Island, Grenada
Grenada
Spice Isle with Grand Anse Beach, rainforest, an underwater sculpture park and a relaxed pace. Safe and friendly, good for slow stays; it is spread out, car-dependent and quiet at night.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$2,960–4,630Comfortable, one person · EC$8,000–12,500Details
- Value for money11/100Better value than 10% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJan–MayWarmest: Sep, 29°CDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableMains water is treated and generally safe in the south; bottled water is common after heavy rain or in some villages.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–111Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundMinibusYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards work in hotels and most restaurants; carry EC dollars for minibuses, markets and small shops.Details
Where to stay in Grenada
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Grand Anse | Beach resorts, restaurants and walkable first-timer base |
| True Blue and Lance aux Epines | Students and long stays near the university and marinas |
| St. George's | Colourful harbour town, markets and forts |
| Woburn and Calivigny | Quiet residential area with villas on the south coast |
Apps that work in Grenada
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Taxis: No ride-hailing apps. Use set-rate taxis or minibuses, and ask your host to book rides.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Grenada.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards work in hotels and most restaurants; carry EC dollars for minibuses, markets and small shops. US dollars are often accepted at rounded rates.
- Currency: Dollar (XCD). US$1 ≈ EC$2.70 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs in St George's, Grand Anse and Spice Island Mall; local fee plus your bank's.
- Tipping: A 10% service charge is often added; if not, tip 10–15%. Tip guides and taxi drivers a few dollars.
- Paying by phone: Contactless cards work in bigger places; Apple Pay and Google Pay are patchy.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Passport must be valid 6 months beyond arrival.
- A yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
- Overstaying or working without a permit is illegal.
Emergency numbers
Police 911 · Ambulance 434 · Fire 911 · All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type G · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Digicel and Flow prepaid SIMs from airport kiosks and shops with passport; a few weeks of data cost roughly US$15–30. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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