I am that person who researches reviews endlessly when booking a vacation. I wavered on which hotel to book at for awhile before finally deciding which one to pick as we had not been to Antigua before. We were not disappointed. First, you will constantly be pinching yourself that this place is real because the view, water, and being the only resort right on the beach is magical, This a is a rustic, individual cottage resort, its smaller than it looks from aerial views but its still amazing. Go onto their website to look at the FAQs- read them. Its important to know what they are and what they are not. They are very honest. This is the kind of resort you come to relax, read a book, sleep, hang out on the beach (in your own Bali bed and assigned loungers- no fighting to get a spot!!) swim, eat and drink. You will not be bored. The rooms are simply appointed, clean, and the shower is outside which may seem strange but is actually really smart- fully private of course. There is a main pool too, its not huge but very pretty. You will see that you can get a room with a plunge pool. In our experience, we were glad we didn't get that type of cottage because we lived in the ocean the whole time! The water is very clear, no seaweed and is warm. We loved that we could walk the beach for a good distance. The staff were kind and memorable. If you want opulence, this isn't the place. The rating is high because its in such a pretty place, quiet and romantic. Antigua is nicer than Jamaica!