My wife and I returned a week ago from our first ever visit to Grenada and the Rex resort in St. Georges. It was a absolutly wonderful week. The resort was very much to our liking, even though we mainly stay at adults only resorts. We flew with AC Vacations and although we had a few issues with the flight from YYX to YYC I'll not go into that as its NOT the resorts issue
Check-in; Smooth. No major problems. As there were only a few guests checking in it went smooth
What can I say. We upgraded at the resort to a beachfront from Hillside and are so glad we did. What a view every morning. Sunsets every evening. Waves lulling you asleep each nice. Maids did a fabulous job of keeping the room spotless
Beach; Stuuning, even though in most spots you have to cross a shelp of rock to get into the ocean. It can be tricky at times if your not careful. The ocean was quite rough while we were there. We were told this is normal for this time of year. If you venture to the other beach it is less rocky but busier. It was very hot while we were there. Thank goodness for the wind, it helped keep you cool. As the resort was less than 50% full there was NO problem getting a chair
Food; It was quite good. I think if you were there for more than a week it could become repeticious, but as we were only a week we enjoyed the different selection at the buffet nightly. The resort has only 3 resturants. The Cinammon, which is the main buffet for breakfast and dinner. At breakfast you must reserve your time for your evening dinner. Twice weekly they move the dinner buffet to Spicers Bistro at the pool. Nice change of pace. Men are REQUIRED to wear long pants and collared shirts for dinner, except at Spicers where its casual. Spicers Bistro is the lunch buffet. Nice selection of items including hamburgers and sandwiches, as well as hot meals. There is tea in the afternoon at 4 pm with finger foods, coffee, tea, etc. There is a al a carte but you must pay for this one. Its a Oreintal/Thai place. Never went
Entertainment; There is NO animation team here. There is a show each night except Sunday. Normally its local musicians and band. Its a nice change
Staff; What can one say about these people. They are truly what makes the Rex what it is. There is NOT a staff member that doesn't offer a hello to each guest as you pass by. Tips are welcome if you feel someone has done a exception service for you, but are certainly NOT expected
Tours; We did one with our provider. It was called the Spice island tour. It was pretty good, event though the rep told us things we would see but never did. Next time I'd do local. Never ventured into St. Georges but will next time. Heard it was well worth the effort.
Thats pretty much it boys and girls. Remember the Rex is a family resort. Clientel is mainly British. We had a fabulous vacation in Grenada. Thanks to all who made it so. We definetaly will be back. Any questions please ask
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Every evening they had some local music group
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Lyn from Ontario >
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Oct, 2009
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Arrival: Jan 09
A large resort with a nice pond, wildlife. A bit of a drive from town but very quiet for the most part.
Taxis or buses are available just check the prices before you get in We found the bus (van) will charge anywhere from 2.50 EC to 10EC pp depending on the driver into Grand Anse more to St Georges
Rooms:
Rooms were large and well maintained, Bright they had a nice size safe in the room to store your valuables. A small fridge, lot of storage for clothes, TV & A/C If you have mobility issues take a beach front room the sea view rooms have many stairs to reach them & no elevators
Restaurants and Bars:
We took the All inclusive package which was good because prices for eating out in Grenada is very expensive. They had a good variety of dishes They have a strange set up for dinner you must make a reservation for 1st or 2nd seating ...be sure to do this for the whole week when you arrive They had a nice buffet area screened in also a buffet at the pool area for lunch & occasional dinner They have a couple of bars and serve afternoon tea in the lounge with little sandwiches, cookies & scones
Beach/Pools/Grounds:
the grounds we well kept the beach is not wide but long & open to all so you get the beach vendors every day, the pool area is separate so if you want to avoid the vendors just head up there
Activities on and off the Resort/Hotel:
Every evening they had some local music group (except Sunday)they were very good.
Tennis court on the property, water sports.
we took a tour of the island which was very good
If you like fish go to "Fish Friday" at the top of the island it is a mix of locals & tourists
Other Comments:
We took the bus into Grand Anse a few times there is a supermarket there, banks, coffee shops and a short walk to the beach.
St Georges is a busy place lots of shops & restaurants but can run you a pretty penny for some meals
Overall it is very nice place to visit.
You can drink the tap water without problems
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