GRENADA IN A NUTSHELL
The fragrant scents of nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and ginger rarely leave you in this sleepy ‘Spice Island of the Caribbean’. With a handful of excellent hotels and restaurants which ooze with charm, Grenada is wonderfully laid-back and the perfect setting for some serious battery re-charging! The palm-fringed beaches are glorious but so too is the backdrop of lush rainforests, waterfalls, plantations, lakes and one of the region's prettiest harbours, St George's. Grenada really is one of the most diverse of the Caribbean islands. Dance to local Calypso bands on Bathway Beach on a public holiday (the beach is otherwise fabulously deserted); or take the hydrofoil across to the sister island of Carriacou for some scuba-diving or snorkelling.
CARIBTOURS' PERSONAL VIEW
Many of us have enjoyed the odd evening simply "liming" (hanging out Grenada style) at The Nutmeg on The Carenage. Fiona was especially taken with the Grand Etang National Park and Forest Reserve: "It's a taste of unspoiled tropical beauty – and I like the fact you can choose to explore at your own pace – with strenuous hikes or gentle walks to choose from".
DID YOU KNOW...?
"Black gold" in Grenada refers to nutmeg which grows prolifically throughout the island – Grenada is the second largest producer of nutmeg in the world.
Calabash has a deserved reputation for good food and fine wines with a relaxing and congenial atmosphere.
The opening of the new Rhodes restaurant in November 2003 is a particularly exciting development and has further enhanced Calabash’s reputation for the finest dining in Grenada.
It also underscores the ongoing investment made in the resort by its owner, Leo Garbutt and General Manager, Clive Barnes.
Delightful extra touches include breakfast served on your private patio, evening canapés delivered to your suite and chilled fresh fruit served on the beach.
The Thorneycroft Suite is one of our favourites, not least its huge bathroom and beautiful pool which is an extension of the living room.
LOCATION
Set in gardens behind a sheltered sand beach in Prickley Bay, 5 miles from the capital of St George’s and 10 minutes from the airport.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Hotel closed 16 August - 26 September.
Minimum stay 7 nights during February; children are not permitted throughout February.
Facilities
Rhodes restaurant under the direction of Chef David Marshall and overseen by celebrity chef Gary Rhodes, Jefferson’s beach bar and grill, pool and complimentary use of the tennis court, snooker room, shuffleboard, fitness room, non-motorised watersports and green fees at the Grenada Golf Club.
Calabash also offers afternoon tea and a weekly Manager’s Cocktail Party.
We highly recommend the quality of treatments offered at the Aromatherapy and Reflexology Centre.
Hotel is suitable for
Children
Adults only
Accommodation
30 suites in ten two-storey cottages set in a horseshoe with views of the gardens, leading to the beach.
Each has air-conditioning, ceiling fan, CD player, tea/coffee facilities and a terrace or balcony – some have a separate lounge area.
Whirlpool Suites and the more spacious Superior Suites have a whirlpool bath. Pool Suites also boast a private plunge pool whilst the delightful Thorneycroft Suite features a private pool, balcony, marble tiled bathroom and dressing area as well as its own kitchen.
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Calabash- Grenada
