Where art meets the ocean
You know immediately that Hodges Bay is not playing by the usual rules.
This is not a cookie-cutter beach hotel built to blend quietly into the Caribbean backdrop. It announces itself with confidence, from its bold architecture to the contemporary art that greets you long before you reach the shoreline. Yet beneath that confidence sits a hotel that feels intimate and approachable, boutique in spirit rather than defined by scale, and refreshingly relaxed in its outlook.
Positioned on Antigua’s northern tip, the property was reimagined as the flagship hotel for HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe, the lifestyle brand founded by Sam Nazarian in partnership with Marc Anthony and Wyndham’s Registry Collection. This was not simply a relaunch or a refurbishment. It was a signal that Antigua is firmly on the map as a stage for global hospitality brands with ambition, personality and reach.
Positioned on Antigua’s northern tip, the property was reimagined as the flagship hotel for HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe, the lifestyle brand founded by Sam Nazarian in partnership with Marc Anthony and Wyndham’s Registry Collection.
Introduced in 2019 after 13 years in the making, Hodges Bay occupies eight acres of beachfront and landscaped grounds. While generous in space, the boutique resort never feels overwhelming. Its clean-lined architecture leans into a modern bohemian aesthetic, while remaining rooted in its laidback island setting. The atmosphere is deliberately unstuffy, appealing equally to couples, friends travelling together and multigenerational families looking for a place that feels welcoming rather than formal.
Art is central to Hodges Bay’s identity. It is not confined to a single gallery wall or tucked discreetly into corridors. Indeed, the hotel is home to one of the most extensive contemporary art collections in the West Indies. Creativity is woven throughout the property, from bold murals to large-scale installations that stop guests in their tracks. The most iconic of these is the Boonji Spaceman, a 22-foot sculpture by contemporary artist Brendan Murphy, standing at the end of the pier. The piece has become one of the most recognisable artworks in Antigua and one of the Caribbean’s most photographed landmarks.
Art is central to Hodges Bay’s identity. It is not confined to a single gallery wall or tucked discreetly into corridors. Indeed, the hotel is home to one of the most extensive contemporary art collections in the West Indies.
Accommodation mirrors this modern outlook while retaining a sense of island warmth. Rooms, suites and residences are designed for comfort and usability, with generous terraces, ocean views and layouts that suit both short stays and longer visits. This flexibility is particularly relevant for those exploring Antigua’s Citizenship by Investment Programme.
Dining adds another layer to the experience. A short boat ride away, guests have exclusive access to nearby Prickly Pear Island for a desert-island, barefoot lunch amid crystal-clear shallows and sandbars. Back at the resort, White Sands serves Mediterranean-inspired cuisine beachfront throughout the day, while NaCl offers a more refined approach focused on contemporary flavours and seafood.
Wellness at Hodges Bay centres on the sumptuous Spa La Boheme, a calm retreat offering indulgent treatments and thermal facilities designed for deep relaxation. Tennis and water sports are available for those who wish to stay active.
For CIP applicants, Hodges Bay offers a compelling option. Approved real estate opportunities within a branded, internationally recognised hotel environment provide both lifestyle benefits and a structured investment pathway. The location, the branding and the managed hospitality element combine to create an offering that speaks to a new generation of global citizens who want their investment to feel personal, usable and relevant.
For CIP applicants, Hodges Bay offers a compelling option. Approved real estate opportunities within a branded, internationally recognised hotel environment provide both lifestyle benefits and a structured investment pathway.
Hodges Bay may be modern and forward-looking, but it is also warm, inclusive and with personalised service. Boutique luxury without a dress code, it reflects an Antigua that is comfortable with where it is and excited about where it is going.
