Great Value
The name is misleadingly grand, but the recently renovated Grotto Bay delivers a fine, active resort experience and amazing bang-for-the-buck. The main building sets a stylish tone with neocolonial architectural flourishes (peaked roofs, curved eaves) and contrapuntal décor of modern art and more… more typical maritime accents. Its three interconnected private beaches with rocky outcroppings aren't the best, with vistas encompassing unused railway pylons and the airport, but it's an otherwise exceptionally scenic coastline pocked with coves and natural caves (hence the name). On the downside, the food is mediocre, service helpful but uneven, and maintenance spotty, but the full water sports facility and roster of organized activities as well as daily afternoon tea, happy hour, and entertainment help to compensate. The superior supervised children's programs and playground make this fantastic family bet. The 201 sunny rooms occupy several three-story buildings painted in luscious colors like mustard and mango. Every unit boasts a private balcony or patio with ocean view.
I just wanted to say that Indygirl174 gave a thorough and truly honest review. Read hers first if you haven't. I just came back from 4 nights/5 days at the hotel and I had a wonderful time. I had read some comments about the airport and had concerns... more
WE STAYED AT THE GROTTO FROM 2 /20/09 -- 2/25/09 WHEN WE CHECKED IN NO ONE SAID ANYTHING ABOUT CONSTRUCTION GOING ON IN THE BUILDING NEXT
My husband and I stayed at Grotto Bay for a six-night anniversary get-away last week. I read many reviews (on tripadvisor as well as other sites) and felt like I had a pretty good idea of what to expect at this hotel. The rating on Expedia is 3.5... more
My wife and I have been to the Grotto twice and then a third with our teenage children. I cant believe all the negative comments. We totally
We stayed at the hotel from 01/27/09 -01/31/09 and had a terrible experience. The hotel was under construction and very noisy. The work
We read many reviews before embarking on our first visit to Bermuda and the tips given were of great value. The hilly terrain would be something of a challenge to many. Food at the resort is average and expensive. Our tips for you: If you are... more
The hotel had terrible service in every area. No room service, broken ice machines, rude staff, completely incompetent people. Further
Gave this hotel a very good for our needs but maybe an average if you are looking for something else. We have stayed in three parts of Bermuda. Downtown Hamilton, South Beaches and now at Grotto Bay, near airport and historic town of St. Georges. We... more
Bermuda is beautiful, no matter where you stay! The resort is very pretty, the front desk is accomodating, the bell hops are funny, the concierge is great, but the rest of the staff moves slow. The food at the resort was ok, not terrible, but... more
