Inside Grenada’s New Wellbeing Haven, Six Senses La Sagesse

Six Senses La Sagesse, the first Caribbean property from the renowned wellness and sustainability brand, has opened its doors on the untamed southeastern shores of Grenada. Camilla Hewitt checks in to discover a new way to unwind in the Caribbean.

Hotel Review: Six Senses La Sagesse, Grenada

STAY

Six Senses has a knack for uncovering locations far from the usual tourist trails, and their first Caribbean resort is no exception. Instead of settling on one of the well-trodden hotspots like Antigua, Barbados, or St. Lucia, they chose Grenada, an island often overlooked by holidaymakers. 

Here, nutmeg and cacao farming shape the economy, and while a handful of hotels dot the coastline, the island has managed to preserve its rustic charm. Just over a 30-minute drive from the airport, Six Senses has carved out a secluded 38-acre retreat centred around a natural saltwater lagoon. Either side of the lagoon are two distinctly different bays: one a serene, sheltered cove, the other a wilder black-sand beach reminiscent of the jungle-fringed shores of Costa Rica or Belize. 

There are 71 suites and villas, some with beachfront access and others built into the hillsides surrounding the lagoon. To reach them, meandering pathways, lined with native plants, weave through the property – an intentional design choice to encourage a deeper connection with nature. I stayed in a suite high on the headland, where the private pool offers sweeping views over the entire resort. 

Mornings here are particularly spectacular, with the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean. Rooms are spacious and elegantly simple, providing ample space to roll out a yoga mat for sun salutations. By night, the chirping of tree frogs accompanies the sound of waves lapping the shore – a soothing, nature-filled soundtrack perfect for drifting off to sleep.

EAT

Historically, most of the island’s fruit and vegetables have been grown for personal consumption rather than trade, making hotels reliant on imported goods. To counter this, Six Senses has been collaborating with farmers to set up small supply chains, ensuring ingredients are not only locally sourced but also highly nutritious. 

The property features two restaurants: Callaloo, offering all-day dining, and Seafire, a beachfront restaurant serving evening meals. There is also a poolside bar serving light snacks such as plantain crisps with guacamole, best washed down with a freshly cut coconut. Breakfast takes place at Callaloo, where guests can indulge in pastries and cakes or embrace the Six Senses ethos with the array of fresh fruit, grilled root vegetables, and fermented pickles on offer. 

I began each day with the hotel’s signature mushroom broth – a staple across many Six Senses properties, some of which cultivate their own mushrooms on-site. At Seafire, seafood takes centre stage, with the catch of the day as the highlight. If you visit during lobster season, as I did, you’re in for a real treat.

DO

On arrival, guests receive a weekly activity calendar filled with wellness practices and sustainability workshops. Participation is optional, allowing you to spend the day lounging by the pool or indulging in the spa’s extensive treatment menu. I chose to begin each morning with meditation or sound healing, held in a peaceful pavilion overlooking the lagoon. These deeply restorative sessions are led by Sandeep, the hotel’s integrated wellness practitioner. 

For guests wishing to prioritise their wellbeing, the spa offers a wellness screening. This diagnostic test provides a snapshot of overall health, with Sandeep on hand to provide personalised guidance on improving key biomarkers. Those eager to take immediate action can book in for biohacking treatments such as compression therapy for circulation and infrared light therapy for muscle recovery and pain relief. I decided to stay on a more spiritual path, attending yoga nidra and body-scanning meditation sessions. 

During the day there’s the chance to engage in the hotel’s sustainability efforts through hands-on workshops. Guests can repurpose the property’s waste by learning to make paper, candles, and beeswax wraps. Beauty-focused workshops are also available; in the Alchemy Bar, I discovered how to make nourishing masks and detoxifying scrubs from natural ingredients. 

For guests looking to venture beyond the resort, Grenada offers plenty to explore. A guided day trip might include a visit to Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery, the island’s oldest and most renowned distillery, or Fort Frederick, one of the Caribbean’s best-preserved bastions. From here, breathtaking views stretch across the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea to the rolling mountain ridges in the north covered in lush vegetation and quaint houses. With its rugged terrain of mountains, rivers, and rainforests, Grenada is home to a number of waterfalls. While some require longer hikes, Annandale Falls is easily accessible. Be sure to pack your swimsuit, as it’s possible to take a refreshing dip.

BOOK IT:

Rates at Six Senses La Sagesse Grenada, part of IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio, start from $1,000 (£788) per night for two on a B&B basis. sixsenses.com

For more information on visiting Grenada, visit puregrenada.com