I stayed here about ten years ago, and needed to be in the area for a family event. At the last minute, I was able to secure a two-night stay, here. The folks were friendly, pleasant, and the rates were quite fair and competitive. The room was adequate, and certainly clean. The pool was tidy and pleasant, and the hot tub area was also fairly pristine. HOWEVER, when my room was cleaned, for some reason, the hotel service neglected to pick up some breakfast dishes from hours earlier. So, with a newly made bed, etc, there was this morning's coffee still left sitting on the table. Why? Also, sound travels freely between the walls, and from outside. So, you easily can hear "activities" going on next door, not to mention the many folks coming in and out of their rooms.

Again, the place is good, and certainly pleasant. But I couldn't give it five stars, nor would I describe this place as grand, or frankly as a resort.

This place has it all. It's super clean, well-managed by a supremely competent staff, and fairly priced for all the amenities it offers. Perfect location a couple of blocks to the beach, spacious rooms, top-notch. Nicet touch: fresh lemonade or iced tea with fresh blueberries all day long.

The Grand is a nice resort with large rooms and a very helpful staff. Having the Spa on site is a major plus. Happy hour was well appointed, however it was somewhat disappointing that it was not better attended.

PROS:
1) great landscaping
2) great staff
3) gym
4) wifi
5) relaxing atmosphere
6) private gym shower so you can hang out at pool & shower before your late flight

CONS:
1) too quite in some sense
2) cheaper room have mildew

OVERALL:
I stayed over thanksgiving weekend. I enjoyed my very relaxing stay. Happy hour was nice. The gym was enough to maintain ( but who goes to gym for a heavy workout on vacation ). I stayed in the cheapest room & the bathroom had some mildew, but other rooms I looked at look like they didn't have this problem. The staff was very friendly. The Grand Resort is great place for couples & singles a like that want a relaxing vacation. Also the rooms were priced reasonably.

VIBE FACTOR ( action factor ) = 5
1 =cold fish
5 =simmering beneath the surface
10=hot dark room at the Eagle
Of course the guest change in and out every week, so that could change the vibe on any given week. If you are looking for hot anon hook ups, then the grand is probably not your place.