How to Find Cheap Hotels in Saint George, Grenada

Saint George is surrounded by the beauty of the island of Grenada, which features lush rainforests, mountain lakes, cascading rivers and tall volcanoes. Of course, you will also find many beautiful beaches with pristine, sugar-fine white sand and in some places, black sand.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Debit/credit card to reserve accommodations
• Computer with Internet access

Gain Local Knowledge

1. Carry the local currency, the Eastern Caribbean Dollar.
2. Use a voltage transformer to operate 110-volt items from the U.S with the 220-volts found in accommodations in Saint George, Grenada.
3. Change into semi-formal clothes in the evenings when traveling along the streets or going to stores and restaurants.
4. Use cash or traveler's checks to pay for items. Credit cards are accepted by some hotels and shops but not all.
5. Drink water from the tap without any second thoughts.

Travel to Saint George, Grenada

6. Fly into the Point Salines International Airport on the southwestern tip of Grenada. Direct flights are available only through British Airways, BWIA and American Airlines.
7. Obtain a local driving permit for $30 when you show a current driver's license. You'll need one if renting a car.

Choose Your Accommodations

8. To book accommodations, contact Grenada Board of Tourism at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
9. Find a cheap room in Saint George for as little as $50 per night in a two-star level hotel.
10. Splurge a little for a classy room. Nicer hotel accommodations start at approximately $150 per night.
11. Stay on the beach cheap for around $75 per night at a resort.

Enjoy Your Stay in Grenada

12. Hike the trails of the Grand Etang Lake and Forest Reserve. You can climb the mountains, see the rainforest and experience the lake.
13. Follow the Seven Sisters Trail to view wonderful waterfalls during a three-hour walk.
14. Explore Levera National Park for scenic beaches, local birds and marine life, including a hatchery for sea turtles.
15. Go to the Market Square to enjoy local parades, fairs, festivals and local life.
16. Strap on scuba gear and dive into area waters to explore the coral and marine life for cheap. Prices start at $40 for a 1-tank dive.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember the 8 percent government tax at hotels and restaurants and the additional 10 percent service charge many of these places add to your bill.
• U.S. citizens do not have to procure a visa to go to Grenada.
• Be sure to have sandals on your feet or some other protection when walking on black sand, because it can be considerably hotter than white sand.