CONFERENCE AND BANQUETING FACILITIES
Take advantage of the finest Conference and Banquet Facilities Antigua has to offer. Our four air-conditioned Conference Rooms, the Bougainvillea Room, Frangipani Room, Oleander Room and Hibiscus Room, can comfortably host corporate seminars, incentive groups, organizations, parties and private functions of any size up to 500 people. The Hammock Lounge is a quaint, open-air facility that is the ideal venue for cocktails and theme parties. In addition to its 462 ocean view rooms and four conference rooms, Jolly Beach Resort also offers the technological infrastructure required for the successful staging of any convention. This infrastructure includes internet access and multimedia projectors, as well as the more traditional overhead projectors, TVs, VCRs, and flip charts. Also, with in-room direct dial telephones and internet access in our Cyber Cafe, your group members will never be out of touch with home and the office. Jolly Beach Resorts all-inclusive feature and wide range of menu options is especially attractive to conference organizers, as it removes the hassles of providing meals and beverages to your conference delegates. A recent tax agreement between Antigua and Barbuda and the United States of America allows US corporations to claim tax concessions for business meetings and conventions in Antigua & Barbuda. We have successfully hosted organizations such as the U.S. Army, Optimist International, UNICEF, and Lions Club International. Why not let Jolly Beach Resort be your partner in making your next group function a resounding success. For further information on what we can do for your group or to book your function, please contact us.
WATERSPORTS
Enjoy unlimited non-motorized watersports activities in the warm Caribbean sea. Hobi Cats, Sunfish Sailboats, Aqua Finns, Windsurfers, Kayaks, Paddle Boats, Surfbikes, and Float Mats are all available from our friendly and experienced Watersports staff. Windsurfing and Sailing lessons are offered daily. All staff members are first aid and CPR certified. Our Watersports Department is open daily from 930 am until 430 pm. Scuba Diving at a PADI dive centre and Glass Bottom Boat rides are also available on our beach from independent operators.
FITNESS CENTRE
The Gym at Jolly Beach Resort is outfitted with a full compliment of professional Cybex equipment including machines for leg extension, seated leg press, prone leg curl, overhead press, chest press, lat pull-downs and more. Free weights and adjustable benches are also available. Our cardio equipment includes treadmills, stationary bikes, recumbent bikes and stair steppers. Our certified Fitness Instructor can guide you throughout your workout, or you can join her in an invigorating aerobics or step aerobics class. Street shoes are not permitted in the gym. Guests are kindly asked to bring workout shoes to the gym and change upon arrival.
TENNIS
Four tennis courts are available for both day and night play. Enjoy a casual game with friends or take part in our weekly singles and doubles tournaments. Our Tennis Pro offers lessons and clinics for a small surcharge. Proper tennis attire is required at all times. Equipment is available from the clubhouse.
DAYTIME ACTIVITIES
Take part in our Entertainment Departments action packed schedule of games and activities. Here are just some of the fun activities you may enjoy - Pool Volleyball, Water Polo, Beach Volleyball, Cricket, Beach Soccer, Horse Shoe Toss, Chess, Croquet, Caribbean Dance Lessons, Mixology Classes, and so much more.
KIDZ CLUB
Welcome to our Kidz Club. Your child will enjoy a variety of activities in the capable hands of our Kidz Club Coordinator, who knows how to keep the kids busy and happy, while you get some time to yourself. Your child may enjoy garden walks, dance lessons, water balloons and many different types of active games and races. For quieter moments there are board games, movies, arts and crafts, and Caribbean Story Time in the Kidz Club Clubhouse. Kidz Club is open Monday through Friday, 930 am to 1230 pm and 200 pm to 500 pm for children 3 to 12 years of age. Closed on weekends and public holidays.
NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT
The rich culture of the Caribbean comes alive at Jolly Beach Resort. Experience a nightly entertainment lineup as colourful as the islands themselves. Enjoy cultural dance in vivid costumes, limbo and fire eating floor shows, or be a part of the show and win prizes... Our live local bands will delight you with old-time calypso, captivating steel rhythms, and the latest in reggae and top 40 tunes. Feel the vibes and dance the night away under the stars.
SHOPPING ON SITE
For your convenience, a variety of shopping options are available at Jolly Beach Resort. Seashells Boutique - Your one stop shop for snacks and sundries, souvenir items, arts and crafts, and a wide selection of resort wear, swim suits, and beach accessories. Open daily from 900 am until 500 pm. Vendors Village - visit this collection of colourful cottages on the beach where local vendors offer a variety of items including t-shirts, wraps, crafts, and shell jewellery. You can even get your hair braided. Custom Design Photo Souvenir Shop - get your photo taken and have it custom imprinted on a variety of items - key chains, T-shirts and more. A great memento of your vacation.
CYBER CAFE
Relax in air-conditioned comfort while you surf the internet, check your email, and send messages home. Our Cyber Cafe is equipped with four PC terminals and printer facilities at an extra usage fee.
HEMISPHERES
Hemispheres is our casual, semi-outdoor main dining room. Enjoy a colourful Caribbean decor, island music during meals and a breezy relaxed atmosphere surrounded by palm trees. Our daily changing menu may offer Roast Veal Clod served with Rosemary Sauce and carved at the buffet, Baked Red Snapper with Tamarind Honey Glaze, or Stuffed Chicken Breast with Pineapple and Coconut served with Lime Cream Sauce. Our weekly Caribbean Buffet will give you the opportunity to sample such traditional local fare as Stewed Smoked Herring with Fried Dumpling, Spinach and Eggplant. Hemispheres is centrally located in the resort, convenient in its close proximity to Reception, the beach, and to evening entertainment. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
COCONUT GRILL
Located just steps from the beach and next to our Fantasy Pool, the Coconut Grill serves up barbeque light grill food such as hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken and fish sandwiches and fries all afternoon. Open daily from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m.
LYDIA'S CARIBBEAN SEAFOOD
Serving Caribbean cuisine and fresh grilled seafood right on the beach. Lydia's fresh catch may be Snapper, Marlin, Barracuda and more. Other delights may include Caribbean Seafood Cocktail, Coconut Breaded Fillet of Fish, Antiguan Stewed Fish, and Grilled Garlic Shrimp prepared fresh in our open kitchen. Chicken and meat dishes are also available.Some supplementary menu items are not part of the all-inclusive plan and are subject to a small surcharge. Open for Dinner from 630 pm until 1000 pm Sunday Brunch with Steel Band entertainment from noon until 300 pm. Reservations Required.
RISTORANTE BOCCIOLO
Exceptional ambiance and air-conditioned comfort, Ristorante Bocciolo features an antipasto bar, home-made pasta, salads and entrees cooked and prepared in Italian style. Antipasti selections may include Marinated Vegetables, Prosciuto and Melon, Rustic Olives and much more. Entrees may include Veal Scallopine Marsala or Classic Eggplant Parmigiana, as well as the Chef Special Daily Creations.Some supplementary menu items are not part of the all-inclusive plan and are subject to a small surcharge.Open for Dinner from 630 pm until 1000 pm. Reservations Required. Dress Code - Women - Elegantly Casual, no beach wear. Men - Long Pants and Shirt with Collar Required. No jeans, shorts, sneakers or slippers permitted.
UTSAV INDIAN RESTAURANT
Tucked in a cozy, open air setting, UTSAV features a selection of dishes from the many varied cuisines od India, prepared in our open kitchen. Appetizers and entrees include seafood, lamb and chicken prepared in the traditional Indian style. Enjoy a unique festival of Indian flavors. Some supplementary menu items are not part of the all-inclusive plan and are subject to a small surcharge. Open for Dinner from 630 pm until 1000 pm. Reservations Required. Dress Code Elegantly Casual.