Galley Bay Resort and Spa - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Customer Ratings & Reviews

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4730 reviews

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  Beautiful, Relaxing, 5* Resort

  We have just returned from two weeks at Galley Bay - you certainly won't be disappointed if you visit here. We had the most relaxing two weeks ever! The resort is fantastic. We stayed in a Premium Beachfront Suite which is worth every penny, it is kept spotless by housekeeping each day and fridge restocked with beer/wine/water/cokes. We loved being able to just walk out from our room, from our veranda, straight onto the beach onto our own sun loungers, so no battling over beds. The thing that makes this resort however so brilliant is the Segrape Restaurant where the food is superb. Every evening, we had the most delicious meal, lots of choice, portions not too big but perfect, all inclusive wine is very good too. We didn't bother eating at the other two restaurants for dinner as we loved this restaurant so much. We did eat at Gaugain Restaurant for breakfast a couple of times for variety, superb and a truly beautiful quiet setting. Gaugain is much quieter than the Seagrape, food equally as good. The resort is definitely quiet (if you are looking for a party resort, this is not the place for you). There is really good live music each evening, dancing some nights, but finishes at about 11pm which suited us! (Note that the average age of guests is around 65-75 although there were a couple of younger couples). The resort gym is small with poor air conditioning but adequate for what we needed. The equipment in the gym is up to date but only one of everything (eg. one treadmill, one cross trainer etc). Plenty of room for weights though. The beach is beautiful, very clean and well kept and bar staff that will come and serve drinks. There are watersports each day although some of the days were red flags during our stay so unable to go into the sea. The sea is gorgeous for swimming otherwise, clear waters, very quiet beach and private. Most of the staff are very nice and helpful. The only negative for the resort that I must mention is that sometimes service is slow but you are on holiday, so we didn't mind very much. However, I agree with a couple of previous reviewers, a small number of staff are miserable and can come across as rude. One morning, we were kept waiting for over 20 minutes to even get acknowledged at our table at Seagrape - when we asked for service, Stuart (the Restaurant Manager) was SO rude and dismissive, we actually left without breakfast, which we have never done before anywhere else!! It really ruined our day as he was nothing but downright rude. I do think Management should address and improve the attitude of a small number of staff to make the resort even better than it already is. However Stuart was in the minority, most of the staff are lovely. All in all, you won't be disappointed to stay here, the resort is overall marvellous and we would definitely love to return.

  Jan 27, 2026
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  Fabulously relaxing trip

  Wonderful rooms really get on the beach. Great food and fun bands. Staff was excellent. !Due to unfortunate circumstances we had to leave 2 days early. Hope to come back again

  Jan 25, 2026
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  Unbeatable beach with great couples amenities.

  If you are looking for a pristine beach with amazing rooms and a low key getaway, I don't think you can do better than Galley Bay. First and foremost, the beach is unbelievable. It is so clear and we never had a red flag day for the 4 days we were there. I could have spent all day in the water. The beach itself is white sand and clean. You get a couple of lounge chairs dedicated to your room on the beach, so you never have to worry about finding a spot. Their is bar service to the chairs, but walking down to the bar is just as easy. The rooms are spacious and nice. We had the premium room with a sunken living room and updated bathroom. We were on the second story which offered amazing views, but we will likely do first story on our next visit. The bathroom had a spacious shower and bathtub as well. While being outside is the point of going, retreating to the bathroom for a bath was relaxing. The beds were super cozy and the noise from the wildlife didn't seep into the rooms. The fans were strong, and I also enjoyed that they threw in some aluminum containers as well for water. The food was outstanding. Breakfast was a bit simple, but tasty, and for lunch, there are plenty of options. We stopped by the grill daily because hey... it's next to the bar and the beach. There is an option for an added cost dinner at the Gaugin that we did not do as we found the provided meals tasty. Make sure to stop by for a rum tasting, and maybe have some food beforehand. While the rum was delicious, it for sure had me dancing a little more to the band than I would have previously anticipated. Side note: we left later in the afternoon, and they let us shower in the workout facility and keep our stuff at the front for no cost. It's little things like this that made us feel cared for. We are for sure coming back for 6+ days in the future. It's a no brainer.

  Jan 22, 2026
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  Will exceed your expectations

  This is my first time writing a review for any resort. My wife and I stayed a week at Galley Bay Resort in one of their Premium Beach Front Suites. We had never been to Antigua. From the moment we arrived, it exceeded our expectation. The room was fantastic. The weather was fantastic. The beach was fantastic. The food was the best food we have ever had. We have been on ocean cruises, European river cruises and stayed in other premium resorts. Without question, the food at Galley Bay Resort was the best food we have ever had. The staff is incredibly friendly. We met many people who were returning guests. After our week, we understand why. If you are looking for a wonderful romantic vacation, on an incredible beach, this resort is for you. I guarantee that you will not be disappointed. If you like swim up bars, wild party life and tons of people, this is not a place for you. Very quiet and exclusive (there is a reason why Giorgio Armani had his house here). Do your spouse, or partner, a big favor and go to Galley Bay Resort.

  Jan 14, 2026
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  A Truly Wonderful Caribbean Experience

  We had an exceptional stay at Galley Bay over Christmas 2025. The management and staff at the resort are what make this place so welcoming and relaxing. The rooms are beautiful and clean and are serviced every day. The food in all three restaurants is outstanding and the bar staff mix the most amazing cocktails (and anything you might like to ask for as well). We would like to extend our particular thanks to: * The lady on the guest services desk on Saturday 20th December (I cannot remember her name unfortunately) for helping me to confirm two excursions I had booked prior to leaving London and Joan, also on the guest services desk, who followed up the confirmations with the excursion companies two days later. * Alaska, for coming to find me in the bar one evening so that I could watch the last of the turtle hatchlings being released into the sea. I have wanted to see this all my life and Alaska made sure I did not miss a dream come true moment. He also checked in with us every time we saw him to make sure everything was going ok with our holiday. Vincent, for his exceptional food knowledge and cooking tips! We had the most wonderful conversation with him at the resort 'returners' party'. He made sure we had a booking at Gaugin restaurant to experience the most beautifully cooked curried goat. Gwen, (I think) for cooking the most outstanding curried goat (and everything else we ate at Gaugin restaurant. Sandy, in the Teepee Bar for making so many of our wonderful cocktails (and for making sure we didn't miss out on your Sorrel Christmas Juice)! Shane, for keeping us topped up with cocktails every day on the beach. Sadi, who lost her voice on Christmas Day and Boxing Day but who still showed up for her shift when she should have been at home in bed getting well! We hope she is fully recovered now. Natasha, for the mixology session and for creating 'Natasha's Special' cocktail which we hope gets put on the resort cocktail menu for future guests to enjoy! Chef Travis, for the amazing Lobster Plantain Carob cooking demonstration he gave! Wow! What a fabulous dish he made! I shall definitely try this at home! This resort succeeds where so many others fail. The attention to detail, the thoughtful surprises for guests and the desire to make your holiday the very best it can be sets it apart from other resorts we have stayed at. We would like to visit other Caribbean islands, however, it will be very difficult to not come back to Galley Bay. Five stars to the management, the resort and the staff. We will definitely be back and I can thoroughly recommend it to anyone looking for a truly wonderful Caribbean experience.

  Jan 07, 2026