BLUE WATERS ST JOHN ' S

ONLY ABOUT FOUR MILES NORTH of St John ’ s , Blue Waters enjoys a favoured location on a slight hill that descends to two curved white sand beaches between the headlands . In 14 acres of luxuriant tropical gardens bursting with hibiscus , flamboyant and bougainvillaea , Blue Waters offers a wide range of accommodation and holiday facilities . The resort prides itself on a style that is both elegant and casual . The scene is set as you enter through the gardens and approach the magnificent reception and lounge area , through which you can see to the green and leafy terraces beyond . There are 67 rooms , 32 suites , 3 villas and 4 penthouses , each simply but elegantly furnished with dark wood furniture and beige or neutral-coloured fabrics . With the recent addition of the Cove Suites , there are now numerous room types that provide spacious accommodation for couples or two adults and two children . The lush grounds on the hillside , which slope towards the Caribbean Sea , create a feeling of spaciousness and wellbeing , and there is an excellent range of activities available on the premises and nearby . There are three swimming pools within the main resort and the hotel offers excellent complimentary water sports for the daytime . A new dedicated spa uses Elemis products and has indoor and outdoor treatment rooms with an outdoor relaxation pool . Complimentary afternoon tea is included daily on the verdant terrace , where you can enjoy views of the sea below . In the evening , there are three restaurants to choose from , including The Palm Restaurant , The Cove and the adults-only Bartleys . There is also the magnificent Rock Cottage , a five bedroom luxury villa with a fully equipped kitchen , a jacuzzi and plunge pool . Blue Waters offers a high quality hotel environment , a friendly and attentive service and is very good value . It is also possible to book on an all-inclusive basis .