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St. James's Club & Villas

Mamora Bay, St. Paul's, Antigua and Barbuda

Details last verified July 2026 · How we research

Four-StarNear CoastMid-Size
4.2
★★★★★
921 reviews on Google
7.9Out of 10
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Highlights

·6 pools
·5 restaurants & bars
·Full-service spa
·30 min from ANU

Activities & Experiences

Spa & WellnessWater SportsKids Activities

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Location

Mamora Bay, St. Paul's, Antigua and Barbuda
Nearest airport: ANU
V. C. Bird International Airport
30 min transfer
+1 866-237-2071

Guest Reviews

★★★★★
Jessica Frederiks · a month ago

My mom and I recently travelled to St James Club in Antigua and we had an absolutely incredible stay. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. Every team member we encountered was exceptional—thoughtful, kind, attentive, and always going above and beyond t...

★★★★★
Antoaneta Kadieva · 2 months ago

Nice hotel, friendly staff and good food! Please, be careful if you choose this hotel, if you travel to Antigua for nice and clear water, there won't be any in this resort. It will be nice if the hotel offers a shuttle to nearby pigeon point beach for a change. If you travel from Europe /12 hour fl...

★★★★★
Barry Gleadall · a month ago

Thank you to all the staff that made this experience so wonderful. From room service to dining to maintenance, everyone took the time to ensure we happy. An absolutely beautiful facility and great location, we spent many hours sailing, swimming and drinks at the bear on the beach. Well done to al...

★★★★★
Lady Petrina · 4 months ago

Spent a week here with our 8-year-old and had a wonderfully relaxing stay. The resort makes a strong first impression with beautiful, well-kept grounds and genuinely welcoming staff. Quick thanks to Alton and reception desk. There’s a noticeable culture of friendliness, staff and guests alike greet...

★★★★★
Beth · 3 months ago

I recently had the pleasure of staying at St. James’s Club & Villas, and it exceeded every expectation. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warm hospitality and breathtaking views that instantly set the tone for a relaxing getaway. The property itself is stunning, nestled on a private pe...

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About the Location
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The Vibe
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What's actually included

What the all-inclusive plan covers at St. James's Club & Villas

The line between “all-inclusive” and “all-inclusive except the good stuff” is where trips get expensive. Here's what's genuinely covered, and what still costs extra.

Premium & à la carte dining
Official all-inclusive includes meals, snacks and most dining, but Piccolo Mondo carries a per-person supplement.
Partly included
Top-shelf liquor
Beverages are included, but premium-label rules were not fully verified.
Partly included
Room service
Official FAQ states room service is available from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Partly included
Wi-Fi
Official FAQ says in-room Wi-Fi is included in the resort fee.
Included
In-room minibar
Official FAQ says rooms have mini-refrigerators, but they do not come stocked.
Not available
Motorized water sports
Official FAQ states parasailing and jet skiing are not offered; snorkeling trips off property are available for a fee.
Costs extra
Non-motorized water sports
Official all-inclusive page lists complimentary non-motorized water activities including windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and pedal boats.
Included
Spa treatments
Spa and salon treatments are promoted but not included.
Costs extra
Off-site excursions
Official FAQ says tours and excursions are booked through the tour desk.
Costs extra
Kids' club
Official FAQ lists kids club activities for potty-trained children ages 4 to 11.
Included
Tipping & gratuities
Official all-inclusive page states gratuities, taxes and service fees are included in the nightly rate.
Tips included

Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so always confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this.

Rooms & Suites

Who fits where at St. James's Club & Villas

All 6 room categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages.

The right room is personal: a swim-out for the pool people, a top floor for the view people, two real bedrooms and two baths for families who like a little distance. Here's the lineup from the resort's own accommodations pages.

Family fitsleeps up to 7 in one key · Two-Bedroom Villa and Three-Bedroom Villa take 5+ · true two-bedroom available · connecting rooms on request
Club Room
sleeps 2 · Garden view · ground floor
Official room page states one king bed and 425 sq. ft.
Premium Room
sleeps 4 · Ocean or garden view · connecting available
Official room page states 500 sq. ft.; one king or two double beds.
Beachfront Room
sleeps 4 · Coco's Beach · connecting available
Official room page states 540 sq. ft. and ground-floor terrace or second-story balcony.
Royal Suite
sleeps 2 · Mamora Bay
Official FAQ states Royal Suites are in the adults-only section.
Two-Bedroom Villa
sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths · Mamora Bay
Official villa page states 1,600 sq. ft., full kitchen and separate living/dining area.
Three-Bedroom Villa
sleeps 7 · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths · Mamora Bay
Official villa page states 1,900 sq. ft., full kitchen and separate living/dining area.

From the resort's own accommodations pages. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.

The Daily Reality

Food, pools & the beach itself

Where you'll actually spend the week: how many places there are to eat and drink, what the pool scene offers, and what the water in front of the resort is really like.

Dining & bars

5 restaurants6 barsReservations at some venues· 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.

Pools & waterplay

6 poolsKids' pool

Official all-inclusive page lists six pools; Expedia confirms six outdoor pools and a children's pool.

The beach itself

Calm, swimmable waterEntry varies along the shoreSnorkeling from shoreSargassum: seasonal (typically spring through summer in the wider Caribbean)

Resort has two beaches on a private 100-acre peninsula; Mamora Bay is calmer for families, while Coco's Beach is more open.

Venue counts come from the resort's own pages; beach conditions draw on monitoring data and consistent traveler reports. The sea doesn't read press releases, so treat seasonal notes as odds, not promises.

For Families

Taking the kids to St. James's Club & Villas?

A family week turns on the details brochures skip: whether the kids' club is genuinely supervised, who watches the baby on date night, and whether four of you fit in one room. Here's what we've verified.

Kids' club
Supervised program, ages 4–11
Drop-off care from
Age 4, younger kids need babysitting
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

Official FAQ states kids club is for potty-trained children ages 4 to 11; babysitting and evening kids club activities are currently unavailable.

Questions parents ask

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 runs a supervised kids' club for ages 4–11. Drop-off starts at age 4; younger children need babysitting or a parent alongside. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.

Is the beach at St. James's Club & Villas good for young children?

The water in front is typically calm, and the entry varies along the shore. Sargassum seaweed is seasonal (typically spring through summer in the wider Caribbean), so check recent reports for your travel month.

Does St. James's Club & Villas offer babysitting?

No. St. James's Club & Villas doesn't offer babysitting. For children below the kids' club age, plan on parent coverage.

Is there anything for teenagers at St. James's Club & Villas?

No dedicated teen program at St. James's Club & Villas; teens fall back on the pools, sports, and whatever independence you give them.

Do you need dinner reservations at St. James's Club & Villas?

At some restaurants: book the à la carte venues early in your stay and keep the buffet as the no-plan fallback for meltdown nights.

Kids' club ages, hours, and babysitting availability change seasonally, so confirm with the resort before booking.

Not sure this one fits your crew? Match resorts to your kids' exact ages for verified facts, not brochure claims.

The Palmprint file

How we scored St. James's Club & Villas

Our independent research: the score, the evidence behind every mark, and what guests actually say.

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7.9/10
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Scores

Beach8.4
High
Food7.4
High
Service7.7
High
Rooms7.2
High
Pools8.4
High
Value7.5
Medium
Family8.5
High
Quiet7.6
Medium
Remote work6.8
Medium

Pros

  • 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

  • Mandatory local resort fee and tourism levy.
  • Piccolo Mondo carries a surcharge.
  • Some villas and bathrooms receive dated-condition complaints.

Things to know

  • 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.

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 common complaints
  • Older rooms and villa bathrooms
  • Restaurant reservations and surcharges
  • Local resort fee and extras
  • No babysitting
Things people wish they knew
  • This is a spacious family all-inclusive with real extras and some dated-room risk, not a brand-new luxury resort.
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.

Rooms

Rooms To Avoid:Older villas if bathroom condition is a priorityMedium

Recent Booking.com and Tripadvisor feedback repeatedly mentions villa bathrooms needing updates.

Closest To Beach:Beachfront RoomHigh

Official room page states Beachfront Rooms face Coco's Beach.

Best Room Category For Families:Two-Bedroom VillaHigh

Official villa page confirms two bedrooms, two baths, full kitchen, separate living space and capacity up to six.

The facts

280
Room Count
6
Number Of Pools
86
Booking Review Count
822
Expedia Review Count
5
Number Of Restaurants
4
Number Of Tennis Courts
5033
Tripadvisor Review Count
3
Number Of Pickleball Courts
SpaTennisGood WifiKids ClubBeachfrontPickleballPrivate PoolFamily FriendlySwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food
Venue Depth: 7.8Children Menus: 8Included Meals: 8.2Reservation Friction: 6.6Piccolo Surcharge Drag: 6.8
Dining Inventory And Review Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, Antigua Government · verified 2026-07-19
Beach
Two Beaches: 8.8Guest Sentiment: 8.2Snorkeling Access: 7.8Cocos Beach Setting: 8.2Mamora Bay Swimmability: 8.6
Beach And Review Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, Mapcarta · verified 2026-07-19
Pools
Crowding: 7.4Kids Pool: 8.2Pool Count: 8.6Beach Pool Balance: 8.4
Amenity Inventory Analysis · sources: Official, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Quiet
Mamora Bay Calm: 8Private Peninsula: 8.4Family Resort Energy: 6.6Low Key Evening Entertainment: 7.8
Setting And Review Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Rooms
Villa Space: 8.4Bathroom Update Drag: 6.2Beachfront Room Size: 8Booking Comfort Score: 7.9
Room Inventory And Review Analysis · sources: Official Rooms, Official Villas, Booking.com, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Value
Included Depth: 8.2Villa Family Value: 8Local Resort Fee Drag: 6.4Premium Dining Surcharge Drag: 6.6
Value And Review Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Family
Kids Club: 8.4Kids Pool: 8.2Villa Layouts: 8.8Calm Mamora Bay: 8.6Babysitting Absence Drag: 5.8
Family Program Analysis · sources: Official FAQ, Official Villas, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-19
Overall
Family Depth: 8.5Review Depth: 9.2Room Age Drag: 6.6Guest Sentiment: 7.6Official Inclusion Depth: 8.4
Weighted Review And Official Analysis · sources: Official, Booking.com, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, Mapcarta, Antigua Government · verified 2026-07-19
Service
Consistency: 7.2Family Support: 8Staff Friendliness: 8Recent Booking Staff Score: 7.7
Review Analysis · sources: Booking.com, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Reddit, Official · verified 2026-07-19
Remote work
Desk In Room: 7In Room Wifi: 7.4Public Area Wifi: 7Business Facility Gap: 5.6
Wifi And Workspace Analysis · sources: Official FAQ, Official Rooms, Booking.com · verified 2026-07-19

Sources

RedditExpediaMapcartaOfficialTripadvisorOfficial FaqOfficial RoomsBooking ReviewsOfficial VillasAntigua GovernmentOfficial All Inclusive

Scored with Palmprint methodology v1.0.

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