ANTIGUA

NIKKI BEACH RESORT & SPA

THE FUTURE OF CARIBBEAN LUXURY

The Ayre Group proudly announces the development of a luxury Caribbean resort like no other.

Nestled on the pristine white sand of Jolly Harbour on the breathtaking island of Antigua, this high-end haven will seamlessly blend the natural environment with 5-star sophistication for a truly unforgettable experience.

Partnering with a renowned beach club and hotel operator, and designed by the internationally acclaimed architectural firm HKS, this luxurious resort is aiming to launch in 2028. With world class amenities and a private beachfront, this development is set to be one of the Caribbean’s most exclusive resorts.

With up to 300 jobs created, the project represents Ayre Group’s ongoing commitment to the island of Antigua, plus legacy support for the local economy.

BUILDING THE FUTURE

APPROX.
560k ft2

GROSS FLOOR AREA

APPROX.
715k ft2

LAND AREA

UP TO
82

GUEST ROOMS AND SUITES

UP TO
181

BRANDED RESIDENCES

AROUND
300

JOBS CREATED

OUR COMMITMENT TO ANTIGUA

Currently in development, this 5-star beachfront resort in Jolly Harbour, Antigua is poised to redefine the concept of Caribbean luxury. Our CSR commitment extends to partnering with local Antiguan government to ensure maximal opportunity for Antigua.

From providing employment for local Antiguan craftspeople throughout the building process, to creating a host of permanent jobs on opening, the resort will be developed with the local community, for the island of Antigua.

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The Plan includes 82 hotel rooms and suites, 181 branded apartments consisting of studios and up to 3-bed apartments, and 5 private beachfront villas with up to 4 bedrooms.

The public will have access to certain facilities in the resort however, guests and residence owners may have exclusive use of some areas of the resort e.g. swimming pools and the exclusive Residence Owners’ Lounge.

The development has been purposely planned to cater to a wide variety of accommodation types and guests. Options available will specifically cater families, couples, wedding and event guests.

Some artist impressions have been created to give an idea of what the resort will look like. These can be viewed in the factsheet.

Beach access is planned from the current main entrance of the existing Jolly Beach Resort. The main entrance to the resort project is planned here as well. It is envisioned that by means of this access, a pathway will directly lead to the Beach Club accommodating non-hotel guests. There is a secondary beach path planned above the beach club for residents of the Jolly Harbour Community.

Car parking will be provided parallel to the beach access, near the Resort’s main entrance, and golf cart parking next to the boat tender drop-off area opposite the beach club.
As the construction process will most certainly be a disturbance to most entrepreneurs who ply their trade along Jolly Beach, to ensure that no one is disenfranchised, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda has committed to providing suitable relocation, as well as assisting in redirecting tourism business to them.

A branded residence allows buyers to own a property in association with an exclusive hotel brand, providing a luxurious home with hotel-quality services, convenience, and security. The brand can manage and service these residential properties through an optional or mandatory rental programme. Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) packages are required if buyers enter their property into the managed rental scheme.

Benefits include:

  • Prime location
  • Cutting-edge interior design, technology and architecture
  • Trust and credibility
  • Trophy status
  • Stronger resale values
  • Higher rental income with professional management
  • Hassle-free ownership
  • Luxury lifestyle
  • Concierge services
  • Owner benefits (e.g. discount card)
  • Like-minded neighbours

This premium resort community combines stunning architecture in a naturally beautiful setting, the privacy of a gated community, the convenience of the beach at your doorstep, and unparalleled service. The project is bringing globally renowned lifestyle brand Nikki Beach and its cult-following clientele to this new market for an offering that is simply unprecedented in the area.

First, the location. Guests and residence owners will enjoy an absolute beachfront position with mile-long, breath-taking sandy beaches. Owners will also enjoy convenient access to/from the International Airport and Jolly Harbour destination. Second are the amenities and services. The resort will offer owners unique, high-quality resort amenities and services that others don’t. Unlike the transient environment of large resort hotels, the resort is a mixed-use hotel with a collection of private branded residences serviced by a well-known lifestyle brand.

Studios from 550 sq feet and 4-bedroom beachfront villas with 3750 sq feet.

Please see the factsheet for facilities/amenities.

Residence owners have at their disposal a luxurious second home in a premier location. Meanwhile, the rental programme has the potential to earn revenue, which helps defray ownership expenses, in addition to potential capital appreciation. Those residences in the rental pool require standard furniture and amenities. It is important to maintain brand consistency in the design to sustain the premium quality and maximise the rental yield. The villas will be sold freehold.

The Resort will be located on Antigua’s famous west coast, along the mile-long, single-best beach in Antigua’s 365 powdery-white sand beaches – Jolly Beach. It will be an immediate neighbour to the gated waterfront residential community of Jolly Harbour.

The Developer and promotor is the owning company. The development team comprises professionals whose expertise in real estate, engineering, hospitality and leisure, and project management will bring this project to fruition. The team is led by Marc Sontag, Chief Real Estate Development Officer, who has over 30 years of international experience in hospitality, managing and delivering award-winning luxury hotel and large-scale resort developments. Marc has led development projects with landmark brands such as GHM/The Chedi, Hilton, Conrad, Six Senses, Banyan Tree and Steigenberger and managed asset portfolios with 4,000+ hotel rooms on three continents.

Marc is supported by a well-experienced development team with extensive Caribbean project and construction experience and a track record of delivering similar luxury resorts.

The Master Plan has been designed by HKS, one of the world’s leading design firms for the hospitality, leisure and entertainment industries. A key benefit to HKS’s design ethos is their attention and sensitivity to the influences of local culture, natural resources, local communities and the spirit of the location. HKS worked closely with Nikki Beach’s team and global interior designer to ensure brand consistency.
  • Demolition and enabling works. Duration 6 months. Start Aug 24
  • Entitlements / building permit request. Duration 2 months. Start Sep 24
  • Bid process (pre-qual then bid process). Duration 6 months. Start Sep 24
  • Piling. Duration 4 months. Start Feb 25
  • Commissioning general contractor. Duration 3 months. Start Mar 25
  • Construction. Duration 36 months. Start Jun 25
  • Testing (authorities and operational). Duration 3 months. Start Jun 28
  • Handover. Start Sept 28
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The majority of existing buildings and infrastructure will need to be replaced. The demolition works are approved by the Government, and the Developer will ensure these works are suitably controlled to minimise any disruption to the surrounding area.  During construction, a Construction Management Plan will be followed.

The Developer is committed to using local suppliers wherever possible. Some of the materials may need to be located outside of the region if unavailable locally, specifically for any specialist equipment or vendors.

Experienced consultants of Daryl Benjamin Associates, Geotech Associates, Green Engineering, Deborah Brosnan & Associates, ATM, HKS Architects, BluSpa, SSA Food Consulting, Thomas Ehle Engineering, Desimone Consulting Engineers, OCI Associates, Blueprint Global Marketing, Carroll Adams, BCQS and North Sound Projects, to name a few, are involved in the Project. The Developer will thoroughly research each consultancy to be involved and have carefully selected world-class firms with a reputation for excellence in their fields. Key to the selection process is, where possible, to engage local or regional small, specialised firms for the individual components of the project rather than engaging a single large multi-national firm to undertake the project.

The owning company is a subsidiary of the Ayre Group of Companies.

The Operator is Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, a well-known international luxury lifestyle brand. Nikki Beach Hospitality Group is the original luxury beach club brand now with beach clubs, resorts, restaurants, residences and lifestyle boutiques around the world. The operator has years of experience in the management of beach clubs and hotel properties and will provide luxury resort services that create unique and exceptional lifestyle experiences for its guests and residence owners.
The Project was granted the CIP status by the Government. Antigua and Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment programme was first launched by the government in 2013. The programme helps Antigua attract direct foreign investment to the country, boosting economic growth across the nation and funding key community-focused projects and infrastructure. High-net-worth individuals and their families from all over the world apply for the programme to increase their global mobility and obtain a “Plan B” passport. Successful applicants will be granted a dual and lifetime Antiguan citizenship and a passport, which will enable them to gain visa-free travel to more than 160 countries worldwide.

The Developer has commissioned the services of consultants who are highly experienced and well regarded in their areas of expertise and will continue to do so. They are working with the Developer to identify the project’s impacts and practical ways to minimise and mitigate them. This information will help the architects, planners and engineers to design the resort development in a way that will minimise negative impacts. All levels of government will be assessing the proposed management plans to determine whether the proposed mitigation measures are appropriate.

The project has been designed to retain and enhance the natural and native characteristics of the site. A review has identified there are a number of tree species located within the site that will be retained or transplanted as part of the development. A preliminary arboricultural survey has been undertaken to assess the locations. Other natural vegetation on the site generally lacks natural understorey and will be predominantly removed. Building footings and services have been designed to minimise the disturbance of the roots of the trees.

The Developer has a proven track record in environmentally friendly construction. Canada Place, located in St. John’s, is a prime example. The state-of-the-art USD 40m multi-tenant complex has been dubbed “the greenest multi-office complex in the Caribbean” and has a solar farm that can power the entire building. The Developer is committed to working with the local planning and environmental agencies to ensure that we always align with environmental best practices.

Numerous studies have been undertaken to determine the existing environmental values, such as:

  • Water levels and flooding lines
  • Soils
  • Asbestos studies at existing buildings before demolition

Once these studies are concluded, the development team will ensure that the appropriate mitigation strategies are put in place. Once construction starts, regular environmental monitoring and inspections will occur to ensure these standards are maintained throughout the Project.

Sustainable design strategies for the project include:

  • The integration of the buildings into the site topography and using the existing building footprint
  • Maximisation of open space and solar energy
  • Pursuit of relevant LEED standards and all of the associated sustainability benefits

Access to daylight, fresh air, recreational activities, and wellness components

The development team will be looking to utilise as much of the Antiguan supply chain as possible in terms of workforce, subcontractors, and suppliers. However, some skill sets will not be readily available and will need to be sourced from outside of the region.

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Yes. The purpose is, with the support of the resort operator, to manage and maintain the common elements, provide certain facilities and services to Residence Owners and guests, administer and enforce the covenants and restrictions, levy and collect assessments, establish and enforce rules and regulations, and protect the interests of the owners and guests. Owners pay a shared facility and service fee and condominium assessments to cover their use and portion of the operating expenses of the common property elements. A portion of these fees is allocated to the reserve fund that is created to ensure sufficient funds are available for major repairs and replacements over the life of the building.

The developer is committed to ensuring access to several resort facilities is made public. Residents and non-hotel guests will be able to access the resort and take full advantage of numerous facilities, including:

  • The Beach Club
  • All dining facilities
  • The spa/wellness centre with a beauty salon
  • The Aquatic Centre
A significant investment will be made in the resort development. If approved, the resort’s development is expected to cost over USD 400 million. This figure is based on forecasts and does not take into account operational costs and multiplier effects from bringing more people into the region and the increased business this results in locally.

The project will create significant employment throughout the region, both directly and indirectly, particularly as the Covid-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the hospitality industry, which caused island-wide downsizing. We anticipate that the resort will create direct employment for 300 people, whilst during construction, a diverse workforce of an equal number will be required for the project, ranging from unskilled trade assistants to carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and project managers. Local suppliers will expand to cater to the Resort’s operational needs and independently service a higher volume of tourists throughout the region.

Local businesses will benefit from a number of opportunities. The Developer is committed to using local suppliers and businesses both in the development stages and resort operations. Opportunities for the provision of products and services will be varied; additional regional tourism opportunities will also become apparent to take advantage of increased tourism visitation numbers.

The project will attract more people to the island and improve business opportunities generally.

As the construction process will most certainly be a disturbance to most entrepreneurs who ply their trade along Jolly Beach, to ensure that no one is disenfranchised, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda has committed to providing suitable relocation, as well as assisting in redirecting tourism business to them.

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