Boasting endless white-sand beaches, acres of rugged rainforest, and plenty of untouched tangle just waiting to be explored, Antigua’s landscape remains relatively true to the way nature intended.
The best hotels on this glorious Caribbean island are a stone’s throw from the crystal-clear waters that lap its powder-soft shores. It’s a beach lover’s dream and anyone visiting would be hard-pushed to get round every stretch of golden sand—the saying goes there’s “a beach for every day of the year.”
Visit between June and October and you might just be lucky enough to watch baby turtles emerging, blurry-eyed from their shells before scuttling to the sea. There are optimum times for surfing here, too, but the year-round promise is that the vibe on this island is chilled. Days stretch lazily from sunrise swims to rum-fueled nightcaps, with the opportunity for a poolside snooze in between.
It’s easy to sink into vacation mode, especially when you’re checking into one of the best hotels in Antigua. We've rounded up the options, from ultra-luxe five-star resorts with all of the frills, to boutique hideaways so good you’ll be booking your return before you’ve even left for home.