Galley Bay Resort & Spa

From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and cared for. Every team member we encountered was incredibly friendly, attentive, and accommodating—truly making us feel at home.||The beaches are picture-perfect with crystal-clear water (great for snorkeling, gear is provided in every room). The entire property is beautifully maintained and impeccably clean overlooking the beach and hills. There is a ton of activities including biking, touring the farm, and water sports. The spa was beautiful and reasonably priced. ||Every meal was delicious and fresh (directly from their on-site farm). Dining at Galley Bay felt like a true culinary experience.||We can't wait to return!

We wanted to try our first all inclusive resort and found Galley Bay through Costco Travel. It has absolutely set the bar high for our future expectations. The location is beautiful with a calm beach right outside most rooms. Their service is amazing, for example: us asking if Corona was available and finding out it wasn’t, only for someone to show up a few minutes later with a six pack! Everyone working here is friendly and helpful, and they truly made the experience. Shout out to Annika from guest services for her consideration, Mike Ray from dining for his wonderful recommendations, Romeo for the awesome hobby cat tour of the bay, and Rogers from Bo Tours for his hospitality and humor. Thank you for a wonderful stay! 🌴☀️🏖️

Resort Highlights|Galley Bay is truly beautiful. All of the restaurants and bars are open-air, which keeps you connected to the ocean at all times. It’s a smaller resort, with only three restaurants and one bar located centrally. The staff were extremely attentive and kind throughout our stay. Tips weren’t expected—instead, there was a daily service charge that went toward staff gratuities, plus an optional tip box at the front desk for a lump-sum contribution at the end of your trip.||One of the unique aspects of the resort is its on-site garden, where they grow much of the fruit and vegetables served in the restaurants. We toured it one day and even left with fresh, hand-picked mangos. The property also features a bike trail around the lagoon, which we enjoyed a couple of times. It’s a peaceful loop and home to many birds.||Room|Our room was one of the highlights of the trip. Most accommodations are beachfront, and ours had direct walk-out access to the sand. We loved this setup—no scrambling for chairs or packing a beach bag each morning. Our room included its own set of beach chairs, an umbrella, and even an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the ocean. Waking up to ocean views from bed, then stepping right onto the sand, was perfect.||The room itself was spotless, and housekeeping did an excellent job tidying up daily. No complaints at all!||Beach|This is easily one of the nicest beaches we’ve ever visited—definitely in our top two. The water was crystal clear, with plenty of fish, making snorkeling a daily activity for us. Right offshore, there are coral reefs that are easy to swim to, and they’re perfect for snorkeling enthusiasts. ||The watersports team also offers trips to a nearby shipwreck for snorkeling, which was incredible and absolutely worth doing.||Food|The food at Galley Bay was some of the best we’ve had at a resort. There were daily specials, and we were rarely disappointed—steaks were consistently tender and flavorful, and the fish was always cooked perfectly. ||That said, with only three restaurants, the menus did start to feel a bit repetitive after several days. Breakfast, in particular, was underwhelming—basic eggs and bacon that felt more like a budget hotel offering. Still, if that’s the biggest downside, it’s not bad at all.||We highly recommend Ismay’s and the private dinner on the beach. Both cost extra, but the food was outstanding and well worth it.||Outside the Resort|We ventured out a few times during our stay.|-St. John’s (the capital): Fun to see and walk around, but unless you’re into shopping, you really only need about an hour there.|-Shirley Heights: About a 45-minute drive from Galley Bay, this repurposed military outpost offers live music, barbecue, and breathtaking views. We highly recommend it!|-Sailing with Captain John: This was one of our favorite experiences. Captain John took us on a peaceful sail around the island, sharing history along the way. We stopped to snorkel a coral reef, then enjoyed a delicious home-cooked lunch onboard—easily one of the best meals of our trip.||A Couple of Side Notes|Galley Bay is very laid-back. The atmosphere is romantic and calm, but there’s not much to do in the evenings beyond relaxing on the beach or in your room. Nightlife was basically limited to live music that few people attended, so after dinner things got pretty quiet around 8:00–8:30. If you are looking for things to do outside of the beach, this may not be the place for you.||I was excited about the café, but it was hit or miss. Some staff there were excellent, while others struggled with the machines and made poor coffee. The service also wasn’t as friendly as elsewhere at the resort—though everywhere else, the staff were wonderful.||Overall|We loved our trip. Antigua is a beautiful island, and Galley Bay was a wonderful place to spend our honeymoon. Despite a few minor shortcomings, we left feeling relaxed, happy, and very glad we chose it.

This resort is 5 stars. After being a little worried we were too young to honeymoon here, all I can say is don’t worry, just book it!! Everything at this resort is out of this world, from the food, to the beach, to the spa, to the employees. The food here is the best food I’ve ever had. We never had a bad meal. They are very accommodating if you are picky eaters, like we are. We loved their caesar salad and they made it for us several times when it wasn’t even on the menu. Every dinner was fantastic, always a good option. We also loved barefoot grill for lunch. Their burgers and fries are delicious! I do think our favorite meal was breakfast, especially the banana bread!! I’m still dreaming about it. Their breakfast “Galley Bay Potatoes” too! Omg so good. The drinks were delicious and strong. I’m still dreaming of the “fantasy” drink of the day. I should have gotten the recipe. There was beach service. Make friends with him and he will come back! Make sure to bring your cups, they will fill them up! The beach was beautiful, blue, and calm. We spent lots of time snorkeling the reef and the sunken ship. So many fish! The water sport boys are so fun! Bring floats to relax in too! We stayed in a premium beachfront room. It was clean, huge, and so cute! The housekeepers do an amazing job. It stayed spotless. Our favorite thing ever was turndown service. We loved the bed notes. We did struggle with all the light switches and fan remotes, but you do eventually figure it out. The rooms really are as big as they look. Lastly, the spa was spectacular. Definitely opt for an outdoor couples massage. It wasn’t hot at all, as the fan was blasting! We both wanted to get another one! To end our amazing, perfect week, we got to watch sea turtles hatch on our last night. This was the most amazing experience. I hope everyone gets to meet Ashton and hear his story. We were so sad to leave but are counting down the days until we can return. We love Galley Bay!!

We spent our honeymoon at Galley Bay Resort in Antigua, and it was truly everything we dreamed it would be—and more. From the moment we arrived, we felt an overwhelming sense of peace and relaxation. It’s hard to describe just how beautiful and serene this place is until you experience it for yourself. The resort is stunning—the lush tropical landscape, the quiet beaches, the sound of the waves right outside our suite. Every detail felt intentional, from the warm welcome at check-in to the thoughtfully prepared meals and impeccable service throughout our stay. We spent our days unwinding by the water, enjoying the delicious food, exploring the property, and simply soaking in the moment. It was exactly what we needed after our wedding—a true escape where we could just be. The staff made everything feel effortless, and the atmosphere was calm, romantic, and completely stress-free. We’re so grateful for the memories we made at Galley Bay. If you’re considering it for your honeymoon or a special getaway—go. You won’t regret a single second.

Your resort is perfection, well thought out, excellent amenities and very well manicured and maintained. High quality food and service. Alfred the Great, always smiling and accommodating Vincent the beach server was very friendly and attentive Sharon our housekeeper always accommodate ANY request Lynette the restaurant manager made us always feel welcome and at home

We’ve just returned from our third visit to Galley Bay, a resort we’ve previously adored. While we still had a lovely, relaxing week in this stunning setting, we left with mixed feelings and, sadly, some doubts about returning for a fourth time.||The Positives:||Galley Bay remains an island paradise. The beach is absolutely beautiful; immaculate, peaceful, and perfect for swimming every day. We loved having our own sun loungers right on the beach, and there were always plenty of sunbeds and towels available. The sunsets were spectacular, and the grounds are breathtaking, filled with tropical flowers and well-maintained gardens.||We stayed in Room 11, a single-storey superior beachfront at the end of the block. It was gorgeous, with the added bonus of a private side patio and rocking chairs—a perfect spot for morning coffee or sunset watching. Housekeeping was efficient, and the in-room fridge was restocked daily.||Most of the food was very good, and the spa experience was excellent; the treatment and the spa staff were both top-notch. Galley Bay continues to be a wonderful choice for total relaxation.||The Negatives:||That said, we couldn’t help but feel a general decline in the overall atmosphere compared to our previous visits. Perhaps it’s the low season, but the service felt noticeably less warm and attentive than before. On past trips (one also in August), we never felt this level of disengagement from staff. While not everyone was indifferent, the overall vibe seemed more lacklustre than we remembered.||Not all restaurants were open daily during our stay, which was a bit disappointing and limits the meal options significantly. Fortunately, we did get to enjoy a lovely meal at Ismay’s for the repeat guests’ dinner.||We also had an issue with the bed in our room, it was far too soft and uncomfortable, making sleep difficult. When we raised it with guest services, we were told it was a brand new mattress, and a topper was added, which helped a little. While action was taken, we were made to feel awkward for bringing it up, which was a shame, especially as we’ve always slept so well here in the past.||Additionally, the bathroom was starting to show signs of wear and could benefit from some refurbishment. The coffee shop was another small let-down. We never managed to get a proper iced latte, and on more than one occasion they were undrinkable (including one made by simply adding ice cubes to a hot latte).|| One other unfortunate downside was the persistent noise from jet skis on some days, coming from a nearby resort. While this isn’t under Galley Bay’s control, the constant revving up and down the waterway just off the beach disrupted the peaceful atmosphere the resort is known for. At times, they came uncomfortably close to swimmers and snorkellers, which was both noisy and potentially dangerous. ||In Conclusion:||We still have a deep affection for Galley Bay. The location is magical; stepping out onto the beach from your room is something truly special. But for the high price point, we left feeling a little disappointed this time around. As much as it pains us to say it, we may need to explore somewhere new next time.

Galley Bay is beautiful to look at and most staff was very nice. But, my experience was terrible. I waited weeks to write this review as management had reached out to me and said they would get in touch with me that week to right their wrong and all now I have not heard from them and my stay was almost a month ago. ||I am a local and I am not sure if that contributed to my treatment. I am not sure if the hotel has quick turnover but it seems like different staff have different views on policies. If I knew some of the policies I would not stay there. And when i told management I kept being told different policies, I was talked down and the hotel never held accountability. Until the end when they said they would right their wrong and never did. I also told them about my diet, which is very limited and they did not seem to consider that at all. ||I came with intentions to make content to show off the hotel and get away as work was very stressful so I paid big money to get away. I left even more stressed than I was, got spoken to disrespectfully by management (even though most of the staff was lovely), I was hungry most evenings due to my diet restrictions not being paid attention to and overall no reach out as promised to right their wrong. I am sure a tourist would get better treatment staying here as I have visited a tourist here and can automatically see the treatment was better but as a local I would highly recommend not to go. I staycation often in Antigua and this was by far the worst treatment I’ve gotten at a staycation. ||I was hoping they would reach out to me to right their wrong but clearly they had no interest on doing so. Like I said before, beautiful aesthetic but I would not recommend otherwise.