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Beachfront luxury on Meads and Barnes Bays with three pools, a free kids club, and spacious villas with private pools and kitchens.
Barnes Bay, Anguilla
2010
year opened
181
rooms
$
1500
starting rate
20 minutes
from airport
key features
Sleep
Kids club (age 5+)
Babysitting
5+ bedroom residences
Calm beach
Zero-entry pool
Kids club is free
2-4 bedroom residences
24-hour room service
2+ restaurants on site
Beach sports
Coffee shop
Door separating kid & adult sleeping areas
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Indoor playroom
Outdoor pool
Outside space
Splash-pad
Racket sports
Water sports
Butler service
Kitchen in room
Basketball
Eat
Kids club (age 5+)
Babysitting
5+ bedroom residences
Calm beach
Zero-entry pool
Kids club is free
2-4 bedroom residences
24-hour room service
2+ restaurants on site
Beach sports
Coffee shop
Door separating kid & adult sleeping areas
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Indoor playroom
Outdoor pool
Outside space
Splash-pad
Racket sports
Water sports
Butler service
Kitchen in room
Basketball
Play (on land)
Kids club (age 5+)
Babysitting
5+ bedroom residences
Calm beach
Zero-entry pool
Kids club is free
2-4 bedroom residences
24-hour room service
2+ restaurants on site
Beach sports
Coffee shop
Door separating kid & adult sleeping areas
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Indoor playroom
Outdoor pool
Outside space
Splash-pad
Racket sports
Water sports
Butler service
Kitchen in room
Basketball
Play (in the water)
Kids club (age 5+)
Babysitting
5+ bedroom residences
Calm beach
Zero-entry pool
Kids club is free
2-4 bedroom residences
24-hour room service
2+ restaurants on site
Beach sports
Coffee shop
Door separating kid & adult sleeping areas
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Indoor playroom
Outdoor pool
Outside space
Splash-pad
Racket sports
Water sports
Butler service
Kitchen in room
Basketball
Experience it
See what a stay really looks like with kids.
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sleep
- The resort sits on a cliff between Meads Bay and Barnes Bay, with strong views throughout the property.
- The resort footprint is relatively small, making it easy to get around with young kids.
- All accommodations have outdoor space and about 80% have ocean views.
- Rooms, suites, and residences have private plunge pools; they are elevated, so a baby won't accidentally crawl into one, but toddlers could still climb in.
- Residences are similar to suites, but include full kitchens and up to three bedrooms.
- One-Bedroom Suites have a kitchenette; Deluxe One-Bedroom Suites also include a half bath.
- 4 and 5-bedroom villas (along Barnes Bay) offer private pools, the most space, and direct access to the beach. They come with golf carts and bikes to get around.
- Villas, townhomes, and penthouses include a dedicated host, similar to a butler.
- The design is more modern than most Anguilla hotels; lobby and main restaurant updates were completed in 2025, with room refreshes planned for 2026.
play
- The kids club (age 5-12) is free, with indoor/outdoor play zones, crafts, bikes, treasure hunts, and shaded space; open daily 9 AM–5 PM.
- The resort can provide babysitters for daytime or evening; kids under 5 can visit the kids club with a parent or babysitter.
- There are several family-friendly pools; Bamboo Pool offers zero-entry access, while Aleta Pool is also kid-friendly.
- The Sunset Pool is adults-only.
- Meads Bay and Barnes Bay are calm, swimmable beaches with clear turquoise water.
- Meads Bay is larger and better for lounging and water sports; Barnes Bay has prettier snorkeling but is rockier.
- Complimentary non-motorized water sports include Hobie cats, kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear, boogie boards, and windsurfers.
- The Sports Pavilion includes a basketball court, tennis courts, and a rock-climbing wall.
- Booking a day on a boat is a popular family activity.
- Guests frequently comment on how friendly and helpful the staff are.
- Requests can be handled through the Four Seasons app, with quick response times.
eat
- Breakfast starts at 7am and is available beachside at Bamboo Bar & Grill and at SALT (buffet).
- The coffee shop, Café Nai, also opens at 7am and has light bites.
- If you need food before 7am, rooms service is available 24/7
- Bamboo Bar & Grill is the most casual, kid-friendly option, serving breakfasts and lunches right on the sand.
- SALT serves a generous breakfast buffet and Caribbean-inspired dinners.
- Lima-Limón and Sunset Lounge offer relaxed lunch and dinner options; Sunset Lounge features sushi and live music in the evenings.
- On Monday nights, there’s a beachfront BBQ with live music; it’s pricey but a fun option for families.
- Kids menus are available, and staff are accommodating of dietary restrictions and picky eaters.
- Villa guests have the option to arrange private chef meals.
- Poolside service runs during the day, with snacks passed around the pool in the afternoons.
- For longer stays, families may want to dine off property for more variety; some dining is walkabke and taxis are easy to arrange.
The details
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Kids Club
Location: near the Aleta pool. Hours: daily 9AM–5PM year‑round. Age range: 5–12years. Activities: cookie decorating, treasure hunts, nature walks, crafts, games and sports.
Pools
Three outdoor pools: Sunset Pool (adults only, infinity‑edge, open 24h, service 7AM–7PM, age 18+); Aleta Pool (family pool with lagoon design, open 24h, service 9AM–5PM); Bamboo Pool (family pool by the SeaCentre, open 24h, service 9AM–5PM). The family pools have zero‑entry zones and floats. No lifeguards mentioned.
Beach
The resort fronts MeadsBay and BarnesBay. Both beaches have soft white sand and calm, shallow water suitable for children. Guests can borrow complimentary beach gear such as boogie boards, goggles and snorkels.
Babysitting
detailsPrivate babysitters can be booked with 48hours’ notice. Rates from a 2018 festive brochure: US$15/hr (8AM–6PM), US$17/hr (6PM–11PM), US$22/hr (11PM–8AM), with an additional fee per extra child and a three‑hour minimum
Activities
Free non‑motorised water sports include snorkelling gear, kayaks, HobieCats, paddle boards, boogie boards and windsurfers. Paid activities include kitesurfing lessons and mermaid classes. Sports Pavilion offers tennis courts, an NBA‑sized basketball court and a rock‑climbing wall. Other experiences include glass‑bottom boat tours, island excursions and Moke rentals.
- SALT. The main restaurant serves buffet and à la carte breakfast 7 AM–11:30 AM and dinner 6 PM–9:30 PM. The menu focuses on Caribbean‑inspired dishes and fresh seafood; parents praise the breakfast buffet and views.
- Lima‑Limón. Latin‑Mediterranean restaurant serving lunch 11 AM–4 PM and dinner Wednesday–Sunday 5:30 PM–9 PM. Casual spot overlooking Meads Bay.
- Bamboo Bar & Grill. Beachside venue offering breakfast 7 AM–10:30 AM, lunch 11:30 AM–4:30 PM and a kids menu. Blog reviewers rave about the Nutella s’mores pizza and that kids can play in the sand while waiting for food.
- Sunset Lounge. All‑day bites 11:30 AM–11 PM with dinner 6 PM–11 PM and live music 8 PM–11 PM. Known for sushi and cocktails; families enjoy watching the sunset while teens listen to music.
- Café Nai. Coffee shop open daily 7 AM–4 PM. Serves espresso drinks, smoothies and pastries; useful for early risers.
- In‑Room Dining. Available 24 hours with separate breakfast, all‑day and dinner menus. Handy for late‑night snacks or early‑morning breakfast.
- Kids menus and high chairs. Most restaurants offer kids menus and high chairs. Family bloggers note the staff are accommodating and will customise dishes.
- Nearby dining. Numerous local restaurants on Meads Bay are within walking distance. Families recommend Blanchards and Straw Hat for casual lunches (secondary blog sources).
Travel & transportation
- The easiest option for families is to fly into Anguilla (AXA); American Airlines offers several direct flights from Miami into Anguilla (AXA); Anguilla Air also flies direct from Boston, Baltimore, and New York.
- AXA opened a new terminal at the end of 2025 and is about a 15-minute drive to the hotel.
- Most guests arrive via St. Maarten (SXM) and take a 25-minute ferry to Anguilla.
- Private ferries depart directly from the airport in St. Maarten; the hotel can help arrange this.
- Public ferries require a taxi ride to the ferry terminal, followed by the 25-minute crossing; the ride can be bumpy at times.
- If your flight arrives outside standard ferry hours, a private boat charter is required (most flight schedules align with ferry service).
- You can also take a short (about 10-minute) flight from St. Maarten to Anguilla.
- If renting a car, remember driving is on the left side of the road.
- For exploring off property, guests can rent a Moke (open-air vehicle); note that babies and toddlers must be held, similar to a golf cart.
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