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Royalton Grenada, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Magazine Beach, Grenada

3.7(896 reviews)

FamilyMarriott

Royalton Grenada carries Marriott's Autograph Collection flag on a modern, all-ages property on Tamarind Bay, set across two white-sand beaches just five minutes from the island's airport. It prices as a mid-to-upper all-inclusive rather than a top-tier luxury one, and that framing matters, because the brand promises more polish than the day-to-day service always delivers. Grenada's coastline isn't overrun with mega-resorts and the island's laid-back pace is one of the best reasons to come. With 269 rooms, four restaurants, eight bars and three pools, there is enough variety to fill a week without feeling trapped, and the entertainment team keeps the energy up without being overbearing.

Traveler Insights

Pros

+Set on two white-sand beaches on Tamarind Bay with Magazine Beach a short walk away, and only about five minutes from Maurice Bishop International Airport, so you can be in the sea within an hour of landing
+Four restaurants covering Italian, Indian, French and international food at the Gourmet Marché buffet, which has its own kids buffet, plus 24-hour room service included and ordered by TV, phone or app
+Eight bars for 269 rooms is unusually generous, with swim-up bars at the pools and drinks delivered to your beach lounger
+Nightly entertainment with live music, themed shows and beach parties including the resort's White Party, and the entertainment team gets specific praise for keeping it fun rather than forced
+Genuinely family-ready: the Clubhouse kids club runs supervised activities for ages 4 to 12 at no extra cost, there is a dedicated kids pool and splash pad, and one child and one teen stay free in select family suites
+Diamond Club butler service earns strong reviews for handling restaurant reservations, special-occasion setups and personal requests, with its own lounge, private pool and beach area
+Grenada itself is a major advantage: quieter than Jamaica or Cancún, with spice plantations, Grand Etang rainforest, Annandale Falls and the Underwater Sculpture Park all within easy reach

Cons

−Service quality varies noticeably between departments, with some areas excellent and others falling short, particularly during busy periods
−Top-shelf spirits sit with Diamond Club, whose lounge and designated bars pour premium labels, while the general bars serve unlimited local spirits, and guests outside the club are often surprised by the difference
−The Diamond Club tier creates a noticeable two-tier experience, with its own pool, beach area, bars and breakfast venue that standard guests cannot use
−Room service is included around the clock, but food that arrives in the room is a step down from what the restaurants serve
−Towel availability at the pools has come up repeatedly in guest reviews as a recurring management issue
−Maintenance issues in some rooms have been flagged, with guests reporting repairs that were not addressed quickly
−Grenada has fewer direct flights than the big Caribbean hubs, so many travelers from the US connect on the way in

The dining program is a legitimate strength. Italian, Indian, French and an international buffet with a kids buffet in one property is good range for the Caribbean, and guests who tried several restaurants generally came away satisfied. Room service is included 24 hours a day, though it works better as a convenience than as a dining option. The bars pour unlimited local spirits and beer, the minibar is restocked daily with beer, soft drinks and water, and tips are included. Premium labels are a Diamond Club perk, served in its lounge and at its designated bars, along with butler service, a private pool and a secluded beach area. Days run on kayaks, non-motorized water sports, beach volleyball, tennis and included Royalton Fit classes such as yoga, bootcamps and aqua-fitness, and The Royal Spa is on site.

This resort makes the most sense for families who want a real beach with meaningful activity variety, and for couples who want the Grenada experience with resort infrastructure behind them. It competes directly with Sandals Grenada, which it beats on family-friendliness but may trail on couples-only polish. Travelers weighing an upgrade should know that much of the premium experience lives in Diamond Club, and standard rooms and areas tell a plainer story than the brochure. Off property, Grand Anse Beach, St. George's spice market, the River Antoine rum distillery and the Gouyave Friday fish fry are all worth leaving the resort for.

Common Questions

How does Royalton Grenada compare to Sandals Grenada?

Sandals is adults-only and couples-focused, with a tighter, more polished couples product. Royalton welcomes all ages, has a kids club, kids pool and splash pad, and offers four restaurants and eight bars. Couples without children often lean toward Sandals for the exclusivity, while families and mixed groups will find Royalton far more accommodating.

Is the Diamond Club upgrade worth the extra cost?

For many guests it is, if you value a quieter pool and beach area, a personal butler, a private lounge with top-shelf spirits and a separate breakfast venue. The gap matters more here because premium labels are a Diamond Club perk while the general bars pour local spirits. On a short stay of three or four nights, the premium is harder to justify, so compare the upgrade price against what you would actually use.

What is there to do on Grenada outside the resort?

Grenada is known as the Spice Isle. Popular trips include Grand Etang National Park's rainforest hikes, Annandale Falls, the Underwater Sculpture Park in Molinière Bay for snorkelers and divers, St. George's colorful spice market and the River Antoine rum distillery. The fishing village of Gouyave hosts a Friday night fish fry that guests often call a highlight, and the resort's tour desk can arrange most of these.

Is Royalton Grenada good for families with young children?

Yes. The Clubhouse kids club runs supervised activities for ages 4 to 12 at no extra cost, from arts and crafts to an outdoor playground, and there is a kids pool with a splash pad and a kids buffet at Gourmet Marché. One child and one teen stay free in select family suites such as the Family, Presidential and Chairman suites. Teens may find the activity mix thin, though the pools and beach fill the gap.

How difficult is it to get to Grenada?

Harder than Jamaica or the Dominican Republic. Maurice Bishop International Airport has a handful of direct routes, including from Miami and New York, and many travelers connect through Barbados or San Juan. The upside is that the resort is only about five minutes from the airport once you land, and the extra effort is part of why Grenada stays less crowded.

What are the pools like and are chairs hard to get?

There are three pools with swim-up bars, including one that blends into the ocean view, plus a kids pool and a private pool for Diamond Club guests. Guests on the standard tier generally find the shared pools comfortable rather than packed, though towel availability has been a recurring complaint. None of them are the architectural showpieces of a Punta Cana or Cancún mega-resort, which rarely bothers beach-focused travelers.

Restaurants (4)

Type	Restaurants
Buffet	Gourmet Marché
Italian	Grazie Italian Trattoria
French	Ma Maison
Indian	Taj

From the resort's own dining pages. Only restaurants the resort lists are shown. All are covered by the all-inclusive rate, per the resort.

What's nearby

Grand Anse Beach
7 min drive · 3.2 mi
Snorkel trip to the Underwater Sculpture Park
7 min drive · 3.2 mi
Morne Rouge (BBC) Beach
10 min drive · 3.9 mi
St. George's and the Carenage
11 min drive · 5.5 mi
Fort George
14 min drive · 6.5 mi
Fort Frederick
14 min drive · 6.8 mi

More things to do (23)

Magazine Beach · beach3 min drive · 0.7 mi
Clarke's Court Rum Distillery · historic site8 min drive · 4.1 mi
Prickly Bay Marina · marina10 min drive · 3.0 mi
Grenada Golf Club · golf10 min drive · 4.1 mi
Port Louis Marina · marina11 min drive · 4.8 mi
Grenada National Museum · museum12 min drive · 6.0 mi
Laura Herb and Spice Garden · nature20 min drive · 11 mi
La Sagesse Beach · beach25 min drive · 12 mi
Annandale Falls · nature25 min drive · 9.9 mi
Grand Etang National Park · nature25 min drive · 12 mi
Concord Falls · nature35 min drive · 15 mi
Gouyave (Nutmeg Station and Friday Fish Fry) · town35 min drive · 19 mi
Mount Carmel Falls · nature35 min drive · 20 mi
Grenville · town35 min drive · 19 mi
Seven Sisters Falls · nature40 min drive · 14 mi
Belmont Estate · historic site45 min drive · 24 mi
Grenada Chocolate Factory · historic site50 min drive · 25 mi
River Antoine Rum Distillery · historic site50 min drive · 25 mi
Lake Antoine · nature50 min drive · 26 mi
Sauteurs · town50 min drive · 30 mi
Leapers Hill (Carib's Leap) · viewpoint50 min drive · 30 mi
Bathway Beach · beach55 min drive · 29 mi
Levera Beach · beach55 min drive · 30 mi

Amenities

Fishing

Yoga Classes

Diving

Kids Club

Swim-Up Bar

Snorkeling

Room Service

Water Sports Rentals

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Free Wi-Fi

Nightly Entertainment

Buffet Dining

Spa

Gym

Beach

Style & Rooms

Room upgrades

Family SuiteDiamond Club

Seaweed & sargassum

Grenada gets sargassum, typically worst May through July on the east coast; the southwest resort beaches see only occasional light patches.See the month-by-month guide →

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Google Reviews★ 3.7 · 896 reviews

Dan M.

a month ago

“A Beautiful Escape with One Notable Drawback The gardens at this hotel are absolutely stunning — lush, well-maintained, and perfect for peaceful morning walks or quiet afternoons surrounded by nature. It truly feels like a retreat. The beach is gor...”