Coyaba Beach Resort

We went to Coyoba for spring break, with our boys (ages 12 and 15) and it was about perfect. The resort was very nice, clean, and the location was great. Access to the beach was incredible, and the place was laid-back and quiet. Our boys had a great time. They enjoy the simplicity of being outside and enjoying nature and activities that way, and are not in need of constant entertainment. Beaches, tennis courts, pools, shuffleboard : all were great for them. The only "issue" we had was a cranky group who complained to the staff about our son feeding a stray cat on the property - but only because they thought he should "leave it alone and not hurt it." Our son is about the biggest animal lover in the world, and even volunteers at a cat shelter. We heard the same group later complain to security about a group of college-age kids on the beach: "It's like it's spring break out there or something!" Some people.... That said, the facilities manager assured us our kids were perfectly great guests and took special care to always stop by our table or find us on the beach and see if we needed anything. Food is on par with what you would have on cruise ships. It was perfectly acceptable. (In fact, some of it was quite delicious). The all-day poolside menu (and room service) is sometimes a bit slow. Bar service was great. Without a doubt we will be back. It's the laid-back, relaxed sort of place we look for. Read less

The AI summary is just about spot on so there is no need to repeat it. The hotel attracts retired Brits which make up probably more than 75% of the guests. It is not really a hotel for children. A large number of people have been previously, some up to seven times, which says a lot about how people feel about the hotel. Special mention for David, the hotel trip organiser, who will tailor make your trips for you by taxi even arranging for taxi drivers he knows with similar interests to yours (eg birds). Better value than the group tours. Also special mention for the Sunday evening singer, much better than the average hotel singer by a mile and would not be out of place at Glastonbury with her amazing voice. Any talent spotters out there? Read less

We have just returned from a superb 10 day stay at the Coyoba Beach Resort booked through British Airways holidays. For us, the highlights of our stay were the location directly on the beautiful Grand Anse beach, the warm, friendly and attentive staff and the spacious and quiet gardens with plenty of shade closer to the beach. The hotel is around 2 miles from the airport so we arrived within an hour of landing. We had a friendly welcome at reception who gave us a brief description of how things worked and we were then shown to our room quickly. The reception staff we always friendly and helpful. In this hotel there seemed to be more sunbeds than guests so no 530am rush to put towels on sunbeds. If you wanted the staff would take sunbeds out onto the beach for you or you could find them in the gardens next to the beach either in the sun or in the shade under the many trees. The beach was beautiful, clean and uncrowded, it was quite steeply shelving as you entered the water and became deep fairly quickly so was great for swimming. There was a bar in the gardens next to the beach which served a wide range of drinks. There was a small pool with a swim up bar further back from the beach but this was very quiet as most people preferred the beach and adjacent gardens. We booked a superior sea-view room on the first floor in one of 8 ten room blocks. The room was spacious with effective and easy to use air conditioning and a ceiling fan. There was a comfortable queen size bed, a table with two chairs and a good amount of storage space in the wardrobes and a chest of drawers. There was a safe, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer, iron/ironing board and plenty of plugs. The bathroom had an easy-to-use walk-in shower with toiletries. The housekeeping staff worked hard to keep the rooms spotlessly clean and tidy. There are two restaurants the main Arawakabana restaurant which servers a buffet breakfast with a fair variety of food and an omelette cooking station. For lunch there is a fairly extensive la carte menu with buffets every few days. For the evening meal there is a fixed a la carte menu plus a buffet 2-3 days a week, other days there are additional a la carte dishes that vary day to day. The less formal Carbet restaurant next to the pool offers the same menu for lunch and dinner but no buffet. The quality of the food is good and there is overall a good choice and variety. Service is very good, attentive and friendly with plenty of happy and well-motivated staff. Overall, the hotel and grounds felt uncrowded with a fairly quiet and relaxed ambiance. At the time of year, we went (outside of the school holidays) most of the guests were British couples aged 50 plus with a small number of families and some American guests. The general atmosphere was friendly and we chatted with many of the other guests who were all happy with the hotel, with many repeat visitors on couple were on their 25th visit! Overall we would 100% recommend this hotel for someone who wants a relaxing break in a beautiful location with great service and food. Read less

A great location with wonderful staff who make you feel at home. Rooms are a little dated in terms of decor, however they are clean, the air con works, the beds are comfortable and the shower worked well. The gardens are well maintained and give plenty space to use a sun lounger as an alternative to the beach. The bars and restaurants are very good with plenty choice. The pool is a little small, but the swim up bar section is wonderful. You are just steps away from the white sandy beach and the warm waters of the ocean. You will have a very quiet, peaceful holiday at the Coyaba, it's not cheap but well worth it. Read less

I recently stayed at Coyaba Beach Resort in Grenada and had a truly wonderful holiday overall. If you’re looking for a smaller, relaxed, and friendly Caribbean hotel in an unbeatable location, this place delivers. 🌴 The Pros The standout feature is without question the location. Set directly on Grand Anse Beach, it’s quite literally steps from your room to the sand - like having one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches as your own back garden. The beach itself is expansive, clean, and never feels over crowded, with plenty of sunbeds and shade. Staff are always on hand to help set you up, which is a lovely touch. The resort is small and low-rise, housing around 60 rooms, surrounded by immaculately maintained tropical gardens. This creates a peaceful, intimate atmosphere, no big hotel crowds or noise here, just a calm and relaxed vibe throughout. Rooms are spacious, spotlessly clean, and very comfortable. The beds are huge, housekeeping is excellent (including evening turndown), and amenities like air conditioning, ceiling fans, and a secure safe are all provided. Everything feels well cared for. The staff really make the experience. They are abundant, genuinely friendly, and attentive, with quick service across the resort. Whether on the beach, in the restaurants, or at the bar, you’re always well looked after. Food options include two restaurants: A more formal à la carte restaurant for evenings (with dress code) A buffet for breakfast and lunch. Plus a relaxed option for casual lunches and bar food evening meals There’s also a great beach bar serving cocktails throughout the day - perfect for lazy afternoons by the sea. The location is also very convenient. You have direct access not only to the beach but also to the roadside, where there’s a shopping mall and a large supermarket. You can even walk about 25 minutes to the beautiful BBC Beach. For excursions, Coyaba is often the first pick-up and last drop-off, which is a bonus. Entertainment is low-key and enjoyable, think live singers and steel bands, finishing by around 10pm, so it never disrupts the peaceful atmosphere. A special mention for the thoughtful touches: for my birthday, the hotel arranged a cake and candle at dinner, along with a banner and flower decorations in the room. You can also book a private beach cabana for breakfast or dinner, which is a lovely extra. Water sports like kayaks, paddleboards, and Hobie Cats are included, although it’s worth noting the wind can be quite gusty, making the sea a bit choppy at times. ⚠️ The Cons There are a few minor downsides worth noting. There’s no drying rack on the balcony, which can be frustrating, especially given the windy conditions. We actually lost a few items of swimwear overnight that weren’t recovered. Occasionally, there’s a loud banging noise early in the morning, likely from ice machines, which can disturb sleep. On Sundays, a local reggae party boat anchors offshore and plays very loud music for a couple of hours in the afternoon. While the passengers don’t come ashore, the noise is intense enough to disrupt the otherwise tranquil beach and even be heard clearly from the rooms. The swimming pool is quite small and didn’t appear particularly clean, which may explain why it appeared rarely used, though with such an incredible beach, it’s not a major issue. Food is generally enjoyable but sits around average overall. It’s always warm rather than hot, and the buffet can feel repetitive over a longer stay (for example, tuna seemed to be the main fish dish most days). That said, we still enjoyed our meals. ⭐ Overall Coyaba Beach Resort is a fantastic choice if you value location, tranquillity, and friendly service over large-scale luxury. Its setting on Grand Anse Beach is hard to beat, and the small, welcoming atmosphere makes it feel special. Despite a few minor drawbacks, we had a fabulous holiday. Read less