Paramount Pharmacy
Anguilla's dependable health stop for travelers and locals in George Hill
Why Go
Sunburn creeping up, forgot your allergy meds, or ran out of reef-safe sunscreen? Paramount Pharmacy in George Hill is the low-key, well-stocked shop islanders trust to fix small emergencies before they derail a beach day.
The Experience
Tucked into the Water Swamp area of George Hill, Paramount Pharmacy is exactly the kind of small, tidy neighborhood chemist you hope to find on a Caribbean island — no frills, no fuss, and someone behind the counter who actually remembers you on the second visit. The shelves are stocked with prescription refills, over-the-counter basics, vitamins, first aid supplies, baby care, sun protection, and everyday toiletries, so you can walk in with a vague ache or a forgotten toiletry bag and walk out sorted. It fills the gap between a big-box drugstore and a corner shop: professional pharmacist service without the sterile feel, and prices that stay reasonable by Anguilla standards.
What to Try
Stock up on high-SPF, reef-friendly sunscreen and after-sun aloe before hitting Shoal Bay — Anguilla's sun is stronger than it feels off the trade winds. Grab electrolyte sachets or rehydration salts (a lifesaver after a day of rum punches), motion-sickness tablets for the ferry to St. Martin or a boat charter to Prickly Pear, and mosquito repellent for evening dining. If you're on regular medication, bring your prescription — the pharmacist can usually match or advise on an equivalent.
Insider Tip
Hours here are a little quirky by island standards: Monday through Saturday they're open 9 AM to 7 PM, but Sunday is a short window from 2 to 5 PM only. Plan your Sunday sunburn cream run accordingly, and if you need something on a public holiday, call ahead — +1 (264) 497-2366 — because George Hill goes quiet fast.
The Practical Stuff
Location: Water Swamp, George Hill, Anguilla — a quick drive from The Valley, Sandy Ground, and the Blowing Point ferry terminal. Hours: Mon–Sat 9:00 AM–7:00 PM; Sun 2:00 PM–5:00 PM; open daily except Christmas. Phone: +1 (264) 497-2366. Payment: cash (XCD/USD) and major cards typically accepted. Parking is easy and free out front. No appointment needed for over-the-counter advice.
Pair It With
- Shoal Bay East — Stock up on sunscreen, aloe, and electrolytes here before spending the day on Anguilla's most famous stretch of powder-white sand.
- Blowing Point Ferry Terminal — A logical last stop for motion-sickness tablets and water before catching the ferry to St. Martin/Sint Maarten.
- ABC Supplies — Pair a pharmacy run with a quick hardware/household stop nearby to cover everything a villa stay might be missing.
- Agave Villa — Handy for villa guests in the George Hill area who need a walkable resupply for medications, toiletries, or baby essentials.
