Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, an HQ Luxury Resort & Residences

I noticed that a new check-in process has been implemented, where guests are seated and the staff come to assist them. This was very convenient, and the check-out process was also extremely smooth. The food was delicious—I especially loved the chicken rolls!

Given the high nightly rate, I did not feel that the room offered good value for money. The streetlight shining through the bathroom was bothersome, I could not figure out where to control the air conditioning, and although the bathroom was very spacious, the shower itself was extremely small. Water also kept spreading across the bathroom floor whenever the shower was used. Overall, I was a bit disappointed with the room on this trip.

Wonderful 4-star resort & spa located in a wonderful scenery (garden & beach) facing the magic Prickly Pear Island. Top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Three restaurants serving remarkable local, Japanese and international cuisine. Continental and local breakfast in an enchanting setting. Two beautiful swimming pools, one with overflowing water facing the sea. A white sandy beach to rest peacefully under its pleasant coconut trees. The discovery of Prickly Pear Island, with its white sandy beach offering a turquoise sea water, bird sanctuary, 5 minutes by free boat shuttle from the hotel.

The water from the hotel beach polluted by sea grass (sargasses).

Excellent holiday good teamwork by the staff

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The staff were friendly and professional, which is what one would expect from a hotel of this level. We also enjoyed the restaurant's waterfront location, where breakfast is served. Dinner was good, and the chef's work left a positive impression. Unfortunately, that was where the positive aspects of our stay largely ended.

Our room was located on the ground floor. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a persistent moldy smell, so the first thing we did was open the terrace door to air the room out. However, the terrace itself was quite surprising for a hotel in this price range: broken tiles on a rusted base and an empty, neglected planter. It is difficult to reconcile such conditions with the expectations of guests paying more than $800 per night. The next morning, I was awakened by a hotel employee standing on our terrace. He had climbed over the external fence to access a hatch hidden beneath the broken tiles. After noticing me, he left the same way he had entered. This raised serious concerns about guest privacy. The room itself also did not live up to either its advertised standard or its price. The finishes, furniture, and overall layout were very mediocre, and many design choices were simply impractical. It felt as though little thought had been given to guest comfort and that the designers had never experienced the level of attention to detail commonly found in international hotel chains. Disappointed with the room, we went to see the beach. In the hotel's photos it appears spacious and impressive. In reality, it is a small cove only about 30–40 meters long and looks very different from the promotional images. I would also like to mention a safety concern. In the bathroom, glass containers for shampoo and toiletries are positioned directly beneath the towel rack. When I pulled down a towel, I accidentally knocked one over. It shattered on the floor. Fortunately, I was not injured, but this placement seems poorly thought out. My husband and I had been traveling around the Caribbean islands, and this hotel was our final stop before returning home. Fortunately, the islands' natural beauty prevented this stay from spoiling our overall impression of the trip. However, given the room rate, our expectations were far higher than what we actually experienced.

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Positionnement Accueil Professionnalisme

Ordine

Posizione isolata

Cool place. Great service. Great rooms

A bit exposed to winds

Beautiful place. Right on the beach. I live that we have easy access to the private island

The staff wasn’t that nice. Housekeeping didn’t clean my room everyday like they should.

Beautiful location Relaxed hotel with great staff Good breakfast Especially loved prickly pear island just gorgeous w great food

We didn't get to stay there longer !

Beautiful view. small but nice beach. great access to prickly pear island. Meals on property were good, but expensive. Staff was pleasant.

Small resort. Too expensive for what is offered. No entertainment. limited activities - tennis, pool, some beach toys. not enough restaurant options. .

The staff was very accommodating!

Loved the beach and Prickly Pear Island, the restaurant, the tennis courts and gym. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was very helpful having a Butler - Michael was great for getting restaurant bookings and taxis, etc. Dougie on the beach was great. Loved Davy on the water taxi service back and forwards to Prickly Pear. Too many great staff to mention. Breakfast was good quality and kept us full until our evening meal. We ate out most evenings and there are some great restaurants within 30 minute taxi ride. The beach bar was nice and very reasonably priced at Happy Hour. Lovely relaxed resort with a great vibe.

Nothing that would put us off going again. It's medium sized resort - so think small and friendly rather than big with lots of entertainment and facilities that said they had what we needed - a nice beach, a couple of pools, good gym, two good tennis courts and a nice restaurant for breakfast. Not really much within walking distance but taxis are cheap and easy - it's a small island - you can get to the far side in 45 minutes.

Tolle Hotelanlage. Kleiner aber feiner Strand. Schöne Pools. Restaurant mit Meerblick, ebenfalls das Zimmer. Housekeeping war toll: Bettdecke wurde um 10 pm sofort geliefert. Auch Technischer Dienst kam noch um diese Zeit da Tresor und Wasserkocher nicht funktionierten. Herzlichen Dank.

Check In dauerte 45 Minuten für 4 Zimmer. Online Vorcheck In hat nicht funktioniert. Keine Amenities auf den Zimmern. Tresor funktionierte nicht, wurde aber noch spät am Abend repariert. Wasserkocher war das Kabel zu kurz, musste ihn auf den Bodennstellen. Wurde am nächsten Tag repariert. Badewanne wackelte gefährlich, wurde nich repartiert. Frühstpcksauwahl war mittelmässig für $ 30.

Beach and pools are great and Prickly Pear Island is a great option

Rooms are quite dated, service is very slow and often not effective. Some very pleasant staff but a few who seemingly don’t want to be there. Restaurant at prickly pear was unbelievably slow

Friendly staff, beautiful location, amazing room with incredible views of the ocean and the fantastic private island.

Water pressure in room

location and friendliness

Excellent resort. Would love to stay there again.

Everything

Very nice, good facility, awesome staff

Staff were above and beyond, Huge rooms, best rum punch on arrival!

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Worse hotel and service on all planet

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Decor

Security front guards first always assume you not a guess. They ask who are you here to pick up. You look local. Instead of how can I help. It would have been better to be all inclusive for food and drinks for guests.

Rooms were excellent , View is great, Staff are very friendly and helpful

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The music in the restaurant was excellent

Soulless hotel. Coffee served only black in the restaurant! No milk option. 🤷‍♀️ Poor service. Bedroom looked pleasant but a loud humming noise kept us awake during the night. This resort should be £150 per night max.

Scope for improving, needs renovation

Food was not the greatest so the fact that there are no other restaurants nearby is a bit inconvenient. The staff at the hotel is really wonderful tho, couldn't be more friendly or helpful. Rooms are nice but again, it's the staff that makes the place lovely!

Property staff was exceptional from check-in with Jaheim to a landscaper Danfari assisting with a little thing such as taking me to a pipe to wash sand off my feet.

Loved the resort, the staff, and our room! Everything was top notch and service was excellent. Prickley Pear was an added bonus!

When you enter the property right away you knew you were in for a gyreat treat. The staff at the front greeted and welcomed me. I checked in and reciebed help taking my bags to the room. The room was large and nicely decoreted. Staff in all departments were The moment I entered the property, I knew I was in for a great treat. The staff at the front desk greeted me warmly and made me feel welcome. Check-in was smooth, and I received assistance with taking my bags to my room. The room itself was spacious and beautifully decorated. Staff in every department were pleasant and helpful, making the entire stay a wonderful experience. I would gladly return.

My stay at Hodges Bay Resort in Antigua was unforgettable. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel genuinely welcome—warm, attentive, and always ready to help. The setting is simply breathtaking, with crystal-clear waters, a peaceful private beach, and gorgeous views everywhere you look. I especially loved lounging by the infinity pool, soaking in the serenity and island breeze. My room was spacious, beautifully designed, and incredibly comfortable, with a balcony that offered the perfect spot for morning coffee and sunsets. The food was another highlight—fresh, flavorful, and served with a smile. Hodges Bay combines modern luxury with a relaxed Caribbean charm, and I left feeling truly recharged. I can’t wait to return.

While I absolutely loved my stay at Hodges Bay Resort, I would note that the rooms are on the pricier side. However, given the quality of the service, amenities, and overall experience, I felt the value was still there. It’s definitely more of a splurge destination, but one worth treating yourself to.

It was such a great experience at the Hodge Bay Resorts. The staff is just amazing, and the service is excellent. There are tons of spaces and a great location. The resort is on the ocean, and the view is breathtaking. You can take a boat ride to Prickly Pearl Island and enjoy many other activities. It is family-friendly, so everyone can enjoy it.

This property is close to the airport. The staff are polite and friendly. I willl definitely stay there again.

What I loved most about Hodges Bay Resort & Spa was how truly phenomenal the entire experience was from start to finish. The hotel itself is absolutely stunning — beautifully designed with a perfect blend of luxury and comfort. But what really made the stay unforgettable was the exceptional staff. Every single team member we encountered was warm, welcoming, and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Their attention to detail and genuine hospitality made us feel so well cared for. The room service was also superb — timely, professional, and the food was always delicious and beautifully presented. Whether we were ordering breakfast in bed or a late-night snack, everything exceeded our expectations. I can’t recommend Hodges Bay enough — it’s the kind of place that makes you never want to leave.

Honestly, there was nothing I didn’t like about Hodges Bay Resort & Spa. Every detail was thoughtfully curated, and the experience was flawless from beginning to end. From the phenomenal property to the exceptional staff and top-tier room service, everything exceeded expectations. It’s rare to say this, but I truly wouldn’t change a thing.

Absolutely loved it! Can't wait to go back!

Amazing resort, amazing staff.

I love everything about this trip. It was an amazing experience!

The property is beautiful and very well kept. It is extremely quiet and relaxing. The private island Prickly Pear was a little disappointing, not much to it. I didn’t really care for the white sands restaurant staff. I feel like they were not very attentive (the daytime staff). Also watch the menu switcharoo, they try and charge more on the bill than the listed price on the menu. The front desk people were very nice and the cleaning people were on point. The food is good but very very very expensive. This hotel is close to nothing in walking distance so if you plan to explore the island get a rental car. The stay overall was good, but the hidden fees and overcharging for every little thing was pretty ridiculous. For some good food close by is a hidden little gem Called Canvas. It is a $10 5 minute cab ride there and the food is delicious. This resort is beautiful, my reason for the 8 out of ten is solely because of some of the restaurant staff.

We stayed at the hotel for 2 days. During this two-day period, the attention and interest at the hotel was nice. There were enough employees. I found their breakfast a bit inadequate.

Good hotel i enjoyed my stay

Very nice resort, beach is lovely and. The views are great. The staff was friendly and helpful, especially the staff down at the Drift bar. Marvelous and Delvin were both amazing. The spa services were also incredible.

The hotel is average by all standards. This is not a 5 star hotel and does not live up to the norms of a luxury holiday destination.

Just like the taxi drivers in Antigua, the people working here will try to con and cheat you out of your money. Several times I had to correct bills they handed me with an extra charge snuck in. The receptionist even lied & told me I needed to pay for the room again even though I had fully paid on hotels.com. Had to spend a long time going back and forth with her. Food is mediocre. Breakfast is terrible and overpriced. Dinner is ok but overpriced. Even the fries aren’t tasty. It’s not worth the price

I had an amazing time at Hodges Bay. From when I arrived, I was warmly greeted by Jaheim (I hope I got his name right). He offered me and my guest a beverage and a cool towel since it was very hot outside. We were then given a tour of the grounds by Javid and Jamar and then quickly taken to our rooms, allowing us to unwind and relax. Throughout our stay, both Javid and Jamar were very helpful even assisting us with excursions off the property. The property itself was very lovely. Clean and beautiful! I couldn’t have asked for a better ocean front resort. The beds were comfortable and once I figured out how to get the shower water to a hot temperature, I was at ease. We never had to ask them to clean our space or ask for extra towels. The room was always well equipped with what we needed. I cannot forget to mention that upon our arrival to the room, they had fresh fruits and brownies waiting for us. The beach was beautiful and we had no issues with seaweed. Access to Prickly Pear was a bonus and I cannot put into words how beautiful the scenery was. Jean-Marie was a dear! She set up travel arrangements for Barbuda. She made sure we had a taxi to and from. Anything that we needed, she made happen and it never seemed like we were asking for too much. Tanika, Anastasia, and Tango were also amazing at the bar! Drinks were strong and delicious and the food even better. The pools, the spa… Omg the spa! Everything was amazing! Please do not hesitate to book here. You won’t regret it.

My partner and I spent four days at Hodges Resort in an oceanfront suite, and overall, it was a wonderful experience. The room was beautifully designed, and the resort itself is absolutely stunning, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. The only drawback during our stay was the occasional lack of hot water. We reported the issue to the front desk, and while it was eventually resolved, it took several hours—unfortunately, this meant we couldn’t shower that evening. That said, the hotel staff truly went above and beyond . Every team member we encountered was incredibly warm, personable, and welcoming, which made our stay all the more enjoyable.

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My spouse, five year old and I had a lovely week long stay here. The grounds were clean and beautiful, the food delicious and the staff kind and attentive. Being a smaller resort, you truly feel like a special guest and not just a hotel room number. Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a week in paradise.

This hotel was absolutely stunning. The villas are perfect for people traveling with multiple families and the views are spectacular, the food was delicious, grounds extremely well kept and beautifully landscaped, staff very accommodating, two beautiful pools and terrific beach. Very upscale hotel highly recommended.

We had some issues with the water pressure in our villa for showers, but staff was very attentive to address the problem. Prickly pear island is beautiful but can be extremely hot if you’re going over for lunch. Lastly - there is not much around the resort so if you like to explore and get off resort it will be expensive by cab to do so.

Really nice property, with lots of activities and entertainment. Staff were super friendly.

The high prices for food and drinks, but this seems to be the norm for Antigua.

Nice property, but a little expensive. Food was good but desert portions were tiny.

I went with some friends to stay at this resort and it was a lovely experience overall. Pros: The scenery is beautiful. The private island is probably the best part. Cons: The service could be better, the staff are not as attentive as I would have liked for a resort this size and caliber. IMPORANT: I did get Scombroid food poisoning from the fish tacos on the first day, which is caused by fish that is not stored properly. I tried to notify the hotel after my stay and they did not respond.

Nice hotel!!

Never been to Antigua so inguessninshouldnhave done more research. When we arrived the staff was very nice champagne, took our bags parked our car showed us around. After that it was more like fend for yourself. We have a room with a butler ...met her for 30 seconds and that was it. Our refrigerator didnt work i told them nothing happened, three days never refilled our water until i called and it took 12 hours. They have staff everywhere and all theybdo is talk to eachother. Never ask if you want a drink at the beach or pool. Asked for coffee it literally took the 40 minutes in the restaurant. Rooms are ok overall. We have a beachfront with loungers that were never sunny and the staff never chnaged the covers they were dirty every day. Management really need to look to change the culture of the staff. It was literally like we were a nuisance being there.

We loved the private island that is associated with the resort - Prickly Pear. We also loved the views from our room. The rooms were very spacious and the pools were nice and clean. The staff was friendly, we especially enjoyed our interactions with Tango and Jamar. This is the PERFECT vacation if you simply want to relax.

We would've liked better dining options on the resort, specifically for breakfast. The resort only offered a buffet. We also would've liked a few more supplies in the kitchen such as a blender, larger bowls, and sharper knives.

Beautiful property! While family friendly, the property has more of an adult vibe. The complimentary boat to Prickly Pear Island is a great amenity. Loved dinner on the beach with musical entertainment and a fire dancer!

What an amazing resort! Staff was wonderful, great spa, food, drinks and the beach and pools are to die for. Art is hung everywhere so it has a great vibe. Did I mention they have their own private island for guest to enjoy?!?!!!!!! Scrumptious

It was absolutely fantastic!

Amazing property and villa. We had a great time. Only food needs to be improved

We had a great and time and would definitely come back. We tried to book some off resort hikes and the staff did not help make it happen. Otherwise, everything was delightful!

Property well kept. Free upgrade. Super friendly staff.

Great stay, people were very kind and welcoming, resort was vey relaxing and beach is beautiful

Very clean, cozy place, beautiful private beach with access to its own private party island.

I enjoyed my stay

Beautiful property. Friendly & helpful staff. Excellent restaurants, delicious food. Loved the private island.

Just an amazing property wonderful staff very clean and comfortable and we will be returning five stars for sure

The resort is lovely and convenient to the airport. The staff (everyone) are very friendly and accommodating. We booked an Ocean Front Junior Suite and we could not have asked for anything more. The hotel has restaurants on sight and there are many close by. We also enjoyed spending the day at Prickly Pear Island. We were very happy with our stay!

Overall this resort is very nice. Beautifully designed and decorated and nice art work throughout. When we were there it was very quiet. Beach is small. Prickly Pear Island is a bonus and a beautiful spot to spend the day via a short complimentary boat ride. Food is OK not amazing. Most of the staff were very friendly and great service but at times the service was slow. This area is quite remote and not within walking distance to anything. St. Johns is 15 minute drive and English Harbour and area is 45 minutes. Great spot to relax and unwind but not much to do in the area.

Hudson Bay is a really nice place to stay at. Staff is friendly and the highlight is definitely the little island they also have, only 5 min boat ride - we preferred the lunch on the island instead of hotel! Rooms need a bit of touch up and TV signal needs to be sorted. Would be great to have all inclusive setup as well. All in all a very nice stay and worth the money we paid, definitely recommend it!

Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Not overly crowded. Beachfront room was beautiful.

I appreciated the early check in, the lovely pool and beach, the quiet safe environment. The staff was friendly and accommodating, the facility very clean

It was very clean and not too crowded. I would have liked a walking path so i didn't have to go to the gym to exercise. My husband wasn't thrilled with all the steps and no elevator. Overall, though, was a very good experience.

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Beautiful property, pool, beach and views from rooms. Highly recommend if you just want a nice relaxing vacation

The location is fantastic, close to St John’s and the airport, with its own private island. The staff were exceptionally polite and efficient and always remembered our names. In particular, Dougie, Tango, Jean-Marie and Jamarel all stood out. Dougie took me sailing on a few occasions - only 20 bucks for 30 mins - showing great courage and patience, I thought, given my basic skills. I got the holiday of a lifetime, thanks, in part, to Dougie. We were upgraded after there was an issue with our room: beachfront villa. The food on site is NOT poor or OK, as some reviews have stated, but well above average, and the breakfast, by European standards, is excellent. There are so many superb places to eat within half an hour that I would recommend not eating at the resort each evening, then moaning about it, but renting a car and going out. The hotel will help you rent a car.

There was a serious problem with our original room; part of a much larger issue with overall maintenance and management. I am assured the issue is now being dealt with and in fact the hotel is now under new management.

The estate is beautifully maintained. The staff are uniformly helpful. Prickly pear island is a treat!

TV reception is very poor. This should be a quick fix, a promised set box top never appeared. Following a paid for upgrade the bath leaked and plaster fell off of the ceiling. Remember this room is very expensive! Also, we ordered room service dinner but the food was low quality and cold. Interestingly we ate at the restaurant the following day and the food was good. Perhaps they should drop room service if it cannot reach the room hot. On departure $200 was deducted for the above which was gratefully received however, for the cost of staying there you expect an almost flawless experience. Would I stay there again? Yes. But they should work hard to iron out these issues. I think the poor TV reception has been mentioned by previous residents obviously to no avail.

Nice location and beautiful island you can go over to on the hotel shuttle

Our room was really damp and smelled. The sofas were really stained and there was hardly any water in the bathroom. I had to shower in the pool showers which had no hot water so freezing.

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Very nice hotel!

The property was very nice. We enjoyed visiting the island and relaxing at the adult pool. The restaurant options could have been better as the food was average.

We usually stay on the south shore but decided to stay on the north shore shore mainly due to price. Never again. The positives were it's closeness to the airport, the rooms were a good size, and the people in and out of the resort were very cordial, that's it. Oh and the pools were pretty. Older redone property with a tiny manmade beach. One small beach bar that was too cold and windy at night to sit at. Two restaurants, one was closed most of the eight days we were there. Food quality was OK at best. There are some decent restaurants not too far off, but it's a $20-$40 cab fare. Large property with a lot of steps and ramps to get to anywhere in the resort. Rooms are very Spartan with very little furniture. Our air conditioner seemed to work only when it wanted to even after two visits by the engineer. The resort is not bad it's just very boring.

Very clean and staff was amazing. We also enjoyed the restaurants.

Lack of entertainment. Would have been nice to have some music by the pools, but the resort is amazing ans very relaxing.

Really liked the beach area and the pool.

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