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Galley Bay Resort

4.0 of 5
Galley Bay Beach Rd, St. John's, Antigua
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Galley Bay Resort
Ranked #2 of 28 hotels in St. John's
4.5 of 5 stars 1005 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Beach front(30)
  • Sea grape(28)
  • Premium beachfront suite(23)
  • Rum Punch(23)
  • Very nice(22)
  • Shirley Heights(14)
  • Red flag(13)
  • Plunge pool(13)
  • Gauguin restaurant(12)
  • Would highly recommend(11)
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Epsom, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
1
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Excellent relaxing hotel, no hassle anywhwere on site, nothing is too much trouble and the guest services desk always have new ideas. People very friendly and helpful, except in the Shop. Food excellent, be sure to eat at least once at Ismay's, worth the extra price for ambience, food and service. Superb beach, excellent pool with no problem of "German... More

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1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

We visited Galley Bay as a young couple for a Birthday celebration. Pros are that the hotel is on a glorious stretch of beach, the superior beach front suites are very impressive and the hotel entrance with the bird sanctuary is one of nicest I've seen. After visiting the Caribbean with my family on many occasions- staying in places such... More

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Northborough, Massachusetts
1 review
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
7
people found this review helpful

We traveled the first week in May. It was a lovely 6 night stay and I actually shed some tears as we were checking out. Here are some things that may help if you decide to stay at GBR. Arriving at the airport was pretty much hassle-free. It is definitely no frills, but customs were easy. There were plenty of... More

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Toulouse, France
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
3
people found this review helpful

This was our first visit to Galley Bay and it exceeded our expectations. Right from the warm welcome on arrival through to the personal thank you from the management at the point of leaving. Galley Bay has the advantage of a very nice location, with the main reception situated at the far side of the lagoon and all the accommodation,... More

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New York City
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

My husband and I went to Galley Bay from May 11th to the 18th for our honeymoon and we had a wonderful time. I see some really negative reviews here about food and housing that we really didn’t understand as we thought both were outstanding. 1) Food/Drinks: There are 2 restaurants included in the all inclusive package (Sea Grape and... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW
4
people found this review helpful

For a relaxing Caribbean holiday, it is hard to envisage a more perfect resort. The best recommendation that can be put forward in support of this is the percentage of "returnees" that one finds each time you visit. This was our third visit and we fully intend returning again, sooner rather than later. More

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Chertsey, England, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

We have just returned from a 10 night say at Galley Bay - and it was total perfection! Best holiday ever - and we have spent many weeks in the Carribean over the years! On arrival, met by a potent rum punch and Lovely receptionist Jennie gave us all the info we needed, with all the jollity you would expect... More

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Fairfield, Connecticut
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

I'll just reiterate all of the positive reviews and say this is a lovely little resort on a beautiful beach, with a truly wonderful and caring staff. We had a second-floor room on the beach that was spotless and newly renovated with a lovely private balcony. At night you could hear the crashing surf and peepers, and there was this... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

Have just returned from another two blissful weeks at Galley Bay. We were so lucky as the sea was calm for the whole two weeks , a bonus as it can get a little rough at times. We very much enjoyed the addition of the Barefoot Grill, cooking done by the lovely Hyacinth and Tashika. The staff were exceptional as... More

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Hildenborough, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012 NEW
3
people found this review helpful

Just returned from our annual trip to Galley Bay. Can truthfully say that some things have improved again. But that has been the case for the each of the last 10 years.They always seem to raise the bar a little. Ismay's menu has moved up a further notch and I think that Mike makes a difference with his highly professional... More

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Address: Galley Bay Beach Rd, St. John's, Antigua
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