Galley Bay Resort, Resort Hotel Vacations, Honeymoons and Travel Packages

Galley Bay, an intimate, Caribbean hideaway, delights guests with its refined, unpretentious atmosphere and its relaxing, all-inclusive pricing. Its glimmering turquoise seascapes and lush gardens create a relaxing, natural setting for those who want to decompress and escape from the world. The focal point is our private, three-quarter-mile white sand beach on the clear, warm Caribbean, where you can recline in the shade of a palm tree, soak up the sun or enjoy a refreshing swim and complimentary non-motorized water-sports. The resort’s commitment to peace and tranquility means that children under 16 years of age are only accepted during two weeks of the year.

With two romantic open-air restaurants and three welcoming lounges, you’ll never need to leave the property to enjoy three delicious meals each day, along with afternoon tea, evening hors d’oeuvres, by-the-glass wines and top-shelf beverages. Live entertainment, cocktail parties and Caribbean barbecues punctuate evenings at Galley Bay. By day, you can take advantage of a full array of complimentary water-sports equipment and instruction, lounge by the swimming pool or beach, or get active on the jogging trails or tennis courts.

Suites

The first thing you’ll notice about your Suite is the fabulous beachfront location. Then you’ll quickly realize that our suite accommodations offer all the comforts and amenities you’d expect of an award-winning resort. We’re especially proud of our 32 new Premium Suites, which offer a stylish departure in décor from our original Caribbean-style rooms. These suites have a luxurious feel, with gleaming granite, tropical photographs and dark acacia wood furnishings that are both understated and refined. Step down into the sunken living room and open the sliding, floor-to-ceiling doors, then perch on a stylish sofa to enjoy the sea breeze and stellar views. You’ll also notice the opulent feel of 400-thread-count sheets and the cozy throws that grace our new king beds.

Cottages

Our Gauguin cottages reflect the artist’s lifestyle in Tahiti, with privacy that represents a departure from many of the constraints of civilization, along with the comfort you’d expect of a stay at Galley Bay. Settle in close to our peaceful lagoon, a sanctuary for beautiful native birds and wildlife, and enjoy the solitude amid the deep greenery that surrounds the cottages. As you approach, you’ll see the peaked, thatched roofs poking above the foliage and a few hints of the thick, round walls of each unit – twin “rondoval” cottages joined by a sheltered breezeway. They’re especially popular with newlyweds who wish to unplug from the world for awhile. In the bedroom, cool, whitewashed walls, woven bamboo ceilings, louvered windows and terra-cotta tile create a rustic, Tahitian ambiance, with bold splashes of bright color that echo Gauguin’s absorbing natural palette, and the deep cool provided by individually controlled air conditioning units.

Guestrooms

Offering a touch of Old Caribbean warmth and hospitality, our Superior and Deluxe Beachfront rooms are comfortable, romantic hideaways set practically at the water’s edge. Replete with colorful island artwork, rooms feature vibrant hued accents, muted greens and warm tones of wicker that play against the cool backdrop of the whitewashed walls and echo the gracious Caribbean tones of Galley Bay.

The Sea Grape restaurant is open for all three meals daily. Warm, friendly service by our outstanding wait staff will make you feel right at home. Be sure to join in the festivities at our weekly Caribbean barbecue, when the gentle sound of the waves and live steel-drum music accompany your meal.

Lounges & Bars

Enjoy a cooling break from the sun by day or a satisfying nightcap at any one of Galley Bay’s three open-air lounges. All three serve a wonderful selection of cooling Caribbean cocktails, top-shelf liquor and wines by the glass, along with nonalcoholic beverages.

Make a point of stopping by the distinctive TeePee Bar, with its high peaked roof. It’s famous for the Galley Bay Special, a delightful frozen mixture of Cavalier light rum, coconut cream, grenadine and fresh bananas. The TeePee Bar is a popular gathering spot where guests enjoy each other’s company and spectacular sea views, both day and night. The Lounge Bar, which is open from lunchtime onward, is a fine place to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in a comfortable, social setting, and enjoy live nightly entertainment. For the utmost in romance, the Gauguin Bar welcomes guests before and after lunch and dinner in a lovely setting with a very private atmosphere.

Entertainment

No Caribbean experience would be complete without the music of the islands. Galley Bay makes it a point to keep its guests entertained with the best local musicians, who bring island-inflected live music to the resort each night. Steel pan, reggae and island adaptations of classic popular music create a romantic milieu for unforgettably romantic evenings at Galley Bay.

Welcome to Indulge spa!

For the utmost in relaxation and pampering, we invite guests to explore Indulge, our beautiful new spa, which made its debut in January 2008. Indulge is inspired by the distinctive look of our Gauguin cottages, and is centrally located, adjacent to the calming waters of our lagoon and surrounding bird sanctuary. The spacious, multi-level hideaway features three massage areas, two of which are rustic, open-air treatment “pods.” The pods are rough-hewn, airy massage decks draped with sheer, white curtains for privacy, and both overlook the bird sanctuary and lagoon. The second, shaded treatment pod is designed to accommodate two massage tables, for romantic his-and-hers treatments, in keeping with Galley Bay’s emphasis on couples.

While we can’t guarantee that you’ll manage to stay awake during your relaxing treatments, if you do, you’ll enjoy the wonderful lagoon view, courtesy of mirrors strategically placed at the base of each massage bed for just this purpose. The spa also has a second couples room and a third, air-conditioned private massage room.

Before or after your treatment, you’re welcome to unwind and enjoy the natural surroundings on our third, open-air relaxation pod. Here at Indulge, you’ll also be able to enjoy the spa pool and surrounding deck, either pre- or post-treatment.

With a beautiful location that’s designed with privacy and romance in mind, Galley Bay is the perfect choice for a wedding. The resort is dedicated to adults for all but two weeks a year, and its lovely, rustic beachfront gazebo and spectacular beach and garden settings make for one-of-a-kind weddings that are limited only by your imagination.

Honeymoons

The lush beauty of tropical vegetation, a white sand beach lapped by the brilliant Caribbean Sea and an all-inclusive plan that provides for all the basics – including romantic dinners, snorkeling adventures and lovely accommodations – make Galley Bay a naturally romantic spot for a honeymoon.

There’s no better way to celebrate your anniversary than with a vacation at Galley Bay. To make the day even more memorable, consider renewing your vows. You might choose an informal barefoot-on-the-beach ceremony or a more formal garden or gazebo setting for your vow exchange.

At Galley Bay, the beach is never far away. Just a few steps from your room, our three-quarter-mile-long beach is the perfect place for a cooling swim or an invigorating beach walk. If you’ve always wanted to explore the under-sea world, this is the time. Snorkeling equipment and caring instruction is complimentary at Galley Bay.

On Galley Bay’s beautiful, three-quarter-mile crescent of sand, the inviting sea is a fantastic natural playground for a host of non-motorized water sports. All lessons and equipment are included, just another luxurious reason to choose an all-inclusive stay at Galley Bay.

Try your hand at sailing a Sunfish for a remarkable view of the coast from offshore. You can ply the waters in a sea kayak and navigate the waves as you explore the extreme, rocky reaches of our beautiful cove. You’ll enjoy the view – and you’ll likely be viewed as you make your way up and down the shore – by our celebrity neighbors whose elaborate homes overlook Galley Bay.

On land, you can partake of a wide array of sports and pastimes. Galley Bay features an Astro-Turf tennis court for daytime play. To put a new spin on your game, join one of our clinics or ask us to arrange for personal instruction. You can also try your hand at table tennis, or borrow a bicycle for a spin around the property.