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Alphabetical listing of the services available at Antigua Village and some General Information.
Air-Conditioning All rooms are equipped with Air-Conditioning units. Please keep all windows and doors closed whilst your air conditioner is turned on and help us conserve energy by switching the A.C. unit off when leaving your room.
Baby sitters The Reception Desk has a list of reliable baby sitters who need to be booked 24 hours in advance. This service is only available through the Village Reception.
Banking Facilities Travellers cheques and foreign currency may be exchanged at the Reception Desk but we respectfully remind guests that the Village is not a bank and therefore we can only exchange limited amounts of cash to help you, at rates slightly less advantageous than the banks. In St. John’s there are branches of the following banks: Barclays Bank plc (now First Caribbean Bank), Royal Bank of Canada, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (nor First Caribbean Bank), Antigua Commercial Bank, Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Antigua, Antigua Barbuda Investment Bank and Caribbean Banking Corporation. Please ask at Reception for business hours. A number of banks are equipped with ATM machines for out of hours banking and cash dispensing.
Bathrobes Embroidered Owners’ Club cotton bathrobes are provided in each Apartment on the basis of one robe per registered guest. Robes are changed with each change of bed linen. Bathrobes not left in apartments at the end of a stay will be charged at US$ 60 per robe. Robes are available for sale as souvenirs at reception.
Bars There are several bars close to the Village; on the south perimeter is our partner bar and restaurant Coconut Grove and on our northern beachfront perimeter ‘The Beach’. Look under ‘The Island’, ‘Food and Drink’ for a full listing of restaurants and bars in Antigua. A number of restaurants and bars are associated with ‘The Owners’ Club’, look under click ‘The Village’, ‘Owners’ Club Facilities’ for details.
Beaches Antigua Village is situated on Dickenson Bay with over a mile of white sandy beach. The water there is perfect for all the family, with only the very occasional sea urchin or jelly fish to be even moderately wary of. Dickenson Bay was recently selected by Expedia.com as the fourth best beach in the World and so we are very proud of our fabulous location. Antigua boasts hundreds of superb beaches all of which are public and you are free to use them at your own risk. Look under ‘The Island’ ‘Leisure’ and ‘Beaches’ for a selection of the best.
Beach Towels Beach Towels will be provided in each guest room on arrival (one per registered guest). Beach towels may be changed daily at the ‘Housekeeping’ office, or out of hours at Reception. Beach towels not returned at the end of a stay will be charged at US$ 30 per towel.
Beach Vendors The vast majority of the beach vendors you will find on Dickenson Bay are honest and trustworthy and sell products and services that are of good value and high quality. However, to discourage the few who are less reputable there is a Village rule that Beach vendors are not allowed to sell their wares in the Village grounds and we ask you to assist us by not inviting vendors onto the property.
Beauty Salons Appointments may be made via Reception with any of the many professional salons in St John’s.
Car Rental Reception will gladly help you in obtaining a rental car or jeep. Look under ‘The Island’, ‘Leisure’ and ‘By Land’ for a listing of Car rental operators and check the ‘Owners’ Club Facilities’ for any current offer. An Antiguan Visitor’s Driving License is necessary and this can usually be obtained from the vehicle rental company. The cost is currently EC$ 50 or US$ 20 and the temporary licence is valid for three months. Licenses can also be obtained from the Antigua and Barbuda Transportation Department’s licensing centre near St. John’s.
Check out time Check out time is at 11am and we ask you to assist us in our endeavours to have rooms ready for new arrivals by adhering to this time. Should you require a room for changing due to a late departure flight please ask at Reception and we will try to oblige you. Check in time is 4pm. There are bathroom and luggage storage facilities available in the Village’s Reception/Lounge.
Church Services Our Reception has a full list of all the places of worship for all denominations represented in Antigua.
Credit Cards We accept the following major credit and charge cards: Visa, AMEX, and Mastercard. Facilities can be arranged for some others. Personal cheques are not accepted.
Credit Facilities Credit facilities may be available on request.
Currency Although US Dollars are widely accepted, the official currency of Antigua is the “E.C” Dollar, or East Caribbean Dollar, known affectionately by many as the ‘Bee Wee’ Dollar. Our buying rate is EC$2.65 for US$1.00. Our selling rate is EC$2.70 for US $1.00. The exchange rate for other currencies fluctuates and will be posted daily.
Doctor We have two doctors on call to the Village. Kindly settle fees directly after the doctor has been in attendance. The Antiguan Government has set fixed rates and all doctors usually follow these rates.
Dining Antigua Village’s two partner restaurants are Coconut Grove and Le Bistro. For current special arrangements click here. There are a large number of excellent restaurants and cafes in Antigua. Look under ‘The Island’, ‘Food and Drink’ Click on restaurants for a full listing. Our Village reception staff will be happy to make reservations for you any of our listed selections.
Electric Current All rooms are equipped with 110 Voltage 60 cycle.
Fax We provide a fax service to guests for a charge. Please enquire at the Front Desk. Our guest fax number is (268) 462 0375
Fishing Fishing trips can be arranged through Reception. Look under ‘Owners’ Club Facilities’ for any current special arrangements.
First Aid Please contact the Front Desk
Florist Bouquets and flowers may be delivered to your apartment within 24 hours of order.
Glass-bottom boat There are various boat rides daily from Dickenson Bay. Contact reception for details.
Golf Cedar Valley golf course is just 5 minutes away by car. 18 holes, par 69. Clubs, carts and caddies are available. Look under ‘The Village’, ‘Owners’ Club Facilities’ for current special golfing arrangement.
Grocery and Liquor Store This is located opposite the Reception Area at the car park. It is open 7 days a week and can cater for most of your shopping needs. Also, every morning a local fresh fruit and vegetables seller sets up in the car park with first class fresh produce.
Island Activities Scuba diving, sailing trips, sea fishing, parasailing, windsurfing, mini-golf and many more activities are available just a stroll away from the Village. Please ask at Reception for full details and look under ‘The Village’, Owners’ Club Facilities’ for any current special arrangements.
Keys For your safety please deposit your key at Reception when leaving the Village. Guests will be charged US$ 10 for each lost room key. Room keys should be taken with you if you plan to return after midnight when Reception closes. Reminder – all keys must be returned to Reception before departure. A version of the distinctive Antigua Village key rings may be purchased as souvenirs from reception.
Laundry Laundry bags are to be found in your room upon arrival. Place items to be laundered in the bag which your maid will collect and return when laundered. Allow 24 hours for service weekdays and 48 hours weekends and holidays.
Lost and Found Please check with the Front Desk for items you may have lost, found or miss-placed. Ext. 4010 or 4017 for the Housekeeper
Mail Outgoing mail can be left at the Front Desk for pick up each day at 9am. Incoming mail will be retained at Reception for collection. Stamps may also be purchased from Reception.
Maintenance Should you notice any defects in your room or around the grounds we ask you kindly to report these to our Front Desk, and they will be attended to swiftly.
Messages Telephone messages left for you will be indicated by a red light on your telephone. Should an urgent message arrive for you we will endeavour to locate you. If we cannot locate you the message will be sent to your apartment.
Photocopying As part of our business centre facilities a copying machine is available. Please ask for assistance. A charge will be made for this service.
Pool Our freshwater swimming pool is open from 6am to 9pm daily. Children should use the shallow end of the pool and always be accompanied by an adult. Guests wishing to use the pool outside these hours can do so as long as their conduct does not disturb other guests. No lifeguard on duty.
Postcards Postcards may be purchased at Reception.
Reception / Front Desk This service is available from 8:30am to 10:00pm daily.
Rum Punch Party Weather permitting, all guests are invited to the manager’s once weekly Get Acquainted Rum Punch Party at poolside. Invitations are sent to all guests.
Safety Deposit Boxes For your convenience individual safety deposit boxes are available in your room. Locks with keys may be rented at the Front Desk. Complimentary boxes are also available at the front desk. We suggest that our guests make use of these boxes to safely store their valuables, as regrettably Antigua Village will not take responsibility for valuables not protected in this manner. Please note: should you lose your complimentary safety deposit box key there will be a US$40 charge for lock replacement and US$40 for losing your in-room box key.
Security Please ensure that all windows and doors are locked before retiring or when leaving your room, and that nothing of value is left outside. There is a 24 hour security service at Antigua Village for the general security of the property and to prevent unauthorised persons wandering around. Also security will check to ensure that entrance and patio doors are locked, especially at night.
Shopping The local times for shopping in Antigua are: Monday to Saturday 8am to noon, 1pm to 4pm, except Thursdays when some shops close at noon. There is some excellent shopping in St. Johns’ and elsewhere on the island. For a sample listing look under ‘The Island’, and ‘Shopping’.
Sightseeing and Tours There is a very complete listing of all of the excellent tours and excursions available in Antigua and Barbuda listed on this website. Look under ‘The Island’ and ‘Leisure’ for listings. There are a number of special Owners’ Club tour and excursion offers. Please check with ‘Owners’Club Facilities’ for current details. Full listings are kept in the Reception Lounge and the Village reception staff will be delighted to advise you on the best tours and excursions available, and to make bookings for you.
Taxi Taxis are readily available near to Reception. Antigua Village is proud to boast a team of excellent, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable taxi drivers. Although taxis in Antigua are not metered, fares are fixed and a list of current tariffs is available in reception.
Tanning Tips In the tropics the sun’s rays beat down with greater power and intensity than in more temperate climates, and for this reason you will need to take greater care against sunburn. Heeding the following pointers may mean the difference between a fun-filled vacation and a pain-filled one …. Start off with limited periods of sun exposure, 20 – 40 minute periods alternated with equal time in the shade. Drink plenty of liquids to keep the pores open. Start your tan with lotion as this helps screen the UV rays whereas oils are specifically designed to magnify the rays. After your sunbathing do not take hot showers as this helps to wash away the body’s natural oils. Stay moist after your sunbathing as well as during, by using moisturizers fortified with Aloe and Vitamin E as these help preserve the youth of your skin. Once again, moderation is the key to the safest tan.
Tipping, Service Charge, Tax For your convenience, a 10% service charge is included in your accommodation rate in lieu of gratuities. Further tipping is at your discretion. A Government tax which is currently 8.5% will be added to your accommodation account.
Telephone All rooms are equipped with a modern automatic telephone system that will also allow for international direct dialling (IDD) with or without hotel or local telephone operator’s assistance. A local island directory is placed in each room for convenience. For internal dialling, check your Special In House Directory for extension numbers.
Televisions All rooms are equipped with a television and feature approximately 18 cable channels.
Water Sports These services are available on the beach by private operators. These usually feature: windsurfing, sunfish sailing and waterskiing. Other water sports activities are also available for your pleasure. Check with ‘’Owners’ Club Facilities’ for current special watersports arrangements.
Water Conservation Fresh water is probably Antigua’s most precious commodity, as annual rainfall is a mere 40 inches, resulting in the occasional rationing in private homes, businesses and hotels. Please help us to conserve water and, we apologise if any of the measures we impose inconvenience you in any way. The tap water is safe to drink although many people prefer to buy bottled water for drinking.
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