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Dian Bay Beach, St. John's, Antigua
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Dian Bay Heaven on earth

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5 of 5 stars
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England
Jan 15, 2006
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My husband and I returned from spending our 40th wedding anniversay at Dian Bay, having spent our 35th when it was The Mango Bay.I cannot begin to explain what a fantastic holiday we had, but I will try.We had Lobster and Champagne on the beach in the front of the hotel served by our own waiter, this was all arranged in secret with the staff at the hotel and my husband, whilst listening to the sea and caribean music. One evening we had a wonderful banquet served by the most fantastic Chef, Bernard. This was for all guests who wanted to participate, and as we had met four other couples with whom we have stayed in touch with the hotel put on a long banqueting table for us.That evening we were served Lobster, Steak, King Prawns, whatever we wanted and as much as we wanted, and afterwards we danced a long to a steel band.The charge for this did not cover the quality of the food on offer and would not have been out of place in the Savoy Hotel in London.The staff are so friendly and nothing is too much for them, from the housekeeping to reception to the restaurant to Ericson and Richard on the water sports to the Spa treatments to Anderson the taxi driver.

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Happy honeymoon at Dian Bay

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5 of 5 stars
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London, UK
Dec 4, 2005
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We have just returned from a lovely week away staying at the Dian Bay Spa & resort. My wife was very impressed with the hotel surroundings and room, after being a little anxious in the cab while going up the hill.

Right from the moment we arrived we were looked after superbly by the staff and can find no fault with the customer service.

The meals on the all inclusive option were absolutely delicious, especially the seafood and caribbean flavours.

The spa treatments after the flight and some horse riding on the beach were just what was required to sooth any aches and pains. Stress relief highly reccommended.

Rooms were kept immaculate each day, and were a welcome haven from the heat at the end of the day.

We would love to go back some day..

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2005
  • Member since December 04, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, Older travelers
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Favorite hotel on Antigua

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5 of 5 stars
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bellingham wa
Nov 29, 2005
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Hello from Dian Bay Resort and Spa, where I am writing this via free wireless internet in the lobby for my laptop. All staff were among the best I have encountered anywhere in the Caribbean, certainly in this price range. We also vote for the top floor room, though we could hear TV in our neighbor's room.

I attend the Antigua Yacht show for work, and this was our first holiday on the island. We looked at several properties before selecting this one and would certainly return.

The setting is excellent, and I too can't imagine the one-star review. We gave the the food a very good, at with our reasonable inclusive rates were very pleased. The amazing Harmony Hall restaurant is a 15 minute drive away for variety.

Highly recommended and will return.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2005
  • Member since November 29, 2005
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A Great Relaxing Holiday

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5 of 5 stars
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Witham Essex
Nov 22, 2005
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We have just returned from ten days glorious holiday at Dian Bay. We booked a last minute deal, as we were hurricane Wilma refugees. We had an ocean view room,with a big balcony overlooking the complete bay. It was kept very clean everyday.
The food at the hotel was excellent, with a great variety to choose from. Sometimes it was buffet, sometimes with waitress service. The waitresses were polite, friendly and very efficient. Some evenings entertainment was provided. Brenda the lady at the bar was lovely, she came and introduced herself to us as soon as we arrived.
The small private beach was beautiful and was kept immaculately clean everyday. Bathing started earlier at the Bay, people were on the beach at 7.30am.enjoying a swim before breakfast. A Wonderful holiday. Do not hesitate, just book and go!

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    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2005
  • Member since January 02, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon
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Very relaxing, Lovely people, Best location

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Nov 18, 2005
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Have just spent 10 amazing days at the Dian Bay.

We were made to feel very welcome right from the minute we arrived in the great reception area (no idea what the person was talking about below).

The room was large and airy - the 2nd floor rooms have high ceilings up to the rafters. We had a fantastic view over the entire bay and a large balcony to sit / stand and watch the sunsets. The room was kept very clean for the whole time we were there. The aircon worked - wasn't too loud - but we found that the fan was often good enough.

The hotel's set in nice well maintained grounds down a hillside to the small but perfect beach. Dian Bay hotel pratically has the whole of Mango Bay to itself (the Long Bay hotel is at the far end, but has no beach). You can spend your days on one of the 2 beaches - Lovers' Bay is reached by their free boat whenever you want - raise the flag when you want to get back. There's swimming, snorkelling - plenty to see and the reef's just up near the entrance to the bay, kayaking around the bay or up to Devil's bridge or one of the lads will take you out catfish sailing.

All the staff were really friendly and welcoming - especially the lovely Brenda behind the bar. Eric would come over to the other beach and bring you drinks mid morning. George the cat will be around - so make sure you give him some of your fish supper and a tickle.

The food was, on the whole, excellent - often really well presented and different - especially the fish. The first few nights were a la carte as they're weren't enough at the hotel to make a buffet worthwhile. After that it alternated. There was plenty of choice. Definitely not all chips and burgers here.

The hotel's well away from the main crowds and sometimes we had the beaches to ourselves, unlike any of the other main tourist areas. It had by far the nicest setting of any hotel we saw on the island - even the expensive Jumby Bay.

We found the 10 days very relaxing and loved being in a smaller hotel. We wandered over to the Pineapple Beach one morning and found the beach busy with guests, children and vendors. Only the reef is worth visiting.

There are few hotels I would want to return to as there are so many places to visit, but this is one place I would definitely return to.

Our only 'complaint' was that Virgin (we booked with BA) were moving guests from the overbooked Pineapple Beach to Dian Bay which made the hotel busier than it need be - however, we never struggled to find a space on the beach and often had it to ourselves (there are only 52 rooms).

This isn't the place to come if you expect lots of activities, multiple restaurants, organised activities and entertainment.

This is a small, lovely caribbean hotel with great staff. Thank you!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2005
  • Member since November 18, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Tourists
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