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GRENADA
GRENADA GRENADA
Whether dancing to calypso bands on the beach or swimming under romantic waterfalls in unspoilt rainforest, you’ll find Grenada is as surprising as it is beautiful.
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WHY WE LOVE GRENADA?
The Just Grenada team have made many regular visits to the Caribbean over the years and are the unrivalled experts on the islands we feature. We are lucky enough to have by far the biggest and most varied selection of places to stay of any company and some of the places we offer are exclusive to us.
Holidays can be arranged to suit every taste and to fit all budgets as we know every hotel, cottage or villa from top to bottom, all the best rooms with the best views and all the little details that you need to know.
We know little restaurants not in the guidebooks and hidden beaches and we will tell you all the great secrets we know! We know the very best guides to take you into the rain forest and on other fascinating trips and visits. We have arranged holidays for many valued clients over the years to Grenada and many return year after year with us.
WHAT MAKES GRENADA SO SPECIAL?
Grenada is such a special place; it remains a real Caribbean island with something for everyone to enjoy. It is the most diverse and varied Caribbean island of them all, with the most wide-ranging selection of types of places to stay of any island. Grenada has the most fabulous beaches, turquoise seas, characterful restaurants, atmospheric beach bars and so much more.
The island is safe and friendly and very easy to explore, with or without a guide. There is stunning scenery, verdant rainforest, waterfalls, lakes and dramatic beaches. Grenada is great for relaxing but also great for activities too, watersports of all types (especially diving and sailing), turtle watching, cycling, yoga, hiking, the list is endless.
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1. Mount Cinnamon 2. Laluna Resort & Villas 3. Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel 4. Spice Island Beach Resort
Blue Horizons Garden Resort 5. Coyaba Beach Resort 6. La Sagesse 7. Petite Anse 8. True Blue Bay Boutique Resort 9. 473 Grenada Boutique Resort
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MOUNT CINNAMON
Occupying a prime hillside location overlooking the golden sands of Grand Anse, this boutique resort is a favourite amongst our clients. The 37 villas and suites have been beautifully furnished with vibrant Caribbean colours throughout, enjoying far-reaching views over the ocean. Perfect for larger families, villas range from one up to three bedroom and feature fully equipped kitchens and large balconies with beautiful views. Dining includes the popular ‘Savvy’s’ restaurant and the exclusive beach Cabana on Grand Anse, offering delicious snacks, light meals and cold drinks day long and the occasional evening soiree. The many facilities include, watersports, daily yoga, courtyard pool and Cinnamon Spa. This is pampered luxury in one of the most stunning locations in the Caribbean, perhaps the easiest possible place to have a relaxing holiday.
LALUNA RESORT & VILLAS
Barefoot chic perfectly summarises this boutique retreat, with just 16 Balinese inspired cottages. Each cottage features four poster beds and a private deck with dip pool overlooking the secluded sandy bay. High on the hill, cottages 11 and 12 afford spectacular views whilst beachfront cottages are just steps from the water’s edge. Right down by the beach, the main pool is winged by lounger-adorned wooden decking where you can relax with a good book, an ocean view, and a cocktail from the shaded open-air bar. The waterside restaurant serves delicious food incorporating the best of Italian and local cuisine. The hotel’s Calabrian owner imports fresh food and wine from Italy, meaning there’s always olives, pasta, prosciutto and the like available. For the ultimate pampering, The Sanctuary Spa offers a range of massage and yoga sessions.
CALABASH LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL
SPICE ISLAND BEACH RESORT
Set beside a beautiful palm-fringed beach, Calabash combines effortless contemporary style with great comfort and luxury. Each of the 30 suites are arranged around beautiful gardens leading onto the golden sands of Prickly Bay. The Garbutt family have a tremendous team, with discerning travellers coming back year after year. Food is taken very seriously here, having been invited to join the exclusive Relais & Chateaux group, Rhodes Restaurant offers fine dining, or the relaxed Beach Club serves breakfast and lunch and is also open some evenings and by the pool, the new Pool Bar restaurant serves fresh sushi, salads and craft cocktails. The Spa at Calabash offers holistic treatments as well as yoga and a serene relaxation area. For more active days, the quiet beach is the perfect spot to enjoy non-motorised watersports and scuba.
7 nights from £2,275 per person on Half Board.
One of Grenada’s foremost hotels with sumptuous accommodation situated on the famous golden sands of Grand Anse Beach. The resort is owned by our good friends, the Hopkin family, and is operated in the manner in which they themselves would wish to be pampered. All 64 suites are beautifully furnished and equipped to the highest standards. Over half are directly on the beach, some with small private pools and gardens. As a luxury all-inclusive resort the food is of the highest quality, with a mixture of creole and international dishes prepared by the superb chefs. Dinner is served at Oliver’s Restaurant overlooking the beach, and delicious lunches at the casual Sea ‘n Surf beach bar. Janissa’s Spa, is a must and there’s a fitness centre, tennis courts and non-motorised watersports. Young families will love the Nutmeg Pod kids club.
7 nights from £3,599 per person on All-Inclusive.
COYABA BEACH RESORT
Set on five and a half acres of colourful tropical gardens, Coyaba boasts an enviable location right on Grenada’s stunning Grand Anse Beach. The hotel’s unique design is based on ancient Amerindian traditions and the rustic style combines perfectly with its beautiful beachfront setting. The 80 rooms are built in two storey blocks, and tastefully furnished with dark wood, colourful prints and Caribbean arts and crafts. Each has a patio or balcony and a spacious bathroom. The open-sided Carbet à la carte restaurant overlooks an appealing free-form pool with its swim up bar. Nearer the beach, the more formal Arawakabana restaurant serves gourmet evening meals, and has entrancing views through the lit up gardens to the sea. There is live entertainment most nights. Enjoy snorkelling, canoeing and Hobie Cat sailing, or book a scuba package with the dive operator based on site.
BLUE HORIZONS GARDEN RESORT
Blue Horizons Garden Resort is a tranquil retreat, family owned and run, it has an old-school Caribbean feel. The owner, Arnold, can often be observed strolling through the grounds, chatting to guests. The 32 studios and one-bedroom units are nestled in over six acres of glorious tropical gardens, just 300 yards from Grand Anse Beach. There are 27 species of tropical birds that inhabit the spectacular gardens and guests are invited to experience complimentary birdwatching or garden tours on request. The spacious suites have kitchens and a private terrace or veranda, some with sea views. The hotel has a fresh water pool and pool bar, with plenty of terrace space for relaxing in the sunshine. Aqua Terrace serves lunch and dinner and La Belle Creole restaurant serves breakfast. The hotel is within walking distance to a supermarket and restaurants.
LA SAGESSE
A simple hideaway in a gorgeous setting, situated just 30 feet away from the palm tree shaded, golden sand beach that is La Sagesse beach. A perfect blend of natural elements and contemporary comforts with rooms located in the Manor House and Ocean building, along with two cottages, all simply furnished. Laze the day away walking the perfect crescent shaped beach, read a book while laying on a lounge chair, watch the fishermen in the bay bring in their “fresh catch”, enjoy the freshness of local produce in the restaurant. Stand-up paddle boards, boogie boards and sea kayaks are available for guests use.
7 nights from £1,325 per person on room only.
PETITE ANSE
A lovely small hideaway hotel in a truly dramatic setting. Eleven cottage-style rooms all have private terraces overlooking the ocean with spectacular, far-reaching views to the island of Carriacou and the Grenadines beyond. The coastline here is rugged and unspoilt and there are lots of walking trails and activities that Philip, the owner, can arrange. There is a pool to cool off in and comfy sunloungers at the end of an active day. Enjoy the lush tropical gardens whilst the bar and restaurant also share the view of which you never tire. Everything is relaxed and friendly and dinner in the evening is the perfect end to a day in the undiscovered north of Grenada.
TRUE BLUE BAY BOUTIQUE RESORT
A unique hotel located on the water’s edge overlooking the Caribbean Sea, this is a fun, informal and vibrantly designed waterfront hotel. Scattered over the hillside and along the waterfront are 70 rooms, suites and villas. All are decorated in bright, upbeat designs and have a kitchenette or full kitchen. The Dodgy Dock Restaurant and Bar on the waterside serves a wide variety of delicious dishes, Mexican dishes as well as top-class local and international favourites. With four swimming pools, watersports, activities and Aquanauts Diving, there is always something going on at True Blue including yoga classes, an Escape Room game, occasional craft markets, rum tastings, chocolate festivals and great music at Dodgy Dock with local musicians.
473 GRENADA BOUTIQUE RESORT
A fresh boutique resort located on the water’s edge, between two secluded sandy beaches, overlooking Old Harbour Bay and the Fort Jeudy peninsula in south Grenada. The bespoke villas at 473 Grenada Boutique Resort have a retro-beach style that combines modern amenities with authentic Caribbean-inspired accents. This resort offers a 70-foot infinity pool, dedicated concierge team, direct beach access, lush gardens, and amazing views of the sea from every angle. Enjoy the privacy of your own villa with kitchen, lounge and dining areas, but with all the conveniences of a concierge hotel service. Friendly staff leave guests as friends, each villa boasts local artwork and the exquisite food is crafted by fantastic private chefs who showcase the delicious locally-grown ingredients. The Grill @ 473 offers family style, Mediterranean inspired cuisine or your concierge can arrange meal deliveries to your villa.
GRENADA’S “GOLDEN TRIANGLE” GRENADA’S “GOLDEN TRIANGLE”
We can plan a trip for you giving you the chance to stay in each of the three main regions of Grenada and explore each one at your leisure, with car rental recommended and included in our itinerary.
Days 1-4: On arrival, take your transfer to Blue Horizons in the south west. Spend 4 nights at one of the cottages here, set in six acres of beautiful, lush tropical gardens, home to the many different species of tropical birds that live here. From here, you’re within walking distance of the beautiful of Grand Anse, two miles of glorious golden sand. Days 5-7: Make the drive up to Petite Anse in the north. Enjoy 3 nights in the spectacular setting of this little hotel with stunning views and great local walks. We recommend visiting the chocolate factory as well as the fascinating working plantation of Belmont and the historic rum distillery at Antoine, all of which are within easy reach. Do also visit the wild unspoilt beaches of Bathway and Levera, where occasionally you can witness the amazing sight of baby turtles hatching under the moonlight. Days 8-10: Travel to La Sagesse and spend 3 nights in this idyllic beachside hideaway and explore southern Grenada. You can watch the fishermen set sail in the early morning sun over a breakfast of fresh fruit and home-baked breads in the casual little restaurant on the beach. Laze the day away walking the perfect crescent shaped beach or the friendly team can arrange rainforest hikes with local guides. Then, back for a swim and sunset cocktails before dining on the freshest of local produce, including the day’s catch.
10 nights from £2,419 per person including 4 night at Blue Horizons on room only + 3 nights at Petit Anse including breakfast + 3 nights at La Sagesse on room only + 7 days car hire.
GRENADA AND SAINT LUCIA GRENADA AND SAINT LUCIA
This Grenada and Saint Lucia twin centre offers a wonderful combination of lush rainforest, beaches and dramatic scenery. We can combine any of our accommodations on either island and you may also like to stay in the north and south of both islands for a complete contrast. Travelling between the two is made easy by utilising the British Airways flight in either direction.
Days 1-7: • Fly to Grenada first, stay at Mount Cinnamon, a lovely hotel in an amazing location overlooking the famous beach of Grand Anse. • Spend time relaxing at Mount Cinnamon’s beach club, which serves delicious snacks and light meals all day as well as cold drinks of course. • For the more energetic there are some watersports facilities, paddle boards, sea kayaks and hobie cats. • Make time to explore the lush rainforests, waterfalls, working plantations and rum distilleries of Grenada. Days 7-14: • Fly up to St Lucia, there’s really convenient connections with British Airways available. • You’ll receive a warm welcome from our local representatives who will help you onto your transfer to the stunning Calabash Cove, which is nestled into the hillside above the sheltered bay of Bonaire on the north west coast. A wonderful combination of contemporary style and elegance in a beautiful natural landscape. • Take a “must see” trip down the west coast to the majestic volcanic Pitons.
14 nights from £3,949 per person including breakfast including 7 nights at Mount Cinnamon including breakfast + 7 nights at Calabash Cove including breakfast.
GRENADA AND BEQUIA GRENADA AND BEQUIA
These two islands offer one of our most popular combinations and we can, of course, offer any mix of accommodations to suit both your budget and preferred style of holiday. This is just a suggestion for a 11 night stay:
Days 1-6: • On arrival, make the short trip to the beautiful beachside Calabash Hotel, a renowned Caribbean hotel and a member of Relais & Chateaux. All 32 suites face the blue waters of Prickly Bay and the atmosphere is one of casual elegance. The beach is quiet and beautiful and the outstanding staff do everything possible to make your stay memorable. • The food is exceptional, with a choice of eating at
The Beach Club or the highly acclaimed Rhodes
Restaurant. There is also a lovely infinity pool, a well equipped gym, wonderful spa and watersports including snorkelling and scuba. Days 6-11: • Take a 50-minute flight up to Bequia, flying over the spectacular Grenadine Islands and Tobago Cays.
• Stay 5 nights in the delightful Bequia Beach Hotel, a stylish choice with comfortable rooms, delightful staff, wonderful food and cool drinks. • Situated on the perfect golden sandy beach of
Friendship Bay, with blue waters, palm trees for shaded relaxation, lovely swimming and importantly really big comfy cushions on the sun-loungers!
• There is a bar serving tapas and a restaurant serving the most delicious fresh food. Do ask the hotel for their recommendations on dining out on
Bequia and explore this unspoilt Caribbean gem.
11 nights from £3,829 per person including 6 nights at Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel with complimentary Half Board included + 5 nights at Bequia Beach Hotel including breakfast.
