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Galley Bay

Address: Five Islands
Mailing: Box 305, St. John's, Antigua
Phone: 268/462-0302; 866/237-1644; 800/858-4618 reservations only
www.galleybayresort.com

Price range: $$$$
Location: Antigua and Barbuda

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Fodor's Review:

This posh all-inclusive channels the fictional Bali H'ai (with colonial architectural flourishes): there's a man-made lagoon and grotto pool; a bird sanctuary laced with nature trails; a magnificent boardwalk-lined ecru beach; gardens, as manicured as the discriminating clientele, that cannily conceal the splendid spa, incorporating natural elements into the design; thatched-roof public spaces; custom-made bamboo furnishings; murals; art naïf paintings; and African carvings. The soothing, at times crashing surf serenades the creole-style beachfront buildings and romantic Gauguin restaurant (with clever, thatched private-dining alcoves). The handsomely appointed superior and deluxe beachfront units (Nos. 47-48 are centrally located; avoid 77-80, which abut potential mosquito breeding grounds) represent the best value, though towering palms slightly obstruct even the second-floor views. Suites are splendid, balancing an old-style plantation look with newfangled necessities (Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV/DVDs). The Gauguin Cottages are charming, especially with the addition of plunge pools, but they're slightly claustrophobic and the walkways separating bedroom from bathroom insufficiently covered. But these are minor quibbles for honeymooning couples and corporate bigwigs escaping the rat race. Pros: luxury lodging; gorgeous beach; impeccable maintenance; fine food by all-inclusive standards. Cons: some lodgings are claustrophobic and lack a view; outdoor spa can get hot.

Hotel Details: 98 rooms
In-room: safe, refrigerator, DVD (some), Wi-Fi.
In-hotel: 3 restaurants, tennis court, bars, pools, gym, spa, beachfront, Internet terminal, water sports, bicycles, no kids under 16.
Rate includes: All-inclusive
Credit Cards: AE, D, MC, V
Closed: Closed mid-Aug.-early Sept.