Hermitage Bay

My husband and I have had great luck with several five-star Caribbean resorts (memorable ambiance, amenities, views, etc.) but Hermitage Bay proved to be a cut above. This personalized paradise was differentiated primarily by a genuine and dedicated host/staff team accompanied by an exceptional island-grown food and drink menu. Even on our last full day of the trip when the resort was battening down the hatches to brace for hurricane Erin, the experience remained beyond exceptional. 10/10 will visit again.

My new husband and I spent our honeymoon at Hermitage Bay and could not have more positive things to say about our experience! First, the resort and beach is absolutely gorgeous. We felt like we were living in a screensaver-- every moment was so calm, peaceful, and relaxed. It's obvious the resort was designed very thoughtfully and intentionally and it is impressively well kept! Everywhere you look is a beautiful view, not to mention the resort is decorated with modern and chic furniture while still maintaining a tropical atmosphere, which is very much my vibe. Second, the suites are as luxurious as they advertise. We stayed in a hillside pool suite and had the most STUNNING view we've ever seen in our lives. I've attached some photos which don't even begin to do it justice, but when choosing your suite I would highly recommend the hillside pool villa. It adds such a special touch to what is already an amazing resort. We spent a ton of time in our plunge pool and definitely feel these suites are superior to the beachside ones, though we met plenty of couples who enjoyed the beachside as well! Third, the food is 5-star at every meal. They somehow manage to make something as simple as a club sandwich look and taste gourmet. Typically at all inclusives we've stayed at in the past we'd get sick of the food by the end of the week, but not here. Although there is only one restaurant, there are plenty of options at every meal and seriously everything we ate was delicious. They also serve different meals in different locations so you get a change of scenery, which is really nice. One standout dining experience at Hermitage Bay is the sushi happy hour every afternoon, where the most fresh, authentic-tasting sushi we've ever eaten is served. This was one of the things that led us to decide on this resort and it did not disappoint!! Fourth, the staff-to-guest ratio has to be something like 5 to 1. Not only is there plenty of staff to accommodate your every need, but they are so friendly, kind, and just a joy to be around. Everyone is so invested in you having an amazing time and it shows. There is also live music every day and night which was so enjoyable and added something really special to the atmosphere. The level of service you get at Hermitage Bay is, in our experience, unmatched. Finally, while there are plenty of water activities/excursions you can add onto your stay, in my opinion, none of them are necessary. We jetskiied and went on a couple boat excursions (which were great!) but my favorite days were the ones we spent only at the resort. Between meals, the beach, pool, and your own plunge pool (if you stay in a hillside suite), your days feel plenty full and relaxed, which is why I like to go on a tropical vacation in the first place. Though I've done my best, my words certainly fall short of conveying the truly magic experience we had at Hermitage Bay. This place is worth every penny and we hope to return for several anniversaries in the

The accommodations, amenities and staff made our trip to Hermitage Bay so wonderful! The staff was exceptional and we loved how intimate it all was! We enjoyed a boat ride and lounging on the beach, the resort pool or just our private plunge pool! The weather was windy but there were places to escape to hide away from any sand or brief rain. I would say that if they could add additional rinsing areas from when you leave the beach, it would be helpful. I only saw one and it was at the entrance to the lobby/bar area. The daily sushi was such a treat and Jose made that a fun experience while the bartenders made wonderful cocktails! I’m still dreaming of the spicy passion fruit margarita! We stayed in a hillside suite and had a gorgeous view or the bay and sunset! The room had a spacious bathroom and expansive outdoor area with lots of lounging options. They took care of sticking to mini bar and house keeping was wonderful. The sinks did seem to leak slightly if you didn’t turn it just right and I wish there would have been a larger fan in the bathroom since the windows were only screened. The bed was comfortable and they offer additional pillow options and blankets. There was plenty of hanging space in the wardrobe section but i would have like doors or something to close them away. The food was plentiful and so fresh! We enjoyed the farm to table options and the fresh fish! We ordered room service for breakfast, lunch and dinner and it all arrived quickly and stayed warm. Our coffees and drinks were also so fresh! The entertainment while dining was also so good! Our last night had an amazing band and vocalist that we enjoyed while sipping drinks at the bar. We had visited Antigua before and were excited to return, and we couldn’t have asked for a better stay!!