The Five Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Grenada

Imagine yourself sprawled out in a hammock, swinging to the ocean breeze and listening to the calming lap of the Caribbean waves breaking endlessly on the beach below as the sweet aromas of nutmeg and cinnamon drift down from the mountainous heights above. Welcome to Grenada, a sleepy enclave of traditional Creole character perched neatly off the coast of Venezuela; warm, comfortable and welcoming in the extreme.

Most visitors come here to enjoy a slice of paradise at one of the archipelago’s many all-inclusive resorts, where unbridled luxury and opulence reign supreme. Just in case you’re tempted to join them, here are five of Hopper’s favorites. Enjoy!

On the cutting edge of all-inclusive service at the Sandals LaSource Grenada

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The Sandals LaSource of Grenada sparkles and shines like the futuristic, super-stylish resort it is. Renovated entirely in 2013, the 225 separate suites here ooze with mod-cons and extravagant comforts to boot. Guests eager to sample the resort’s innovative character should opt for a room with one of Sandals’ trademark sky pools, suspended dramatically on private terraces above the panorama of Pink Gin Beach. Those after something more of an authentic experience can choose one of the beachfront walkout cabins, or the grand ocean view rooms.

Enjoying a taste of old Grenada at the Spice Island Beach Resort

Hailed by guests and hospitality specialists for its ability to subtly weave the traditions of old Grenada into is services and style, Spice Island Beach Resort is a spot where guests can kick back, relax, and bask in the flavors, atmosphere and feeling of the real Caribbean. Accordingly, the on-site Oliver's Restaurant serves up a range of classic Creole dishes, while the recently-renovated Janissa’s Spa is shrouded beneath the shadowy canopies of Grenada’s seaside palm groves.

From the plane to the beach in less than five at the Grenadian by Rex Resorts

At just a short drive from the nearby Maurice Bishop International Airport, this Rex Resort is without question one of the most accessible on the whole island. But quick transfers are by no means its only benefit, because the Grenadian enjoys easy access to two very different beaches in Tamarind Cove. One is suited perfectly to adrenaline-seekers looking for water skiing or windsurfing, while the other is a beachcombers sunbathing paradise. What’s more, the resort boasts a range of international restaurants, two tennis courts, a swimming pool and plenty of cocktail bars for those rum punches in the evening!

Surveying the majesty of Anse Bay at the Mount Cinnamon Grenada

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Sprawled out majestically amidst the old spice groves and jungles of Grenada’s picture-perfect Anse Bay, this collection of all-inclusive villas and suites remains one of the best-rated resorts in all of Grenada. Guests enjoy a real range of amenities, from the twinkling on-site swimming pool, to the rustic Beach Cabana and Savvy's Restaurant, where a range of international cuisines and traditional Creole dishes are served up for lunch and dinner. The resort also offers plenty of scope for exploring the island further, with kayak rentals, cycle hire and charter sailing trips available at ease.

Romance abounds at the Coyaba Beach Resort

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With just 80 guest rooms and a sprawling tropical garden setting of more than five acres, the Coyaba Beach Resort is perfect for romantic couples or honeymooners looking for an intimate and secluded experience in Grenada. Within easy walking distance the Great Anse Beach on the island’s south side, visitors enjoy miles of pristine sands and perfect swimming conditions, while those who want to explore the marine world of the Caribbean a little further can opt for some scuba courses from the resort’s on-site diving center.