Hotel rates are considerably cheaper in the summer months (May to November) due to the frequent tropical storms. A government tax of 8.5% is added to hotel bills, plus a service charge of 10%. There is no official grading system but there is a wide choice of hotels available. A full list of hotels and guest houses, with rates, is available from the Information Office and at VC Bird International Airport in Antigua. There are three major resort hotels on Barbuda, but the accommodation range is more limited.

Note: Accommodation must be booked well in advance during Tennis Week, Antigua Sailing Week and Carnival (contact the tourist office for further information). No special accommodation facilities exist for students and young travellers and camping is not allowed. Sleeping and living on the beaches is also not permitted.

Guest houses and bed & breakfasts are much cheaper than the hotels and provide basic but clean accommodation, sometimes with meals. There are a number of guest houses and B&Bs on both Antigua and Barbuda.

Self-catering accommodation is available for the budget-minded.

Antigua Hotels and Tourist Association
PO Box 454, Island House, Newgate Street, St John's, Antigua
Tel: 462 0374 or 3703.
Website: www.antiguahotels.org