SOURCE: Hospitalitynet- Antigua’s premier resort, Carlisle Bay, has launched a multimillion-dollar renovation project, with all phases expected to be completed by November 2027.
A five-star resort and proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Carlisle Bay will unveil the first phase of its transformation this year.
The full evolution—encompassing guest suites, public areas, dining venues, and enhancements to its signature spa—will unfold over the next three years, aligned with the resort’s annual seasonal closure periods.
Located in Antigua, a destination renowned for its pristine beaches and rich cultural heritage, Carlisle Bay is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on the island’s tourism-driven economy.
With over 60% of Antigua’s GDP attributed to tourism, the resort’s upgraded facilities aim to attract a greater share of international travelers—particularly from key markets in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. It is anticipated that the renovations will increase Carlisle Bay’s revenue by more than 20%, while also boosting occupancy levels—generating greater support for local businesses and creating additional job opportunities within the community.
The first phase of the multimillion-dollar renovation will focus on 55% of the resort’s 87 spacious suites, with a full refurbishment of the Ocean, Bay, and Garden Suites—all located directly on the bay.
These suites will undergo renovations during the resort’s annual closure period and will be ready to welcome guests when the resort reopens in October 2025.
Designed to capture the golden warmth of the Caribbean sun paired with timeless elegance, the Garden, Ocean, and Bay Suites will reflect a new chapter for the resort.
Leading the design vision for the suites is London based designer Miminat Shodeinde of Miminat Designs, whose approach blends contemporary opulence with Antiguan heritage.
The suites will be outfitted with unique textures and materials inspired by the island’s natural environment, while honoring the resort’s authentic spirit.
Thoughtful use of light, color palettes, and contrasting tones will allow guests to fully immerse themselves in Carlisle Bay’s ethos of laid-back luxury.
The next phase is set to refurbish the Beach Balcony Suites, Beach Terrace Suites and Carlisle Suites which will complete the room categories portion of the overall project, due to take place during closure period 2026.
From there, Carlisle Bay’s multiple dining venues and CARA Organic Spa will undergo their own reimagining and are estimated to be completed over the next two years.
Additional details about the renovation and future phases will be shared in due course.For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.carlisle-bay.com or call +1 (268) 484-0000.
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Very nice to see this but wow, that hotel clearly believes in the ‘if it’s broken, just leave it’ philosophy. For such a beautiful property, you’d think they’d at least attempt a proper closure to fix things. But nope…..the pool, the walkways, the gardens, the entrance, the lobby no fans no vibe, the spa, and tennis courts all look like they’ve given up hope. Absolutely charming… in the worst way…
They really need to take a page from other resorts and just close it down properly for renovations and stop the patchwork fixes. The phased approach isn’t cutting it. The pool looks worn out, the gardens are dead, the tennis courts are a waste of space, and the lobby? Dull, hot, and lifeless, no fans, no comfort, just plain lazy. It’s embarrassing for a resort that could actually be something great.
It’s giving abandoned, not luxury.