Galley Bay

There can be few resorts in the West Indies that boast such an idyllic beachside position as Galley Bay Resort & Spa. Surrounded by nature at its best, it’s a haven for honeymooners and the perfect place for Caribbean destination weddings

Galley Bay is tucked away on Antigua’s west coast and enjoys a prime position on a long stretch of white sandy beach. Although it is just 10 minutes from the bustling port of St John, it is a peaceful hideaway in 40-acres of tropical gardens, with a lagoon and bird sanctuary.

The romantic ambience is enhanced by the resort’s rustic architecture, inspired by the tropics and exuding the kind of relaxed West Indian charm that ensures honeymooners will have a truly magical start to married life in a refined yet unpretentious resort.

 With just 98 rooms and suites spread out beneath coconut palms and overlooking the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea, Galley Bay has a boutique-style charm and offers a wide range of facilities in and around the newly refurbished resort.

Gorgeous accommodation is available in a choice of four categories: the thatched roofed Gauguin Cottages with private plunge pools, situated close to the beach on the edge of the bird sanctuary lagoon; Superior Beachfront which are single level rooms located directly on the beach; Deluxe Beachfront, which are slightly larger and Premium Beachfront – contemporary split level suites with sunken living rooms.

A range of superb restaurants ensure that guests enjoy an excellent choice of dining to suit their moods – including the Sea Grape Restaurant, an elegant beachfront restaurant serving a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner; Gauguin Restaurant offers a more intimate Oceanside venue serving grilled dishes beneath individual thatched huts; Ismay’s Restaurant is the ‘special occasion’ intimate dining restaurant which is perfect for honeymoon dining and wedding receptions; Barefoot Grill offers beachside dining and light snacks in a very casual atmosphere.

Take advantage of the complimentary non-motorized water sports, the new Indulge Spa, fitness facilities and tennis, or simply relax by the landscaped swimming pool to the sound of the cascading waterfall.  And be sure to hire a car or a bicycle explore the local countryside, or take a trip into St John’s for a spot of duty-free shopping and sightseeing.

For luxurious spa pampering,  treat yourself to a package at the spa & salon. With outdoor treatments available and panoramic lagoon views, plus an aray of relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatments on the spa menu, you’ll feel fully refreshed and replenished. For further relaxation and wellness, head to the Beachfront Yoga Pavillion for daily yoga sessions with professional teachers who will help you relax further with  stretching and meditation.

Galley Bay provides the ideal beach setting for the wedding of your dreams, with a choice of venues including a picturesque gazebo in a secluded location overlooking the ocean, and a wedding pavilion that can be set up on the beach so couples can say “I do” with sand between their toes.  The resort offers wedding packages and a wedding planning team to take care of all the arrangements and ensure your wedding day is absolutely perfect.