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Carlisle Bay
Carlisle Bay

| Location: | Caribbean / Antigua / Antigua |
| Spa Type: | Resort & Hotel Spas |
| Description: | Carlisle Bay Antigua A truly exciting resort in the Caribbean, bringing chic contemporary luxury to the beach Sister hotel to the award-winning One Aldwych in London Cool calm interiors 82 spacious ocean-facing suites Two outstanding restaurants, East and Indigo on the Beach Three great bars Fabulous, friendly service Exceptional Blue Spa with 100% pure and natural products A host of water sports Gymnasium, personal training, yoga, Pilates Nine tennis courts Luxurious private screening room Cool Kids Club And much much more |
Location
Carlisle Bay is situated on the magnificent undeveloped south coast of Antigua Set in a sweeping bay on a ravishing beach Backdrop of rolling hills and lush tropical rainforest Thirty minutes drive from the airport and the tiny bustling capital of St Johns Twenty minutes from Nelsons Dockyard and English Harbour.
Accommodation
Suites Carlisle Bay has 82 beautiful contemporary luxury suites, each irresistibly spacious and all designed with fabulous thoughtful extras.
82 suites Junior to three bedroom all having:-
Cool calm spacious interiors
Bespoke furniture
Luxurious silks
Crisp white Frette bed linen
Individually controlled air conditioning and ceiling fans
Large day bed on every balcony and terrace
Pure and natural bath products
Stunning original photography
Fresh fruit delivered daily
Private balcony or terrace
Breathtaking ocean views from every single suite
Fully stocked minibar
Express overnight laundry and one hour pressing
Dry cleaning
Hairdryers
In-room safe
24 hour room service
Beach Suite:
Beach Balcony Suite: 68 sq m / 730 sq ft
Bedroom with king-size bed and sitting area plus a separate study or second bedroom with twin beds and balcony (upper level). Beach Balcony Suites sleep up to three adults, or two adults and two children aged between six and fifteen.
Beach Terrace Suite: 68 sq m / 730 sq ft
Bedroom with king-size bed and sitting area plus a separate study or second bedroom with twin beds and terrace (ground level). Beach Terrace Suites sleep up to three adults, or two adults and two children up to the age of fifteen.
Ocean Suite: 72 sq m / 780 sq ft
Spacious, split-level, open plan bedroom/sitting room. Ocean Suites have king-size beds and sleep up to two adults.
Carlisle Suite A: 150 sq m / 1615 sq ft
Three double bedrooms, two with king-size beds and one with twin beds - all en suite, large sitting room and kitchen. Carlisle Suites sleep up to six adults or can take up to two adults and four children.
Carlisle Suite B: 150 sq m / 1615 sq ft
Three double bedrooms, two with king-size beds and one with twin beds - all en suite, large sitting room and kitchen. Carlisle Suites sleep up to six adults or can take up to two adults and four children.
Carlisle Suites B are very similar to Carlisle Suites A but two of the double bedrooms have ocean views and there is a large wrap-around balcony.
Cuisine
Carlisle Bay has two of Antiguas most outstanding restaurants Indigo on the Beach offering delicious healthy grills, barbeques, seafood and salads And East restaurant serving exciting Asian food in a stunning contemporary setting. East
Strikingly designed space offering an eclectic mix of Japanese, Thai and Vietnamese food Stunning entrance through tall Indonesian carved doors Exciting dramatic interior Armchairs with dramatic fuchsia pink slipcovers A fantastic contemporary setting for dinner in air conditioned comfort.
No fussy dress codes. Opening Hours: open daily for dinner only, 6.30pm 10.00pm. Families with children under six years old who wish to eat at East should be seated between 6.30pm and 7.15pm, and leave shortly after 8pm. No smoking restaurant.
Indigo on the Beach
Peaceful and informal setting on the beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea Warm ocean breezes, gorgeous views, the ultimate way to relax Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner Separate breakfast served for families Simply delicious light and healthy food with an accent on grills, fresh seafood and wonderful salads Flexible menus, order breakfast any time that suits you Beach barbeques and live entertainment once a week. No fussy dress codes. Opening Hours: open daily from 7.00am 10.00pm.
Indigo on the Beach Bar
Adjacent to Indigo on the Beach restaurant overlooking the secluded scooping bay Beautiful contemporary Italian furniture and a unique dark wood bar inset with hand-laid light grey pebbles.
A fantastically relaxing setting, great any time Freshly squeezed juices, afternoon tea, a long cool drink, cocktails before dinner.
Opening Hours: open daily from 9.00am until late.
Pavilion Bar
Opposite East restaurant At one end of the Pavilion with its dramatic double height vaulted ceiling White linen-covered sofas and chairs Pickled grey walls and sleek dark wood furniture Slatted plantation shutters with views of the gardens and pool beyond.
A luxurious setting for light snacks, afternoon tea or drinks before dinner.
With piano or jazz every night and evocative lighting, the Pavilion Bar at night is not to be missed.
Opening Hours: open daily from 9.00am until late.
Jetty Bar
Informal beach bar opposite the jetty Great views along the beach and out over the ocean
Ideal for a drink after a swim or water sports Perfect for a beer while the sun goes down.
Bar Opening Hours: open daily from 10.00am 6.00pm.
Spa
Spa StatisticsThe Blue Spa at Carlisle Bay, at 17,000 square feet, has a beautiful backdrop of rolling hills and rainforest. It is a setting that inspires peace, calm and contemplation A fabulous environment for complete relaxation. Health, wellbeing and feeling fantastic all three fundamental to Carlisle Bays philosophy.
Spa Facilities
6 treatment rooms, a dedicated wet treatment room, Couples treatment room, Sauna, Plunge pools, Hair salon, Juice bar, Chill out zone, Gymnasium.
A Selection of Treatments & Therapies
Massages, including Traditional Thai Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Facials, Body Scrubs & Wraps, Manicures & Pedicures, Waxing, Teen Treatments & Mother-to-be and New Mother Treatments.
Yoga at the Carlisle Bay
Yoga and Pilates Instruction available as groups or individually.
Facilities
Blue SpaSwimming Pool
Gymnasium
There are nine fantastic tennis courts at Carlisle Bay eight cushioned hard courts and one artificial grass court. Four courts are lit for night play. A fully equipped Pro Shop is happy to assist with any guest requirement. Rackets, shoes and a ball machine are complimentary.
Private screening room showing movies every night
Library
Gift shop selling specially selected designer items
Kids Club
A purpose-built facility Fully equipped Air conditioned centre with large shaded terrace, jungle gym, sandpit, paddling pool and four mini tennis courts Set in the hotel's tropical gardens catering for children from six months to twelve years old
Professionally qualified staff will keep your children safe and occupied with a variety of activities whilst you relax.
Open from Monday to Sunday, 8.30am to 12.30pm and 1.15pm to 4.15pm No charge for children aged from two years Rates apply for babies and toddlers Complimentary high tea each day
Evening babysitter service available.
Carlisle Bay is completely child friendly with its safe beach and spacious two-roomed Beach Suites Smaller guests are made to feel at home from the outset with a weekly activity programme and a children's robe on arrival The entertainment doesn't end in the Kids Club, there are children's movies shown daily in the screening room.
Children attending the club are generally split into the following age groups:
Creche from six months to three years
Activities include finger painting, water play, treasure hunts and beach games
Four to seven years
Activities include art projects, song and dance, junior tennis and swimming
Eight to twelve years
Activities include outdoor sports, indoor activities and two excursions per week such as hobie cat sailing, mini hikes or swimming with sting rays (there is a charge for off-site visits)
Teenagers are welcome to join the younger children on excursions and can make use of the tennis and watersports clinics.
Activities & Excursions
Carlisle Bay offers a host of different activities Water sports Boat excursions Tennis State-of-the-art gymnasium Yoga Pilates Island tours Even a guided hiking trail through the rainforest. Professional instruction is available for:
Windsurfing Sailing Tennis Yoga and Pilates Working out in the gymnasium, where personal training programmes can be tailored to suit individual needs.
In addition there is plenty to see and do around the island From golf to bareboat charter Craft shopping to helicopter tours Kayaking eco adventure tours to exploring historical attractions And much much more...
Guests at Carlisle Bay can do as little or as much as they want.

