From the company behind London's One Aldwych, Carlisle Bay has brought contemporary, chic luxury to the Caribbean, understated and slinky with an unrivalled location on the white sand and palm tree perfection of Antigua's south coast.
Accommodation
Set in a secluded bay framed by dramatic hills and ancient mangroves, Carlisle Bay has subtle touches of the East throughout, with cool, calm interiors, swish spacious suites with state-of-the-art facilities one would expect from a city hotel and sumptuous film-star bathrooms where you can lie back in the tub and admire the colourful birds from the rainforest sanctuary.
Luxuries
The hotel breathes an air of laid-back sophistication, and guests seem most content sipping cocktails by the pool, sunning on the beach or indulging in a spa treatment at the 17,000 sq ft zen-like Blue Spa which uses the gorgeous Aromatherapy Associates' products.
Dining Out
Serious foodies should go to 'East' for pan-Asian flavours or to Indigo for fresh seafood, grills and a great burger! And don't miss Friday night's beach BBQ in a magical setting under the stars.
Activities
Other 'wow' factors include a private cinema and a funky designer library packed with great holiday reads, all topped off with amazing staff for whom nothing is too much trouble. There's a great gym, tennis and it's surprisingly child-friendly too, with a kid's club and qualified nanny on hand. Carlisle Bay is without a doubt one of the most exciting things in recent years to hit the Caribbean.