Spice Island Beach Resort

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. Read less

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! Read less

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. Read less

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 👍. Read less

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! Read less