New Radisson Opens in Grenada

By: - December 19th, 2013

Above: the new Radisson Grenada Beach Resort

By the Caribbean Journal staff

The new Radisson Grenada Beach Resort has opened on Grenada’s Grand Anse Beach, parent company Carlton Rezidor announced.

The property, which officially opened this week, is set on a 20-acre site on the beach.

“The opening of this fantastic beachfront resort reinforces our commitment to enhance the brand’s portfolio and further expand our presence in resort destinations throughout the Americas,” said Javier Rosenberg, chief operating officer, Radisson, in a statement.

The resort has a fitness centre, a 5,100-square-foot ballroom, complimentary wi-fi, two tennis courts and a pair of swimming pools, among other amenities.

It has four on-site dining options: the poolside oasis grill, all-day dining restaurant Tradewinds, the Pineapple Lounge and the Sunset Beach Bar.

It is located on the site of the former Grenada Grand Beach Resort.

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