Accommodation for the RORC Caribbean 600 — Falmouth Harbour, Antigua 2027
The 18th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 starts from Fort Charlotte, Antigua on Monday 22 February 2027. Christopher's Apartments in Pattersons, Falmouth Harbour is 800 metres from Nelson's Dockyard and approximately 10 minutes by car from the Fort Charlotte start area. Both 3-bedroom apartments sleep up to 6 guests and are available for event-week bookings with a minimum 5-night stay.
The Race
- Event
- RORC Caribbean 600 — 18th edition
- Start
- Monday 22 February 2027, 11:00 AST
- Start / Finish
- Fort Charlotte, Antigua
- Course
- 600 nautical miles, 11 Caribbean islands (Barbuda, St Kitts, Nevis, Saba, St Barths, St Martin, Guadeloupe, Montserrat, Redonda)
- Organised by
- Royal Ocean Racing Club + Antigua Yacht Club
- Average finish time
- 4-5 days (fleet returns approximately late February / early March)
- Official site
- caribbean600.rorc.org
Christopher's Apartments is located in Pattersons, Falmouth Harbour — 800 metres from Nelson's Dockyard, 10 minutes from Falmouth Harbour Marina.
Where to Watch
The best viewing spots for the RORC Caribbean 600 start are Fort Charlotte and Shirley Heights — both offer elevated views of the fleet as it charges out through the Pillars of Hercules into open water. From Christopher's Apartments, Shirley Heights is a 10-minute drive.
Built for Crews and Groups
Each unit is a self-contained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment sleeping up to 6 — room to spread out kit, cook your own meals, and recover between days on the water.
- 3 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Sleeps up to 6
- Full kitchen
- High-speed WiFi
- Swimming pool
- Secure parking
- Laundry facilities
Book Your RORC Caribbean 600 Stay
A minimum stay of 5 nights applies during RORC Caribbean 600 week. From $361/night per apartment — book direct and skip the OTA fees.
RORC Caribbean 600 — Frequently Asked
- When does the RORC Caribbean 600 start in 2027?
- The 18th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 starts from Fort Charlotte, Antigua on Monday 22 February 2027 at 11:00 AST (15:00 UTC).
- How far is Christopher's Apartments from the RORC Caribbean 600 start line?
- Christopher's Apartments is located in Pattersons, Falmouth Harbour — approximately 10 minutes by car from Fort Charlotte, where the race starts and finishes. Nelson's Dockyard, which is 800 metres from the property, is the hub of race social activity during the week.
- What is the minimum stay during RORC Caribbean 600 week?
- A minimum stay of 5 nights applies during RORC Caribbean 600 week. Contact us directly for event-week availability and rates.
- Can I watch the fleet finish from the apartments?
- The fleet finishes back at Fort Charlotte after approximately 4-5 days at sea. Shirley Heights — a 10-minute drive from the property — offers a spectacular elevated view of the harbour approach.
- Can both apartments be booked for a sailing crew?
- Yes. Both the Upper Unit and Lower Unit can be booked together, accommodating up to 12 guests across 6 bedrooms and 2 fully equipped kitchens. Contact us for group booking rates.
- Is there parking at the property during race week?
- Yes. Secure off-street parking is included with both apartments at no additional charge.
Make the Most of It
- 1
Fort Charlotte and Shirley Heights both offer elevated views of the race start — arrive early, the start is at 11:00 AST.
- 2
Nelson's Dockyard becomes the social hub during race week — the prize-giving is held at the Antigua Yacht Club at the end of the event.
- 3
The week before the race includes the RORC Nelson's Cup Series inshore racing — worth watching from the harbour.
- 4
English Harbour rum is the unofficial drink of the event — the distillery is a 5-minute drive.
- 5
Book your hire car early — vehicles are limited during event week and driving on the left applies in Antigua.