These hotel rates have a non-refundable cancel penalty that goes into effect upon booking. Penalties will apply if the hotel reservation is cancelled or changed. Please reference the Hotel advisories for the specific hotel cancel penalty.
These hotel rates have a non-refundable cancel penalty that goes into effect upon booking. Penalties will apply if the hotel reservation is cancelled or changed. Please reference the Hotel advisories for the specific hotel cancel penalty.
Resort Details
- Nicole'sFine dining, Caribbean-inflected cuisine. Reservations required and a surcharge will apply.
- Papa Ricco’s PizzeriaMade-to-order pizza from our stone oven
- Portofino’sModern Italian-Style cuisine in comfortable air-conditioned setting.
- Sails & TailsCasual seafood in chic outdoor setting overlooking Lover’s Beach.
- SeabreezeOpen air dining, offering a la carte and buffet meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Poolside Bar
- Beach Bar and Grill
- Rasta Bar- Sports afterhours Bar - Verandah Coffee ShopServing your favorite coffees and teas, along with pastries. Open daily.
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services†
- Concierge desk
- Elevators Not Available
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf,Offsite†
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services†
- Concierge desk
- Elevators Not Available
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars†
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna†
- Spa†
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Business Services†
- Internet Access
- Please contact the hotel for additional information.
† Fees may apply
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Non-Motorized Water SportsWindsurfing, sunfish sailing, snorkeling and kayaking.
Hobie – style Catamarans, Paddle Boats, and Stand Up Paddle Boading - PoolThere are 4 pools onsite including two with a Baja shelf.
- Sauna †
- Spa †
- Tennis courtThere are 2 lit tennis courts onsite.
- Gambling †
- Golf †Golf course located within 15 miles of the property.
- On-site EntertainmentEvening entertainment
- devils bridge
- Shirley Heights
- St Johns Shopping
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews
Customer ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
5226 reviews
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Jun 15, 2025Lovely stay at the Verandah
Let me start by saying this resort is so beautiful, people talk about it being hilly as a negative but the views are out of this world. That’s definitely the best part of this resort. When we got there, our first few days it was really quiet. Food was pretty amazing for an all inclusive tbh. I have to admit that as it started getting busier the service and quality did start to go downhill. We did notice inconsistency. For example our first night was Asian night and it was incredible. We went to Asian next the week after and it just was no where near as good. Also the restaurants are open on different days and sometimes closed with bad weather meaning we didn’t get to try sails and tails. But in the day, the views were amazing for lunch. We went to pineapple for dinner and lunch. I’d definitely recommend the day pass, the out shack for lunch is definitely worth a visit. They also had a snack bar with burgers and wings and fries that you could take to the pool or beach which I thought verandah was missing something like that. The beaches are really nice, HOWEVER it’s not crystal clear blue water like a lot of beaches in Antigua. However still nice, especially lovers beach. Some days it was really clear. Bear in mind I went in May where sargassum is more of an issue. Saying that, you can get a day pass to pineapple or simply walk to long bay, which is such a stunning perfect beach! Especially the public side which is literally 2 mins from verandah, great for snorkelling. Generally buggies came quick, except when it started getting busier we’d be waiting a while sometimes. One thing about them though, they can’t use them in the rain. This meant when we came to reception from our day out and had to walk to our room (it’s a massive hill) in the torrential rain wasn’t ideal lol. View from the room was amazing, we had waterfront rooms. The rooms come in twos, I’ll insert an image so it makes sense. And they gave us our 2 rooms together which has a joining patio door which we had open so was just one massive patio which was perfect for us. However, I found our room to be dated. I was under the impression they renovated. Either we didn’t get renovated rooms (123/124), or they just aren’t great. What I loved though is how each room has a name too. Ours was called Soursop. A downside is little things like not stocking the fridges, you don’t get any cans or anything put in your fridge nor can you get them at all unless you pay. Water wasn’t stocked either unless you asked and even then sometimes they’d forget. Booking restaurants would be done at guest services, would be great if they had an app. Coffee shop… gotta get there at the perfect time for the beef patties, they’re amazing and they go quick! Also the blended mocha java is amazing, I still miss it! The buffet is pretty small but there is a variety, they never had fries though? Everyone loves fries! Sun loungers at Rasta beach are really comfy and at the pools, but at lovers beach they really need updating too they’re rubbish. Those same beds are at the beach at pineapple, so if you’re deciding between these hotels that’s a thing to think about. It just made it look cheap and they aren’t nice to lay on at all. Also I did find it’s much easier to find a nice spot at the beach/pool compared to pineapple. One thing I found was the entertainment to be pretty awful. They have no real place for it. The white party was really good though, it was a buffet on the beach with pretty lights and a singer. Mini golf next to it which was fun to play after. Entertainment generally seemed better at pineapple, but it’s nothing like the Royalton if that’s the type of place you like. Speaking of Royalton, we drove past on a boat trip and the beach there is out of this world! (Incase your deciding between hotels) The catamaran trip was booked on long bay (pineapples beach) with the guys there, we also booked stingray with them. I’d recommend doing this rather than booking with hotel. I really recommend you do both these trips. The catamaran takes you down the west coast and you snorkel and it’s just breathtaking. Would i return to the verandah? If they sorted out these little niggles, definitely. I think the main thing this hotel is missing in my personal opinion is that perfect Carribean sea. But if you aren’t that bothered about a perfect beach, or happy to walk to long bay for it, then definitely go for it. I’ve never stayed at a resort quite like it. Great experience.
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Jun 13, 2025Amazing vacation!
My husband and I both agreed that our week at the Verandah was one of the best vacations we’ve ever taken in our almost 30 years of marriage! Probably a close second to our honeymoon in Maui! The room was great, the staff were great, the beaches were great, and the food was great!! We can’t wait to go back!
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Jun 08, 2025
Fantastic holiday location
We have just returned from a week's holiday at this wonderful resort. Our room was very spacious in a little twin bungalow close to the main pool. We had a lovely balcony with a sea view. It was cleaned every other day to a good standard. Our main impression of the hotel is the staff. Everyone is so friendly and most speak to you, even when passing. The duty managers are always visible and make a huge effort to find out how you are. Special mention goes to Patricia who always had a welcoming smile. The main pool is lovely and clean with plenty of shade. It was low season so there were days when we pretty much had it to ourselves. Leslieann and 'Devan from Heaven' made sure that activities ran on time. They were not at all pushy and you weren't nagged to participate. The bars were great and we had lovely cocktails each day. Leon and Andre were particularly attentive. The food was absolutely fantastic. We really loved the wide choice of food at breakfast. For lunch, we liked to eat at Sauls and Tales and were lucky enough to spot a hummingbird. The serving staff were outstanding. The grounds are vast and so beautifully maintained. You can visit the Pineapple resort with a day pass. We did this once but it wasn't to our liking and we didn't return as we preferred the peacefulness of the Verandah and felt that the pool was cleaner. The beaches are stunning with lots of shade and towels were plentiful. This was a fabulous holiday. We don't tend to go back to resorts but we would definitely recommend this one.
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Jun 08, 2025
A beautiful resort with excellent service
The Verandah Resort and Spa is a beautiful, family friendly hideaway. There are 186 villas that feel like private cottages spread throughout 30 acres of tropics. Spacious rooms and beautiful views! It is an all-inclusive resort with good food, great drinks and excellent service!
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Jun 08, 2025Highly agree with these recent reviews
I was so excited for my upcoming stay ay the Verandah the week of 5/31 - 6/7/2025. On arrival I was offered a fruit punch, resort map and a green bag, No other information was provided, I have to say after 2 nights there I was confused on the high reviews people wrote. I decided to read the reviews the property was recently given, and I must say I. Highly agree with ,,, Dakota C., Chris L., and Kim B. My room , grounds, main pool was lovely. Food was basically the same everyday at the buffet. Drinks at bars were off brands and low quality. Guest services staff was not there twice I went by for information, I called from my cell phone several times and no answer. ADIO the entertainer was fabulous, as well as a few handful of staff Nicole restaurant and the hotel resort fees are NOT part of your all inclusive stay..
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- AdvisoryA minimum Tourism Levy fee of $5 USD plus tax per room, per night will be charged by Antigua Government and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. The fee is subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for but not a guarantee of the final amount due.
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Minimum guest age: 16
- General policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Transfer Policy - If your vacation includes transfer to your hotel. (does not apply)
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
- Pet policy : Pets Not Allowed