Spice Island Beach Resort

This resort came highly recommended by friends and ideal for what we wanted - all-inclusive beach resort for a "fly and flop" holiday. The location is excellent on the biggest beach in Grenada - all beaches are public but that was not really a problem as the beach is wide and the hotel facilities on the beach good and well managed. It can be a bit difficult to get into the sea when the waves are up as there is a ledge just into the sea. Beach and sea are clean. Access to St George's is easy if you wish to leave the resort and external noise only occasionally intrusive (a carnival one day and a very noisy "boose cruise" one Sunday). Atmosphere is a bit lacking - the occasional music evenings were very dated and not very "local" - let's have some reggae and calypso, please! The restaurants are very good (but pricy if you are not all-inclusive) - food in Olivers is very high class but could be a little more local-based in cuisine. The fresh fish in Catch of the Day was always excellent but breakfast was a bit bland. Staff were amazing - they called guests by name, were cheerful and friendly yet very professional. Nothing seemed to be too much to ask and they just got on with any request straight away. The staff around the pool and beach were particularly good at keeping up with the need for water and other drinks plus cold towels and iced-lollies, and also happy to chat about the island. The pool is small but clean and well-maintained with plenty of sun-loungers and towels at all times of day. The rooms are spacious and well-equipped with a good size bathroom (ours had a large spa tub and good size separate shower cubicle). The bed was very large and amazingly comfortable. Only a few criticisms: the house wines were fairly cheap and not especially good, although the staff keep you glass topped up very efficiently! The "Champagne" cocktails were, perhaps not surprisingly, made with cheap fizz and hence not really very pleasant. Stick with the house cocktails (and mocktails) which are good. Despite advertising changing rooms and showers for departing guests on the in-room information system, these were not available and the desk staff try to sell you a $350 extension to the room hire. This is really not acceptable as so many guest have late evening flights - every other good hotel/resort that I have stayed in offers a departure lounge with changing, showers etc. Hopefully, the management will address this lapse in standard of service. Overall, however, the resort is a very good place for a relaxing holiday with excellent accommodation, food and staff in a beautiful location. We plan to return, hopefully to find the minor criticism addressed by the management

We were fortunate to spend a week at this resort in a Sea Grape Suite. For reference, we have travelled extensively in the Caribbean with 20+ visits to mostly 5-star resorts. We knew immediately that this place was something special. We were greeted warmly by management as we stepped out of our transport and experienced a smooth check-in while being offered a cool drink and refreshing scented face cloth. Our room was perfect with a shaded patio area and 2 loungers just beyond so that we literally could step directly out on the beautiful beach. The bathroom had amazing light through a skylight - a welcome feature since resort bathrooms tend to be dark. The bed was a dream and honestly the most comfortable I've ever slept in and it provided wonderful restful nights. We thought the food was excellent and appreciated the vegetarian options offered for the evening meal. Service was absolutely flawless with someone always at hand to fulfill your every wish. I would characterize Spice Island as understated luxury quietly offering pampering at every turn. They've been doing this right for decades and don't need to change a thing! Like most guests, we are looking forward to a return visit.

A most gorgeous resort located on a beautiful beach, this is true. The resort facilities can't be faulted; everything looked modern, well maintained and very attractive. Walking into the resort, you truly do feel like you're somewhere special and luxurious. We stayed 5 nights, and whilst mostly enjoyable, there were a few aspects which were disappointing which I'll list below. 1) The house wines are of a very low quality. Most of the wines, both red and white, are from Chile and Argentina and just dreadful. 2) There is a serious lack of ambience in the evenings around the bar, and common areas. Maybe the cheap wine contributes to this. 3) We received conflicting information about dinner pricing, and one very rude staff member (manager, perhaps?), refused to show us the a la carte menu, even though we had been told it was available at the Sea & Surf restaurant. Eventually we were very reluctantly presented with the a la carte menu after what felt like an arm wrestling competition. Totally unprofessional and gave us a very bad vibe. 4) For those not on the all-inclusive plan, like us, the fixed menu pricing at Oliver's is an eye watering $140.00 USD per person, not inclusive of drinks. This was a bit much, given the smaller portions, and limited selections. 5) The beach, though extremely beautiful, gets a very steady flow of cruise ship passengers, dogs, and private citizens walking by, morning, afternoon and evening. This didn't lend itself to the relaxing resort ambience I was hoping for. Certainly no fault of the resort, but it bears mentioning. 6) The bathroom is very poorly designed. I didn't enjoy only having one sink for the two of us. Our suite had an enormous bathroom, with a long vanity, yet only one sink. There is also a large towel holder mounted directly in front of the one sink, so it juts out and you have to lean over it to use the sink itself which becomes very tedious. The toilet is also tightly placed at the end of the vanity, making it claustrophobic. All of this is a pity because it could be a very beautiful bathroom, but these are huge design fails and made it uncomfortable. 7) Charging for cheap bottled water that won't even open is really unacceptable at a 5 star resort! On a more positive note, the property is very gorgeous! Stunning, in fact. There is an abundance of places to sit and enjoy whether it be at the beach, pool, or many lovely sitting areas. Breakfasts were wonderful with extremely high quality pressed coffee. The majority of staff we encountered do maintain a nice level of hospitality and professionalism. The housekeeping and maintenance staff also deserve credit as it is a pristinely clean resort.

Fabulous hotel in a fabulous location, sitting in beautiful gardens on a peaceful part of Grand Anse beach. From the moment you arrive you are warmly welcomed and made to feel special. The management and staff are first rate, friendly and helpful and very proactive in offering superb service. The food was delicious and drinks offering excellent. My husband and I would thoroughly recommend this hotel.

Visited the property in 2018 and had a fantastic stay , I was excited to return. However things have noticeably changed . Positives Staff with the exception of the resort manager were very pleasant and generally the service was good . Food was good Spa , we had several great massages. Location , excellent beach . We had a seagrape beach suite . Housekeeping kept it clean . Negatives It was evident since my last visit cutbacks are in place Breakfast buffet was limited in choice and wasn’t available for self service, it was served by a member of staff and it felt restricted. Bar drinks menu listed champagne cocktails and we were told by staff that champagne was available by the glass . This is not the case , it was Prosecco . Champagne was only available to buy by the bottle , which we ended up doing at great expense. Tennis courts were unavailable for use , an explanation was not given . Bathroom amenities not replenished with regularity. Late check out was offered complimentary in 2018 . It now comes with a hefty 350 USD charge . It’s important to note that, the resort’s occupancy was approx 30 per cent. The staff told us this repeatedly. After a very unpleasant exchange with Sheldon the resort manager we negotiated this down to 250 USD charge. Frankly we found him to be rude and unprofessional . Our encounter with him was unnecessary and upsetting. Due to the above we will not be returning to the spice island resort.

My family and I have been returning to Spice Island Beach Resort ever since our very first visit. From the moment we arrived, we were completely smitten by the genuine warmth and welcoming culture that makes you feel like part of the family. From the groundskeepers to management—and especially the wonderful owner, Janelle Hopkin—the entire team consistently anticipates our every need with care and grace. I have never been able to relax anywhere the way I do at Spice, and my husband feels exactly the same. Our son absolutely adores the Nutmeg Pod, and we are incredibly grateful for the resort’s exceptional childcare, which allows us to truly unwind with total peace of mind. After five or six visits, we still can’t wait to return—especially with another trip planned for July. I truly can’t say enough wonderful things about Spice Island Beach Resort; it has become our home away from home. A special thank you to Fabian, Katrina, Lyndonna, Dexter, Dwight, and everyone else who makes our stays so memorable (you know who you are!). See you soon, Spice—thank you for the beautiful memories you continue to create.

I had an amazing 5-star experience! I would definitely recommend staying here if you’re planning a trip to Grenada. We were greeted with welcome cocktails at check-in, and Spice Island made sure our airport transportation was smooth and easy. The food was fantastic! Each meal was a multi-course affair, and we could easily customize it to our tastes and allergies. The afternoon tea selection and presentation could be improved, but it was still quite good. I’m still raving about the fresh pesto pasta! The garden tour was a great way to see the property and learn about the plants and ingredients used in the culinary cuisine. We did get sunburned after a long day at the beach, but the staff were so helpful. We asked them for fresh-cut aloe vera during dinner, which was waiting in our room after dinner. The mini bar in our room was fully stocked, and the cleaning and turn-down service was quick and efficient. The private Plunge pool was ideal for our stay. The spa treatments with massages were wonderful. The beach was calm, clean, and free from people trying to sell things, which we really appreciated. I wish I remember the gentleman’s name who was apart of the garden tour but also some of the guest exercise experiences. He was originally from Grenada. He was awesome, kind and made our stay great.

This was one of the most relaxing breaks we had in 2025. The positives: - Excellent beach (which was surprisingly quiet as it is public) - Spacious and well equipped room; we went for a room with a plunge pool - with hindsight, we should have gone for a room by the beach as the rooms with plunge pools are set back from the beach with no views (very private and very shaded)) - generous mini bar - lovely staff; almost everyone was super friendly, It makes a real difference - I enjoyed the hobi cat sailing (other than the day when the person supervising water sports was working somewhere else….) - Great spa treatments (though the spa itself needs a little TLC) Areas for improvement: - Lack of information on activities; on our penultimate day, a member of staff came up to us at the pool who organised activities, said he hadn’t seen us before (even though we had been at the hotel for 5 days) and suggested various activities - unfortunately it was too late to do most of them (we had kept ourselves active any way with a hire car) - many staff recognise you, others dont asking your name repeatedly in the same day (and the hotel was far from full) - evening bar snacks are very weak and are of a standard you would expect of a mid-range pub in the UK, far short of a 5 star hotel - The biggest, the food. Cooked breakfasts are good, but the buffet is very limited. The lunch menu we quite enjoyed but the dinner consistently underwhelmed; given the price, it should have been so much better. We decided to eat out for 2 nights The last time we visited Grenada we stayed at the Calabash and almost did again. We chose Spice Island Beach Resort because of the beach, which is much better, and our agent saying both had good rooms and excellent food. However, the food at the Calabash is in a totally different league, as is the service. I would return to the Calabash without hesitation (and it is better value). I would only return to Spice Island if the food is much improved; it’s a shame, it has so much potential.

The location was perfect, the staff went above and beyond especially when the meals were not up to standard and the breakfast serves was much to be desired. The hotel was clean and welcoming, we had the perfect room straight onto the beach. The hobi kat gave me the chance to see the ocean and the sea creatures. Able to walk to a local bar and small shopping centre.

We stayed for a week in this luxurious resort. We loved everything about it from arrival to departure. Every member of staff including the Guest Experience Manager were superb in their daily interactions with guests. Our room was on the beachfront which had a great view. The beach was clean and well maintained. Although the beach was accessible to the public it was not busy or crowded and there was a security guard employed by the hotel 24/7. There were 2 restaurants which provided a lovely selection of local and specialist dishes such as lion fish and barracuda. The Oliver restaurant provided fine dining. I was also able to request dishes with that combined ingredients from different menus. We met the talented chef. There were different activities on offer. We enjoyed the sunset cruise. Athough it was cloudy, the experience was fabulous due to Kevin’s attention to detail and superb service. He even wished us farewell on our departure. He is a credit to the company. I would like to thank Cleon, Guest Activities Assistant for his liveliness and manner in motivating guests. This included an organised walk to Quarantine Point - a local park with great views over the sea especially at sunset. We found the whole place very relaxing and would highly recommend this resort.

A five star resort should provide exceptional service, attention to detail and an exceptional Pampered guest experience. Here is why Spice island beach resort failed to live up to this five star designation 1. Lack of beach service/beach chairs / old tattered beach cushions. Unless you are in a beachfront villa you will be scrounging for your own beach chair on a daily basis. I was very surprised that a beach resort of this caliber doesn’t have a beach attendant to set you up with a chair towel and umbrella. We spend each day looking for chairs the cushions were tattered and dirty there was no beach service the first day and it was only after I complained that a nice young lady came by every day after. The beach is the highlight of this hotel. I do not understand why they do not have service and better furniture . 2. Uneven staff service. Some staff were lovely especially upon arrival. And others Seemed put upon to serve you. Arrival had my full of hope with lovely front desk person a nice drink and an introduction to the room. Went downhill from there . Food service was u even in that some Mornings particularly the servers seemed perturbed to be serving you l. We often did not receive what we ordered and service was often slow. We had to ask numerous times for things we ordered . Ar the spa I had to wait while one staff member regularly continued her personal Phone conversation leaving me waiting 3. Details - one treadmill of two wasn’t working for two days. Manager advised they were waiting for a technician Turns out the cable wasn’t plugged in and another guest figured it out. Overall a disappointment 3 Numerous times

The location and first impressions were terrific and the resort is situated close to the airport so the drive was not endless. Very welcome after a full day’s -8 “7travel. We had a lovely warm welcome to the hotel by the staff on duty and they upgraded us to their best accommodation because we were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. Thank you! Our villa was spacious and private. BUT there was no sun on our patio so we had to retreat to the beach. Disappointing On the beach the service experience was very Disappointing The view was magnificent but service was very poor. We requested beach loungers to different people 4 times before we gave up and sorted ourselves out. Disappointing There was one person serving everyone on the beach. (Lovely girl) but don’t forget this is a beach resort) Disappointing During our introduction to the resort I was struck by all the strict opening and closing times of bars restaurants and the pool. Which were very pleasant by the way and all overlooking the beach. The restaurant experience was good. Very personable staff at every meal and good food which was bit slow to appear. (Handy hint…... Don’t help yourself at the buffet. ). We were worried that we might tire of the menus at dinner but they changed it up night two 👍. The hotel is attractive and clean but a little tired and dated. e.g Tiles missing in our private pool. (Champagne problems I know but you are paying for perfection. ) the pool was very clean. They have done a great job of making the environment feel tropical and there are plenty of places to relax other than your room. I would rate the staff really. The sounds outside are tropical and the grounds are fabulous and well tended and everyone works very hard and is definitely welcoming. The shop sells mouth watering merchandise but at mouthwatering prices. (Take your passport in if making purchases because you can benefit from the tax free price) . Spice Island is everything you could possibly want in a tropical retreat but the owners could be less complacent given how expensive it is. I hope this helps.

This is an exceptional boutique resort hotel on the most fabulous beach in Grenada (or maybe even the entire Caribbean). There are c. 60 suites in the hotel so maybe a total of 150 guests but the staff really try hard to learn your names. The hotel is family-owned and you can easily tell this by the way they train their team to provide the very best customer service. It is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group. We have stayed at one of these before in Mauritius and this one in Grenada is very similar in many ways. In Grenada we stayed in an Oleander Superior Garden Suite which is one of their standard rooms but was very spacious and comfortable with views of the ocean in the distance but very close to the beach. The resort is ultra all inclusive and the room mini bar was well stocked with beers and spirits (but strangely no wine). The resort offers seated a-la-carte breakfasts, lunches and dinners in 2 adjacent restaurants, - the fine dining Oliver restaurant and the Sea & Surf Terrace Bar. During our stay (of one week), there were only 2 nights where the Sea & Surf Terrace Bar was open for dinner. If I had one criticism it would be to open this more frequently for those of us attracted to a less formal dining experience than offered by Olivers. The BBQ night hosted at Sea & Surf was excellent and probably more to my taste. There was an afternoon tea option but with all the other food, - we never partook! We booked the catamaran sunset cruise but unfortunately, there was no sunset. It was a great experience nevertheless. We also booked a free to wander jeep safari which I would also recommend but you need to be a confident driver as the jeeps go off road on some exposed, hilly and tight roads. It provided a great opportunity to see close up the Forts, Waterfalls, Lakes etc in this wonderful island. The wines served with meals (and at the bar) were good quality as was the selection of cocktails, prosecco, beers etc. On one of the nights at Olivers, one of the starter choices was frogs legs which I wouldn't recommend. Grenada is a lovely safe island (virtually no crime). There are very few "hawkers" on the public beach which was also very quiet at the hotel's south end of the beach. A walk up north got busier as you get closer to St Georges. We had seen previous reviews about mosquitos and I am often bitten a lot but we had no problems in Grenada in November. We did elect for Vitamin B tablets, Garlic tablets and mosquito repellant (but this usually doesnt work much for me but did here). Arranging your own taxis from the airport is simple (and much better value than pre-booking with the hotel). An excellent hotel with great rooms, public areas, food and wine but hats off to the staff for exceptional service from start to finish.

Amazing stay at Spice - having read the reviews before travelling you are never 100% sure however the service , location and overall atmosphere at the hotel exceeded our expectations. We stayed in an upgraded suite - Royal Ginger and had an amazing time. The food was absolutely superb. We ate lots of fish in Oliver’s - the yellow fin tuna with wasabi was off the scale. Unfortunately my waistline has expanded too much however that was a reflection of the excellent food and great cocktails. The service was very good and ALL the staff - restaurants , bell boys , reception , bar and watersports were excellent. I loved how friendly the team members were - you can tell a strong culture of service prevails with many staff with over 10 years of service. The location is stunning with an amazingly clean beach with fantastic sand and warm sea within a few footsteps . We took 2 of the hotel organised trips - both excellent and no more expensive than those available on other websites. In particular the sip and tour excursion was particularly good - Carl the owner took us to key sites and had the attraction of an inbuilt bar in the back. Key shouts outs to the following staff ; kristina , Lyndonna , Oneisha and Dwight however all were great Particular In summary an amazing break - will be back.

Our second visit and could not believe the wonderful welcome we received on arrival.We stayed in the seagrape suite which has direct access to the beach.The service thoughout our stay was simply superb.They train their staff to a high standard of service where everything is seamless, and you feel like family, where nothing is too much trouble.We had many excellent meals especially the pan seared scallops.Great entertainment, great activities from blind cocktail tasting to walks.We shall be back.

And underwhelming experience, falling short of my expectations. From arriving 25 minutes early to my 7:00pm reservation and told I cant enter the restaurant to having being served food very salty, an experience i won't be reliving anytime soon.

A medium sized luxury resort with gourmet dining and exceptional service! Ideally situated directly on Grand Anse Beach.

When you return to a resort for the 2nd time you hope it will be as good as before, but when you go for the 5th time you hope not just for consistency but that it’s evolved and improved and we were not disappointed! We’ve just returned from a fantastic stay. Seagrape suite perfect and nice for a morning swim. The bed linen so luxurious and Molton Brown products all make up the details that make the difference. A real highlight of this trip was the food. Really improved dinner menus that changed daily. Well cooked and beautifully presented. Good choices at lunch too. Well done to the new Head Chef Brenda and her team. As always the staff are the real asset. Great balance of informal and professional in every department. All great but just a special thankyou to, Lyndonna, Danah, Kaleshur, Dexter, Dwight, Kenitta, Katrina, Fabian and Cleon. Housekeeping, beach, pool and garden teams are often unsung heroes but are what make Spice Island worth coming back to. It was sad to leave but fingers crossed we can return soon.

This was my first time to Grenada and what a joy it was to spend 3 nights at the family run Spice Island resort. I'd heard about the legendary service and hospitality that this hotel offers spread over 3 generations of the Hopkin family and I was keen to test it out myself. From the moment I arrived I was treated like one of the family and welcomed with open arms. I stayed in a beach front suite which was right on the stunning Grand Anse beach. My suite was well appointed with everything I could possibly require and most importantly the bed was very comfortable! Every meal I had was delicious and the food here really is top notch. I didn't use the Spa, Outdoor pool or any of the other facilities and I woke each morning and walked the length of the beach which was a real pleasure. I chatted to a few other guests in the evening and most were repeat clients who also couldn't fault this amazing hotel. I look forward to returning with my wife at some point in the future. Thank you Janelle and all the team at the hotel for making my visit so memorable.

This was our 4th visit to Spice Island, from the airport transfer to the very warm welcome back from all the staff, everything was just perfect. We stayed in a Sea Grape beach front suite which opened onto the wonderful Grande Anse Beach, perfect for an early morning dip or a walk along one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. This being low season the hotel was less than 50% occupancy, this suited us as the hotel was very peaceful and there was no need to rush for tables at mealtimes or your favourite spot on the beach. The staff without exception were delightful, nothing was too much trouble and we we’re always greeted with a smile and by name. The weather was perfect, hot and sunny with very few showers. We have travelled extensively in the Caribbean over the last 25 years and Spice Island and Grenada ticks all our boxes, so much so we are returning in the New Year. Thank you to all the staff who made our stay so enjoyable and memorable, see you soon.

We stayed at Spice for 4 nights in mid August and had the most amazing stay. I would really recommend going in summer - weather was fantastic, lovely blue skies, amazing sunsets and we only had rain once on our way to the airport when we left. We often come to the Caribbean in summer when it's low season, hotels are much cheaper and the beaches are quieter, so much more affordable than Europe even with the higher flight price (and not a crowded beach in sight!). We travelled as a family of 5 and I was worried that our 2 older boys (18 and 20) might be a little bored - they really did not want to leave!! We all LOVED the beach-life, lots of lovely long walks, beautiful swimming and drinks watching the incredible sunsets. We rented a car to explore the waterfalls and national park, took a half day snorkelling trip to the underwater sculpture park and spent a lot of time swimming and relaxing in our beachfront hammock. The resort is just beautiful and you can tell it's a family-owned by how lovely everything looks, the gardens are incredibly well cared for. Our rooms stepped right onto Grand Anse beach, we had interconnecting rooms with each of our 3 older children having their own large beds in their room. The Grenadian people are so friendly and the staff at the resort cannot do enough for you. special mention to Fabian who had every single guest on the dance floor. This is a luxury resort but it is also simple, just great food, excellent service and a perfect, relaxing start to a twin centre holiday across the Caribbean.

I love that place it very nice.the staff and facilities is a best. They have big pool you never regret if you go with your family. Thank you for your good service

6 Times i've been to spice island... its just home amazing hotel amazing staff ... i just love spice and Grenada ... love the staff they make you feel so welcome they work so hard as well .. can not wait for next visit

We are staying here at the moment and can not fault a single thing about the hotel or restaurant. The service is impeccable, the staff are warm, friendly and seem to do everything they can to help you have the best holiday. We were walking to dinner and the rain started - one off the gardeners ran off, and we thought it was to get somewhere dry - but he was back minutes later with a hotel umbrella for us to use. Everyone is so friendly and my husband has gone for walks outside the hotel, and said he has always felt really relaxed and welcomed. The hotel food is beyond amazing, every night there is something new to try. I am really fussy and am also allergic to fish, so it does cut down the menu selection, but they are always happy to mix the dishes - for example at lunch I had BBQ chicken with macaroni cheese from one plate and mash from another as I don’t like Callicoo which came with the chicken as standard. My husband eats mostly plant-based food, and there’s always plenty for him to choose from too. The rooms are lovely too; we have the Luxuty Almond Suite and it looks exactly as it does on their website. There is a gate and fence at the front making it very private with no areas being overlooked from other rooms.

The stay was exceptional and the staff were extremely attentive and helpful. This makes vacationing with kids much more enjoyable. Highly recommend for couples and families.

A very quick and cheap cab ride from Grenada airport brings you to the Spice Island Beach Resort at Grand Anse beach. We were greeted by name on arrival having done the majority of check-in on line the day prior, and the remainder of the process was efficient. No arrival drink though we saw others getting them in the week. Taken up to our room for the weekend. Superior Oleander suite (rm 64) which was very well appointed and maintained, and spotlessly clean. Balcony overlooked the gardens - beach front rooms are available but with less privacy. The hotel is very much old school colonial in both look and feel. It’s family owned rather than part of a giant chain and it shows in a good way. The beach is long with white sand and whilst public (as are all beaches in Grenada) it was extremely quiet. Plenty of sun loungers on the beach front. The pool area is also lovely with loungers and day beds. Food is excellent. Breakfast buffet is very underwhelming but the a la carte choices are very good. Lunch is a 3 course affair but is quite casual. Dinner is a more formal affair and it’s lovely for it. Dinner changes daily, but lunch is fixed. Don’t discount ice cream as the dessert - it’s all fresh made and very, very good. The hotel hosted an international conference while we were there with multiple dignitaries staying including a few Prime Ministers. This was all managed extremely well with minimal change to regular guests (and very Death in Paradise with all the local police in uniform!!) The best thing though are the staff. Everyone is helpful and friendly. Things just get done and nothing is too much effort. From day one, they know who you are and any food issues or preference. It’s very quiet, though July is not prime season. There are times when it seems no one else is around. Nice to get away from the world, but it lacks a little atmosphere. One major annoyance was a credit card mix up. You are requested to put USD500 down for incidentals even if on the AI plan. This is not a problem, but on the next day, the hotel then used the details to charge the entire room cost which was prepaid. It was returned immediately, but I happened to spot the in-out on my card. Questions about it were answered very vaguely, despite asking two different reception staff, stating it was “an error” - mischarging USD5,000 without having the card is more than an error and I found it most concerning from both a card/cyber security and GDPR perspective.

We have been wanting to stay at SIBR for some years .We have been to Grenada a couple of times before.We stayed in the seagrape suite that goes straight out onto the beach.Grande Anse is wonderful beach which is about a 45 minute walk from one end to the other.Incorporating good fun public areas.I tried the jet car which was great fun .The food and service throughout our stay was exemplary.Kevin ,Lyndonna and Kalisha were excellent . The Gardens were a joy to walk through everyday. It is not until you have been home awhile that you realise what a lovely culture the Grenadians have.When going back to Grenada, Spice island Beach Resort here we come .

First time to Grenada and blown away by Spice Island Beach Resort. The moment we arrived the greeting from Darvina (a force for good and setting the standards for others) and team was warm and genuine, which continued throughout our stay. People make the difference and the staff here are absolutely wonderful. Genuine, friendly and caring. This is reflective of the Hopkin family and their attitude to customers. Nia who welcomed us most days into the restaurant with a smile, humour and elegance. The restaurant staff from start to finish. Just staggering. The food quality, variety and range simply unequalled on the island. The team at SIBR even managed to cater for a very important lunch for the Grenada government and associates guests from the Caribbean and African governments while we were their without any impact of guests. The Seagrape suites with beach access are large, well appointed and very comfortable with Molton Brown toiletries and great facilities. We used rhe gym and spa which were very good indeed. To everyone at SIBR a genuine thank you for your kindness, care and warmth. Please don't change. We will return.

We had an amazing stay at Spice Island! The beach is gorgeous, the rooms are super comfortable, and the food was way better than your typical all-inclusive. The staff were so friendly and made everything easy. Super peaceful and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Would 100% go back!

An Unsurpassed Vacation Experience After 30+ years of travel, we've just returned from an exceptional resort experience. Pampered by a property and staff which appears to outnumber the guests, we relished each day except the last, having to go home. Thank you to the Hopkin family for continuing such a personalized and exquisite resort experience for ~40 years! BEFORE leaving home, the resort sent an inquiry email AND a follow-up phone call asking about any special room, food or vacation requests. Impressive service we’ve never experienced! LOCATION - about a 11-12 minute drive from the airport, we rented a car to explore the island more than we had during our previous Grenadian visits. However, Spice Island offers transport. The resort is located on the best stretch of the Grand Anse beach. ARRIVAL - greeted with our names by the front office manager and the bellman in the covered circular portico, we were escorted and efficiently registered. Accompanied by the front desk staff to suite 30, the Royal Clove, we had the courtyard, room, and amenities tour. They also provided a Spice Island cell phone to contact them while on resort property or touring the island. Getting used to the rainy season humidity took about a day. COURTYARD - The tropical foliage and plantings are varied and well-manicured. Surprising to us, we saw that there was a sauna which worked well and warmed up quickly. There is also a very useful and decorative drying tree. Having the private POOL and perimeter wall are what really made the room experience the best that we have ever had. ROYAL SUITE LIVING ROOM and BEDROOM - Some room attributes: full-size living room, four-poster bed, love seat, chairs, tables and ceiling fans. Notable features include: plenty of drawer space, one A/C unit per room, several remote controls and Alexa, great for music! Cabinet amenities: tea kettle/tea, Nespresso coffee machine/capsules, toaster, Gordon’s gin, Absolut, Johnny Walker Black, Grenadian dark rum, red wine and champagne. The champagne was iced-chilled each day until we consumed it. Refrigerator amenities: sauvignon blanc, tonic, club, canned juice, ginger ale, Coke, beer, rum shot bottles, and several water bottles. THANK YOU to the gentleman who helped us with the TV remotes. BATHROOM - very large area with a double vanity and plenty of counter space, huge jacuzzi/tub/shower, excellent water pressure and temperature controls, toilet/bidet/scale (not private), laundry bin, and closet area with hangars, iron/board, hairdryer and safe. Nice room and pool towels as well! There is a laundry service. The bathroom tends to be warmer than the bedroom and living rooms since there is no A/C in the bathroom. THANK YOU to the plumber who replaced the leaking sink valves within a couple of hours. PUBLIC AREAS - lovely, serene ‘clover-shape’ pool and beach area cabanas/chaises, no observable ‘towel-chair saving,’ The beach is public. Resort public areas and landscaping staff are always visible and friendly tidying or maintaining the property and foliage; many even greeted us with our names! And if there is a rain shower, everyone is out in force squeegeeing, mopping and drying every floor and surface. RESTAURANTS’ STAFF - First off, kudos to managers we met - head chef Brenda Joseph and assistant food and beverage manager Caralena. Resort servers and bartenders are amazing! Shirlyn and Kevin made the first impressions only to be quickly followed by a myriad of others: Kenitta, Tracy, Gillian, Rachel, Dainisha, Danah, Dellorna, Jeron, Shawna, Lyndonna, and Katrina. THANK YOU to Fabian for trying to locate a preferred liquor. RESTAURANTS - Situated in a garden terrace venue with vines, trellises, and lattice, you will find Oliver’s and Sea & Surf restaurants, quite enjoyable! Whether you have breakfast/most dinners at Oliver’s or lunch/some dinners at the Sea and Surf Terrace-Bar, the food was delicious and perfectly timed at every meal. The dinner menu varied every day. Daily breakfast and weekday lunch menus are the same, but because of the numerous offerings, we still never ate the same meal twice. Three special moments for us during the week: (1) the fish catch of the day - swordfish, tuna, mahi, kingfish, and local couvalli (sp?) our favorite because of its texture, taste and not one we’ve seen in the US. (2) Wednesday - Caribbean night…we tried the local ‘Oil Down’ with chicken, pork, codfish, breadfruit, potatoes and, of course, the coconut milk. Heavy but tasty! (3) Lastly, we had mentioned to Caralena that the sample menu online showed frogs’ legs. Even though they were not on the menu, Caralena coordinated with the chef Brenda for us to have them on our last evening along with another of our French favorites, sweetbreads. Such a sensational epicurean delight for the finale! HOUSEKEEPING - The “Shhh… / Service” sign was helpful. Calling to arrange a daily room service is fine. We only met Tonya, who was also so pleasant and efficient. The staff met every room need. And if we had special requests, each was met within the hour, if not minutes. There is also an evening turndown service. The ice bucket is refilled most of the time twice a day. CAR VALET and ‘DOOR’ MEN - always pleasant and efficient. One in particular, Chard, was in-training and showed such enthusiasm and hospitality. SPA & GYM - Janissa spa offers numerous body and facial treatments. We tried several and each session was rejuvenating. The staff is very pleasant and professional, especially Audrey. The gym abuts the spa. While the gym can be a bit warm, there is plenty of equipment: 2 Technogym treadmills, 1 bike, machine equipment for core, chest/back, and shoulders. Free weights, bands, ab and kettle balls and more… Never more than three guests in the gym, it opens at 7 am but will be opened by the front desk if you wish to go earlier. RECOMMENDATIONS of NOTE: Heed the public areas/courtyard signs “Slipper When Wet.” They are not kidding. Take bug spray and After Bite. There were only two times at dusk when it was needed, but it was very helpful. The ‘same/next day’ laundry service may not occur unless the request gets processed before 9 am. If you desire privacy, the Royal and pool suites provide that atmosphere compared to the ocean front. The ocean front accommodations, however, have the best view.

Likes: 1 staff's attention, friendliness, and follow-through, 2 Royal suite's pool/outdoor area-privacy, spaciousness and overall relaxing comfort 3 restaurants' staff friendliness, efficiency and food variety-tastes - every meal was incredible thanks to head chef Brenda Joseph and her staff Unique Moments: 1 advance email inquiry for special room, food, vacation requests; all requests met 2 arrival front office greeting AND knowing our names 3 immediate resolution to maintenance issues 4 Fabian's personalized guest experience check-ins almost every day 5 ABSOLUTELY MOST IMPRESSIVE - Caralena, the assistant food and beverage manager, checked and arranged a pre-order when we shared that we had incredible frogs' legs and sweetbreads in France. Caralena and Brenda created the dishes for our last dinner AND the dishes tasted even BETTER than those we had in Paris! Dislike: 1 having to leave

Spent 2 amazing weeks at Spice Island 24 June - 8 July. The hotel is set on the beautiful Grand Anse Beach. We had a Sea Grape room which open directly onto the beach and are the best rooms in our opinion. They are well designed and styled and have everything you need. The sound of the sea in the rooms is amazing. The hotel was at low occupancy while we were there so we had the beach to ourselves most days. The choice of food is excellent and we enjoyed some lovely meals and delicious cocktails. The Pina Coladas were some of the best I’ve ever had!! The staff are all very welcoming and really make your stay very special. They are all excellent but a special mention for Katrina and Lyndonna. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful and brilliantly maintained by the staff - shout out to Junior who does a great job. We will definitely return to Spice Island - this was our 3rd visit to the beautiful Island of Grenada ( previous visits we stayed at Mount Cinnamon) but now we’ve stayed at Spice Island we realise that this is where we want to be!!! Spice Island is understated elegance and class. Well done Spice Island and look forward to returning.

The best hotel we’ve stayed in beyond question, a true 5 star experience. Quiet and refined with wonderful staff, the food was great and the a la carte menu changed daily. Cocktails fantastic, room and facilities could not have been better. Thoroughly recommend this if you’re on the beautiful isle of Grenada

Our third visit and certainly not our last, in fact we’re returning in a couple of months which says it all ! Its a stunning property, totally relaxing, spotlessly clean with imaginative understated decor which we love. We stayed in a Seagrape beachfront suite which opened directly onto the beautiful Grande Anse Beach, perfect for an early morning walk. We were more than happy with the food at all mealtime’s, something to suit most tastes. The staff are just one of the hotels many assets, they are immaculate, well trained and remember your names very quickly, the word no is not in their vocabulary. We love the beach service, those boys work hard in the hot sun, thanks guys. Any minor issues are dealt with promptly. The front desk was always manned and we we’re always greeted by name and with a smile. Housekeeping was great as was the turndown service. Thanks to all the staff who made our vacation so enjoyable, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

My husband took me to SIBR to celebrate my 50th birthday for 5 days. I can’t tell you how special and unique this place was during that time! From the moment we arrived, they knew our names, gave us a welcome drink and escorted us personally to our Seagrape suite while explaining all of the amenities and personnel available to make the stay perfect. The grounds are impeccable, I have a large farm and appreciate the thought put into their landscaping and how clean everything was…not a single leaf or fruit on the path throughout the hotel. Our room was in a secluded corner with a guard who not made sure we didn’t have locals hogging the beach chairs but to occasionally run to the bar and get us drinks! It was quiet and we had a local cat who visited me every night. Now with the staff: everyone knew our names!! They brought out their hot sauce for me every meal knowing how much I enjoyed it (get it and thank me later), they told us about their culture their families and the beauty of the island, they made special drinks that are out of this world, they made me a cake for my birthday, they ran on the day of my birthday when we were returning from the resort to give me a sweet handwritten note, they packed a to go lunch for my husband the day of our departure…it’s all the little things we didn’t ask for that made the difference and the staff was abundant and generous in providing these additional touches. To cover some of the negatives I’ve seen from my perspective 1. Food. I come from a foodie town and grow a lot of our own veggies, herbs and fruits and the food here was incredible. The menus changed daily so I had an opportunity to go back to some of my favorites (only did this once) but mostly explore many more things like fresh fish, local cuisine and the best desserts I’ve ever had. 2. Owner presence: she was here twice that I saw whether that was enjoying a drink or her son getting swim lessons. I liked how she blended in but was polite and courteous. 3. Even with the security guard we had some locals approach us but they were typically selling souvenirs and were very receptive to a no. These encounters lasted less than one minute I typically do to Hawaii as my zen place but I’ve already decided Grenada and specifically SIBR is my new favorite place to be spoiled and relax! I am already planning my trip for next year!! Thank you to all of the wonderful staff for making my birthday so special!

We’ve just had yet another wonderful week at this beautiful hotel. It was low season and occupancy was low, which was fine by us. We had a Sea Grape Beachfront Suite, which is very spacious and comfortable. And there’s so much storage space for clothes: quite a contrast from the hotel we’d occupied during the previous week. The USP of Spice Island is its quality feel. You sense it immediately upon arrival. The entrance is impressively Caribbean, staff members are super-smartly dressed, charming and efficient. We like the location for its daily walks up and down Grande Anse Beach and over the headland to Morne Rouge / BBC Beach. Because of low occupancy for the season, the breakfast buffet was unavailable: it was table service, as for other meals. We regretted this and had looked forward to the usual service from Natalie -- but we caught up anyway. The lunch menu was extensive, with very generous portions (sometimes we decided to share, and evening meals were very well-presented. Wine quality was good and the bar staff were very attentive. So many staff members are excellent that to name them would be a very long list. However, we have a shout-out for Lyndonna. Towards the end of our stay we had no neighbours in our block of four Sea Grape Suites. In fact, most of the hotel was empty. We had a 4pm check out and were given and extension to 2pm, for which we were grateful. If we wanted the room for a little longer we would have had to pay $350US. We decided against it and had a late lunch. By the way: a little black and white cat lives on the beach front. She is skinny, begged for food and we fed her. We hope that someone else will do so — and get a lot of affection in return. We would like to see her when we visit again. And we also hope that the very pleasant intern Ida has a full time job.

We first stayed at SIBR in February 2024, we enjoyed it so much that we returned again this April but we did not feel that the standard was as good as the previous year and found some aspects of our stay a little disappointing For the following reasons : The dinner menu did not change regularly. It was the same 4 nights in a row during our stay and was the same again on the day we left with only one or two dishes changing, this was disappointing as this was our least favourite menu. One of the reasons for returning to Spice Island was because of the amazing food but we did not feel it was quite as good this year. Perhaps that is due to the change of chef? Breakfast and lunch were good, lunch being our favourite meals. The hotel did have a feel of staying out of season even though it was only the first week of April. On our previous visit there was evening entertainment at least three times per week this time there was only evening entertainment once. Aside from the staff that we met the year before who couldn’t do enough for you it felt like we had the “B” team. Sometimes certain parts of our orders were forgotten, we were bought the wrong dishes a couple of times at breakfast and on one occasion we were asked what we would like to order before we had been offered a drink. On a couple of evenings we were not offered additional drinks and had to ask. Small things but they make a difference. I agree with the previous review and found it irritating constantly being asked for our names whereas last year all of the staff knew the names of the guests the moment they arrived and remembered them. I would rather give a room number than have to keep repeating my name. We booked through Hotels.com and being a gold member should have received a complimentary upgrade if available . I did request an upstairs suite before our arrival as I could not have known if an upgrade would have been available as it turns out the hotel occupancy looked to be around 25% and we were not offered the upgrade. A member of staff came to speak to us about this while we were having lunch and in front of other guests which we found unprofessional and did not appreciate. We were more than happy with our room but it would’ve been nice to have been offered the upgrade. Having said all of this, we did enjoy our stay very much, it just wasn’t as good as last year. We would like to give SIBR another chance but I’m not sure that we will return again so soon.

We have visited SIBR multiple times over 20+ years, initially as a family for Christmases and New Years then as a couple in the March to May window. Our recent visit was our first post Covid and our expectations were inevitably off the scale high and sadly we left disappointed and unlikely to make the trek back to Grenada again. It grieves me to write anything other than a 5* (and 4* is probably generous) review for our stay at this resort which holds so many happy memories for us but as the online feedback given at checkout went unacknowledged, I need to share it to give me closure. Key to us to the loss of SIBR’s magic was the lack of visibility, apart from on arrival, of upper management and owners. We could have been in a branded resort rather than at the unique family owned piece of paradise that we fondly remember. Significant investment has clearly gone into the communal areas and to good effect. However, our chosen accommodation over the years, the Seagrape suites, have received only decorative revamps. Why the in suite beach towels are inferior to the towels available at the (underused and cluttered with the introduction of day beds) pool Is a mystery. Whilst the resort used to be regularly fogged to keep the mosquito population under some level of control, this didn’t occur during our visit and we were both badly bitten in spite of the bug mat in our suite. We arrange the mini bar fill up to suit our requirements on day 1. Housekeeping was fine but unreliable in terms of the timing of the 2 visits per day. I can’t fault SIBR’s location, grounds and staff and must call out the fantastic service and care we received from Dexter, Andre, Caralana, Lyndonna, Daniella, Seymour, Martha, Kenetta, Rayon and Fabian, all of whom we’ve known for years, and from Kevin, Danah, Jeron and Katrina, whom we met for the first time this visit. The low level of occupancy probably explained evening entertainment being so sparse and only 1 out of 2 Sundays having a BBQ. However, both were disappointing and compounded by the fact that the weekly cocktail parties are now a thing of the past. Particularly given the number of guests, we were irritated by repeatedly being asked our names on arrival at the restaurant - this has never occurred on previous SIBR visits and continued even after it was pointed out as unwelcome. We cannot fault the quality and presentation of the food, and I was delighted that my request for beetroot ice cream sorted my dessert choice. Breakfast, however, has always been and continues to be, repetitive and limited in choice when compared to the other 5* resorts we now frequent. The dinner menus repeat weekly and also remain limited, to the extent that we skipped it on a couple of occasions. We were pleased that there’s no longer a weekly buffet night. Lunch once again was the (culinary) highlight of our day in terms of choice and ambiance. We had no issues with the house wines served with our meals. The SIBR bar now features even more prominently in our history, mostly for good reasons. However, whilst we joked with staff about there only being 1 margarita glass and the erratic supplies of ginger beer, both were irritating and unexpected in a resort of this calibre. We joined in a couple of the (free) daytime activities which were adequate although we were disappointed (versus similar events both in Grenada and elsewhere) by the (extra cost) sunset cruise. Thanks for reading this far, I hope this review is of some use to both the resort and future visitors. Apologies if some points come across as emotional and / or trivial but sometimes it is the little things that matter, especially given the cost of a stay at SIBR and the fact that the 5* bar has been raised over the past 5 years, particularly in Europe. It’s been a cathartic write!

We had high expectations for Spice Island, being recommended to us by friends who used to stay. Spice Island is on an amazing beach, it has a wonderful clear blue sea, wonderful to swim in, we were aware it was on a public beach, but didn’t expect to have non residents literally sunbathing at our feet. We travel a lot, and most places are on a public beach, the difference is that other hotels we have stayed have a dividing line for residents. So you have the 5* experience of inclusion and privacy. What we experienced was daily non residents walking through the hotel grounds, and sunbathing, this made us feel very uncomfortable especially as one regular was selling drugs. The worst day saw 40 students turn up to have a party, drinking, shouting and playing loud music. It completely ruined our day, we were looking for peace and quiet. We highlighted our disappointment to the Management team on 2 separate occasions, although promise to address, nothing changed, and the security guards were either asleep, not present or just looking at their phones. It was suggested we move room, but the Seagrape room we were offered looked onto a dustbin. Food was ok, although was repetitive, staying for 10 days, saw us eating the same things. We only saw entertainment on 2 nights out of 10, which made dinner lack atmosphere we felt. The staff were lovely and very attentive, although service could be very slow, even though the hotel was only at about 30% occupancy. We felt Spice Island was over priced for the experience compared to other 5* properties we have stayed in around the Caribbean, it just lacked a few touches that we have come to expect from a hotel at this level. I want to give a shout out to the Housekeeping team, who were always on time and consistent, especially turn down service, which can sometimes be missed. I know Spice Island has a lot of repeat guests, so recongise that my review is a personal account, and having travelled extensively, maybe my expectations are based on 5* properties across the world.

We are having the most amazing time. The rooms and views are fantastic. The breakfast and evening meals are are fabulous 👌 We have not had lunch yet because we are so full. Compliments to the chef. The drinks are also fantastic, great wine, cocktails and branded drinks...so much choice the bar staff are lovely and good fun 😁. Our rooms are clean and tidy and the turn down service is also excellent. The bar fridge is well stocked daily. The reception staff are extremely helpful. The gardens are immaculate every one does an amazing job 👏 the gym is great has new machines a good selection of weights so 👍.

I actually stayed here in May 2024, so the review is a year late apologies! This was a wonderful resort, the owner has done a fantastic job and she should be proud of herself! The chef is terrific and I would go as far as to say he is an artist. The host and the staff are brilliant! Nothing is too much of an ask. The beach is public however it is beautiful and did not cause us any issues. Simply a wonderful hotel with wonderful people running it. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Had a fabulous two week holiday at Spice island. Arrived to wonderful welcome by Seymour , a manager and bell boy. We were treated like royalty with welcome towel and drink. Escorted to our lovely garden room whilst explaining everything we needed to know. The room was beautiful and wonderfully clean as was the whole resort. Set on the beautiful grand Anse beach it was a visual delight . The gardens , bars and restaurants were superb Food was delicious . We were blown away by the daily delights. Every day you are checked on by the lovely Fabian and some of the supervisors . They really want everyone to have a perfect holiday. This is the first time I won’t name individual staff members. They are all wonderful. Everyone so friendly. Enjoyed getting to know everyone over the two weeks We did upgrade for our last 5 days to a sea grape room. Wow these rooms are amazing. Set on the beautiful beach . The entertainment was great but would like to have more ? Maybe every other night as a suggestion. We are planning to return to this wonderful place . Thank you everyone at Spice Island

The hotel is luxurious, relaxing and impeccably clean. Most of the staff are very warm, friendly and engaging. They also offered a picnic lunch when we went on excursions, and had several activities for young children. My only issues were the food and air condition in the room, which kept defaulting to 22/23 degrees Celsius, making it a tad too warm to have a great night’s sleep. The food quality wasn’t consistent, with some items being too salty and others quite bland. The breakfast and tea menus were the same for every day which was disappointing and none of the dishes were memorable.

We stayed at Spice Island Beach Resort a couple of weeks ago and had a fantastic time. The beach was the most beautiful, swimmable beach we have ever seen. The rooms and property were very well manicured and comfortable. I did find in funny that there was no hand soap in the bathrooms. The breakfasts and lunches were all delicious and all the bar staff were terrific. We were disappointed in the dinners at Oliver's restaurant. The spa was fantastic! I went to a yoga class on Monday with "May" that was the best yoga class I have ever taken. I returned for yoga on Wednesday April 9th with a different instructor and it was not a positive experience. The instructor was knowledgeable about yoga, but was not attentive and I actually felt like I was being reprimanded. The class was a one hour class and I was her only student. She literally ended 5 minutes early and was walking away down the beach before I even had my shoes on. Overall, we loved the resort and we would return in the future and refer others to Spice Island Beach Resort.

As soon as you arrive here you know you are somewhere special. The view through the lobby to the Caribbean is amazing. The welcome is friendly with a welcome cocktail. The hotel is not big which is part of its appeal. It is quiet and allows you to relax and enjoy the beautiful gardens and Grand Anse beach. The location cannot be beaten, right on the beach. The staff really set this place apart. They are so friendly and helpful. Service is exceptional from everybody. The food is great and plentiful, I haven’t eaten so much good food in a long time.

As the title of my review says it all! - I've been to countless all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Spice Island Beach Resort is by far the best. It certainly has earned its 5 Star Conde Nast rating. Everything from the accommodations to the spa to the dining and impeccable customer care; I cannot say enough praises about this place! They go above and beyond to ensure you have an unforgettable vacation experience. Special shout out to Cleon and Elizabeth. Cleon served us at the bar but also served as entertainment on our sunset cruise. We asked for custom drinks, and he was happy to oblige. Elizabeth helped us plan a private tour of the Island including stops of our choosing. What made it extra special was the picnic lunch the resort provided for us to have lunch on our day tour. Wow! Spice Island says they feed you whether you're on their property or on an all day tour. Don't hesitate to book your stay. You will not be disappointed! M. Miller

We are quite well travelled including the Caribbean Islands. This was our first trip to Grenada and Kuoni recommended the SIR. This is a beautiful resort in an idyllic setting right on the beach - particularly if you opt for a Sea Grape suite. The staff are brilliant from Arrival to Departure - cannot be faulted as they are so friendly and helpful. The standard of accommodation and service is high and you are made to feel so welcome. We would parrot some of the other reviews in that the Dinner Menus whilst good are a little restricted as to choice and it may be a further restaurant area is required to compliment the Fine Dining. What however made this holiday so enjoyable was the staff and we think we should name a few who made our stay so special and so much fun. Cleon (Entertainment), Damian (Gardener), Dwight (Beach), Kevin (Bar), Kennish, Shanna, Martha, Tracey, Katrina, Kate-Donna - this is not an exclusive list but perhaps goes to show the level of service. We had a wonderful and relaxing time

Our travel agent recommended Spice Island, and it did not disappoint. We had one of the wonderful sea grape suites - in fact the very last one #47 - and it was amazing. You're just steps from the gorgeous beach with chairs ready just for you and a hammock to swing in at night, dotted with shade from the beautiful sea grape trees. So nice and private. The small resort feels like an enclave, an oasis all to itself, and we left wanting to come back. What really set it apart was the service. Understated, impeccable and personal, the staff made our stay exceptional. Darvina, the concierge, arranged for an awesome jeep tour to the rainforest and a visit to a local children's home, and when the home's director happened to be at the resort, Darvina called and asked if we would like to meet her - such a nice touch. Another staff member made cookies for us to take! The "All-inclusive" term worried us a bit when it came to food, but every meal was delicious! Plenty of breakfast items on the buffet (housemade granola, fruit, etc) and lots to order (excellent pancakes etc) and then really special food plus regular American fare at lunch and dinner. We had a hard time picking our favorite dishes - from coconut shrimp appetizer to fresh fish to brushetta trio to amazing desserts like frozen lime yogurt and crumble to nutmeg ice cream with cashew tart, we enjoyed it all! We will absolutely go back to Spice Island!

Excellent trip came for my 51st bday really enjoyed the fitness classes and daily activities with Jeremy and Roniesha their energy was awesome. Those fitness instructors were attentive and full of joy. This made workout during vacation feel like a birthday party for real!!

Following the pack, it would be easy to give 5 out of 5, which seems to be the trend. There are wonderful aspects to this hotel - beautiful gardens, a gorgeous beach, wonderful pool area and gym/spa, many lovely staff, a very high standard of food quality, exceptional cleanliness, a nice welcome, a great all-inclusive deal, and a lovely relaxed attitude to checking out at a mutually agreeable time. There are also some pretty basic areas where Spice Island does not live up to its 5-star rating, when compared with other 5-star establishments, in my experience. In short they were the absence of visible leadership, the unfriendly attitude of some F&B staff towards guests, some excruciatingly long delays for food orders to be served, some issues of tiredness and poor maintenance in our suite, and a lack of information about hotel activities and facilities. I dithered between 3 and 4 for this hotel, and chose 4 in recognition of the great features and the good people, but there is room for improvement, and I would have been happy to share all of these comments, in detail, with the hotel management, if I had been asked, or if I had known who to engage.

This year we decided to stay at the Spice Island Resort in Grenada. It was our first time there and many people highly recommended the property. We have stayed many times at sandals, Royalton, Raddison and Silver Sands. So the obvious attraction was grand anse beach which is probably the best beach in the caribbean. That did not disappoint. The beach fron was clean at all times and there was no shortatge of beach chairs and beach umbrellas in immaculate condition. All staff were friendly and extremely helpful. We stayed in the seagrape villas literally on the beach. The room was very well appointed with all the usual amenities. Meals were above average. Breakfast was tops. Drinks were in abundance and the bar staff knew their stuff. Janissa Spa was amazing. Absolutely professional and worthwhile. So two questions. What fell short? short answer, nothing really. I think they can improve of the evening dining offering. I think they can bring the bar closer to the beach rooms . A beach bar would work. The property is beautiful and well maintained. The Website does not do it justice. The second question is would I return. Absolutely. Planning that already. Cheers to the staff and location!

Our second visit to Spice Island Beach Resort was just as wonderful as our first visit in Feb 2024. Our Gardenview accommodations, the gourmet food and the service were all outstanding. All of the staff from the restaurant & bar service, housekeeping, reception and even the gardeners are all friendly and accommodating. Grand Anse Beach is great for walking and swimming.

Beautiful gardens, clean inside, great service.

We are widely travelled and this was one of the most expensive Caribbean hotels we have stayed in, and thus our expectations were high. Unfortunately, we were disappointed in several areas. Good points Beach front rooms are fabulous, very comfortable, leading straight onto the white sand beach and turquoise sea. Grand Anse beach is great to walk along (although very busy when large cruise boats visit). Most of the staff are very friendly (especially Katrina) and service is generally good. The hotel has a total no-smoking policy, even on your sunbed on the beach. I wish more hotels would introduce this. Smoking is so disgusting. Bad points On several evenings there was nothing we liked on the dinner menu in Olivers. The food was pretentious, overly complex, and often unhealthy, with few fresh vegetables. Several other guests also complained about the food and the poor quality of the all-inclusive wine compared with other hotels. The breakfast buffet had limited healthy choice: no muesli; no bananas (in the Caribbean!) or pineapple on several days. There were usually unacceptably long waits before a cooked breakfast arrived. In its advertising the hotel claims that “Every moment at Spice Island resort is a haven of relaxation”. However, the weekly game of Bingo (played over loud speakers) at the bar while we were having sunset drinks or the shouting during the Cocktail Blind Tasting competition in the restaurant during our lunch were far from relaxing. Such events should be held at times and in places where they do not disturb other guests. There was a shortage of sunbeds with good shade. Guests put towels out to reserve sunbeds before breakfast, but then did not use them for 4 hours. Not what one expects at a five-star hotel.

The property is beautiful and the food is fantastic. Everyone is so nice and gracious and treats you so well!

Great beach. Beach front rooms nice and spacious

Everything was excellent. Had a great time. Would recommend to everyone and come back again.

Wonderfully peaceful, gorgeous beach, attentive, individualized service. Will return

Everything was Fabulous

The hotel and staff were fantastic. You can really feel that this hotel is privatelybowned and all employees are bought into the ethos of the hotel. Everyone that we met was polite and provided an excellent level of service. The food was also excellent and the room and pool were of a veey high standard. The only missing thing I think are some snacks in the minibar. We will definately return to this hotel.

Wasn’t fond of the Expedia reservations person but at my arrival at the resort I was so taken care off that I enjoyed my stay and rate this place a 10/10 definitely returning and avoiding the chat

I loved how they care for all of their guest. They truly make you feel special there. I would recommend this property to anyone who is planning on visiting Grenada. Side note, please bring bug spray because the bugs/insects are no joke!

The staff are extremely nice and service was amazing. To be honest, I have never had any type of service this good before. Fabian, the guest experiences manager is very friendly and goes out of his way to make sure everyone is having a good time. Food is also very good.

Outstanding property and vacation. All staff incredibly friendly and helpful

It's difficult to put into words just how wonderful Spice island is The food is top level the staff are very attentive We had a almond pool suite out of this world

The staff were great! We loved the bartenders and servers. The private beach is very nice. The rooms with the private pools are great.

Set right on one of the longest beaches in The Caribbean The Spice Island Hotels offers good food and service. Most people there are over 65 so if you are young you might be the youngest couple by far. If you can afford it, go for the beach front rooms which are right on the beach

By far the absolute BEST all inclusive I have ever stayed at. Went for a girls trip with my best friend and couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing place to stay. The hotel reached out in advance asking if we wanted a car service to pick us up, it was an extra charge but so worth it!! We were promptly picked up in a Porsche truck, welcomed to the hotel with drinks and cool towels. Escorted to our upgraded room (free of charge just because the hotel wasn’t at full capacity), we were given a stunning room on the beach. The place was immaculate, staff service was like nothing I have ever experienced. Ever staff member knew us by name, the hotel had maybe 50 people staying yet they were fully staffed. You never waited for a drink, or had to ask for something twice, they were just beyond thoughtful and really made every attempt to make sure you had everything you could possibly want. We went on a private excursion to the waterfalls (7 sisters) which I highly recommend it was a highlight of the trip. I thought it would be like one of these group excursions but nope that’s not how they roll at spice island we have a private tour guide, very reasonably priced and so worth it. Not much to do on the property but that is just what we wanted, the gorgeous beach and pina coladas we more than enough to occupy us. Food was the best I have had at an all inclusive, every night a different menu, all alla cart none of these mediocre anything and everything buffets at spice island.

Spice Island Beach Resort (SIBR) is a wonderful resort that is truly luxurious. The staff takes care of everything from the time you arrive and already knows your name. The beach is beautiful as is the island of Grenada. We truly enjoyed our stay there and look forward to returning. The atmosphere is is very quiet and relaxed, but dining is rather fancy which we enjoyed. I think the food and dining experience at SIBR is the highlight as it seems like your day will revolve around your meals. They had entertainment in the evenings about every other day and during the day on Sunday, I believe. They reached out to us prior to our arrival about any dietary requirements or other needs. I asked about a fan in the room because I don't like to sleep without one and usually carry one when I travel. When we got there, they had a brand new fan sitting in the room that was awesome. As far as dietary restrictions are concerned, my wife has Celiac and thus cannot have gluten. Upon our arrival, they scheduled a meeting with the chef in order to talk about this and the staff was keen to make her aware if she could not have an item from the menu. They made her gluten free bread each day. Of course, they kept the room fridge stocked with beer each day for me and I love Carib. Either way, someone walks up and down the Resorts beachfront each day and takes orders from the bar. Everyone there was fabulous. You really do feel like royalty while you're there. Guys need pants and shoes at dinner.

We just spent 7 days at Spice Island Resort and it was one of the very best places we have been in the Caribbean. The staff at the resort is outstanding and they definitely made our stay memorable. Grand Anse beach is definitely one of the best and we were very surprised at how clean it was. Absolutely no seaweed, which many other resorts have lots of problems with. The food at Spice Island may be the best we have ever had as well. We stayed in the Seagrape Suite and we would definitely recommend this as it is right on the beach. You never have to worry about finding a place at the beach. The drinks were outstanding and although we were worried we might not be able to book a massage at the Janissa Spa at the beginning of the week due to it being 'off-season' the staff were able to book my wife and I each with exceptional massages by the Spa manager, Abby. We also did both a half-day snorkelling trip and a half-day tour of Grenada with the legendary guide, Mandoo, also one of the best tours we've ever had. We were so happy while we were there and sad to leave. Truly a relaxing holiday at Spice Island Beach Resort. Many thanks to the fantastic staff there who make the resort one of the very best in the Caribbean.

Fantastic property and great staff

Excellent service throughout and despite being a very expensive all inclusive it did feel integrated with the community and surrounding areas. My preference would have been for less formal options in the evening but you could pick and choose courses. Excellent picnic lunches for the cricket and a very nice Provençal rosé!

We very much enjoyed our stay. As they have recently reopened it seemed a bit like we were still in "preseason" as many of the staff were still trying to learn the procedures which was my only critique. Otherwise the beach is 10/10, food is not "all inclusive quality" but is individually made with fantastic quality with every meal. If we are back in Grenada we will be staying here again.

Great food, close to the airport, excellent staff.

I was so surprised by the most delicious food at every meal and the incredibly friendly and efficient staff.

Great service and excellent food, not a buffet even at breakfast

Spice Island was AMAZING. We wanted a nice resort with an all-inclusive option. We booked on Expedia and the next day we were called by Spice Island asking if we had any food allergies and if we wanted a complementary upgrade to our room. What a nice personal touch that phone call was. From the time we arrived until the time we departed we were treated like family. The staff always addressed us by name with a smile and many employees spent time getting to know us. This was our first all-inclusive vacation (typically we take cruises) and I can’t see how we would/could find any place better. The room was perfect and walking right onto the beach was beautiful. They cleaned our room twice a day and always was spotless. Ice was changed whenever they cleaned so we always had fresh ice. The pool was well kept and extremely clean and relaxing. The staff would always come by our patio as well as the pool asking if we needed a drink. The bands they had on Monday and Wednesday night was a nice touch. Lunch on Sunday was wonderful as they grilled a lot of the food and the selection was aplenty. We did an excursion to the rain forest and Spice Island set this up for us and even packed us a very nice picnic lunch. Wow!! My wife, son and I are looking for our return to Spice Island in the future. There couldn’t possibly be a nicer place in Grenada than this wonderful resort. Brian, Heidi and Kody.

I loved that the patio in our room lead right on to the beach.

The suite was excellent. Good view, comfortable beds. However, the skylight in the bathroom brings light into the bedroom making it difficult to sleep past 6:30am. Dining room operating hours is not as convenient as it could be. Lunches are not served until 12pm and dinner not until 7pm. Foods were good but limited choices.

The service was 1st class. I like the fact that I had a private swimming pool and the ocean was a 3 min walk

Spice Island was excellent. The service was perfect, the resort was beautiful, and the food was better than you will find at any Caribbean resort. Although it was all-inclusive, there was not one aspect that felt “mass produced” like at other Caribbean resorts. We loved every minute of our stay and can’t wait to go back.

The personal touch by the owner and staff is exemplary.

Nice colonial building on a beautiful beach with amazing staff. Big let down is the food. Extremely conservative, boring and tasteless. Strict dress code in the main restaurant with a fix/set 5-course dinner on most nights. Service and Management are stuck in time. It seems the owner is fascinated by the British Royal Family and that reflects in the service. Very old fashioned and not adjusted to current times. The question is, what is luxury in 2018? Is it a formal dress code and ketchup being served by staff with a silver spoon, or putting your feet in the sand and a beach barbeque with fresh ingredients? You decide....it wasn't for us.

Gorgeous hotel right on the beach with delicious fresh, elegant food and the friendliest staff

Staff was extremely attentive and courteous. The meals were above any resort we have visited. Lovely rooms and facility. Location was premier.

Across the board the staff are on top of all the little things that make their service truly outstanding. The room design is elegant and comfortable. And the beach rooms are offer an experience right on the beach, a matter of steps from the sea.

The resort was beautiful and staff very professional and service oriented. Definitely the place to stay in Grenada.

Beautiful location on island. Outstanding service in every way.

well run family owned all-inclusive 'high end' resort right on the Grand Anse Beach with lovely helpful staff, wonderful food, excellent accommodation.

Fantastic. Service was beyond excellent. Absolutely one of the best resort experiences I’ve ever had.

Everything about this hotel was wonderful. The rooms are large and comfortable. The hotel is located on a beautiful beach only 10 minutes from the airport (which you never hear). The beach chairs are nicely spread out under pretty trees or palapas and the pool is a nice alternative. As an all inclusive, the food is very good and in abundance. The hotel even offers to make whatever you want including lobster tails and chocolate chip pancakes for the kids. The staff arranged for a private snorkeling trip and provided information for a great tour guide (Mandoo). It was nice to be able to get bottled water, cocktails or wine whenever you wanted. The massage at the spa was also very good and we enjoyed the fitness center. We traveled with our 14 year old twin girls who were the youngest at the hotel, however the hotel accommodates couples or families. It's the most accommodating hotel we have been to (considering hundreds of hotels) where the owners are present every day and the staff couldn't be nicer. If you are looking for a lovely beach hotel this is it.

Loved Soice Island - an all inclusive food should be stepped up a bit drinks and wine selection were average but hotel amenities and star superb!

An architecturally beautiful Hotel with very comfortable Rooms made more wonderful by the friendleness and courtesy of the Staff. Can't wait to go back

This resort, staff and its owners were awesome. We were pampered by an attentive and friendly staff that knew our names and used them at every encounter. If you truly want a stress free vacation and to be spoiled with delicious food, drinks, service and a quiet atmosphere, The Spice Island Beach Resort is the perfect place. We will definitely be back!

From the airport pick-up, to the front desk welcome and registration, to our room (Seagrape Beach Suite), to the meals, to the staff, to the spa, to the beach - all were amazing! The warmth and hospitality was intoxicating. When the cleaning staff saw that we used an inverted towel bin as a 'side' table, they brought us a 'side' table. When the cleaning staff saw that we hung a towel to block light from the bathroom skylight to the sleeping area, they removed the towel and hung up drapes. The attention to details is unrivaled.

Worth every cent to have the pool suite. We spent many happy hours there

Incredible view and access to Grand Anse Beach. Delicious meals. Best staff. Lovely resort.

What Spice Island Beach Resort manages to do, almost uniquely well, is combine all the ingredients imaginable for a vacation ideal to recover from the stress of everyday life. And to do it consistently well. We stayed for a week and in that time every aspect of the service was faultless and delivered with a smile by a team who really seemed to care that we had what we wanted. And the owning family was always visibly present. From the greeting as arrived to when we were waved off, all was super efficient whilst being warm and friendly. Aside from all the things you expect from a top class establishment there were little touches such as fresh slices of Aloha Vera appearing in our room when we returned from an outing with a couple of irritable insect bites. Apparently nearly 6 in 10 guests were return visitors and it's not hard to see why. The Sea Grape suite really did open onto the beach with the magic of dawn and sunset. The suite was comfortable and spotless, and serviced twice daily. The food was extremely good from the fresh and varied breakfasts to the superbly done evening meals - the major difficulty being the tendency to overeat. House wines included in the inclusive deal were perfectly adequate and plentiful. Cocktails were lovely from the fruit punches we took a liking to during the day to some delicious rum based ones we chose after sundown. The front desk sorted interesting excursions so we got all round Grenada - nutmeg, rum, chocolate and rainfore

Our stay at Spice Island was truly amazing. The staff and owners were quite hospitable and accommodating. It is truly hard to put into words just how amazing this hotel is. From the moment we stepped out of our taxi we were in paradise. We stayed in the Sea Grape Suites with our room just steps from the ocean. The room #35 was located perfectly at the resort, was well appointed and beautifully decorated. Our maid Linda was friendly and kept the room extremely clean. Every employee we encountered during our stay treated us like family and seemed genuinely interested in us. The cuisine was amazing and the chef had a creative menu each night. Soups were incredible, fabulous fresh sorbets, fresh fish with island spices, savory desserts and one of the best cheeseburgers I have ever had. The drinks were a heavy "pour" and the bartenders quite friendly. My husband came down with a virus during our stay and the staff checked on him several times a day offering to help in anyway possible. And eventually helping us to locate a doctor. We highly recommend this resort for the accommodating staff, beautiful grounds and for the convenience of staying 30 steps from the ocean.

This place is top notch in every aspect. The service is the best it can possibly be. The grounds are picturesque. The food is above and beyond great. Top shelf liquor. I have traveled the carribean extensively and this place is far beyond anywhere i have stayed. Nothing bad to say in any area and the water for the shower was HOT which i loved. The rooms are fabulous.