Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

St. John's travel guide

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You're Going to Love St. John's

With 24,226 inhabitants, St. John's is the most populous city in Antigua And Barbuda. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything St. John's has to offer.

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Where to Eat in St. John's

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rokuni (Sugar Ridge) and Antigua Bayhouse Restaurant & Bar (Bay House Restaurant and Bar) are great picks.

When to visit St. John's

St. John's in September
Estimated hotel price
$390
1 night at 3-star hotel
St. John's in September
Estimated hotel price
$390
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to St. John's

Plane

When flying to St. John's, you’ll arrive at St. John's V.C. Bird Intl (ANU), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to St. John's include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and JetBlue. The shortest flight to St. John's from the United States departs from New York and takes around 4h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to St. John's is to pick up a car rental from Saint Marys (Antigua), which is about 8 km from St. John's. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Saint Marys (Antigua).

Plane

When flying to St. John's, you’ll arrive at St. John's V.C. Bird Intl (ANU), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to St. John's include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and JetBlue. The shortest flight to St. John's from the United States departs from New York and takes around 4h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to St. John's is to pick up a car rental from Saint Marys (Antigua), which is about 8 km from St. John's. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Saint Marys (Antigua).

Airports near St. John's

BBQBarbuda Codrington
ANUSt. John's V.C. Bird Intl

Airlines serving St. John's

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,771 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,241 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,350 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,748 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (660 reviews)
Condor
Good (401 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (679 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,354 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,275 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (214 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Okay (27 reviews)
Winair
Excellent (3 reviews)
Tradewind
Excellent (2 reviews)
Sunrise Airways
Excellent (1 reviews)
Sky High
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in St. John's

From 5-star hotels such as the Royalton Chic Antigua to great affordable options like the Heritage Hotel, St. John's offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $431 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of St. John's

Most booked hotels in St. John's

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Buccaneer Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 383 reviews)
$220+
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Blue Waters Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 135 reviews)
$632+
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Northshore Seaside Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 268 reviews)
$285+
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Siboney Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 543 reviews)
$334+
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Ocean Point Beach Resort & Spa Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8, 462 reviews)
$172+
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Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, an HQ Luxury Resort & Residences
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 78 reviews)
$504+
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Renting a car in St. John's

Renting a car in St. John's costs $62 per day, on average, or $249 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in St. John's is the Budget branch at V. C. Bird Intl Airport, which is 6 km from the city center.

Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in St. John's, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in St. John's costs $62 per day, on average, or $249 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in St. John's is the Budget branch at V. C. Bird Intl Airport, which is 6 km from the city center.

Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in St. John's, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in St. John's

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$47/day

Compact
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