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.
Bay Suites
Beachfront and adults-only, the Bay Suite offers a tranquil Caribbean retreat with direct access to the beach. The open-plan suite features a separate sleeping area and living space, creating a relaxed setting for couples.
Size: 72 sqm
Occupancy: 2 adults
View: Beach view / Caribbean Sea view
Garden Suite
A spacious split-level suite surrounded by tropical gardens, offering a relaxed setting with a separate sleeping and living area.
Size: 72 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Garden With Partial Ocean view
Ocean Suite
An elegant split-level suite offering a spacious bedroom and living area with uninterrupted views of the Caribbean Sea.
Size: 72 sqm
Occupancy: 2 adults
View: Direct Ocean view
Classic Beach Balcony Suite
A spacious two-bedroom family suite offering a relaxed beachfront setting with separate sleeping areas and a private balcony.
Occupancy: 4 adults
View: Beach view
Classic Beach Terrace Suite
A spacious two-bedroom family suite offering easy access to the beach and a relaxed outdoor living space on its private terrace.
Occupancy: 4 adults
View: Beach view
Signature Beach Balcony Suite
A beautifully designed three-bedroom suite offering a refined Caribbean retreat with spacious interiors and a relaxed residential feel.
Occupancy: 6 adults
View: Caribbean Sea view
Signature Beach Terrace Suite
A newly renovated two-bedroom family suite with a soft, light-filled design inspired by Antigua’s sand, sea and sky. The suite features a spacious terrace and direct access to the beach, making it ideal for extended-family and multigenerational stays.
Occupancy: 4 adults
View: Beach view / Caribbean Sea view
The Windward Carlisle Suite
A spacious three-bedroom suite designed for families and groups, combining contemporary Caribbean style with generous living spaces and a private setting.
Occupancy: 6 adults
View: Beachfront
The Leeward Carlisle Suite
A beautifully designed three-bedroom suite offering a refined Caribbean retreat with spacious interiors and a relaxed residential feel.
Occupancy: 6 adults
View: Caribbean Sea view
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.
Gallery
£3659pp
