Essentials
- City
- Grenville, Saint Andrew Parish, Grenada
- Population
- Approximately 2,400 (Greater area approx. 25,000)
- Internet Speed
- Reliable Flow and Digicel fiber; speeds up to 100 Mbps (Avg. 45 Mbps)
- Currency & Banking
- Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD); 1 USD ≈ 2.70 XCD (Fixed)
- Tap Water
- Generally safe but chlorinated; bottled water recommended for sensitive stomachs
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK standard) sockets
- SIM Card
- Digicel or Flow (Shop on Victoria Street); ~XCD 60 ($22) for 10GB monthly data
- Banking for Expats
- Republic Bank Grenada, Grenada Co-operative Bank; ATMs available on Victoria St
- Accommodation
- Local guesthouses and Airbnb; many DNs stay in St. George's and commute
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; major supermarkets accept cards, local vendors and buses are cash-only
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb listings; Moonfish Villas (Nearby coastal options)
- Budget Accommodation
- Grenville Heritage Guest House; approx. XCD 135 ($50) per night
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Main Street/Victoria Street for central access; nearby coastal Saint Andrew for views
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- North of the town center (Harford Village) for quieter residential fiber-optic access
Business
- Tax System
- Territorial/Source-based; residents taxed on worldwide income
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 28% on income over XCD 60,000
- VAT
- 15%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No
- Property Tax
- Yes, ranging from 0% (residential threshold) to 0.5% of market value
- Property Transaction Tax
- 10-15% Alien Landholding License for non-citizens; 5% transfer tax for sellers
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Digital Nomad Visa (Remote Work Grenada) offers 1-year residency; income earned abroad is generally not taxed locally
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. XCD 6,500 ($2,400) per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $96,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. XCD 4,300 ($1,600) per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $64,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. XCD 5,900 ($2,200) per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $132,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. XCD 4,000 ($1,500) per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $90,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. XCD 5,400 ($2,000) per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $160,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. XCD 3,800 ($1,400) per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $112,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 28%
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% for non-residents
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- None officially in Grenville; Hub Grenada (St. George's) is the primary island hub
- Best Cafe for Work
- Island Pride Restaurant (Victoria Street); reliable Wi-Fi and ample seating
- Networking Events
- Grenada Chamber of Industry & Commerce (GCIC) local chapter meetings
- Social Events for Expats
- Active 'Expats in Grenada' Facebook group; Friday night local fish fry gatherings
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- No apps; reliable private taxis at the Grenville Bus Terminus (approx. XCD 25-40 local)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Carib Cats (Rentals usually sourced from St. George's hubs)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Bathway Beach (15 mins drive north); stunning, protected by a natural reef
- Top Regional Airline
- interCaribbean Airways; LIAT 2020 (connecting via Maurice Bishop Int'l)
- Top International Airline
- British Airways, JetBlue, American Airlines (via GND Airport)
- Highway Access
- Eastern Main Road (Coastal) and Grand Etang Road (Cross-island mountain route)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Grenville Bus Terminus (Zone 6 & 9 buses); very active hub
- Public Transport Passes
- No passes; fixed cash fares (St. George's to Grenville: XCD 6.00 / $2.25)
- Regional Travel
- Osprey Lines Ferry (from St. George's) for travel to Carriacou and Petite Martinique
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Princess Alice Hospital (Mirabeau, 10 mins from town center)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Sankalpa Yoga Studio (Requires 45-min drive to True Blue, St. George's)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Body Image Health Club (Carravere); approx. XCD 100 ($37) per month
- Laundry Services
- Clean & Bright Laundry (Victoria Street); drop-off services available
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- KariBites (Limited coverage in Grenville, more active in south)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Oil Down (Breadfruit, salted meat, coconut milk stew); find at 'The Nutmeg Bar')
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Ital Food vendors near the market; try the veggie rotis
- Best Dessert Spots
- Local bakeries on Gladstone Road; try 'Currants Rolls' and 'Guava Cheese'
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Grenville Public Market (Fresh produce); Kalico Supermarket
- E-commerce/Online Store
- IslandShop.gd; local delivery for tech and home goods
- Grocery Delivery
- Court’s Optical/Ready Cash services occasionally facilitate essentials
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Victoria Street bars; active local rum shops like 'The Street Bar'
- Local Brewery
- West Indies Beer Co. (Brewed in Lance aux Epines, sold in local shops)
- Wine Bars
- North South Wines (Distribution center/shop near the harbor)
- Street Food Stalls
- Grenville Market stalls; Saturday mornings for fresh bakes and saltfish
- Popular International Cuisine
- New York Pizza (Grenville main road); local-style Chinese at various outlets
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Grenville Nutmeg Processing Station (Largest in the country)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Grenada National Museum (St. George's); local artisans exhibit at the Market
- Historical Sites
- Pearls Airport (Abandoned runway with old Soviet planes nearby)
- Religious Sites
- St. Andrew’s Anglican Church (Historic stone structure)
- Annual Events
- Rainbow City Festival (August Emancipation celebrations)
- Cultural Districts
- The Market Square (Heart of social and commercial life)
- Theater Venues
- Spice Basket (45 mins away in Beaulieu for cultural shows)
- Local Markets
- Grenville Public Market (One of the Caribbean’s most authentic local markets)
- Music Scene
- Soca and Reggae at local bars; live steel pan during festival seasons
- Street Art
- Murals on the harbor front depicting local sea life and history
- Cooking Classes
- Belmont Estate (20 mins away) offers chocolate and local food tours
- Art Galleries
- Art and Soul (Spiceland Mall, St. George's - nearest major gallery)
- Historic Buildings
- Grenville Court House (Classic colonial architecture)
- Local Heritage
- Strong 'Nutmeg City' identity; center of the spice trade
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Grand Etang National Park (15 mins drive); rainforest trails
- National Parks Nearby
- Levera National Park (Coastal mangroves and turtle nesting sites)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Trails around Grand Etang Lake and Seven Sisters Waterfalls
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Welcome Stone (Spectacular view of the Grenadines/Levera)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Lake Antoine; extinct volcano crater with diverse bird species
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Bathway Beach (Local weekend spots with community approval)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- DHL (Agency at Victoria St); FedEx (via St. George's)
- Tech Repair Services
- PC Clinic (Gladstone Road); phone and laptop repairs
- Table Tennis Spots
- Community youth centers near the stadium
- Language Classes
- English is the official language; Patois is spoken informally locally
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Grenville Public Library (Victoria Street)
- Community Centers
- St. Andrew’s Community Centre (Hosting local town halls)
- Gaming Lounges
- Casual local spots near the bus terminal
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- None; Grenada has very limited gaming (Star Royal in St. George's)