Budget-friendly hostel-style accommodation on Petite Anse, Carriacou, offering dorm beds and private rooms with hammocks overlooking the sea. Solar-powered property embodies eco-conscious travel. Great base for exploring Carriacou, Sandy Island, and the outer islands. Kitchen facilities allow self-catering.
Lazy Lagoon is a solar-powered budget accommodation at Petite Anse on the southwestern coast of Carriacou, Grenada's largest sister island. Set on a hillside above the sea, the property offers dormitory beds and private rooms in a simple, eco-conscious setting, making it one of the most affordable overnight options on an island where choices are limited and the pace is markedly slower than on Grenada's main island.
The property operates on an off-grid philosophy: solar panels power the electricity, and the communal kitchen makes use of fresh produce sourced from village markets in Hillsborough, Carriacou's main town a short drive to the north. Hammocks hang throughout the shaded outdoor areas, providing easy spots to read or watch the sea. Kayaks are available for hire to explore the sheltered coastline and nearby coves. The communal kitchen allows full self-catering for guests preferring to prepare their own food.
Carriacou is a fundamentally different proposition from Grenada's main island: smaller, quieter, with little mass tourism infrastructure and a strong traditional boat-building culture centred in the village of Windward to the north. Sandy Island — a tiny uninhabited sand bar with exceptional clarity and snorkelling — is accessible by water taxi from Hillsborough and is one of the most photographed day-trip destinations in the southern Caribbean. Petit Martinique and other islets in the Grenadines chain are also reachable by local boat from Hillsborough.
The ferry from Grenada's Carenage harbour in St. George's to Hillsborough runs daily, with the crossing taking approximately 90 minutes to three hours depending on the vessel. Light aircraft flights from Maurice Bishop International Airport cover the same distance in under 20 minutes. Lazy Lagoon is best suited to budget travellers, backpackers, and those seeking a genuinely uncommercialised Caribbean experience away from resort infrastructure.
Amenities
- dorm beds
- private rooms
- hammocks
- sea views
- kitchen access
- solar powered
- kayak rental
Location
Petite Anse, Carriacou, Grenada
12.4722, -61.4439 View on map
Highlights
- Solar-powered off-grid accommodation on Carriacou, the most peaceful of Grenada's three inhabited islands
- Sea views from hillside hammocks and terraces at Petite Anse
- Affordable dormitory beds and private rooms among Carriacou's most budget-friendly options
- Excellent base for Sandy Island day trips, scuba diving, and exploring Carriacou's boat-building villages
- Kayak hire available for independent coastal exploration along Petite Anse's sheltered shoreline
Tips for visiting
- The Osprey Lines high-speed ferry from St. George's Carenage to Hillsborough runs approximately three times daily — book tickets in advance during high season
- Sandy Island day trips by water taxi depart from Hillsborough; the island has no facilities so carry water, food, and sunscreen
- Petite Anse is accessible on foot from the property and suitable for swimming when seas are calm
- Hillsborough's Saturday market is the best place to stock up on fresh produce for self-catering in the communal kitchen
- Carriacou is considerably drier than mainland Grenada — carry extra water, particularly for day trips to the beaches and Sandy Island
Accessibility
Lazy Lagoon is set on a hillside with uneven terrain, steps, and unpaved outdoor surfaces throughout the grounds. The property is not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with significant mobility limitations. No adapted facilities exist. The ferry journey from Grenada's main island also involves boarding a vessel from a harbour jetty, which may present challenges for some guests.
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Frequently asked questions
How do guests travel from Grenada's main island to Lazy Lagoon?
The Osprey Lines ferry connects St. George's Carenage to Hillsborough, Carriacou, with a journey of approximately 90 minutes to three hours depending on the service. Light aircraft flights take under 20 minutes. Lazy Lagoon is reachable from Hillsborough by local taxi or bus.
Are private rooms available as well as dormitories?
Yes. Lazy Lagoon offers both dormitory beds and private rooms. Private rooms cost more but remain among the most affordable overnight options on Carriacou.
What activities can guests do from Lazy Lagoon?
Kayaking is available for hire on site. Sandy Island, one of the Caribbean's most-photographed sand-bar islets, is a popular water-taxi day trip from Hillsborough. Scuba diving operators in Hillsborough offer courses and guided dives. The boat-building village of Windward and Carriacou's hilltop views are accessible by local transport.
Is there a restaurant at the property?
The property does not run a full restaurant. A communal kitchen is available for self-catering, and fresh produce is easily sourced from Hillsborough market and local shops.
Is Carriacou suitable for first-time visitors to Grenada?
Carriacou rewards travellers who enjoy a slower, less-developed Caribbean pace. It lacks the resort amenities of Grenada's main island, but offers natural environments, a distinct local culture, and genuine tranquillity. Most visitors combine a stay on Carriacou with time on the main island.