Catch the free shuttle from Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites to the beach where you can enjoy kayaking. Then return for a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free beach shuttle.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Enjoy international cuisine with ocean views at PILLARS, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Services include babysitting, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
On-site recreation includes kayaking
Steps from Nelson's Dockyard and 14 minutes on foot from Pigeon's Point Beach
Free beach shuttle service
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star English Harbour hotel.
For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
PILLARS – Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
BOOM – This poolside restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves brunch and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service is available.
Languages
English, French, Russian
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free beach shuttle
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 29.21 for adults and USD 29.21 for children
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants
A poolside bar
Restaurants on site
BOOM
PILLARS
Things to do
Kayaking
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
ATM
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
On the waterfront
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Outdoor treatment areas
Swedish massages
Treatment room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Front entrance ramp
Magnifying mirror
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
More
4 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 1788
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Room service
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 30 August and 28 October.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 6 years of age.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 29.21 for adults and from USD 29.21 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Admiral's Inn Gunpowder Suites English Harbour
Admiral's Gunpowder Suites English Harbour
Admiral's Gunpowder Suites
Admiral's And Gunpowder Suites
Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites Hotel
Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites English Harbour
Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites Hotel English Harbour
Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 163 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 163 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Lara
4 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location but slightly dated hotel
Good points: Great location with bars and restaurants along the road. Loved being able to get the free boat to the main restaurant in the morning, and the ride to the beach. Service was fab. View from the room was lovely, perfect to watch the comings and goings of the boats. A particular highlight of my stay was a fantastic massage - well worth the extra cost.
Not so good points: As is the nature of the hotel, it's all a little dated, with features needing an update. Little things in the room showed lack of attention to detail, e.g. the shower pressure was rather weak, the hairdryer didn't work (though there was a spare!) and the alarm clock was set to the wrong time and would occasionally go off. Also the WiFi was intermittent, rather annoying when the main form of communication with the reception was through WhatsApp.
The hotel sits within the UNESCO world heritage site of Nelsons Dockyard which creates such unique experience being surrounded by history and the warm tropical climate one hopes to find. Admirals Inn was very welcoming and comfortable as if it were a home away from home.
The Admiral’s Inn gives us a wraparound Antigua welcome! We’ve stayed there before but this time we were delayed and had missed our dinner reservation… but if it was a problem, the staff were still as charming as ever, the dinner was delicious and our room, number7, had been renovated to a high standard since our last trip.
All wonderful, thank you!
The Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites provided an unforgettable start to our honeymoon in Antigua. The customer service was exceptional—warm, attentive, and incredibly accommodating. The property itself was charming and impeccably maintained, offering a perfect blend of comfort and elegance. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to begin our journey. Highly recommended!
An incredible property. So many restaurants and bars in walking distance. The 18th century buildings are amazing and so unique. The staff has been wonderful. They made our bad situation of being stuck without a flight for a few nights an adventure to remember. If we come back to Antigua this is exactly where we will go!
The property is lovely. The staff is very accommodating. I would recommend staying in the garden stuites. The restaurants are good and offer vegan options. The bartender Reggie offered delicious drinks and Shama the asst mgr arranged a changing room after we checked out in order to swim and have lunch while waiting for our next boat accommodations on another property a few hours later. I would stay again.
The online pictures don't do it justice to just how beautiful Admiral's Inn and Gunpowder Suites are. The buildings are late 1700's and early 1800's. It was such a cool step back in time! There are several (at least 15) places to walk to and get different foods (Italian, Carribean, Seafood and more). The best restaurant hands down was Pillars at Admiral's Inn. Lunch at Boom (Gunpowder suites pool) was good also. We stayed on the Gunpowder side for 4 nights. After two nights we asked to be moved to a pool view room. They accommodated us mid-day even though they would have to re-clean our current room. Thank you, Admiral's Inn. We will be back!
We had a lovely, relaxing time at the Admiral's Inn. We loved staying in the historic district! Thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the staff members, particularly Reggie behind the bar. What a personable and interesting man!
I would say a big Thank you! to Shama(Mgr),Cecile,I believe her name is tamara. It wasn’t a pleasure trip, we were at a funeral and Shama, hospitality is on a different level. She checks in with me and my sister to see how everything is going. The staff is great! It starts with great leadership. Upgraded of the rooms is needed, I wish I can take Shama, with me to work in my company! Great job everyone!
Business Traveler room needs up grading
Standard room is way too small. Bathroom area too small. Ideal for a child or teenager.
Room doors loocks need to be upgraded.
But overall was good.
A very nice hotel, to stay for a few days as we did before returning home.
Courteous, helpful and friendly staff
Various dining options and other nearby restaurants