St. James's Club & Villas
7.9 / 10
Palmprint
Our resort score · out of 10
Strongest on beach and pools & spa
St. James's Club & Villas at a glance
- Location
- Mamora Bay
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive
- Setting
- Near the coast
- Guest rating
- 4.2 / 5 on Google932 reviews
- Pools
- 6 pools
- Airport transfer
- ANUAbout 30 minutes
- Dining
- 5 restaurants
- Drinks
- 6 bars
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
Checked Sep 12, 2026 to Oct 12, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 4 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
Each price is a sampled rate, not a live quote. Select a room name above for its details.
- Jan 10, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 12, 2026
- Jan 10, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 12, 2026
- Apr 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 12, 2026
- Apr 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 12, 2026
- Jul 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 12, 2026
- Jul 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 12, 2026
- Oct 10, 2027, room 1: checked Oct 12, 2026
- Oct 10, 2027, room 2: checked Oct 12, 2026
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St. James's Club & Villas
Things to know
before you go
St. James's Club & Villas is a family-friendly Antigua all-inclusive on a private peninsula with two beaches and unusually large villa options.
It is not fully frictionless:local resort fees, a premium restaurant surcharge and no babysitting are important planning caveats.
The resort is best for families who value beach choice, pools, villas and water sports over polished new-room design.
Hidden tips
Choose a Beachfront Room for Coco's Beach access or a Two-Bedroom Villa for family space.
Reserve dinner as soon as the booking window opens because recent guests flag restaurant reservation friction.
Do not rely on babysitting; official FAQ states it is not available.
Things guests wish they had known
This is a spacious family all-inclusive with real extras and some dated-room risk, not a brand-new luxury resort.
Strengths from our research
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.
Other considerations from our research
Mandatory local resort fee and tourism levy.
Piccolo Mondo carries a surcharge.
Some villas and bathrooms receive dated-condition complaints.
What guests say
Most loved
- Family-friendly villas and space
- Mamora Bay and Coco's Beach setting
- Pools and water sports
- Kids club and family dining support
Most complained about
- Older rooms and villa bathrooms
- Restaurant reservations and surcharges
- Local resort fee and extras
- No babysitting
From Reddit
Reddit discussion describes St. James's Club as a laid-back, older but well-liked Antigua all-inclusive, especially for Mamora Bay, beach time and relaxed family stays.
What’s included
Included
- Wi-FiIncluded
Official FAQ says in-room Wi-Fi is included in the resort fee.
- Non-motorized water sportsIncluded
Official all-inclusive page lists complimentary non-motorized water activities including windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and pedal boats.
- Kids' clubIncluded
Official FAQ lists kids club activities for potty-trained children ages 4 to 11.
- Tipping & gratuitiesTips included
Official all-inclusive page states gratuities, taxes and service fees are included in the nightly rate.
Not included
- Motorized water sportsCosts extra
Official FAQ states parasailing and jet skiing are not offered; snorkeling trips off property are available for a fee.
- Spa treatmentsCosts extra
Spa and salon treatments are promoted but not included.
- Off-site excursionsCosts extra
Official FAQ says tours and excursions are booked through the tour desk.
- Airport transfersCosts extra
Airport transfers are not part of the all-inclusive rate; guests arrange and pay for their own taxi or private transfer between V. C. Bird International and the resort.
Included with limits
- Premium & à la carte diningPartly included
Official all-inclusive includes meals, snacks and most dining, but Piccolo Mondo carries a per-person supplement.
- Top-shelf liquorPartly included
Beverages are included, but premium-label rules were not fully verified.
- Room servicePartly included
Official FAQ states room service is available from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Policies & availability
- In-room minibarNot available
Official FAQ says rooms have mini-refrigerators, but they do not come stocked.
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
More resort facts
- Rooms and suites
- 280
- Pools
- 6
- Pickleball courts
- 3
- Tennis courts
- 4
- Value
- 7.5 out of 10
- Service
- 7.7 out of 10
- Beach
- 8.4 out of 10
- Dining
- 7.4 out of 10
- Rooms
- 7.2 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 8.4 out of 10
Confidence is high across the board except value, quiet and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored St. James's Club & Villas
9 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jul 19, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 3 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, quiet and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value7.5Medium confidence
- Included Depth
- 8.2
- Villa Family Value
- 8.0
- Local Resort Fee Drag
- 6.4
- Premium Dining Surcharge Drag
- 6.6
Service7.7High confidence
- Consistency
- 7.2
- Family Support
- 8.0
- Staff Friendliness
- 8.0
- Recent Booking Staff Score
- 7.7
Beach8.4High confidence
- Two Beaches
- 8.8
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.2
- Snorkeling Access
- 7.8
- Cocos Beach Setting
- 8.2
- Mamora Bay Swimmability
- 8.6
Dining7.4High confidence
- Venue Depth
- 7.8
- Children Menus
- 8.0
- Included Meals
- 8.2
- Reservation Friction
- 6.6
- Piccolo Surcharge Drag
- 6.8
Rooms7.2High confidence
- Villa Space
- 8.4
- Bathroom Update Drag
- 6.2
- Beachfront Room Size
- 8.0
- Booking Comfort Score
- 7.9
Pools & Spa8.4High confidence
- Crowding
- 7.4
- Kids Pool
- 8.2
- Pool Count
- 8.6
- Beach Pool Balance
- 8.4
Family8.5High confidence
- Kids Club
- 8.4
- Kids Pool
- 8.2
- Villa Layouts
- 8.8
- Calm Mamora Bay
- 8.6
- Babysitting Absence Drag
- 5.8
Quiet7.6Medium confidence
- Mamora Bay Calm
- 8.0
- Private Peninsula
- 8.4
- Family Resort Energy
- 6.6
- Low Key Evening Entertainment
- 7.8
Remote work6.8Medium confidence
- Desk In Room
- 7.0
- In Room Wifi
- 7.4
- Public Area Wifi
- 7.0
- Business Facility Gap
- 5.6
What it does best
- 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.
Where it costs you
- Mandatory local resort fee and tourism levy.
- Piccolo Mondo carries a surcharge.
- Some villas and bathrooms receive dated-condition complaints.
Room intelligence
- Rooms To Avoid
- Older villas if bathroom condition is a priorityRecent Booking.com and Tripadvisor feedback repeatedly mentions villa bathrooms needing updates.
- Closest To Beach
- Beachfront RoomOfficial room page states Beachfront Rooms face Coco's Beach.
- Best Room Category For Families
- Two-Bedroom VillaOfficial villa page confirms two bedrooms, two baths, full kitchen, separate living space and capacity up to six.
Everything we read on St. James's Club & Villas
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 7.4 / 10
- Places to eat
- 5
- Bars and lounges
- 6
International · Caribbean · Beach grill · Buffet · Fine dining
Official all-inclusive page lists five restaurants plus afternoon tea; official FAQ notes Piccolo Mondo has a surcharge.
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Do you need dinner reservations at St. James's Club & Villas?
Official all-inclusive page lists five restaurants plus afternoon tea; official FAQ notes Piccolo Mondo has a surcharge.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beachfront, 2 Queen BedsBack to sampled prices | Capacity unverified | Not published | Not published |
| Junior SuiteBack to sampled prices | Capacity unverified | Not published | Not published |
More room options (6)
| Suite | Occupancy | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|
Club RoomRoom details for Club RoomOfficial room page states one king bed and 425 sq. ft. | Sleeps 2 | Not published | Garden view, ground floor |
Premium RoomRoom details for Premium RoomOfficial room page states 500 sq. ft.; one king or two double beds. | Sleeps 4 | Not published | Ocean or garden viewconnecting |
Beachfront RoomRoom details for Beachfront RoomOfficial room page states 540 sq. ft. and ground-floor terrace or second-story balcony. | Sleeps 4 | Not published | Coco's Beachconnecting |
Royal SuiteRoom details for Royal SuiteOfficial FAQ states Royal Suites are in the adults-only section. | Sleeps 2 | Not published | Mamora Bay |
Two-Bedroom VillaRoom details for Two-Bedroom VillaOfficial villa page states 1,600 sq. ft., full kitchen and separate living/dining area. | Sleeps 6 | 2 bedrooms | Mamora Bay2 baths |
Three-Bedroom VillaRoom details for Three-Bedroom VillaOfficial villa page states 1,900 sq. ft., full kitchen and separate living/dining area. | Sleeps 7 | 3 bedrooms | Mamora Bay3 baths |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
Official all-inclusive page lists six pools; Expedia confirms six outdoor pools and a children's pool.
The beach itself
Resort has two beaches on a private 100-acre peninsula; Mamora Bay is calmer for families, while Coco's Beach is more open.
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
- Caveat: Entry depth varies along the shore
- Caveat: Sargassum seaweed lands seasonally, raked daily
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to St. James's Club & Villas
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Program ages 4–11
- Supervision & drop-off
- Confirm rules and current hours before booking
- Teen program
- Not offered
- Babysitting
- Not offered
- Rooms that fit a family
- 4 categories, incl. Premium Room, Beachfront Room
- Beach for young swimmers
- Entry varies along the beach
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at St. James's Club & Villas?
- Yes. St. James's Club & Villas has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Two-Bedroom Villa, Three-Bedroom Villa. The largest stated occupancy is 7. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
- Does St. James's Club & Villas have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. St. James's Club & Villas lists a kids' club for ages 4–11. Official FAQ states kids club is for potty-trained children ages 4 to 11; babysitting and evening kids club activities are currently unavailable. Confirm supervision, drop-off rules and current hours before booking.
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When to go
Getting to St. James's Club & Villas
- Nearest airport
- ANU · V. C. Bird International Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 30 minutes
- Transportation
- The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.
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Destination essentials & trip planning
Mamora Bay, St. Paul's, Antigua and Barbuda · +1 866-237-2071
Antigua
- Language
- English (official)
- Currency
- East Caribbean dollar – USD widely accepted
- Power
- 230V (110V at some hotels), Type A/B plugs
- Driving
- On the left
- Main airport
- V.C. Bird International, St. John's (ANU)
- Flight time
- ~4–4.5h from the US East Coast
Who it suits
Three of the 9 categories we score in the Palmprint file for St. James's Club & Villas; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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Storms move flights in season, and the cheapest rates are usually non-refundable.
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An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
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Off-site excursions cost extra here, so price the days out of Antigua ahead.
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