Old Road, Carlisle Bay, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda

Carlisle Bay

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Carlisle Bay

Luxury all-suite Antigua beach resort with a white-sand beachfront setting

Set on Antigua’s southwest coast beside a rainforest-backed, horseshoe-shaped bay, this five-star all-suite resort pairs relaxed Caribbean beach life with refined dining, family and adults-only areas, complimentary non-motorised watersports, a spa, fitness centre, cinema and kids’ club. Enjoy four restaurants, four bars, free Wi-Fi, sunset views, and easy access to sailing, snorkelling, rainforest adventures, Nelson’s Dockyard and English Harbour, around 30 minutes from V.C. Bird International Airport.

A yoga silhouette stands on the beach at sunset at Carlisle Bay.
A yoga silhouette stands between palms on the beach at sunset at Carlisle Bay.
A guest practices yoga on a sunlit deck at Carlisle Bay.
A guest receives a massage in a treatment room at Carlisle Bay.
A close-up shows a facial massage with candles and tropical greenery at Carlisle Bay.
A massage table is set in an open-air spa pavilion at Carlisle Bay.
A therapist gives a massage beside tropical greenery at Carlisle Bay.
A guest receives a facial treatment in the spa at Carlisle Bay.
Pickleball paddles and balls rest by the net on a court at Carlisle Bay.
A blue-sailed catamaran glides on turquoise water off Carlisle Bay.
A blue-sailed catamaran sails toward the beach and hills at Carlisle Bay.
A motorboat cruises across the bay with Carlisle Bay resort in the background.
A tennis net stretches across a shaded palm-lined court at Carlisle Bay.
A player serves on a blue tennis court surrounded by greenery at Carlisle Bay.
A tennis player returns a shot on a palm-lined court at Carlisle Bay.
Boat crew member stands on the bow approaching the beach at Carlisle Bay.
Paddleboarder glides beside a rocky green coastline near Carlisle Bay.
Two paddleboarders seen from above on clear green water at Carlisle Bay.
Palm trees, loungers, and white umbrellas line the beach at Carlisle Bay.
Guests relax in a beach daybed at sunset with a server at Carlisle Bay.
A small boat sits in silhouette on golden sunset water at Carlisle Bay.
A person stands in calm water beneath a palm silhouette at sunset at Carlisle Bay.
Screening room with rows of seats and a Carlisle Bay screen.
Wooden playground with green slides and swings at Carlisle Bay.
Overhead view of a guest on a lounger beside a curved pool at Carlisle Bay.
Guest reclining on a poolside lounger amid tropical palms at Carlisle Bay.
Illuminated walkway over water leading to a pavilion at Carlisle Bay.
White pergola walkway with bougainvillea in the gardens at Carlisle Bay.
Aerial view of the beach, jetty, palms, and turquoise water at Carlisle Bay.
Two cushioned loungers and a white umbrella face the turquoise sea at Carlisle Bay.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Dining & Drinks

Includes full breakfast, three-course lunch, daily afternoon tea and three-course dinner across the resort’s restaurants, with bars available for drinks.

Room Service

Daily breakfast can be served by in-room dining, and 24-hour room service is available on call during your stay.

Pool & Beach

Enjoy service around the beachfront setting and outdoor pools, with umbrellas, loungers, bars and shaded Coconut Grove spaces nearby.

Entertainment

Movie nights in the 45-seat screening room, jazz and piano at Pavilion Bar, and daily afternoon tea add relaxed resort entertainment.

Sports & Fitness

Complimentary non-motorised watersports include snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and paddle-boarding, alongside fitness classes, tennis, pickleball and Technogym facilities.

Wi-Fi Included

Free Wi-Fi is available in guest rooms and public areas throughout the resort, keeping every stay easily connected.

Guests relax in a woven beach cabana between palm trees at Carlisle Bay.
Wide aerial view of Carlisle Bay resort along the beach with green hills behind.
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Rooms & Suites

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Bay Suites Official 1

Bay Suites

  • 770 ft2
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Garden Suites Official 1

Garden Suites

  • 770 ft2
  • 3 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Sheer bed drape and bedside chest in an Ocean Suite at Carlisle Bay.

Ocean Suites

  • 770 ft2
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Bay Suite living area with sofa and armchairs at Carlisle Bay.

Bay Suite

  • 650 ft2
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Twin beds in a beach balcony suite bedroom at Carlisle Bay with turquoise pillows and louvered windows.

Suite Balcony Beach

  • 650 ft2
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King + 2 Twin Beds
Twin beds and a writing desk in a Terrace beach suite bedroom at Carlisle Bay.

Suite Terrace Beach

  • 760 ft2
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King + 2 Twin Beds
Carlisle Bay suite bedroom with a king bed, vaulted ceiling and ocean-view balcony.

Suite Carlisle Suite King

  • 1800 ft2
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Kings + 2 Twin Beds
Suite Garden Official 1

Suite Garden

  • 770 ft2
  • 3 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Ocean Suite balcony dining table with palms beyond at Carlisle Bay.

Suite Ocean

  • 770 ft2
  • 3 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
SAVOR THE FLAVOR

reSTAURANTS & BARS

Open-air beachfront dining room with set tables and sailboats at Carlisle Bay.

Indigo on the Beach

Caribbean International Restaurant

An open-sided Caribbean international restaurant at Carlisle Bay offering grilled seafood, homemade breads, pasta, salads and Caribbean-inspired dishes beside the sand and sea. Indigo on the Beach suits relaxed breakfasts, lunches and dinners, with a breezy terrace feel and easy barefoot charm.

Overhead view of Asian dishes on a round table at Carlisle Bay.

East

Pan-Asian Restaurant

An upscale Pan-Asian restaurant at Carlisle Bay serving Japanese, Thai and Indonesian dishes, with sushi, sashimi and Balinese specialties in a dramatic air-conditioned setting. East is perfect for couples and honeymooners, with carved Indonesian doors and a sophisticated dark wood and fuchsia interior.

Thin-crust pizza with basil on an outdoor table at Carlisle Bay.

OTTIMO!

Italian Restaurant

A casual Italian restaurant at Carlisle Bay offering wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, crisp salads and gelato in a shaded poolside setting. OTTIMO! is perfect for relaxed family lunches and easygoing dinners, with a less formal feel close to the water.

Couple dining on a wooden jetty at sunset over the bay at Carlisle Bay.

The Jetty Grill

Caribbean Grill Restaurant

An adults-only Caribbean grill restaurant at Carlisle Bay serving locally sourced seafood, grilled meats, steaks and burgers beside the jetty with views over the bay and Caribbean waters. The Jetty Grill suits grown-up dinners with a breezy, relaxed feel and reservations required.

Open-air bar with wicker seating, candles and an ocean backdrop at Carlisle Bay.

Pavilion Bar

Caribbean Cocktail Bar

An elegant Caribbean cocktail bar at Carlisle Bay offering fruit punches and pre-dinner drinks in an open-sided pavilion cooled by sea and rainforest air. Pavilion Bar is ideal for a cocktail before East or an easy lunchtime pause, with jazz and piano adding a polished mood.

Tropical rum bottle and creamy cocktail on a beach table at Carlisle Bay.

The Jetty Bar

Cocktail Bar

A relaxed cocktail bar at Carlisle Bay offering fresh coconuts, easy drinks and sweeping views over the bay after a day on the water. The Jetty Bar suits unhurried sundowners and casual catch-ups, with a breezy, low-key feel by the jetty.

Beachfront pavilion with palm trees and shallow water in front at Carlisle Bay.

Indigo Bar

Cocktail Bar

An open-sided beach bar at Carlisle Bay offering cocktails, fruit punches and drinks beside the sand, with simple rattan chairs and sofas. Indigo Bar is perfect for easygoing refreshments at any hour, with a breezy, sociable feel close to the beach.

Terrace dining tables set for sunset over the water at Carlisle Bay.

The Coconut Grove

Cocktail Bar

A shaded beach bar at Carlisle Bay offering cocktails and afternoon tea on a quiet swathe of sand behind the main beach. The Coconut Grove is perfect for a peaceful drink between sea and shade, with loungers, chairs and an easygoing coastal feel.

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Explore The Area

Set along the serene shores of Carlisle Bay on Antigua’s southwest coast, Carlisle Bay offers an all-ages escape surrounded by rainforest and natural beauty, directly on a wide, gently curving white-sand beach. The resort sits near the protected waters off Cades Reef, one of Antigua’s best-known dive sites, just five minutes away by boat and perfect for unforgettable ocean adventures without ever leaving the sand. Nearby, guests can explore the calm, snorkel-friendly waters of Morris Bay, a local favourite just west near the village of Old Road. Day trips along the scenic Fig Tree Drive to Nelson’s Dockyard and English Harbour offer history and culture within easy reach. The charming village of Old Road is also nearby for local shops and daily life. Conveniently located about 30–40 minutes from V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU), this resort blends secluded luxury with access to Antigua’s top attractions.

What's Nearby

Carlisle Bay near Carlisle Bay
Carlisle Bay 1 min walk
Fig Tree Drive 5 Min Walk
Fig Tree Drive 5 min walk
Antigua Naval Dockyard And Related Archaeological Sites 5 Min Drive
Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites 5 min drive
Mount Obama 10 Min Drive
Mount Obama 10 min drive
Turner S Beach 10 Min Drive
Turner's Beach 10 min drive
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CARLISLE BAY FAQs

Yes, Carlisle Bay welcomes families and offers separate family and adult sections of its 500-metre crescent beach, along with a free Cool Kids Club for children ages 2 to 6 and the Crew Blue programme for ages 7 to 12 during school holidays.

Carlisle Bay features dedicated adults-only spaces, including half of its crescent beach reserved for adults and couples, an adults-only pool, and the adults-only Jetty Grill restaurant, alongside its family-friendly amenities.

The minimum check-in age at Carlisle Bay is 21, meaning the primary guest booking a suite must meet this age requirement.

Children are welcomed in most suite categories at Carlisle Bay, however children under 18 are not permitted in the Bay Suite room types, which are reserved for adult guests.

Carlisle Bay features four restaurants – Indigo on the Beach, East, OTTIMO!, and the adults-only Jetty Grill – along with four bars, including the Pavilion Bar, Jetty Bar, Indigo Bar, and Coconut Grove.

Yes, Carlisle Bay is home to the Cara Organic Beauty Spa, a two-storey complex offering ESPA treatments, six treatment rooms, plunge pools, and a sauna, plus a fully equipped Technogym fitness centre and yoga/Pilates pavilion.

Carlisle Bay offers complimentary non-motorised water sports including snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and paddle-boarding, along with an on-site PADI dive school for scuba enthusiasts.

Yes, Carlisle Bay is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, reflecting its 5-star standard of service and accommodation in Antigua.

The nearest airport to Carlisle Bay is V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU), approximately a 30-minute drive from the resort.

Carlisle Bay offers an All-Inclusive option featuring full breakfast, a three-course lunch, daily afternoon tea, and a three-course dinner, with kids eating free as part of resort policy.

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