Overview
Nestled on Antigua’s unspoilt south-west coast, Carlisle Bay is an elegant all-suite resort set within a sheltered horseshoe bay and embraced by lush rainforest. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, it combines understated contemporary design, generous service and a sense of privacy. With 87 ocean-facing suites, four distinct dining venues, a signature organic spa, and a wide array of leisure amenities (tennis, water sports, yoga), the resort offers both couples and families a refined Caribbean escape.
At a Glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Old Road, Saint Mary Parish, Antigua; southwest coast horseshoe bay |
| Rooms / Suites | 87 all‑suite accommodations |
| Suite size range | 68 – 150 m² (≈ 732–1,760 ft²) |
| Dining | 4 restaurants: Indigo on the Beach, East, Ottimo!, Jetty Grill |
| Spa / Wellness | Cara Organic Spa, fitness centre, yoga pavilion, non‑motorised water sports |
| Other amenities | 5 tennis courts, 2 pickleball courts, library, screening room, kids club, water sports centre |
| Transfers & access | ~30 minutes from V.C. Bird International Airport |
| All‑inclusive programme | “Simply All Inclusive” option includes full board, select drinks and complimentary activities |
Room Type
Carlisle Bay offers six core suite categories (from garden-set to beachfront adult-only), each designed to blend elegantly with the natural surroundings. All suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces or balconies with day beds, and open-plan layouts.
Garden Suite
A serene retreat set amidst lush tropical gardens, offering a tranquil escape with partial ocean views.
- Size: ~72 m² / 770 ft²
- Occupancy: Up to 3 adults
- View: Garden with partial ocean view
- Highlights: Private terrace or balcony, spacious interiors, interconnecting options available
Ocean Suite
A peaceful haven located at the quieter end of the beach, featuring split-level design and exceptional sea views.
- Size: ~72 m² / 770 ft²
- Occupancy: Up to 3 adults (not including children under 12)
- View: Direct ocean view
- Highlights: Split-level layout, private terrace or balcony, interconnecting options available
Bay Suite
An intimate, adults-only suite designed for couples seeking romance, featuring private butler service and a Caribbean rum & vodka bar.
- Size: ~72 m² / 770 ft²
- Occupancy: Up to 2 adults
- View: Beachfront
- Highlights: Private butler service, Caribbean rum & vodka bar, secluded location adjacent to the Jetty
Beach Balcony Suite
Spacious upper-level suite with a balcony offering partial ocean views, ideal for families or small groups.
- Size: ~87 m² / 936 ft²
- Occupancy: Up to 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children above 6 years old
- View: Partial ocean view
- Highlights: Balcony with daybed, interconnecting options available
Beach Terrace Suite
Ground-floor suite with direct beach access, featuring a private terrace and spacious interiors.
- Size: ~87 m² / 936 ft²
- Occupancy: Up to 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children above 6 years old
- View: Direct beach view
- Highlights: Private terrace, direct beach access, interconnecting options available
Carlisle Suite
The resort’s largest suite, ideal for families or groups, featuring three bedrooms and expansive living areas.
- Size: ~163.5 m² / 1,760 ft²
- Occupancy: Up to 6 persons
- View: Beachfront
- Highlights: Three en suite bedrooms, spacious sitting and dining area, large private terrace
Dining
Carlisle Bay features four distinctive dining venues ranging from casual beachfront to refined adult-only settings. All draw on locally sourced produce and the resort’s chef garden.
Indigo on the Beach
- Type: Beachfront restaurant
- Cuisine/Concept: Mediterranean style with Caribbean twist
- Highlights: Casual elegance, breakfast through dinner, relaxed beachside ambience
- Opening hours: Breakfast — 7:00 am – 10:00 am, Lunch — 12:00 noon – 2:30 pm, Dinner — 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
East
- Type: Pavilion restaurant
- Cuisine/Concept: Pan-Asian (Japanese, Thai, Indonesian influences)
- Highlights: Stylish interior, light Asian-inspired plates, ideal for evening dining
- Opening hours: Dinner — 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ottimo
- Type: Poolside/casual Italian
- Cuisine/Concept: Italian classics, wood-fired pizzas
- Highlights: Relaxed poolside feel, authentic Italian fare, ideal for midday to informal evenings
- Opening hours: Lunch — 12:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Dinner — 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Jetty Grill
- Type: Grill/steak/seafood
- Cuisine/Concept: Caribbean grill, locally sourced seafood & meats
- Highlights: Adult-only dining, romantic setting at end of beach or jetty, curated dinner menus
- Opening hours: Lunch — 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Dinner — 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
SPA
CARA Organic Beauty Spa at Carlisle Bay offers a holistic approach to wellness, combining natural therapies with luxurious treatments. Partnering with ESPA, the spa features a range of massages—including Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Indian Head, and West Indian therapies—alongside body treatments such as scrubs and seaweed wraps, facials tailored to individual skin needs, and express treatments.
Guests can also enjoy yoga and meditation sessions, a fully equipped fitness centre, sauna, plunge pool, and salon services, all designed to rejuvenate both body and mind.
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