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Hermitage Bay
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PO Box 60 | (formerly Hermitage Bay Hotel), St. John's, Antigua
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5 of 5 stars
Maryella 9 contributions
Dorset, Vermont
Apr 25, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

We were in Antigua for a 10 night stay at another 5 star property a week ago. We had heard a lot about Hermitage Bay and wanted to check it out. We drove over and asked for a tour of the property. The assistant manager gave us a tour of the rooms and all we can say is WOW!!!
First the beach is gorgeous. The surrounding hills are lovely with no other houses or shacks to mare the view. The water is a lovely shade of blue with great chaises and umbrellas.
We saw the beach suites and the hillside suites with a plunge pool. All rooms were done in gorgeous teak wood---floors, deck etc. The rooms are luxurious in an island way with big flat screen tv, sitting area, stocked mini bar and drop dead sexy bathrooms. the attention to detail was outstanding! The pool suites are a little smaller with a larger outdoor area and the beach rooms are just the opposite with a bigger room and smaller deck.
The restuarant and bar areas are lovely as well. They were next to a lovely beach side pool. This place is all-inclusive---all drinks and 3 meals as well as mini bar is included. Off season rates looked very reasonable for what you get.
After the tour we were so bummed that we were not staying there. On our next trip we will definately try Hermitage Bay.

  • Date of stay April 2007
  • Member since January 28, 2004
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Wonderful PLace

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5 of 5 stars
texpdx 2 contributions
Dallas
Apr 15, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
5/7 found this review helpful

This place is excellent. If you are looking for relaxation and quiet this is it. however, even with the best of properties there were a few things that I thought could have been a little better.

Basically my wife and I were there for our honeymoon. The car was waiting for us when we arrived at the airport. 20 minutes and we hit
"the road". The driver prepared us for the worst. Basically a gravel country road with just 2 deep holes. This took about 5-7 minutes and it was over. The reality we both laughed because we have booth driven down theses types of roads before. If the car driver would have not tried the dodge the potholes it would have much quicker without the slolemn session down the road.

The property was waiting for us with drinks in hand. They showed us to our room. Completely magnificint. We had the plunge pool. We ended up spending a lot of time there.

The service was good. he food was great You could have your meals in the bar, restaurant or brought up to your room. The dinner menu changes daily. Everyone was very nice. There were just 4-6 other guest which made it even nicer. No crowds at all.

The negatives.... the hotel does not own the beach so anyone can come
up. On Easter Monday it was a holiday and the locals played local music all day. Very annoying. Expect this on holidays. A booze cruise
also came to the beach one day for an hour or so and ruined the quiet.

*The out door showers need a little more privacy.
*The grounds crew needs to understand where the guests are when they are working. They started working around our room at 8AM. There were people in only 4 rooms so I think they could have worked elsewhere that morning. It also happend to be our last morning. They also decided to run the weed whacker outside the massage room when I was getting a massage. Not very relaxing.

House cleaning takes about 1 hour. I am not sure why they could not come when we were at lunch or breakfast since there were so few guests. They seemed just hang out around the room. That got old since we enjoyed our privacy by our pool.

Othere than these everything was great. Do not feel obligate to add more gratuity. It is added onto the room fair and it comes out to alot when you consider what the meals and such would cost. Get ready to eat. It seems like it is non-stop. Let them take you out on the Hobie Cat and it is fun. The minibar is a nice touch and they do a pretty good job of keeping it restocked. The rooms are nice rustic rooms and the bathroom is wonderful.

This property was well worth the money. It was a good rest and realation place. If you are looking for activities this is not it. If you are looking for a quiet worry free vacation this is the place!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay April 2007
  • Visit was for Honeymoon
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since September 27, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine
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Wonderful place

Hermitage Bay

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5 of 5 stars
peterbaxter 1 contribution
york UK
Mar 27, 2007
13/13 found this review helpful

I have never been anywhere like this before, the privicy of the cottages, the tranquil location, the beaches deserted, the friendly staff all add up to the perfect holiday.

From the minute I arrived I was looked after and was given a local antiguan cocktail which made me feel completely relaxed straight away.

If you are looking for somewhere that is very private with the highest standards of accomodation, food and attention to detail, this is the the place you have been looking for - its paradise

One day I found a beach just around the corner from the hotel and decided to take some photo's, for over an hour I did not see another person, which made me feel like robinson crusoe

The standard of food, breakfast lunch and dinner is high class restaurant standard.

Looking for paradise - this is the place

Mr Hugo Platt UK

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay February 2007
  • Member since March 27, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Barefoot Luxury

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5 of 5 stars
Bubba-ganoush 1 contribution
London
Mar 3, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
16/16 found this review helpful

  • Liked — Relaxed atmosphere
  • Disliked — Insect problem
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay January 2007
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since April 04, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Spa
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Beyond expectation

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5 of 5 stars
GooseGossage 4 contributions
Amersham, UK
Feb 25, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
12/12 found this review helpful

  • Liked — The setting
  • Disliked — The sand flies
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay February 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since February 25, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Spa
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Address: PO Box 60 | (formerly Hermitage Bay Hotel), St. John's, Antigua