Luxury bepoke holidays to Carlisle Bay, Antigua
Facts in brief
Location On the south coast of Antigua, in the hamlet of Old Road
Annual opening All year except from 14 August until 13 October.
Closest airport Antigua
Distance from airport The hotel is 25-minutes' drive from the airport
Hotel facilities and services
4 Restaurants, 4 Bars, 9 Tennis Courts, Spa, Gym, Library, Cinema, Swimming Pool, Dive Centre, Fast Track Airport Assistance, 24-hour Room Service, Children's club, Creche, Windsurfing, Sailing, Kayaking, Snorkelling, Paddle Boarding, Guided Rainforest Hikes (twice weekly), Express Overnight Laundry, Dry Cleaning, 1-hour Pressing Service, New Beach Cabanas exclusively for Bay suite guests where treatments from the Blue Spa are also available.
Complimentary
Complimentary Afternoon Tea.
Complimentary watersports
Non-motorised Water Sports including Sailing, Kayaking, Snorkelling, Windsurfing and Paddle Boarding.
Chargeable watersports
Motorised water sports including Scuba Diving, Water Skiing, Wake Boarding, Tubing.
Land sports
Tennis, Gym, Yoga, Pilates, Mountain Biking.
Out and about nearby
Island Tours, guided hikes through the rain forest and boat excursions are organised by the hotel. The island also offers a range of activities including kayaking, eco adventure tours, golf, shopping and helicopter tours.
Sports nearby
Fishing, Golf, Mountain Biking.
It was an excellent holiday - due to excellent planning on your side. Super efficient, very professional.Mrs F, Holiday to Norway, Oct 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Garden suite for 7 nights
From about
£2,760 low season
£3,940 high season
Holiday Code CE42
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bepoke holidays to Carlisle Bay, Antigua
Carlisle Bay is a luxurious boutique-style hotel on a beautiful stretch of white-sand beach on the southwest coast of Antigua, set against a backdrop of hills and rainforest. There is a total of 87 spacious suites with calm, stylish interiors and wonderful views from their private terrace or balcony. Some suites are split-level whilst others have a study, second or third bedroom. Carlisle Bay has bathrooms that are contemporary in decoration and combine space with practicality. Health and wellbeing are fundamental to Carlisle Bay: the award-winning Blue Spa has six luxurious treatment rooms offering a range of treatments, there's also a state-of-the-art gym, open-air yoga and Pilates pavilion, sauna and plunge pools. Other sports facilities include a dive centre, a range of water sports including a sailing course, a large free-form swimming pool and nine tennis courts. Private tennis tuition is available for an extra fee, however, there are complimentary group clinics as well. Carlisle Bay has three excellent restaurants: Indigo on the Beach, which offers light and healthy grills, fresh seafood and salads, East, a lovely restaurant that serves excellent pan-Asian cuisine for dinner in a stunning contemporary setting and Ottimo!, located poolside, which has a fantastic Italian menu, complete with pizzas from an authentic wood burning oven. For guests that wish to fully indulge in the range of restaurants All Inclusive rates are available. Unique bonuses at Carlisle Bay are the luxurious cinema and fabulous library with a collection of books to suit all tastes. A purpose-built kids' club is available with Cool Kids Club offering a range of activities for children aged between 6 months to 6 years (this is complimentary for children aged 2-6 but a charge applies for those under two). There is also Crew Blue a complimentary activity and adventure programme for 7 to 12 year olds that operates during selected school holiday periods. Carlisle Bay exudes luxury, style and understated elegance alongside high standards of accommodation, comfort and service.
Room descriptions
Carlisle Bay has 87 suites all of which include a private balcony or terrace, Air- conditioning, Ceiling fan, TV, Docking station, Telephone, In-room safe, Expresso machine, Fully stocked minibar, Wifi access.
It was an excellent holiday - due to excellent planning on your side. Super efficient, very professional.Mrs F, Holiday to Norway, Oct 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Garden suite for 7 nights
From about
£2,760 low season
£3,940 high season
Holiday Code CE42
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bepoke holidays to Carlisle Bay, Antigua
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to Carlisle Bay in Antigua, Expressions Holidays includes flights from London to Antigua with British Airways or Virgin Atlantic. The flying time is about 8 hours and 30 minutes. Carlisle Bay is a 40-minute drive from the airport and Expressions Holidays will organise return private car transfers.
Additional information
Minimum stays: Minimum stay is required over the festive season and must include 25 and 31 December.
Children: Children's rates apply for ages 2 to 12 whilst infants under 2 years stay free. There is a complimentary kid's club for ages 2-6 and the complimentary Crew Blue activity programme provides entertainment for 7-12 year olds. Care of children aged 6 months to 2 years is also available for a fee. Child meal prices apply to ages 12 and under. The Jetty Grill restaurant is for adults only.
Special offers
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Caribbean special offers update All current special offers for Caribbean hotels will be built into the price at the point of enquiry. That way the most up-to-date offers will be applied to your holiday price.
Bed and Breakfast Offer 2024 Book now and receive the following offers: Receive a reduction of 30% off bed and breakfast rates from 9 May 2024 to 22 December 2024, minimum night stay may vary. Receive 35% off bed and breakfast rates from 9 May 2024 to 22 November 2024 for stays a minimum of 7 nights. Restrictions and blackout dates apply.
All-Inclusive Offer 2024 Book now and receive the following offers: Receive a reduction of 20% off all-inclusive rates from 9 May 2024 to 22 December 2024, minimum night stay may vary. Receive a reduction of 35% off all-inclusive rates from 29 April 2024 to 22 November 2024 for stays a minimum of 7 nights. Restrictions and blackout dates apply.
Festive Offer 2024/2025 Book now to receive the following offers for the festive season: Receive a reduction 20% off rates from 23 December 2024 to 25 December 2024. Receive a reduction of 10% off rates from 26 December 2024 to 3 January 2025. Restrictions apply.
Bed and Breakfast Offer 2025 Book now to receive 30% off contracted bed and breakfast rates for stays from 4 January 2025 to 22 December 2025. PLUS, for stays from 27 April 2025 to 12 December 2025, receive complimentary half board (dinner only per person, per suite, per night). Restrictions apply.
All Inclusive Offer 2025 Book now to receive 20% off contracted all inclusive rates for stays from 4 January 2025 to 22 December 2025. Restrictions apply.
2024/2025 Festive Offer: 10% off the festive rates and children stay free for stays between selected dates Stay between 23 December 2024 and 25 December 2024, or between 30 December 2024 and 3 January 2025, for 10% off the festive rates and children stay for free (applicable for one child per adult, up to the age of 12, with a maximum of two children per booking). Subject to availability and adjustments. Conditions/restrictions may apply.
2025 All-Inclusive Offer: 20% off All-Inclusive rates and children stay/eat free for stays between 7 January 2025 and 22 December 2025 Stay between 7 January 2025 and 22 December 2025 (excluding 14-22 February 2025) to get 20% off All-Inclusive rates and children stay/eat for free (applicable for one child per adult, up to the age of 12, with a maximum of two children per booking). Subject to availability and adjustments. Conditions/restrictions may apply.
2025 All-Inclusive Exclusive Offer: 30% off All-Inclusive rates and children stay/eat free for stays of a least 7 nights between 7 January 2025 and 22 November 2025 Stay for at least 7 nights between 7 January 2025 and 22 November 2025 (excluding 14-22 February 2025) to get 30% off All-Inclusive rates and children stay/eat for free (applicable for one child per adult, up to the age of 12, with a maximum of two children per booking). Subject to availability and adjustments. Conditions/restrictions may apply.
2025/2026 Festive Offer: 10-20% off festive rates between selected dates and children stay free Stay, either between 23 December 2025 and 25 December 2025 for 20% off festive rates or between 26 December 2025 and 3 January 2026 for 10% off festive rates, and children stay for free (applicable for one child per adult, up to the age of 12, with a maximum of two children per booking). Subject to availability and adjustments. Conditions/restrictions may apply.
It was an excellent holiday - due to excellent planning on your side. Super efficient, very professional.Mrs F, Holiday to Norway, Oct 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Garden suite for 7 nights
From about
£2,760 low season
£3,940 high season
Holiday Code CE42
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bepoke holidays to Carlisle Bay, Antigua
About Antigua
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to Antigua is an indulgent getaway in a paradise setting. Antigua, the largest of the Leeward islands, has a cosiness and charm that welcomes the first-time visitor to the Caribbean and yet has an ease and sophistication that makes it attractive for those returning for rest and relaxation. The island is home to a great range of luxury hotels and resorts including Carlisle Bay, a boutique hotel located on a beautiful sandy beach which offers a great range of activities; and Hermitage Bay, an intimate and charming hideaway which is ideal for relaxation. Antigua is a low-lying island of yellowish green rolling hills that are gentle on the eye, but it is the spectacular coastline of long sweeping white sand beaches, inlets, bays and coves that is undeniably glorious. The island is surrounded by a sea of turquoise green and deep dark blue protected by coral reefs and on the eastern Atlantic edge cliffs and boulders form excellent perches for pelicans. The cosiness of Antigua is enhanced by the cheerful villages with names such as Liberta, Tyrells and All Saints with their numerous churches and colourful gardens surrounding the gaily-coloured houses, many painted vibrant greens, blues, yellows and pinks.
Highlights of Antigua
Cricket is the national sport of Antigua. Wadadli is the local beer. There are an exceptional number of places of interest to visit including museums, quaysides, old plantations. Some examples are Parham Harbour and St Peter’s Church, Betty’s Hope old sugar plantation and Harmony Hall, restored Great House with a craft centre. Falmouth, English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard is one of the most picturesque and beautiful harbour areas in the Caribbean. A few of the outstanding beaches on the island include Dickenson Bay, Soldiers Bay, Hawksbill Beach, Galleon Beach and Darkwood Beach. Carnival is at the end of July. Fig Tree drive between Old Road and Liberta is through the rainforest.
Travel around Antigua
The roads are fine except for a few potholes. Car hire is easily arranged and highly recommended. Traffic on a Saturday can be quite heavy in St John’s but you can find parking places. Distances are not too great so it really is easy to get around. Signposting is lacking, and an ordnance survey map is more accurate than tourist maps provided locally.
Facts in brief
Capital St. John'sAirport VC Bird International Airport
Size 108 sq. miles
Population 80,000
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bepoke holidays to Carlisle Bay, Antigua
Babysitting
Babysitting is available at an extra charge and should be booked in advance.
Children's entertainment
DVDs, videos and a cinema are available.
Medical services
The nearest hospital is 30 minutes by car. A doctor is on call. Many of the staff are trained in first aid and on call 24 hours a day.
Family dining
Children are allowed in the main restaurant. High chairs are available and there is a children's choice on the main menu. However, children under the age of ten are requested to dine before 7 pm. Please note that The Jetty Grill is an adults only restaurant.
Family rooms
Beach terrace suites have an extra room/study which can be converted into a bedroom to accommodate two children under 6 years of age. Beach balcony suites are the same configuration as the beach terrace suites but on the first floor and can accommodate two adults and two children. The Carlisle Suites have three bedrooms.
Children's amenities
Baby bath, potty, bottle sterilising kit, bottle heating facilities and kettles are provided. Changing mat and night lights are available on request. Children's bathrobes are provided.
It was an excellent holiday - due to excellent planning on your side. Super efficient, very professional.Mrs F, Holiday to Norway, Oct 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Garden suite for 7 nights
From about
£2,760 low season
£3,940 high season
Holiday Code CE42
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
