Scores at a Glance
Cocobay Resort AntiguaSt. James's Club & Villas
Overall
8.6
7.9
Beach
9.0
8.4
Food
8.2
7.4
Service
8.9
7.7
Rooms
8.5
7.2
Value
8.0
7.5
Romance
9.2
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | St. James's Club & Villas |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.6 | Overall Score | 7.9 |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.6 (962) | Google Rating | 4.2 (929) |
| From $332 | Price / Night (pp) | From $222 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min (better) |
All Scores
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | St. James's Club & Villas |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Beach | 8.4 |
| (better)8.2 | Food | 7.4 |
| (better)8.9 | Service | 7.7 |
| (better)8.5 | Rooms | 7.2 |
| 8.4 | Pools | 8.4 |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.5 |
| – | Family | 8.5 |
| 9.2 | Romance | – |
| (better)9.0 | Quiet | 7.6 |
| – | Remote work | 6.8 |
Of the 10 measures we call, Cocobay Resort Antigua leads on 8 and St. James's Club & Villas leads on 2.
Vibes
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | St. James's Club & Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | St. James's Club & Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Cocobay Resort Antigua
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 45 min from ANU
St. James's Club & Villas
- 6 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from ANU
Pros · Cocobay Resort Antigua
- Highly romantic adult-only setting with strong sea views and cottage character.
- Direct access to Antigua’s west-coast beach scenery.
- Private-pool cottages and suites create a more intimate feel than large all-inclusives.
Pros · St. James's Club & Villas
- Two beaches on a secluded peninsula.
- Six pools and a children's pool.
- Large two- and three-bedroom villas.
- Kids club for ages 4 to 11 and strong water-sports base.
Cons · Cocobay Resort Antigua
- Limited dining variety compared with larger all-inclusive resorts.
- Steps and hillside layout may not suit mobility-limited travelers.
- Some premium experiences and room-level perks depend on category or direct booking.
Cons · St. James's Club & Villas
- Mandatory local resort fee and tourism levy.
- Piccolo Mondo carries a surcharge.
- Some villas and bathrooms receive dated-condition complaints.
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