barbudaful hotels
There are only two hotels on Barbuda, both are all inclusive, luxury resort hotels: Coco Point Lodge and the Lighthouse Bay Resort. The K Club is now sadly empty, having been abandoned by its Italian owners, and is for sale. The Beach House (formerly Palmetto Hotel) is also closed and awaiting development. North Beach is a small local resort with four cottages on the beach.
Coco Point Lodge
Coco Point Lodge is a unique all-inclusive resort, secluded on its own 164-acre peninsula, bordered by miles of pristine pink and white sand beaches. Guests are met at Antigua's airport for the 12-minute flight to Coco Point's on-property runway.
All Coco Point's 35 tastefully appointed bedrooms are in beach-side cottages and buildings, each with a lushly planted veranda, which looks directly out at the Caribbean's vast expanse of blue.
Lobster and local seafood, fresh West Indian fruit and vegetables, and an
enticing array of fine imported wines, meats, and cheeses, are expertly served in the restaurant's tropical garden setting.
Coco Point guests enjoy a variety of activities including fishing, sailing, snorkeling, water-skiing, windsurfing, sea kayaking, tubing, tennis, and informal trap shooting. Also available are a variety of excursions to points of interest on Barbuda.
Coco Point Lodge has its own website, where you'll find more information and pictures, at www.cocopoint.com.
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Lighthouse Bay Resort
Welcome to Paradise
Nestled on a narrow, nine mile strip of unspoiled natural land between the Caribbean Sea and a shallow lagoon, Lighthouse Bay Resort is an exclusive, intimate resort that combines a tranquil ambience with a beautiful, secluded location to create the perfect peaceful getaway. Each of the resort's nine elegantly appointed suites opens to east and west views and the sun rising and setting over the sea and the lagoon. The resort which celebrated its grand opening in 2008, sits peacefully on the island of Barbuda, a Caribbean paradise known for its careful development, protected wildlife and beautiful beaches.
Room rates start at $1,099 a night from November 1st 2010 to December 17th 2010, $1,599 to January 9th 2011, $1,299 to March 27th 2011 and $1,099 to August 2011. The resort is closed in September and October each year. Rates are based on single or double occupancy, and include all meals and beverages, with a three night minimum stay.
Dine on locally prepared dishes using fresh Caribbean produce, especially Barbudan lobster, known Caribbean wide for its abundance and flavour. And you can do as much or as little as you want on Barbuda.
For the adventurous, there is sailing, lobster fishing, horseback riding, kayaking, or snorkelling. There are also tours to the world renowned Frigate Bird Sanctuary, Spanish Point, Two Foot Bay and Darby Cave. For those just wishing to unwind and relax, there are 14 miles of beautiful pink sand beaches to walk and explore. At the end of the day, take in the breathtaking view from the top of the Lighthouse Bar or enjoy a candlelit dinner under the stars. You'll sleep to the sounds of the waves, and wake up wonderfully refreshed to enjoy another great day in Barbuda, a unique island paradise.
Lighthouse Bay Resort has its own web site at
www.lighthousebarbuda.com. For reservations call +1-(888)-214-8552 (toll free), or 268-562-1481 (local).
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North Beach
North Beach is an away-from-it-all resort with four cottages that is only accessible by boat, for those who are looking to get 'off the grid' for a quiet, relaxing, truly vintage Caribbean experience. There are plenty of amenities to make a very pleasant stay but enough privacy to make you feel like you have discovered the last remaining untouched spot in the Caribbean. For rates and other information please visit their website.
