GRENADA – A LUXURY CARIBBEAN TWIN-CENTRE ESCAPE!

Sometimes one hotel simply isn’t enough… and when you’re travelling all the way to the beautiful Caribbean island of Grenada, why not experience two very different luxury resorts?

In September 2026, my husband Steve and I headed off from London Gatwick with British Airways for a six-night twin-centre escape to Grenada in the West Indies.

Our journey took approximately 10 hours, including a touch-down in St Lucia en route to drop off and collect passengers before continuing to Grenada. A special mention to the British Airways crew, who were absolutely fabulous throughout the journey.
And then… we arrived in paradise!

Our six nights were split between two very different but equally impressive resorts:-

💗 6–9 September: Spice Island Beach Resort – 3 nights

💙 9–12 September: Silversands Grand Anse – 3 nights

Two luxury properties, one beautiful Caribbean island and the perfect opportunity to experience and compare what each has to offer.

SPICE ISLAND BEACH RESORT – 6–9 SEPTEMBER

Our arrival – and what a welcome!
We’d barely arrived at Spice Island Beach Resort when we were greeted with the warmest of welcomes.
A gorgeous peppermint-scented towel to freshen up after our long journey, followed by a much-needed signature welcome drink.
But there was an even bigger surprise waiting for us…
We’d been upgraded to a Royal Pool Suite and what a suite it was! Absolutely stunning, with our own private pool and a beautiful terrace. I remember sitting outside, listening to the frogs and watching the bats flying overhead. A rather magical first evening in Grenada!

A taste of luxury at Spice Island Beach Resort

Spice Island Beach Resort is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, and I could immediately see why, set along the beautiful white sands of Grand Anse Beach, this family-owned luxury resort has an understated elegance that I absolutely loved. There is nothing showy or over-designed about it. Instead, it is all about beautiful surroundings, genuine hospitality and exceptional personalised service.

The resort has 64 luxurious suites, including beachfront accommodation and options with private pools.
Some of the facilities and experiences include:-

- Beautifully appointed suites, including beachfront and private pool options.
- Janissa’s Spa and relaxation facilities.
- Oceanfront swimming pool with swim-up whirlpool.
- Oliver Restaurant and Sea & Surf Terrace & Bar.
- Premium drinks and all-inclusive dining options.
- Snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing and PADI diving.
- Tennis facilities
- Beachfront yoga pavilion.
- Fully equipped fitness centre.
- Nutmeg Pod children’s activity centre.

And, of course, direct access to that spectacular stretch of Grand Anse Beach!

Spice Island is particularly well known for its all-inclusive experience, although other board options are also available.
The service – what really makes Spice Island special
For me, one of the biggest highlights was the people.
The staff were quite simply exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by name, and nothing ever seemed too much trouble.
This is a family-run hotel where people genuinely care, and it shows.
With an average of around 12 years’ service among the team, there is a remarkable sense of familiarity, loyalty and pride. Spice Island also promotes from within, creating a team who know the resort, know their guests and understand what true hospitality feels like.
During our stay, we were fortunate enough to spend an evening having dinner with Sheldon Keens-Douglas, the Resort Manager, he generously gave us his time, sharing his passion, knowledge and insight into this exceptional property, for someone in his position to spend an evening with guests speaks volumes about the genuine hospitality and pride that runs through Spice Island.

The beautiful gardens – a private tour!

Another highlight was joining the Wednesday morning garden tour with Head Gardener Damian, as it turned out, I ended up having the tour all to myself!

The gardens are beautiful, but what makes them particularly special is that they feel wonderfully natural rather than overly manicured or orchestrated.

Damian’s knowledge and passion really brought them to life. Walking through the resort with him, learning about the different plants, how the gardens are cared for and the thought that goes into maintaining this beautiful natural environment gave me an even greater appreciation for the property.

The gardens are still overseen by Lady Hopkin herself, adding another lovely personal connection to the resort.

Thought has even been given to accessibility, with paths designed to allow guests with mobility difficulties to enjoy the gardens too.

It’s one thing to admire beautiful gardens as a guest; it’s quite another to understand the care, knowledge and dedication behind them.
A real highlight of our stay!

A royal connection – the Cinnamon Suite!

One of the other lovely experiences during our visit was having the opportunity to view the incredibly exclusive Cinnamon Suite.
And this isn’t just any suite!
At an impressive 1,440 sq ft, this beautiful beachfront accommodation sits right on the famous sands of Grand Anse Beach.

It features:-
- A beautiful king-size canopy bed.
- Spacious living area.
- Elegant marble bathroom.
- Private beachfront patio.
- Double hammock overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

And the royal connection?

King Charles and Queen Camilla stayed in the Cinnamon Suite during their visit to Grenada in March 2019. The resort describes it as its coveted Cinnamon Suite, and having the opportunity to see inside was a real privilege.
Imagine waking up here, stepping straight onto the sand with the Caribbean Sea just a few steps away!

My thoughts on Spice Island Beach Resort
There are luxury hotels that impress you, and then there are places that stay with you.
Spice Island is definitely one of those places.
Its accolades speak for themselves, including its AAA Five Diamond recognition for nine consecutive years, including 2025, and its membership of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, but for me, its greatest luxury is the feeling that nothing is too much trouble.

The accommodation is spacious, elegant and wonderfully traditional, with a contemporary twist. The food is divine, the location is spectacular and the staff really do make the experience.

This is not a resort that needs to shout about its luxury, it quietly delivers it.

For me, Spice Island represents what a truly special Caribbean escape should be: beautiful surroundings, exceptional service, genuine warmth and the feeling that you are being looked after rather than simply accommodated.
- Everyone should experience Spice Island at least once!

SILVERSANDS GRAND ANSE – 9–12 SEPTEMBER

Hotel hopping in Grenada!

After three wonderful nights at Spice Island, it was time to say goodbye and move on to our next stop and what a change of scenery.We arrived at the fabulous Silversands Grand Anse and checked into our Ocean View King Suite for the remaining three nights of our Grenada adventure.

Silversands opened its doors in 2018 and has quickly become one of Grenada’s most recognisable luxury resorts, situated directly on the famous Grand Anse Beach, it combines contemporary architecture, sleek interiors and one of the most beautiful stretches of sand in the Caribbean. And if the hotel looks familiar, there’s a reason! Silversands was the glamorous backdrop for the television series The Fortune Hotel, featuring heavily throughout the show, including THAT incredible swimming pool!

The famous 100-metre infinity pool!

Let’s talk about the pool!

One of the standout features of Silversands is its spectacular 100-metre infinity pool, which stretches dramatically towards Grand Anse Beach, it’s the longest pool in the whole of the Caribbean! It’s an incredible architectural feature and certainly one of the resort’s most photographed spots.

The combination of the pool, the beach and those beautiful Caribbean views makes for a rather impressive setting.

Our Ocean View King Suite

We settled into our Ocean View King Suite, and it certainly didn’t disappoint!
At approximately 63 square metres, the room was incredibly spacious, with a beautiful open-plan bedroom and living area, a luxurious king-size bed and a generous bathroom featuring a deep soaking bath and rainfall shower. One one of my favourite features had to be the private balcony and those views!
Looking out across the lush gardens and villas towards the Caribbean Sea, it was the perfect spot for a morning coffee, a little relaxation during the day or an evening drink while taking in the view.

The suite also included all the thoughtful touches you’d expect from a luxury resort, including:-
- Spacious open-plan bedroom and living area.
- Luxurious king-size bed.
- Large bathroom with deep soaking bath.
- Separate rainfall shower.
- Private balcony with ocean views.
- Minibar and espresso maker.
- Wi-Fi and plenty of space to relax.

For couples looking for a beautiful Caribbean escape, I think this room category offers a lovely combination of space, privacy and luxury without necessarily needing to move into one of the larger suite categories.

And waking up to that view? Pretty special!

What else does Silversands offer?
There is plenty to enjoy around the resort, including:-

- The spectacular 100-metre infinity pool.
- Direct access to Grand Anse Beach.
- A beautiful spa offering a range of indulgent treatments.
- Exceptional dining experiences.
- Wonderful cocktails and places to relax.
- Contemporary suites and luxurious private villas.

The villas offer an additional level of privacy and space, with two-, three- and four-bedroom options available.

Silversands is a very different proposition to Spice Island. Where Spice Island has that wonderful traditional Caribbean charm and personal family-run feel, Silversands is sleek, contemporary and architecturally striking.
Both are luxurious, but they offer quite different experiences.

MY THOUGHTS ON OUR GRENADA TWIN-CENTRE HOLIDAY
So, which did I prefer?

That’s actually quite difficult to answer because the two resorts are so different!
Spice Island Beach Resort is all about understated luxury, traditional Caribbean charm, exceptional personal service, beautiful gardens and that wonderful feeling of being genuinely looked after.

Silversands Grand Anse offers contemporary luxury, striking architecture, beautiful spacious accommodation and that incredible infinity pool overlooking Grand Anse Beach.
Both have fantastic beachfront locations, both offer wonderful accommodation and both are well worth considering for a luxury Caribbean holiday.

What I particularly loved about this twin-centre arrangement was being able to experience both properties without having to choose between them.

Three nights at each gave us the opportunity to enjoy two different sides of Grenada’s luxury hotel scene.

And that’s something I would absolutely recommend considering if you’re planning a special trip to the island.

Grenada itself is a beautiful destination, with gorgeous beaches, lush tropical scenery, warm hospitality and that laid-back Caribbean atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and stay a little longer.

Six nights certainly gave us a wonderful introduction, although I could easily have stayed longer!

GRENADA, YOU HAVE BEEN ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!
Six nights, two fabulous luxury resorts, one beautiful Caribbean island and memories that will stay with us for a very long time.

Spice Island Beach Resort and Silversands Grand Anse, two very different experiences, both absolutely worth discovering.