Tipping in Grenada
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Last reviewed · Sep 2026Sources & methodology
Most hotels and restaurants in Grenada add a 10% service charge, separate from the 8% government tax. Extra tipping is discretionary. If no service charge is listed, leave 10% for good service.
Rounding commonQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:10%
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+Check the bill for the 10% service charge first
+Government tax on the bill is not a tip
−Extra cash is optional when service is already listed
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+Resort and hotel bars can list a service charge
−Casual beach drinks need only a round-up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Agree the fare before the ride
+Luggage help or longer runs can get a percentage tip
−Short hops need only a round-up
How to tip in Grenada
•Check the bill for the 10% service charge before adding more
•Leave 10% in cash when no service charge is listed
•Keep small XCD notes for housekeeping and porters
Quick tips
Expect 8% government tax plus, in most places, a 10% service charge
An 18% line on some travel guides often means tax plus service combined
Porters are tipped 1-2 USD per bag, separate from housekeeping
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage10%
Hotel Staff5-10 XCD per night
Tour guides10-15%
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services1-2 USD per bag
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Grenada
Sources & methodology
We cross-check tipping guidance across multiple independent sources, with local and official sources prioritized where available.
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