Most people land grenada Turn right.
they leave Maurice Bishop International Airport and towards grand anseIt’s a popular two-mile stretch of beach lined with hotels, beach bars, and dining venues.
magazine beach It’s in a different direction.
Nestled in a secluded bay below Point Salines, just minutes from the terminal, you’ll find a long stretch of golden sand and snorkeling around the rocks. aquarium It is located under a tree at the southern end.
I can see why people miss it. Magazines are close to everything, but not the usual route. There are no villages behind it, no trails, no rows of hotels. Dense vegetation and rocky cliffs separate the sand from the road beyond, creating a beach that feels surprisingly remote from the airport next door.
And it might just be the best first stop on the island.
Beaches most visitors drive by
Grenada has no shortage of beaches with a devoted following. Grand Anse is the island’s great social beach, a wide Caribbean lake where you can walk for miles, have lunch and stay at one of Grenada’s most popular resorts.
Morne RougeSilver Bay, also known as BBC Beach, is smaller and has gentler swimming. wisdom It has a quiet eastern setting surrounded by tropical plants. Further north are the following beaches: deliver Look towards the Grenadines.
Magazines belong in the conversation, even if they are much less famous.
The beach stretches along Grenada’s southern tourist district, between a rocky promontory near Point Salines and hotel grounds further north. The golden sand is wide enough for long walks, and the bay’s generally mild conditions are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
You can spend hours here and encounter only a fraction of the activities found in Grand Anse.
Magazines feel less organized. Parts of the beach are backed by palm trees, sea grapes, and undeveloped greenery. Dark rocks divide part of the bay and provide snorkelers with a place to look for small fish. The beach changes as you walk, from open sandy beaches to shady corners and rocky areas.
There is no commercial district behind it and that is part of the charm. The magazine features a day at the beach built around the beach.
Grenada’s unique beaches
Airport beaches are often visible from car windows.
Magazines don’t.
its proximity Maurice Bishop International Airport Very practical, especially on arrival or departure days. There is no need to cross St. George, navigate the island’s mountainous interior, or travel long distances.
You can land, leave the terminal and be on the sand within minutes.
The same geography applies at the end of the trip. A final lunch and swim at the magazine can replace the familiar routine of spending hours in the hotel lobby before heading to the airport.
The location also gives the beach a feeling of unexpected discovery. Grenada’s main visitor traffic flows towards Grand Anse, Lance aux Épines and the capital. Despite being one of the beaches closest to the terminal, the magazine is located just off the route followed by many arriving visitors.
The beach is not hidden because it is remote. It’s hidden because almost everyone is going somewhere else.
lunch under the tree
The sand reaches the southern end of Magazine Beach. aquariumThis is one of Grenada’s premier beach dining destinations.
An aquarium with outdoor tables, a wooden deck and tropical gardens down towards the beach has occupied this corner of the island for many years. It faces west towards the Caribbean Sea, overlooking St. George and the green mountains behind the capital.
The menu is a mix of international cuisine and Caribbean flavors, paired with seafood, specialty cocktails and a selection of wines. La Sirena Beach Bar It serves drinks and a casual lunch close to the sand, with a barbecue and live music on Sundays.
This experience works because lunch never feels separate from the beach.
You can go for a swim and grab a table under the tree and then return to the sand later. On Sundays, music draws Grenadians and visitors to the same beaches, giving the magazine a more lively personality without turning it into a crowded beach club scene.
The aquarium is also one of those places where you can decide your entire day. We arrived for lunch, ordered another drink, went for another swim, and realized there was little reason to leave.
Snorkeling aspect of the magazine
Although Magazin is not a major reef destination, the bay’s rocky edges offer plenty for casual snorkelers to explore.
The best approach is simple. Bring a mask and enter where the sand gently slopes into the sea, following the rocks without going too far from the beach. Conditions vary and visibility is always better when the sea is calm.
Small reef fish and marine life can be found, especially around submerged rocks away from the central swimming area.
The magazine is also suitable for kayaking and paddleboarding when conditions allow. The sheltered nature of the bay and gentle waves make it easy to enjoy a day at the beach.
Despite this, swimming still remains the main attraction. The clear, shallow section of the magazine makes it easy to spend long days along the sea, especially the quiet central section of the beach.
stay on the beach
A hill rises behind the aquarium, Makami It occupies 2 acres near the summit.
The boutique hotel features a collection of stand-alone villas with private decks and outdoor jacuzzis. Tropical gardens, an infinity pool and elevated views give this property a distinctly private character, while Magazine Beach and the aquarium are a short walk away.
Maca Bana is a natural choice when you want your magazine to be the centerpiece of your Grenada holiday.
Villas offer more independence than traditional hotel rooms, making them perfect for couples, honeymooners and families who want extra space. Depending on the location of the hill, the perspective also changes. The magazine is below, and across the water is St. George’s is visible, and the ridges of Grenada fill the streets.
If you stay here, you can walk down, have a swim, have lunch at the aquarium, and return to your villa without having to get in the car.
Although close to the airport, the hotel’s gardens and hillside location provide enough separation to maintain an intimate feel.
The Resort Around the Point
The largest resort in this corner of Grenada is sandals grenadaThe hotel calls the area sand, but pink gin beach.
The distinction is partly geographical and partly nomenclational. Magazine and Pink Gin occupy the tight southwestern tip of Grenada, surrounding Point Salines and divided by the rocky bays and headlands that form this part of the island.
Sandals is close enough to join any conversation about staying near the magazine. Adults-only resorts are approx. 1 mile from Maurice Bishop International AirportIt is one of the shortest resort transfers in the Caribbean.
In the real estate 10 dining spaces, 6 bars, 5 swimming pools, 2 whirlpoolsIncludes snorkeling, scuba diving for certified divers, paddleboarding, kayaking, Hobie Cats, and more.
Some of the best known rooms are: Skypool SuiteWhere balconies lead out to a private infinity plunge pool, along with Rondoval cottages and beachfront accommodation. There’s also an infinity pool with a fire pit built into the center, one of the details that gives Sandals Grenada a different personality than the company’s previous resorts.
Pink Gin Beach itself is smaller and more enclosed than the central portion of the magazine. Cliffs and rocky bays create a swimming sanctuary, and the resort grounds rise up behind the sand.
Magazines and pink jeans cannot be considered an uninterrupted walk on the beach. Rocky terrain separates them. But they are part of a small beach world next to the airport and Sandals is the most important resort there.
Grand Anse is still close.
Choosing a magazine doesn’t mean you’re giving up Grenada’s most famous beaches.
grand anse It’s only a short drive away, making it easy to change scenes when you want more activities. The beach has a long sandy beach suitable for walking, along with water sports, casual dining, hotel bars and local shops.
Several major hotels in Grenada are located along or near Grand Anse, including: Spice Island Beach Resort, Silver Sands Grenada, mount cinnamon grenada and Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel Located in nearby Lance aux Épines.
Grenada’s southern region is small enough to be explored as a network of beaches rather than a single resort area.
You could spend a day in Magazine, a day in Morne Rouge, and an afternoon stroll around Grand Anse. St. George, with its port, markets and historic streets, is close enough for lunch or a half-day visit.
The magazine offers a quieter base within this part of the island.
how to spend the day
Best Magazine Beach days don’t require a lot of planning.
Arrive before lunch and choose a spot near the center of the beach with space to swim and walk. If you want to explore around the rocks, bring a mask along with water and reef-safe sunscreen.
When you’re ready for lunch at the aquarium, walk south. Weekday visits are generally quieter. Sundays feature barbecues and live music, turning the south end into one of Grenada’s most enjoyable weekend gatherings.
After lunch, return to the beach or take a leisurely stroll towards the northern end. The bays have different shapes in different areas, especially where rocks divide the sand and plants grow closer to the sea.
The magazine is also suitable for partial beach days. Close proximity to the airport allows you to arrive, depart or visit other parts of southern Grenada.
If you’re not staying nearby, a taxi is the simplest option. Ask to stop by the aquarium or the public access road at Magazine Beach and schedule a collection time, especially if you’re visiting later.
Like the beaches throughout Grenada, the sand itself is public.
Why Magazine Beach is with you
Grenada’s best-known experiences tend to have a bigger reputation. Grand Anse and surrounding rainforest Grand EtanThe waterfalls inside and the underwater sculpture park near Molinière.
Magazines operate at a smaller level.
Its charm comes from the proximity of everything around it. The airport is just a few minutes away. One of the island’s most enduring lunch spots is The End of the Sand. The boutique Villa Hotel towers above it. Sandals occupy the next bay around Point Salines.
However, the center of the beach still feels almost empty.
After landing in Grenada, most visitors continue towards Grand Anse. Familiar paths are there for a reason.
Some will go in different directions.
They’ll find Magazine Beach waiting just over the hill from the airport. It’s close enough to reach you almost immediately and secluded enough to make you feel like you’ve discovered it.
