Grenada, the 'Spice Isle' of the Caribbean, captivates visitors with its pristine beaches, world-famous underwater sculpture park, and lush rainforests. This tri-island nation offers authentic Caribbean culture, aromatic spice plantations, and some of the region's most spectacular diving and snorkeling experiences.
Local currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD/EC$). USD is widely accepted at approximately EC$2.70 = US$1.
Daily budget by traveller style
Typical per-person daily spend in Grenada.
Cost breakdown
Typical price ranges across major spending categories.
Accommodation
- Hostel
- $25 (dorm at Lazy Lagoon Carriacou)
- Budget
- $50-80 (guesthouse/self-catering)
- Midrange
- $150-280 (resort or boutique hotel)
- Luxury
- $500-1,400+ (Spice Island, Silversands, Sandals)
Food
- Street
- $5-10 (roti, bake, fish fry stall)
- Local
- $12-20 (local restaurant, market),
- Midrange
- $25-45 (tourist restaurant, seafood)
- Fine
- $70-150+ (Rhodes, Savvy, La Belle Creole)
Transport
- Bus
- $1-2.50 USD (minibus to any town)
- Taxi
- $10-25 (within Grand Anse to St. George's area)
- Airport
- $15-25 (Grand Anse or St. George's)
- Daytrip
- $100-140 (taxi for full-day island circuit), $50-70 (car rental)
Activities
- Museum
- $5 (National Museum)
- Sites
- $5-10 (forts and estates)
- Tour
- $45-75 (snorkel tour, waterfall hike)
- Excursion
- $65-120 (Carriacou ferry day trip, full-day sailing)
Trip budgets by length
What a typical trip to Grenada costs end-to-end.
Budget traveller
$350-500/week (hostel/guesthouse, local food, buses)
Midrange traveller
$1,050-1,750/week (mid-range hotel, mix of restaurants)
Luxury traveller
$2,800-7,000+/week (luxury resort all-inclusive)
Money-saving tips
Practical ways to stretch your budget further.
Take local minibuses everywhere — EC$2.50-6 ($1-2.50 USD) versus $10-25 per taxi ride adds up enormously over a week
Eat at Esplanade Food Court and local market stalls for authentic Grenadian food at prices locals pay — $6-10 per meal versus $25-40 at tourist restaurants
Rent a car for 2-3 days to see the whole island rather than paying for multiple taxis — $50-70/day gets you to waterfalls, spice country, and beaches independently
Book accommodation with a kitchenette — buying groceries at Foodland supermarket for some meals saves significantly compared to eating out for every meal
The Gouyave Fish Fry is great value — fill up on fresh fish, lobster, and sides for $15-25 including a cold beer versus $35-50 at a restaurant
Free things to do
Memorable experiences that cost nothing.
Grand Anse Beach
Grenada's most famous 2-mile beach is completely free to access. Spend the day swimming, walking, and watching sunsets with no entry fee — just the cost of what you choose to eat or drink.
Fort George
Walk up to this historic 18th-century fort above St. George's for spectacular harbor views. Open access with a small voluntary donation box — one of the best panoramas in the Caribbean for free.
St. George's Carenage Walk
Stroll along the picturesque Georgian harbourfront taking in the colorful architecture, watch boats come and go, and explore the historic town of St. George's — entirely free.
Market Square Saturday Morning
Experience the vibrant Saturday market in St. George's for a free cultural immersion. Browse local produce, spices, and tropical fruits with no entry fee — spending is optional.
Levera National Park Coastal Walk
Walk the dramatic Atlantic coastline and beaches at Levera National Park in the far north. Small park entrance fee may apply but beach access is free. Spectacular scenery and sea turtle nesting area.
St. George's Town Walking Tour (Self-guided)
Walk through the colorful capital taking in Georgian colonial architecture, the Carenage, Market Square, and historic churches using a free map from the Tourism Authority.