The only rule at Starfish Jolly Beach Resort is to have as much fun as possible. This hotel is perfect for singles, families and couples seeking a value-packed holiday. Located on a stunning kilometre-long stretch of beach on the sheltered West Coast, this action-oriented hotel offers many options for active vacationers and sunseekers alike.
Location: Directly on an amazing half-mile stretch of white sand, Jolly Beach on a protected bay with clear, calm waters, just a 20 minute drive from the capital of St. John's and 30 minutes from the airport.
Great value and arguably Antigua's best beach is what you will find at the Jolly Beach Resort. This 3 star resort offers simple rooms, good food and a magnificent white sand beach. A good choice for families, couples and singles.
- Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with a la carte dining*
- Domestic brand drinks from 10:30am to 11:00pm
- Use of gym
- Watersports including: snorkeling, windsurfing, sunfish & hobiecat sailing, paddle boats, kayaks
- Day and night tennis (proper attire required)
- Daily activities
- Beach volleyball
- Beach soccer
- Croquet
- Table tennis
- Badminton
- Dance lessons
- Aerobic classes
- Theme nights
- Nightly entertainment
- 462 rooms in twenty-three 2 to 4 storey buildings
- 1 buffet restaurant
- 3 a la carte restaurants (International, Indian, Caribbean, Italian)
- 6 bars including Swim-up bar, Pool bar
- 2 outdoor pools, waterfall
- 18-hole golf course 15 minute walk away
- Meeting facilities (fee)
- 4 tennis courts (4 lit) on-site
- Souvenir gift shop
- Fitness facilities
- Exercise classes
- Scuba diving nearby (fee)
- A range of watersports available
Standard Room includes:
- A/C
- 2 twins or 1 king bed
- TV
- Phone
- Pay-safe
- Bathroom with shower
- Hair-dryer
- Patio or balcony with ocean view
- Max. occ. 3 adults or 2 adults & 1 child
Superior Room:
- Same as Standard but larger with 2 queen beds
- Full bathroom
- Coffee and tea-maker
- Mini-fridge
- Max. occ. 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children
Honeymoon Bonus - Honeymoon packages are available. Please inquire for details.
Wedding Package - Packages available. Please inquire for details.
Early Booking Bonus - This hotel may offer early booking bonuses at certain times of the year. If early booking bonuses apply to your vacation, prices shown online have already been adjusted accordingly. Please inquire for complete details.
Some restaurants may be open for certain meals only and limited visits may apply. Reservations required and dress code in effect for a la carte restaurants. Time restrictions may apply for water sports.
Child pricing may only be available with select tour operators and valid for select dates and durations. Child pricing rules are subject to change without notice. Please contact one of our vacation specialists if you require assistance with child pricing.
Photo identification and/or credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy. Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges upon check-in to fulfil.
Hotels do not condone unruly behavior, parties in rooms, excessive noise or any other actions that violate the hotels terms of use. Guests may be removed from the property at their own expense in the event of any disturbance or complaint from other guests or hotel staff. Escapes.ca cannot be held responsible for any guests who may be removed from the hotel due to a violation of rules.
What's Included
Vacation package bookings include the following:
- Round-trip flights
- Hotel accommodations
- Airport transfers (see exceptions below)
- Departure taxes (see exceptions below)
- Tourist cards (see exceptions below)
- Hotel taxes
All-inclusive resorts typically include the following options. Please see each specific hotels all-inclusive details for what is included, as it may vary from the list below.
- All meals
- Drinks (typically soft drinks and domestic beer, wine and spirits)
- Daily activities
- Nightly entertainment
- Non-motorized water sports
Items not included:
- Baggage fees (if applicable, see Supplier's terms on reservation page for details)
- Resort and Environmental fees (if applicable) must be paid directly to the hotel
- Travel insurance (mandatory if traveling to Cuba)
- Airport transfers for packages to USA
- Airport transfers for packages to Europe
- Items of a personal nature
NOTE:
- If traveling to the Dominican Republic with Sunwing or Signature Vacations, tourist cards ($10USD) and departure taxes ($20USD) are not included.
- As of November 9, 2019 Los Cabos has implemented a non-mandatory tourist tax of $18:50 per person payable upon entry into Los Cabos.
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Based on 1452 Reviews
Just returned from Jolly Beach and had a wonderful time. We have been going to Jolly Beach for the last 25 years and have never been disappointed. Since COVID it is now under the management of Elite Resorts, which owns a number of other resorts on the island. I must say they are making wonderful improvements to the resort. The resort is a 3 star, but very clean with a one mile beach that is a 10 star in my opinion. Probably the nicest beach on the whole island. The staff at the resort are very nice and friendly. A few of our old friends from the resort are still there, which was so nice to see them again. There is one restaurant called the Pizza Factory, which the food is very good that you will need to make a reservation. The Palms Restaurant serves buffet displaying wonderful dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Every night was a theme night with different nationality foods. You could always find something you liked at all times. Of course there was the Coconut Grille by the large pool that served hamburgers, hotdogs, jerk chicken and fries all afternoon. I understand they will be closing the large pool for renovations around April 14, 2024. The large bar has been totally renovated and is just beautiful with comfortable seating and the drinks are delicious and refreshing. The resort is not totally complete with a section of rooms still under renovations, but I’m sure by next year everything will be totally up and running with even newer improvements . There was a gentleman named Mr. Wonderful who sang and played the keyboard. He has a wonderful voice and sounded just like Tom Jones. Everyone seemed to enjoy him. There was also a steel band and a DJ. I made a few suggestions to Lorenzo, who is amazing guy and keeps an eye on everything that goes on at the resort. He’s there day and night (I don’t think he sleeps)and is all over the resort making sure everything is perfect for their guests. I noticed one thing about him is that he is not afraid to roll up his sleeves and pitch in to help the staff when it was needed. He’s a very dedicated employee! I hope he follows through with some of my suggestions. Hint, hint. So I’m thrilled Jolly Beach reopened, and now I can return to my second home again! So if you are looking for a vacation resort that is clean, safe and affordable Jolly Beach is the place! 😁
Went to Jolly resort in late March '24; solo trip, small room on the 1st floor, very close to the lobby area, was clean enough, AC worked ok, screen ripped off door, poor lighting in bathroom, drawers falling apart. Food was ok for buffet style dining, it's not fine cuisine. The staff everywhere was great. Even though it's not required, a small tip goes a long way. The main pool is beautiful, about 200 ft long! The grill and bar at the pool were great. The beach is beautiful. Even though it wasn't too crowded the beach lounges with shade are all reserved by 7 AM. If you wanted you you walk further down the beach and there were plenty of chairs and it was less crowded. It is worth it to visit some of the other beautiful beaches close by.
Had an Airbnb with own pool it was a beautiful villa with view and all the amenities you could want for.
Nice ambiance very windy to fly kites, and boos all aroind to purchace at affordable prices.
Bad food, worse staff, almost zero activities. Had to be moved from the filthy first room with the ceiling caving in to a room that can be categorized as "just dirty". Beach was beautiful. My recommendation, find a different resort and just visit the beach. This place isn't worth the rude people or having to use the bathroom 6 times per day for the subpar food.
A wonderful place to stay, staff great, nothing short of paradise
We stayed for three nights in a superior king room. We chose the room as the reviews mentioned the standard rooms were very small. It’s a large resort in blocks situated on an amazing beach. The beach is paradise. The rooms are dated and in need of a refurbishment but they are clean. The aircon is good and the room towels are white and fluffy. The food was excellent and the Italian restaurant is definitely worth booking. The Palms is the buffet restaurant by the long bar and this is where you will find the evening entertainment. Coconut Grill for lunch was great just by the beach. The jerk chicken was amazing. Reception seemed to be constantly busy and not enough staff. The grounds are well kept and you have two pools to choose from. The resort toilets are very clean and well looked after. They also have a security presence on the beach. You will be spoilt for choice for seating at all times. We never found queues for dinner. Good cocktail list and the rose wine was also fine. We were heading off to St James which is an Elite resort so I can only hope for good things for this resort in the future.
The cleaner lady was one of the nicest people I've ever met, she was so polite. Most of the service people were very nice.
Great place, outstanding beach, wonderful staff, much refurbishing in progress, would visit again.
Atmosphere relaxing ,
Body massage very good
Great place, lovely people doing their best with limited resources and great location
Absolutely gorgeous beach friendly little tents selling clothes and the sea is crystal clear we never stopped at the hotel because we were on a cruise it was a day trip but well worth it loved the place
Very good place
We just came back from our week stay in Jolly Beach Hotel and I have to say that I don't understand some of the bad reviews. Yes the hotel is outdated, but everything important is working such as aircon in the rooms. Food is great, we had different themes throught the week for dinners, staff is very polite and friendly. The beach is beautiful. What else do you need for holiday? It is very honest hotel in great location. We loved our stay and definitely want to come back. Thank you Jolly for maiking our holiday enjoyable and relaxing and see you soon again 😊. Veronika & Simon.
Amazing beach, quiet and not crowded with incredible views. Food is varied and plentiful in two restaurants. Quiet with no booming music going all day. Staff works very hard to make your stay relaxing.
Magnificent beach
Loved this place! Beautiful views, extremely friendly and helpful staff, good food. No complaints here. First time in Antigua and had an awesome experience at Jolly Beach Resort!
Great place to visit when in Antigua.
Wonderful Sun, beach and bar experience. Perfect for relaxation
Just went to the resort for the day. Locals will deal on the price. AWESOME!
Beautiful beach ⛱️ 💙 😍
