Galley Bay Resort and Spa - All Inclusive

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4681 reviews

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  Authentic Caribbean Resort for Relaxation

  Galley Bay Resort and Spa is an authentic Caribbean getaway. This gorgeous resort is an all-inclusive, adults only property with only 98 rooms throughout the beautiful grounds. Set between one of the best beaches on the island and acres of lush tropical gardens. Ideal for couples and newlyweds seeking relaxation, romance and tranquility. You'll feel like you're the only ones there!

  Jun 13, 2025
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  Ultimate Couple Paradise

  I can confirm the majority of positive reviews praising the views, rooms, food, and service. I’d like to share a few things we didn’t expect on our June visit. First, the caliber of entertainment is not to be missed on a nightly basis. You eat dinner and migrate to the mini stage area at night where Adirondack chairs await and drink service is spot on. I cannot tell you how relaxing the evenings are with the incredible bands and performers while the waves reach the shore just behind you. They have two regular bands in the Spirited Group and Dynamic Trio. These bands are good enough to be playing in front of an arena full of people yet the management brings them in even during a slower part of the season. The steel drum and barrel groups and fire uperformers are also “must see” evenings. Second, the water sports and Romiero (who captains the mini catamaran) is certainly worth doing. The short sail on the mini catamaran to a sunken ship site is a perfect snorkeling spot. We were also impressed with the snorkeling right off our beautiful beach area. Finally, don’t skip the weekly BBQ. It’s so well done and the music and food will be something you will remember when back home. We ran into great staff including all of the coffee shop help, Romiero, Pearl, Vincent and Joan were all dedicated to making our trip a great one. The spa is professional and relaxing. One suggestion that I would offer is to contact the resort ahead of your visit if walking is an issue. They can likely position you in a room closer to the main restaurants and arrange golf cart rides. This is an incredible resort with impeccable grounds and a staff dedicated to making your trip special.

  Jun 08, 2025
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  Book it now!

  We had the most amazing week at Galley Bay . It was all we could have hoped for - quiet, romantic and the most incredible food. We had a premium beach suite (no 18) which was stunning and our own space in the beach. It is a quiet vibe but perfect for relaxation and reconnecting. The food at Ismays was stunning and worth every penny of the $50 premium. The beautiful setting of the Gauguin was so romantic and the Seagrape breakfast had so many options - try the flapjacks (v thin crepes) The drinks were fantastic and the rose and prosecco were of a good quality. The staff were helpful( some a little distant) and friendly. All in all we will be saving to return. Thank you Galley Bay

  Jun 05, 2025
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  Excellent Stay - Highly recommend

  My wife and I stayed at Galley Bay Resort in Antigua for 6 days/5 nights at the end of May 2025. This resort is about 20 minutes from the airport which is perfect. The resort itself is laid-back and relaxing, everything we desperately wanted and needed. Having visited several Caribbean islands, we found Antigua’s people to consistently be the nicest and most welcoming we’ve ever met. We stayed in Room 8, which opened directly onto the beach with no one above us. While this was ideal to us, it should be noted that most rooms have someone above. (I believe only 8 rooms don't have this option). The resort is marketed as all-inclusive, but some menu items, like Chateaubriand ($40 for two) and dining at Ismay’s with its Michelin-star chef ($50 per person), come at an extra cost. While we highly recommend Galley Bay, there are a few flaws. First, beach service was nonexistent. I should note, my wife and I would spend the mornings on the beach and the afternoons in the pool. In six days, no one offered us drinks on the beach. I recall seeing one person the entire trip even walk by our room in the morning which is truly unacceptable in my opinion. Adding a second server per side and a dedicated pool server would drastically help. The pool’s call buttons were also broken. Second, the resort ran out of towels and at times were hard to find which is unacceptable for a 4.5 star resort. Third, the dress code required pants for men. I was told my Bermuda shorts weren’t allowed, forcing me to wear jeans, which felt less appropriate. (I do claim some responsibility as I did not look at the website to confirm this information prior to packing). Lastly, the water sports manager who I didn't get the name of, was unprofessional. The reason I say this is due to trying to reserve a time with the hobie cat the day before. The manager advised that this was not possible and proceeded to point to the piece of paper where it was written on the bottom. However, when showing me the piece of paper, he proceeded to slide the paper up which showed the paper of the next day. This was his mistake as I was able to see that he already allowed someone to sign up. When looking at the name, it was a female's name. Long story short, I guess the manager is okay with allowing females to sign up the evening before but if you're a male, you must follow those rules. To me, this is extremely unfair and unprofessional. Despite these issues, the positives were outstanding. The beach, the bay, and the pool were amazing, the food was excellent, and the laid back vibe was perfect and exactly what we needed. The staff (minus the water sports manager) were exceptional in every way possible. Gaye-Sheree, Veneir, Charma, Romeiro (water sports), Vincent (manager), and Alaska (manager) made our stay unforgettable. Though we rarely revisit destinations, the staff’s personalities, friendliness, and just overall welcoming tempts us to return. With fixes to service, towels, and policies, Galley Bay could be one of the best resorts in the Caribbean.

  May 31, 2025
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  Best hotel yet!

  Where do I start? This has been the very best hotel I have stayed in for a holiday. The service was exceptional from all staff; kind, caring and very efficient. The management are visible and responsive and the staff are so hard working. The food! Just wow. We ate at all the restaurants and all were excellent. My favourite meal of the 2 weeks was actually at Seagrape and was duck ballotine with puréed cauliflower. We absolutely enjoyed every meal and because it was my husband’s 60th birthday we had a gazebo meal with great service. There are excellent choices at all the restaurants and we cannot fault any of our meals. Again the service was excellent. We stayed in the Gauguin suites and loved the privacy it provided and our private plunge pool. We enjoyed seeing the wildlife around the lagoon and had frequent visits from the beautiful birds and ducks. Our room was cleaned, sheets changed and floors mopped daily. The mini bar was stocked daily. We couldn’t ask for more. We enjoyed the entertainment because the standard was superb, dancing under the stars was a highlight and I memory I will cherish forever. There were so many wonderful staff, Alaska,Sadie, Ebony, Pearl, Suzette Claudia, Romeo and Alfred to name a few. We are certainly returning to this beautiful place and cannot wait to do so.

  May 28, 2025