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Jolly Beach Resort & Spa

3.0 of 5
Bolans Village, Bolans, Saint Mary's, Antigua
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Jolly Beach Resort & Spa
Ranked #3 of 4 hotels in Bolans
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

I stayed at Jolly Beach about a month ago, but wanted to take some time before I wrote my review on it. When my husband and I first arrived at the resort we were greeted with a rum drink and music, the people at the front desk were at first very nice, they placed us in a car with our... More

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Midhurst, Ontario, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

If you're debating about whether to go here or not, I first must preface that it totally depends on what you want. If you want white glove service, immaculate rooms and 5 star food, this probably wouldn't satisfy you. This resort has the best beach on the island (confirmed by many locals) but is a little older so things don't... More

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Genoa, Italy
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We had to stay at the Jolly Bach Resort as my husband had to attend a conference there. After reading some of the reviews we were depressed and thought the whole thing would be a disaster. But when we got there,we were welcomed by very nice receptionists who gave us a superior room on the ground floor a few yards... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Stayed at Jolly Beach hotel last week for 10 days. Rooms as described on trip advisor, small, tired. Stayed in a standard double on my own, friend next door. Glad didn't share because we would have been cramped. Room cleaned daily, fresh towels,no complaints, cleaners very trustworthy. Beautiful beach but wouldn't like to be there in full season. We stayed... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Just returned from a weeks all inclusive holiday. Agree with previous reports - hotel a 'bit tired' and would probably benefit from a refit. Having said that, clean and adequate. The buffet style food in main restaurant was varied and plentiful - breakfast excellent. There are three additional resort restaurants, Italian, Asian and seafood with no visit restrictions. Entertainment staff... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

I recently stayed at the Jolly Beach on business, mainly because I didn't know much about the hotels in Antigua. When reviewing this hotel, I need to temper my comments based on what people will be looking for in this kind of hotel. It has the most amazing beach, probably the best in the Caribbean and possibly comes close to... More

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Montreal Canada
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Stayed there 3 nights late march. It was a bit like stepping back into the 80's when I walked into my room...It was clean okay sized but aged...Other than that the food was pretty good, the beach is great and the company was paying, It wasn't bad at all! I really enjoyed my meal at the Seafood restaurant there!

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Just back from JBR and having read previous reviews I was not sure what to expect but wow what a fantastic holiday we had. I agree with the majority of the other reviewers regarding JBR I believe it is excellent value for an all-inclusive package in beautiful Antigua. The standard room is a solid 3 star, basic and dated however,... More

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NJ
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This trip was October 2012 and it has taken awhile to write as I did not want to unfairly rate this hotel because of other factors such as arriving along with Tropical Storm Raphael. However after three days of rain (mostly staying in the room as there was really nothing to do) and enduring flooded walkways and grounds with sandbags... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Just back from 2 weeks at Jolly Beach Hotel. can only repeat what others have said. The Hotel needs a bit upgrading but everything worked and it was clean and comfortable. Food was ok. Staff great. Beach and weather fantastic. If you can't enjoy yourself here, there is something wrong. We looked at other more expensive hotels on the island... More

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Additional Information about Jolly Beach Resort & Spa

Also Known As:
Jolly Beach Hotel Bolans
Jolly Beach Resort And Spa
Jolly Beach Hotel
Jolly Beach Resort
Jolly Beach Resort Antigua
Jolly Beach Resort All Inclusive
Jolly Beach Antigua
Jolly Beach
Jolly Beach Resort & Spa Antigua/Bolans
Address: Bolans Village, Bolans, Saint Mary's, Antigua
Region: Caribbean > Antigua and Barbuda > Antigua > Saint Mary's > Bolans
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#3 Romantic Hotels in Bolans
#3 Top resorts Hotels in Bolans
#4 Family Hotels in Bolans
#4 On the Beach Hotels in Bolans
Price range (per night): RM520 - 1,028
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The all-inclusive, 464-room Jolly Beach is an exceptional Caribbean experience. Resort offers great year-round value for destination weddings, honeymooners and families. Rates include accommodations, government taxes and service charges, all meals, snacks and afternoon tea, house brand beverages, non-motorized watersports, activities, Jolly Kidz and Teenz Clubs, Think Jolly Family Program, use of the gym and entertainment. All rooms are air-conditioned and face the ocean; each has a patio or balcony, direct-dial phone, TV and hair-dryer. ... more   less 
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