Hotels near American University of Antigua, Osbourn

1. Resort is beautiful. HOWEVER, they are still building the over water bungalows which was pretty noisy. Also, they are NOT ocean conscience and plastic bags were constantly dropped in the ocean. 2. Not a snorkeling resort. If you want to snorkel, you need to do an excursion. 3. The resort is NOTHING like the trailer. The only thing ever happening at the pool was LOUD LOUD music. No themed parties or anything that is advertised on their website. (And we were disappointed by that). 4. Entertainment is weather dependent so the first two nights the entertainment was cancelled because of rain. It’s an open air theater. Given the amount of rain, they should really figure this out. The nights we had entertainment, we enjoyed. 5. Food was good! We are not “foodies” – everything was acceptable. 6. The people ARE NOT Jamaicans. They are very reserved but have a lot of fun with each other. However, a 30 second google search told me that they are VERY RESERVED. If you want a fun-loving, joking kind of experience, Antigua is not for you. Their manner did not bother us but I can see how others might be offended when they laugh and joke with each other and just serve you. 7. Cell phones for the staff is a problem. It is annoying to have to wait on them to finish face-timing. They are on their phones frequently. 8. Service on the beach is spotty. 9. This resort lacks “the personal touch.” At other resorts, our beach chairs have been made up, they know what we like to drink, they learn our names, etc. There was none of that at this resort. I think that is probably what we missed the most. A personal touch goes a long way. If they saw us making up our beach chairs- they would just let us. I don’t think we ever had anything “done” for us the entire time we were there. 10. The highlight was definitely being serenaded on our Anniversary at the over water restaurant. That was the only thing that we felt like was “above and beyond.” It was very nice. Shout Outs to the following staff: Ranje/Shakida/Esry/Damian: Diamond Club Bar Estella: Taboo Bar Shandell/Monique: Butlers for Diamond Club Jade: Diamond Club Check In Oneka: Hunter's Steakhouse (ONE OF OUR VERY FAVES. We went back and had dinner 2x to see her) Olympus Staff at Breakfast: ALL were amazing and they rotated - so too many to name Pescari Staff: Aug 1 Anniversary Serenade. We did not get names, but they were FABULOUS. Ajarnie: was our ”personal photograher” :-) He was always available to take a pic when we asked

It should feel okay, it’s been too long, have you forgotten the feeling?

We had a wonderful stay with Jacquie and her team at the villas at sunset lane. The rooms and bathrooms were large,well equipped with comfy beds and efficient a/c and ceiling fan. Jacquie is an amazing host and an excellent cook. Continental breakfasts were lovely but we did treat ourselves to omelettes for breakfast a couple of times and they were amazing. We also ate dinner at the villas in two occasions and they were very tasty. We certainly didn't go hungry. The villas are very clean and the staff team are friendly and helpful. Pool is lovely and also kept extremely clean. Jacquie is a perfect host who helped with sorting out the puncture we got on our hire car plus made dinner reservations and excursion reservations. The area is quiet but is 10 mins walk from the beach and a short drive into St Johns. Best rum punch on the island!!! I would definitely stay there again.

I first visited Hodges on Honeymoon in April 2021 and went back asap (June 2021) for a girls trip which was repeated again this summer. If you are reconnecting with your SO or having an Eat Pray Love moment, Hodges is waiting for you. Take the time to indulge, heal, and adventure all in one location. Private bars, beach, infinity pool, new seaside hot tub, and the most perfect photo ops right on resort without the feel, look, or impression of a large resort. I really enjoyed yoga on my private deck with the sunrise, and never had an empty glass or plate (unless by choice lol). Check out the spa, private island/bar at Prickly Pear, or Fix your Life exchanging stories at Drift the pool side bar, there is usually an opportunity to fall into a dance party when you ready. Antigua and Hodges is like coming home. If you haven't been, its time to Fix your Life ;)

The nearest hotel to the city center, it is very convenient to eat around shopping, recommend the big banana next to it. Pizza and pasta are delicious. Downstairs is the pier, ready to go by boat to the sea, the facilities in the room are generally like, I actually gave a small double up and down two floors, the bed is upstairs, it is very troublesome to go down the stairs at night, and the doors and windows are very troublesome. Very rudimentary, especially the lock, it’s so worrying! Fortunately, I have lived for three days, but Antigua is a very safe country.