Grenada Beaches: Bathway Beach

Bathway Beach

If you're looking for a pretty beach in a natural setting, you may fall in love with Bathway Beach.

Bathway Beach is on the Atlantic coastline of Grenada, and the water gets fairly choppy at this undeveloped beach of speckled coral sands.

Although some of the beaches in Grenada are more secluded than Bathway Beach the combination of natural setting, personality and atmosphere provided by this beach could be just right for you.

The beaches found throughout Grenada are usually fairly quiet, however, Bathway Beach offers something unique. Still, you wouldn't call this spot very metropolitan it's not travelers making a stop at this beach will enjoy escaping the buzz of city life without sacrificing the chance to meet new people.

One of the most important parts of a beach can be location, and you can find a great sunny spot to relax on a beach. Grenada is home to many beaches, and Bathway Beach is just one of them. Therefore, no matter what you're looking for, you'll be sure to find a beach you enjoy, but this one might not be for you.

Location

This beach is located on Grenada's southern coast, 1.2 miles from Levera National Park. Bathway Beach is near Morne Fendue, so a trip into town is a definite option.

Nearby Hotels

Whether you are nearly alone or joining other beachgoers will vary depending on the time of day, particularly in the high season. Those hoping to stay in this vicinity have some good options to consider.

Nearby hotels are listed in the following table.

Nearest Hotels to Bathway Beach
Hotel NameDistanceNo. of
Rooms
Cabier Ocean Lodge 13.3 mi. 10
Flamboyant Hotel & Villas 18.3 mi. 61
Allamanda Beach Resort & Spa 18.4 mi. 51
Blue Horizons Garden Resort 18.4 mi. 32
South Winds Apartments & Cottages 18.4 mi. 20
Grenada Grand Beach Resort 18.6 mi. 146
Spice Island Beach Resort 18.7 mi. 66

Amenities and Ambience

One of the main attractions at Bathway Beach is the sheltered area where non-swimmers can bathe in relative safety, because the waters of this Atlantic-facing beach can get pretty rough during certain months of the year. A visitor facility has recently been added to the beach, and features simple displays on shells, coral and ecology.

Who you share these sands with will depend on several factors, including the day of the week and time of year. Some of Grenada's beaches may rarely be crowded, while others are often crowded especially when the season is at its peak. When considering a day at the beach, an important thing to keep in mind can be, for some beach goers, the possibility of crowds. While some beach goers prefer a crowded beach with lots of activity, others would just like to relax in a quiet spot.

Like many other aspects of Grenada this beach has its own personality which will be particularly attractive to some visitors. The special qualities of this beach are a little different from what you'll experience at other beach locations in Grenada. During the week Bathway Beach is pretty quiet, but this coastline is popular on the weekends, especially with those who live on this part of the island.

Attractions

Seeing the beach is often a great way to enjoy some nature's most beautiful works, but there are other natural attractions that are also worth exploring. A great example is Levera National Park, (located 1.2 miles to the southwest of Bathway Beach) which offers a great addition to your day at the seaside.

If you want to discover more interesting facts about the history of Grenada you'll discover some opportunities close by. For instance, Mt. Rodney Estate is located 2.8 miles to the southwest of Bathway Beach.

Beaches are great attractions, but there's more to visit in Grenada. The following table includes other attractions close to this beach.

Attractions Near Bathway Beach
Attraction NameDistanceDirectionType
Levera National Park 1.2 mi. SW Natural Attraction
Mt. Rodney Estate 2.8 mi. SW Historical Site
River Antoine Rum Distillery 4.1 mi. SE Bar and Other Nightlife
Twin Sisters 4.5 mi. NW Natural Attraction
Grenville Cooperative Nutmeg Association 8.0 mi. S Historical Site
Gouyave Nutmeg Processing Coop 10.5 mi. SW
Dougaldston Spice Estate 10.7 mi. SW Historical Site
Concord Falls 11.8 mi. SW Natural Attraction
Grand Etang National Park 12.2 mi. S Natural Attraction
Flamingo Bay 13.8 mi. SW Natural Attraction

Food

While this is not exactly a culinary hot spot you can still satiate your hunger, especially if you're willing to drive a bit.

The table below provides a list of dining options near this beach.

Restaurants Near Bathway Beach
Restaurant NameCuisine TypeMeals ServedDistanceDirection
Morne Fendue Creole lunch & dinner 2.8 mi. SW
La Sagesse Nature Center Seafood varies 16.2 mi. S
Tout Bagay Eclectic varies 16.9 mi. SW
The Nutmeg Seafood breakfast, lunch, dinner 16.9 mi. SW
Little Dipper Caribbean dinner 17.3 mi. S
Tropicana Chinese varies 17.7 mi. SW
La Belle Creole Contemporary breakfast & dinner 18.4 mi. SW
Coconut Beach French lunch & dinner 18.4 mi. SW

There are many types of dining experiences to be had in Grenada, but a delicious meal on the beach can be especially enjoyable. Many hotels will prepare a picnic lunch for you, or you can pick up some food en route to the beach.

Other Beaches

Bathway Beach isn't the only beach you'll find in Grenada. Travelers who like this beach might also enjoy Pink Gin Beach; it is located 21.8 miles to the southwest. Pink Gin Beach is located on the southwest tip of the island, and is bordered by two large resorts.

If you're looking for a more active beach scene, you might find that Levera Beach is just right. It is located 2.1 miles to the southwest.

Travelers may also want to consider Tyrrel Bay; it is located 18.1 miles from Bathway Beach. Visitors to Tyrrel Bay will find it teeming with local commerce around the harbour. There's plenty to do and see along the water's edge, including fine dining and drinks. Travelers might also want to pick up something to remember their trip by at one of the local shops.

Visitors looking for something to do in Grenada will never fall short, even a visit to Bathway Beach can play a part.

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