GALLEY BAY
Five Islands
P.O. Box 305
St. Johns, Antigua
Reservations 877.645.3368 (877.GOLDEN8)
Distance from V.C. Bird International Airport: 25 minutes,
distance from town/St. John's: 10 minutes Galley Bay is an all-inclusive
beachfront hideaway created for discerning travelers in search of
a refined, yet unpretentious escape. It enjoys a secluded setting
amidst forty-acres of lush, tropical gardens between a bird sanctuary
lagoon and a 3/4 mile beach on the undeveloped west coast of Antigua.
Great care has been taken to ensure the resort not only complements,
but also takes full advantage of these untouched natural surroundings.
Thatch, bamboo, and terracotta combine to establish an ambience of
elegant rusticity in the alfresco public areas, whilst a picturesque
wooden deck ensures maximum exposure to the ocean views. There is
little disruption from the outside world as access to the resort is
via a wooden bridge traversing the bird sanctuary. The 69-guest rooms
are discreetly tucked away amidst the palms, more than three-quarters
of them lying directly on the white sand beach and boasting Breathtaking
views of the Caribbean Sea- the comfortable Superior and Deluxe Rooms
all
feature private terraces or balconies, whilst sunken living rooms,
floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive bathrooms with deep-soaking
tubs distinguish the Premium Suites. Home-from-home comforts throughout
include air conditioning, ceiling fans, satellite TVs, mini-refrigerators
and coffee makers. Set just behind close to the bird sanctuary is
the unique Gauguin cottages with there own individual splash pools.
Designed as semi-private
sanctuaries for couples, each one consists of two thatched-roof rondovals
(one a bedroom and the other a bathroom/dressing room), as well as
splash pools with paved sundecks, many of them overlooking the lagoon.
Woven bamboo ceilings, uneven whitewashed walls and cool terracotta
tiling establish their charming Caribbean theme, whilst the beach
is no more than fifty-yards away. In keeping with Galley Bay's tranquil,
escapist ambience,
recreational activities tend to be of a relaxing nature and guests
are generally quite content to sunbathe on the sands or around the
landscaped swimming pool. Those in the mood for a little action, however,
can take advantage of the championship tennis court, air-conditioned
fitness room or non-motorized watersports, such as windsurfing, sailing,
snorkeling and kayaking. Massages are also available on-site, scuba-diving
can be arranged nearby, whilst golf on two 18-hole golf courses are
less than 30-minutes drive away. Dining is also an important part
of any stay at Galley Bay, the European Executive Chef specializing
in Euro-Caribbean cuisine that makes the most of fresh local produce
and seafood. Guests seeking a change from the a la carte fine dining
experience of The Seagrape can enjoy the grilled fare of the more
intimate Gauguin restaurant, both dining venues alfresco and just
steps from the Caribbean Sea. Afternoon tea, evening hors doeuvres,
live entertainment, cocktail parties and Caribbean barbecues all contribute
to the hotels sociable, tropical ambience, whilst the personal service
from the well-established staff contributes to its exceptionally high
repeat-guest quota.
AMENITIES
Beach Freshwater Pool Sea Kayaks
Windsurfing Snorkeling Sun Fishing
Board Games Tennis Fitness Center
Bars Lounges Entertainment
Activities Desk Currency Exchange Laundry Service
Physician Table Tennis Horseshoes
Library Car & Bicycle Rentals Games Room
Boutique Golf, 18 hole (nearby) Gift Shop
Beauty Salon Massage Room Internet Access
Wedding Gazebo
ROOM CATEGORIES and DESCRIPTIONS
Arrival/Departure Time:
Check-in time: 3pm, and check-out time: 12pm
Children Policy:
Children under 16 years of age are not accepted, except Christmas
& New Year's.
Maximum Occupancy:
Gauguin Cottage - 2 adults.
Superior Beachfront - 2 persons.
Deluxe Beachfront - 3 persons (3rd person in a rollaway)
Premium BF Suite - 3 persons (3rd person in a rollaway)
GAUGUIN COTTAGE W/PRIVATE PLUNGE POOLS, Situated on the edge of a
bird sanctuary lagoon, starting just 50 yards from the beach, each
romantic cottage consists of two separate thatched rondovals - one
for sleeping - the other a bath/dressing room, connected by a sheltered
breezeway. The plunge pools are either rectangular or freeform in
shape, each one concealed from its neighbor by a combination of the
lush tropical vegetation and
screens made from natural Spanish heather. Flanked by paved sun decks,
they measure either 7 ft by 9 ft. or 7 ft. by 13 ft. and are either
step-up or level to the ground.
SUPERIOR BEACHFRONT, Elegant rooms in one-story buildings with vaulted
ceilings and private patio located directly on 3/4-mile white sand
beach.
DELUXE BEACHFRONT - These rooms are well appointed and spacious, larger
than the Superior Beachfront rooms, with walk-in closets, large beach
patios (with beach shower)
and modern designer bathrooms. Walk directly onto the beach from the
lower level rooms. Second floor rooms have private balconies.
PREMIUM BEACHFRONT SUITES - Our largest and most luxurious accommodations
feature a bedroom and sunken living room with a wet bar overlooking
a spectacular ocean view. Each suite has its own private balcony/patio
situated directly on the beach with his & her showers/basins, separate
bathtub.
Room amenities include: air conditioning, ceiling fan, king-size bed,
satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, coffee maker, hair-dryer, mini-refrigerator,
safety deposit box, radio alarm clock, bathrobes. Irons and ironing
boards are available on request.All rooms have one king size bed.
A rollaway is provided for Deluxe and Premium Beachfront triples.
DINING
SEA GRAPE RESTAURANT, Spacious open air restaurant right on the ocean where you
will be treated to exotic flavors of the Caribbean with award-winning
sumptuous a la carte dishes created by our master chef. Breakfast:
7:00am to 10:00am Lunch: 12:00pm to 2:00pm Dinner: 7:00pm to 10:00pm
GAUGUIN RESTAURANT, smaller more intimate venue with casual, grill-type
fare and ocean views as far as the eye can see. Same day reservations
are necessary for dinner.
Lunch: 12:00pm to 3:00pm Dinner: 6:45pm and 8:30pm (Two seatings)Room
service is available for continental breakfast only.
BARS and LOUNGES
LOUNGE BAR - After dinner aperitif and stay as long as you want. The perfect
ending to a perfect day.
TEEPEE BAR - A cone-shaped, thatched-roof bar located on the beach.
Hors d'oeuvres are served in the early evening at 6pm.
There is live entertainment most evenings.
Dress Code:
In the restaurants, shoes are worn and bathing suites are covered.
After 6:30pm, men wear shirts w/ collars and short or long sleeves
(no T-shirts or tank tops) & slacks (no shorts or jeans) and women
wear dresses, skirts, slacks, culottes or tailored Bermuda-length
shorts (no "short shorts", cutoffs or jeans).
SPECIALTY PACKAGES (ALL INCLUSIVE)
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGES
• Accommodations
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• All beverages (name-brand liquors, house wine by the glass,
Caribbean beers, tropical coolers and soft drinks)
• Non-motorized watersports (windsurfing, sunfish sailing, snorkeling,
kayaking, catamarans)
• Tennis
• Freshwater swimming pool with cascading waterfall
• Entertainment some evenings
• All tips, taxes, and service charges
Please note:
• Credit Card Requirements for AI guests: All Inclusive guests
are required to provide a credit card at check- in for possible incidentals;
not included on the All Inclusive Plan (i.e. phone calls, bottled
wine, bottled water and gift shop). Cash deposit required if no credit
card.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
ADD-ON PACKAGES (HONEYMOON)
PREMIUM HONEYMOON PACKAGE
• Champagne
• Flowers
Please note:
• Designation as a honeymoon couple must appear in the reservation
request.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
ADD-ON PACKAGES (WEDDING)
WEDDING PACKAGE
Free Wedding on All-Inclusive stays of 7 nights or more (applies to
Premium Beachfront Suite only). For stays fewer than 7 nights, there
is a charge for the wedding package.
Wedding Package Inclusions:
• Normal government fees, registrar cost and ceremony charges
• Site for the wedding
• Bouquet of local garden flowers for the bride and boutonniere
for the groom
• Wedding cake and one bottle of champagne
• All taxes and gratuities relating to above
Optional extras that are not included:
• Photographer
• Additional champagne for the wedding party
• A background of island music
• Videotaping
Please Note:
• Optional extras are provided by third-party independent contractors
and the resort is not responsible for quality PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
BONUS FEATURES
• Use of swimming pool
• Air-conditioned fitness room
• Jogging track
• Championship tennis court
• Non-motorized watersports including: windsurfing, sailing,
snorkeling, kayaking and catamarans. Instruction is included.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Unique Selling Points:
• Breathtaking setting on a three-quarter mile white sand beach.
• Secluded, tranquil location with minimum disruption from the
outside world.
• A low-rise resort charmingly designed to complement its natural
surroundings.
• 80% of its guest rooms are beachfront, the remaining 20% boast
private splash pools.
• Convenient all-inclusive plan featuring- la carte dining at
individual tables.
• Convenient for town, shopping and golf at the 18-hole Cedar
Valley Golf Club.
• Euro-Caribbean cuisine are served in two oceanfront fine dining
restaurants.
• Sociable, house party ambience in the evenings.
• Personal attention from long-serving staff.
• No children accepted under 16 years of age (except Christmas
& New Year.)
• Extremely high repeat-guest quota.
MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS
All minimum lengths of stay requirements are subject to change without notice.
01/03/-02/06/, 5-night minimum stay required.
02/07//02/23/, 7-night minimum stay required.
02/24/-04/22/, 5-night minimum stay required.
04/23/-12/20/, 3-night minimum stay required.
12/21/-01/02/, 8-night minimum stay required.
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