Experience authentic Grenada at the Mount Cinnamon Beach & Wellness Resort

The resort town car was climbing a steep hill towards our suites, an angle worth remarking on, “lives up to the name, doesn’t it?” our driver remarked. The highest point of Mount Cinnamon reaches 344 feet, with each turn, the Caribbean Sea opens up through the palm leaves, turquoise waters looking like a silk sheet. If you spend any time on the Spice Island, Mount Cinnamon will surely come up in conversations. Set at the top of the island’s favourite beach, Grand Anse, the resort is well known among locals as a dining destination.

The rooms at the top offer a gasp-worthy view through picture windows, a floor-to-ceiling screensaver complete with ASMR storm sounds if you visit during the rainy season. The brief Grenadian sunset rolls in from the South-West, painting the sky Apperol orange, a nightly performance many choose to enjoy from the beach (or the beach bar).

The resort was built in the 1970s but has seen a few ownership changes and undergone a number of major renovations. The most recent updates brought a more subtle, Mediterranean look and feel to the space, with blue tiles and mixed pastels. The property continues to the beach with an allée path cutting through the grand lawn, lit up with torches at night. From this vantage point, you can see the hotel’s terracotta roofs cascading down the hill between the tropical greenery, a postcard view.

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All images by Kateryna Topol.

Beach and Savvy beach cabana restaurant at Mount Cinnamon, Grenada.

Flying Fish restaurant at Mount Cinnamon, Grenada.

The vibe & Shared spaces 

The rooms are spread out across the property, creating a sense of privacy at each level of the resort. The restaurant and pool are located on the street level. Past the desk, my eye is immediately drawn to the tiled pool with a petite island in the centre, accented by a flower wall with a small waterfall. A few tables are nested at the top in front of the bar. To the left is a sitting area with a grand piano and the Flying Fish restaurant. The restaurant’s garden terrace, mostly surrounded by tropical plants, frames a sneak peek of the sea view.

Tucked away in the corner by the pool is a small retail shop showcasing a curated collection of goods by local producers – clothing, skincare, jewellery, and of course, spices. “The plan is to also serve coffee in here soon,” assistant general manager Laura Mutti shared. During the day, this space is quiet, most people wander down to the beach. The grand lawn is not all decorative, much of it is used for outdoor games – volleyball, shuffleboard, cornhole, croquet, ping pong – lots to choose from. For the more serious wellness and fitness guests, Mount Cinnamon has a fairly spacious gym and a large tennis court.

All beaches in Grenada are public, but even looking at the long stretch of Grand Anse Beach, it does not look crowded. Hotel staff set up sunbeds and umbrellas as needed, keeping the space clear of clutter. Folks spend entire days on the beach, sunbathing, napping, reading, and searching for squid families out in the sea with a snorkel.

Inside the Suite

There is a total of 36 rooms at Mount Cinnamon, some are suites, some are villas. All accomodations, surrounded by tropical gardens, have a veranda and a covered porch, sitting rooms, and all necessary amenities and toiletries. Nightly turndown service and daily breakfast are included in all room rates.

The entry-level room is the new one-bedroom Cinnamon suite. This spacious room has a full closet, a large bathroom with a shower, a scenic balcony, and a seating area with a sofa. Hacienda suites are 1,000+ sq ft with seperate living room, bedroom, and kitchen area with a full-size Smeg fridge. This room, and all rooms above it, have an on-suite washer-dryer; you can literally make this your home for an extended period of time.

For bigger groups, Mount Cinnamon offers Luxury villas (2-8 guests), a Poolside Two-bedroom Garden suite (4 guests), and the ultimate Caribbean luxury, Cinnamon Heights villa. This 6,000 sq ft villa accommodates 8 guests, has two sea-view terraces, multiple rooms and bathrooms, a private pool, an outdoor jacuzzi tub, and an indoor garage.

Window view from the Cinnamon Suite, Mount Cinnamon Beach & Wellness Resort.

One of the Hacienda suites, Mount Cinnamon, each room has a slightly different layout and decor.

Dinning & Entertainment

The hotel has a sustainable private garden growing herbs and vegetables for the kitchen. The garden initiative is three years old and was one of the major drivers for the hotel’s Green Globe Certification. Cared for by groundskeeper Mr Lincoln, this mini farm grows salad greens, peppers, vegetables, fruits, and a rich selection of herbs.

The menus are an inspired mix of traditional Caribbean and West Indian fare. Breakfast and dinner are served at the Flying Fish restaurant, located on the street level of the property. Starting the day with a fresh breakfast, surrounded by a tropical garden, is a dream come true. Lunch and some dinners are served at the beach cabana, Savvy. Though a casual spot during the day, in the evening, Savyy turns into a hotspot for guests and locals alike, often dressed up for the meal.

Weekly events include an afternoon DJ session, complimentary sunset and morning yoga, bonfire beach dinner, taco and tapas themed dinner, and weekly social hour at the pool bar. Guests can also opt for private experiences like rum tastings, chef-guided lunch demos, and coursed chef tasting dinner.

Mount Cinnamon groundskeeper Mr Lincoln giving a tour of the resort’s vegetable and herb garden.

What to do nearby

Many of the island activities can be accessed directly from the resort or the beach. The Mount Cinnamon team can assist you with non-motorised spots, like kayaking and paddleboarding, or book you in for a diving lesson. The resort is also conveniently located for day excursions. Here are a few to consider.

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