a step down between the bedroom area and the sitting area; there's a corner where you can make your own coffee and tea; a small refrigerator holds wine and water/soft drinks and beer (the latter are restocked daily). The closet space is a bit small but there are lots of hangars which is a plus; the safe is in the closet and there is also a cupboard in which you can store things. The bathroom is large, nice big tub and two sinks with adequate counter space, good mirrors and decent lighting. My one complaint about the bathrooms is that only one towel bar was installed for 2 large bath towels, 2 hand towels and 2 wash cloths! Maybe the extra $24 a day we are charged on top of a considerable daily fee for room/board could be multiplied by the number of nights we stayed (for us, that would be 10 X $24=$240) and a couple extra towel bars could be added! The major restaurant is The Seagrape. Breakfast is buffet (great croissants!) with a fruit bar, small hot selection, various baked items and cereal/juice are also on the buffet. Of course, cooked breakfasts are available and my husband very much enjoyed those. Service is friendly and pretty quick (better than the 1st 2 times we were here). Once a week The Seagrape has a barbecue; the restaurant is open to the outside, so service is within the restaurant, buffet style. At one end of the beach is a smaller restaurant called Gauguin. You may make reservations, early morning is best, on the day you wish to have dinner at this venue. Seating is within open air "grass huts". The food is on a par with The Seagrape and makes for a nice change. At the other end of the beach is what is considered the high end restaurant for Galley Bay; if you are a 2nd time or more visitor to the resort, there's no cover charge. It is $50 per person if you are staying at the resort for the first time. If you're a returning guest, there's a cocktail party and dinner in this restaurant you are invited to but be aware if you want to go to The Ismay again, then you'll pay $50 per person cover charge. The cocktail party we attended was pleasant BUT because we all were seated at the same time, service took a long time; my swordfish was dried out and the topping overdone. We decided to dine once more at The Ismay and went the last night of our stay; service was fair, meal okay but for the extra $100 charge, not worth it. We were nicely surprised by the kitchen presenting us with a special anniversary dessert - a nice, parting thought winding up our stay. I have been pleased to find that Galley Bay has an excellent hair stylist in Tracy; kudos to you, Tracy - hope to see you again! The staff of a resort can make all the difference in the world as to the overall experience. Nearly everyone we encountered were accommodating and friendly. My only suggestion would be that the check-in/check-out women at the front end of the resort put on a friendlier demeanor rather than being so very businesslike. We are, after all, on vacation!! Yes, we will most likely go again!

We had an excellent stay at Galley Bay and would highly recommend the resort overall with just a few minor issues. Rooms/Beach: Excellent. We stayed in a premium suite and the room was clean and comfortable. The beach is very large, not crowded at all and feels very private and secluded. The ocean was nice, we had green flags every day of the stay except one day with yellow flag. We were able to enjoy swimming in the ocean every day and it was not rough at all. Enjoyed snorkeling right off the beach near the rocks on the far right side of the beach. Saw alot of colorful fish. This was one of the best beaches we have ever visited. Tip: Rooms to the right of Guest services (premium suites 17 and higher) we felt like were more secluded and sit a little further back from the beach. Restaurants/Food: Very good overall. Breakfast at Sea Grape is very good and we enjoyed it the most. Had breakfast at Gaugin one morning and it was good but still enjoyed Sea Grape better. Lunch was hit and miss at both restaurants. However, the best lunch we had was at Gaugin. Dinner at Ismays was worth the surcharge and we would recommend it. Also, we really enjoyed the coffee/snack shop. They had fresh pastries and deserts everyday that were very good. We typically visited each afternoon for a snack. Our favorite was a chocolate/banana tart that was fantastic. The only complaints about the food was a lack of fish at most restaurants (except Ismays). They had swordfish one day but it wasn't great. I would have thought there would be more fish like mahi or snapper. Also, the grill was a big disappointment. The only food options were burgers, wings, fries etc. Nothing Caribbean and again no fish options. I had the chicken thigh sandwich which was not very good. This makes it difficult to hang out on the beach all day because you have to change to go to one of the restaurants for a decent lunch. The grill is just subpar. A few other thoughts on the resort in general. The staff were all really friendly and made the experience more enjoyable. They have bikes to use on the resort and we enjoyed riding, especially around the lagoons and farm. We would recommend a tour of the farm. Dave gave us a personal tour and were able to see all of the fruits and vegetables being grown which the resort uses in the restaurants. Very cool to see. The entertainment was decent but typically low key. The band was livelier one night and we enjoyed it. If you are looking for an adults only, very quiet and low-key resort, I would highly recommend Galley Bay.

This was our 12th visit to Galley Bay and it did not disappoint! The staff are amazing. While the location (the white sand beach and turquoise water is to die for!) and the amenities are phenomenal, the staff play a key role in our enjoyment and our desire to return again and again. The team is led by the seasoned and unflappable GM, Cedric. He takes the time to be visible and meet with the guests which is very classy. We very much appreciated the fact that our room request was honoured - the location is really important to us - thank you for making that happen! We had the opportunity to dine at all 4 restaurants (including Barefoot for quick lunches). The repeaters dinner at Ismay’s is a really nice touch. The food at all of the restaurants is creative, delicious and nicely presented. One of the other things that keeps us coming back is the quiet atmosphere. We are grateful it’s an adults only and that it is so peaceful. I enjoyed the morning yoga at 8am with Ivana - it was a great way to start the day. My husband was able to get out on the hobie a few times which he loved. We also went out with Captain Sean on Beats Workin’ (an experience not to be missed!). Tip: we used Natasha’s Taxi service to get to and from the airport. The service was friendly and reliable (and the vehicles they use are very comfortable). It was much less chaotic than taking the taxis and we thought it was reasonably priced. We would highly recommmend.

We stayed in a Superior Deluxe Beachfront Room for the Fourth Time and it was Great 👍 The food actually keeps on getting better, if that is possible. Some of my personal favorites were the yellow fin tuna, roasted BBQ Pork, all the fruit , and the pastries. The croissants & pain au chocolat were Beyond Excellent 👍 Each night for dinner I enjoyed a spinach salad, fish of some type & a Nice French Wine 🍷 The staff is Great and it was nice to see Chelsea, Tarick, & Michael our drink guy again👍 Only one minor issue… I wish they would bring back the Cajun Fish Sandwich for lunch at the Barefoot Grill.

This is the perfect place to come, relax, eat, drink and be merry. Most rooms are open and few steps to the gorgeous beach with your private lounge chairs, umbrellas (if you wish) and beach towels. Its all inclusive so plenty of amazing food, drinks, desserts are available from morning to after midnight. Its adults only so kids will not fit in or want to be here so leave them home. The staff goes out of their way to make you happy and all water sports are included including, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking. Will be coming back, and again.

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again. Galley Bay is just so consistently great. This was our 10th visit and it was so relaxing and enjoyable as always. We noticed that the menu was expanded, and as usual, our room was spotless all week, and the grounds were beautiful. If you just want to get away to paradise for a week and forget about winter, go to Galley Bay.

Our 1st visit and were here for 9 nights. Lovely welcome upon arrival with cold towels provided along with a glass of champagne. Nice touch. We had prebooked a private taxi from the airport as we were aware that there could be long lines otherwise. We used Natasha's Taxis and would thoroughly recommend. Very reasonably priced, nice vehicles and punctual - waiting for us a we came through arrivals. https://natashataxiantigua.com/ Also used for the return trip and an island tour. Our accommodation was an upper deluxe. It was lovely and spacious with an excellent air conditioning unit plus overhead fan which allowed us to maintain a nice room temperature. The bed was very comfortable with lovely linen and pillows. Bathroom was very spacious with a walk-in shower - one negative was the shower had to be run for ages before hot water appeared plus the pressure was poor. Room was serviced every day with fresh towels provided - staff were wonderful. Large balcony with 2 sun beds. Views were stunning. Sound proofing was also great as no noise from other rooms - just the gentle rolling of the sea could be heard. Meals were excellent. We ate at all 3 restaurants. The extra $50 pp for dinner at Ismay's was worth it as it was that extra bit special. We ate at Gauguin a fair bit - breakfast, lunch and dinner. We enjoyed its setting and the more personal feel as it is a lot smaller. Sea Grape was also excellent and had a bit more buzz about it. Drinks were of a good quality and the wines provided were lovely. Good range of cocktails and mocktails. Beach was excellent with each room having its own numbered umbrella and sun loungers. Staff were on hand to deliver drinks which was great - smoothies were brilliant. Sea was nice and warm although you had on occasion to be careful of the waves. Evening entertainment was provided which ranged from single performers to 5 piece groups. All very traditional. If you're looking for lots of noise and heaving dance floors this isn't for you. WiFi - excellent in our room and on the beach and generally OK. However, disappointing with poor or no signal in the restaurants - but guess we should be socialising and not be on our phones! Had discussions with lots of other guests. Most were repeat visitors with some 15/16 times. So that tells you the attraction of this resort. Staff on the whole were superb and we had lots of lovely interactions with many of them. They really helped make our stay so enjoyable. Our 1st time at an all inclusive resort and it was great being able to go about every day without the need for cash or a credit card. At the end of your trip there is a box at the checkout desk should you wish to leave a general gratuity for all staff and/or place cash in an envelope if you wish to recognise a particular member of staff.

Galley Bay is extraordinary. My brothers and our spouses went for six glorious nights to Antigua and Galley Bay. My husband and visited 13 years ago and were hoping this would be as good as it was then. We were not disappointed. We stayed in unit #10 where we were in the sand as soon as we opened our door. The room was great. Clean and simple. Bathroom was great with a very large shower and equally large closet. The beach and pool were great. We loved being at the pool in the afternoon to experience the peace and "Zen" we were looking for. The whole resort is so peaceful and as super place to destress and also have fun. I would describe it as kind of "old time Caribbean" with space to enjoy and breathe. The resort has only 100 rooms over close to 1/2 mile of beach, and that beach is incredible. I cannot vouch for the water as red/yellow flag warnings were up most of the week. On departure day, it was calm with many people in the crystal blue water. So, we missed out on that but the sound of the waves breaking all night made up for it. I have never slept so well. The cost of this resort is well worth it. So...all beautiful but the people made it better. The only cranky person we met happened to be the check-in person. But maybe the six of us excited people in Antigua hats with a good cold beer in our weary travel bodies might have overwhelmed him. (If you are looking for a good transport, try Eagle Transfers and Tours. I asked if they could arrange for some adult beverages and Antigua baseball hats for a surprise for my brothers. They more than met our expectations. Drivers were excellent and delightful.) Back to the people. They were great. We had two favorites--Samantha and Sadi. They were funny, remembered our drinks, and always had us set up at a special round table for six. The service was very good yet not intrusive. The food was very good--such a nice variety each day for lunch and dinner. Nice Caribbean music after dinner. I hope we get an opportunity to go back to this beautiful gem where serenity and fun are equally balanced.

Galley Bay is located on an amazing beach with crystal clear water and fine golden sand. The resort is all about the beach. The rooms are for the most part in 4 roomed villas spread along the large sandy beach. They are very spacious and well appointed with huge bathrooms. Each room has a dedicated umbrella and sunbed beds right outside the door. All the restaurants are right on the beach with stunning views. The resort never feels over full and there is never a tussle for a good seat or sunbed. The resort has a very relaxed and relaxing vibe. It has a rustic charm with lots of bare wood, ropes and greenery. The gardens ( which are exceptional and full of little humming birds) and buildings are constantly maintained and very clean. The food is of a limited choice but a very good quality as are the house wines. If you want jump to service and busy, swanky bars this is not the place for you but if you want a very chilled holiday on an exceptional beach then you won’t go far wrong. We will certainly return

It’s hard to find fault. What we love is the sit down service in every restaurant, served in the main by delightful staff. There is the odd one that can be a bit grumpy but most are amazingly helpful, cheerful and know their stuff. Often people react to how they are spoken to. The food is very good, and beautifully presented. Yes an older clientele but we still like to have fun! There is entertainment every night. Low key but good. The hotel setting is stunning and the pool area is tranquil and plenty of sun beds so no one needs to rush down in the morning. Many clients use their sun beds outside their beach front rooms with a fabulous view of the cove. Someone complained there was no music at the pool-most people just want to relax with no noise. You can use your own ear buds/headphones. Service around the pool was very good. The pool itself is cleaned everyday and the water is clear. Rooms are immaculate and everything is replenished daily. Yes there can be red flags up on the beach from time to time as the hotel takes safety seriously. I fail to understand how you can mark a hotel down due to the weather. They are good at Galley Bay but cannot control the weather fronts and water currents. There are many returning guests. That speaks for itself. No hotel complex can please everyone all of the time. If your preference is a dress code of vests and shorts at dinner, with a buffet with people moving up and down throughout the evening then Galley Bay isn’t for you. If you like leisurely meals, and tranquility then it is the perfect place.

Our third visit to Galley Bay and ten years since our last. Our stay was everything we remembered from last time and more. We had a Deluxe Seafront room (on the first floor). This was beautifully specified and the outlook over the beach and bay were amazing. Other accommodation is available but frankly we wouldn't advise that you pay extra to 'trade up' unless you have mobility issues on the steps (which can be a little slippery when it rain showers). All the food was a la carte (with the exception of a small number of breakfast items) and the service was always friendly and prompt. There is plenty of space to relax - designated loungers on the beach in front of the room and always space around the pool. Galley Bay truly feels like a place where you can rest assured that everything is taken care of in a super-chilled atmosphere. It's under-stated luxury and truly a stunning location. We will surely be back again!