St. George's, Saint George, Grenada — Caribbean Region of the Americas (Lesser Antilles of the West Indies)
Antilles Hotel
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, June 1, 2019
1. Antilles Hotel Marker
Antilles Hotel
This structure, one of Grenada’s oldest, is in part one of the former French military barracks constructed in 1704. From 1767 to 1880 the British used portions for a prison. Shortly after, the upper floors became the island’s first hotel with the ground floor used as a warehouse. Currently it houses part of the Grenada National Museum. The façade supports a delicate cast iron balcony of which only a few remain in St. George’s.
Sponsored by: Grenada National Trust
Ministry of Tourism
Erected by Grenada National Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Industry & Commerce • Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1704.
Location. 12° 3.027′ N, 61° 45.159′ W. Marker is in St. George's, Saint George. Marker is on Monckton Road just south of Young Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Grenada National Museum (a few steps from this marker); St. Andrew's Presbyterian Kirk (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Assassination of Maurice Bishop (about 210 meters away); Sedan Porches (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Historic Sedan Chair Portico
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Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, June 1, 2019
2. Antilles Hotel and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 11, 2019. It was originally submitted on June 11, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 196 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 11, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana.
