4 Best Hotels in Grenada

Definitely off the beaten path and in a truly natural environment, Cabier Ocean Lodge is a combination guesthouse, restaurant/bar, petting zoo, and donkey ranch—all on a remote point of land high above the sea on Grenada's windward (eastern) coast. Guests have the run of the property, which extends down to secluded, reef-protected Cabier Beach and inland to the main road (about a 15-minute hike). Snooze in a hammock, rest and reflect on the beach, take a nature walk, participate in a creole or French cooking workshop. Rooms in the lodge itself surround a little zoo with rescued animals: a monkey, possum, armadillo, manicou, birds, and other small creatures; goats and donkeys roam the hillside. Several rooms have kitchenettes. Two villa units—with full kitchens, broad terraces, and a private infinity-edge pool—are especially suitable for families. This is a paradise for hikers, bird-watchers, and naturalists, while families enjoy the truly relaxed environment. The restaurant serves excellent cuisine and draws patrons from beyond the premises for both lunch (and the view) and dinner.

You're guaranteed beautiful views of Hillsborough Bay and the offshore cays at this small inn, which is the perfect location for a scuba-diving, snorkeling, or beachcombing vacation. Created by a Swedish family, Green Roof has just five rooms—three have private showers, two others share—and two cottages, as well as a restaurant and bar. All guest accommodations are individually decorated with richly painted walls and pure white fabrics, and all have access to a verandah and cooling sea breezes. Beds are draped with mosquito netting, which comes in very handy.

Secluded on La Sagesse Bay, this country inn boasts its own restaurant and beach bar, along with a salt-pond bird sanctuary, thick mangroves, nature trails, and ½ mile (¾ km) of palm-lined beach—one of the prettiest beaches in the entire Caribbean. Five large guest rooms are in the historic manor house; a nearby beach cottage has two rooms; and a more modern beachfront building has two rooms and three suites, two of which are duplex. Only one room (in the manor house) has air-conditioning. All accommodations are within 30 feet of the beach, and all except those in the manor house have screened verandahs. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings, but you'll probably want to rent a car.

Located in Sanchez, this guest house offers visitors a home-away-from-home experience that is complemented by the simplistic, authentic island lifestyle. Each room is named after the island's cultural festivals and events such as Regatta, Maroon, and Saraca. The self-contained apartment is also available to visitors interested in an independent living experience.