22 Best Hotels in Turks and Caicos Islands

With the ultimate zenlike atmosphere, this breathtaking luxury resort with 38 timber-shingled guest pavilions and 20 villas harmoniously blends with the indigenous vegetation and is the place for peace and quiet in a remote waterfront setting. On the island's northwest point, this exclusive hideaway's accommodations are minimalistic yet luxuriously appointed, with stand-alone tubs and rain showers, private bar area, surround-sound systems, 12-meter private pools, natural gardens, and reflection pond or ocean vistas. The two- to six-bedroom Aman Villas offer the ultimate in personal space, with Asian-influenced, understated elegance—each has its own personal chef and housekeeping staff. In the common areas each element has been carefully situated to take full advantage of large pools catching reflections of treetops and magical starlit nights, or sweeping shoreline views. The two restaurants have live music on weekends, an incredible bar pavilion (where you must try the champagne mojitos), an infinity-edge, lava-rock-lined swimming pool, movie room, and well-stocked library. Amanyara’s Nature Discovery Centre offers daily activities for guests older than 5. The resort’s location adjacent to Northwest Point Marine National Park offers wonderful diving and snorkeling.

Beaches is the largest resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands, and it offers more than 20 dining options, a full-service spa, and myriad water sports and activities. The 93-acre resort comprises four villages, each with distinct architecture and ambience: Italy, France, the Caribbean, and Key West. Accommodation is hotel-style throughout, with the exception of the Key West Village, where you'll find luxurious multi-bedroom condo-style lodgings. Kids, tweens, and teens enjoy the children's park, water slides, swim-up soda bar, and even an amazing teen-and-tween disco called Club Liquid. Note that nonguests can, pending occupancy levels, buy day passes good for 10 am to 6 pm and night passes covering 6 pm to 2 am for access to all facilities, restaurants, and the water park. 

This private paradise, on its own island, pairs tranquility with stellar service and features exquisite oceanfront villas along the beach, with an Asian-inspired look that contrasts with the simple hillside terra-cotta and stucco building that houses the rooms and spacious suites. Rooms are minimalist, with a sumptuous mix of cool-white interiors, Indonesian furnishings, and four-poster beds. Expect sorbet, cold bottled water, and cold, lemon-scented refreshment towels around the beach and pool. The villas are the ultimate indulgence, with heated lap pools, hot tubs, and butler service. The resort has two restaurants: The Terrace, featuring modern Mediterranean for dinner, and the more relaxed Caribbean-inspired Lotus, located poolside for daytime dining. The magnificent Como Shambhala Spa features expert Indonesian and Balinese therapists. Guests are greeted by a Parrot Cay representative upon arrival on Provo, transferred from the airport to a private dock, and then whisked off to Parrot Cay on a private shuttle.

On one of the most beautiful beaches in Turks and Caicos, the Meridian Club is the place to de-stress—guest rooms lack phones and TVs (even cell-phone use is frowned upon, though there is Wi-Fi throughout the resort), and the simple beachfront rooms and cottages, most of the staff, and what is perhaps the world's smallest airport (in truth, a gazebo with thatched roof) have all stayed pretty much the same over the years. Choose from the 12 oceanfront rooms, two cottages, or one of the private homes around the island. The 2½-mile (4-km) stretch of beach is deserted, and instead of roads, you find nature trails and sun-dappled paths that crisscross the island, which can be explored by bike or on foot. Here you'll feel not isolated, but part of a small community. There’s a dining hall next to the pool where guests meet at mealtime—or at the bar. The food is excellent, with fresh seafood and delicious sweets served at lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea. Guests are mostly overstressed executives, mature couples, and honeymooners; a large percentage are repeat visitors. Children over 12 are always welcome, but those between 6 and 12 are allowed only in June and July and over the Christmas and New Year's holiday period.

Fronting gorgeous Grace Bay Beach, the tallest property on the island also sets a high mark for luxury within its three buildings, a magnificent heated saltwater pool, full-service spa, tennis courts, and large in-room bathrooms. The four-poster beds and elegant furnishings, both inside and on the terraces, add plenty of comfort in the studio through five-bedroom suites. A water-sports center provides complimentary kayaks, Hobie Cats, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment. The Deck Bar and dining by the beach—with its couches, fire pits, tiki torches, and social atmosphere set to live music—is the place to be on starlit nights. There's also superb dining at the Terrace and Seven restaurants.

On a gorgeous beach lined with spectacular ocean views, Windsong makes you feel right at home with its friendly and efficient reception and huge rooms outfitted with oversize bathrooms, stainless-steel appliances, marble floors, and dark woods and whites contrasted with warm golden tones. The unique pool has an overhead bridge and small cascading waterfalls set just behind the dunes. The penthouse suite features a glass-wall shower overlooking Grace Bay, enormous walk-in closets, and a private rooftop deck complete with loungers, hot tub, entertainment bar, and full dining table. The resort has that fun-and-friendly feel balanced perfectly with total comfort and style. And if you’re thinking of getting married while on island, Windsong has the option of a private manicured lawn or gazebo for your nuptials. Additionally, there are The Bungalows at Windsong on the Reef that is set behind Windsong Resort in its own little oasis. It is all within two floors creatively thought through so that guests enjoy privacy. The amenities in each bungalow include a full-sized kitchen, washer and dryer, and separate dining and living areas, plus you have full access to the main resort's amenities as well.

South Beach Miami meets island time at this gorgeous resort with modern, chic furnishings, a minimalistic vibe, and bathrooms like no others on the island, complete with waterfalls cascading into tubs from the ceiling and huge rain showers. Guests can choose from a lovely garden studio right up to a three-bedroom, 3,700-square-foot penthouse. Crisp, clean white interiors are complemented by a splash of color and warm-wood accents, and every room has floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall windows. With room service, beach and pool service, and a beautiful spa on-site, you don't have to go far for pampering—the two restaurants are excellent, and Pink Bar serves fine rosé wines and blush Champagnes with a seasonal menu of small bites. As the last resort on the west end of the bay, it offers miles of beach to wander with few to share it with.

On the quieter, western end of Grace Bay, this intimate adults-only, all-suites resort has a unique Caribbean air, and its full all-inclusive experience extends to sister properties The Alexandra and Blue Haven. Instead of numbers, the spacious suites have playful names like "Delight" and "Elated." It manages to balance an aura of exclusivity with a warm and friendly vibe, courtesy of the helpful staff. Check out the exotic yet subtle coconut room scent, too! Spacious balconies are a definite plus at this quiet retreat; you'll enjoy views over acres of natural dunes, as well as one of the widest stretches of Grace Bay, accessed through a stroll along the weathered wooden boardwalk reminiscent of childhood vacations. Alternatively, there are five units set in two-story cottage-style buildings with garden and pool views; the pool and restaurant are set behind their three-floor hotel-style building, as is the gym and tiny beachside spa; treatments may be indoors or experienced alfresco. This gorgeous boutique hotel is one of only a few on Provo where the units are not privately owned, and since it doesn't have to accommodate condo owners, you are more likely to get a room request honored.

Consistently ranked among the world's top luxury beach resorts, this swanky spread on the Grace Bay waterfront boasts a supremely inviting 25,000-square-foot spa with a central reflection pool, several shops, two restaurants, and stylishly appointed rooms with an enchanting old-world-meets-modern-Caribbean feel. One big plus for families is a washer and dryer in all suites. Accommodations are set along three sides of the central pool—one of the chicest in the Caribbean, with sun pods, a restaurant, and a swim-up bar. 

Built into the side of Blue Mountain, Rock House epitomizes luxury with its unobstructed views of the island's north shore, its secluded bluff-bordered beach, and its dramatic infinity pool. All of the flora at Rock House is local to the island, and blends perfectly with the modern and neutral design. All studios, suites, and villas have cream-and-white color schemes, contemporary light-wood furnishings, and floor-to-ceiling windows or sliding doors that showcase the views. Some units have limestone walls, as well as terraces with private pools; a few multibedroom units are on two levels. The impressive pool area is complete with daybeds, cabanas, a stone lounge overlooking the water, and food and beverage service. The beach that the property is located on is especially impressive for guests who enjoy snorkeling. The hilltop Vita Restaurant serves Italian-inspired cuisine, while the Cave bar offers a variety of cocktails—the latter has a DJ in the evenings. Additional amenities include a fitness center, tennis court, yoga pavilion, and boutique.

This resort's goal is to provide “barefoot luxury” and every detail has been carefully thought through. The villas offer complete privacy (some are more than a mile away from the Great House lobby and come with a rental car) plus elements of old-world charm mixed with comfort and convenience. Open-plan living spaces—where the warmth of wood and neutrals blend to create uniquely designed furnishings—include full, modern kitchens. Bedrooms have en suites with coral stone showers, and large terraces with private pools command views of the deep blues beyond. Room packages include a greeter at Provo airport who will assist with your transfer to the included domestic flight and pickup and ground transfer once you're on the ground in South Caicos. The property owns 700 acres on the island and maximum capacity is less than 100 guests. If you are staying on Provo, consider booking a day pass to visit Sailrock. With pickup and drop-off at your Provo hotel, round-trip flights on interCaribbean, ground transfer to and from Sailrock and use of all amenities and water-sports equipment and, of course, those unequaled views, it's a $175 per person well spent.

This luxury resort offers a laid-back unpretentiousness, meaning you don't have to dress up to go to the pool—an infinity-edge dipping zone at the end of a 138-foot reverse-current lap pool with underwater speakers. Spanish turquoise tiles make it a centerpiece that sparkles; at night it looks as if it's lit by stars. From studios to five-bedroom suites and villas, all accommodations are equipped with such extras as Xbox, wine chillers, and Viking appliances, including a washer and dryer. The Estate Villas are the most stunning, with cathedral ceilings and private hot tubs outside on the balconies. The beachfront is one of the best in Grace Bay. Other top draws include complimentary kids' club activities; two excellent restaurants, Barbetta House and the more casual Pool Bar; and Spa Tropique, with a romantic couple's massage room.

This all-inclusive beachfront resort on Grace Bay Beach offers spacious accommodations with large decks or balconies and kitchens or kitchenettes, plus amenities that include a lagoon-style pool, tennis courts, water-sports equipment, and other perks that appeal to families as well as couples. You can cook if you'd like, but rates include all meals, snacks, and drinks at two different resorts—a free shuttle service is offered to the sister property. The Alexandra is within walking distance of shops, snorkeling, and several other excellent restaurants.

Luxurious Blue Haven is the only resort on the far eastern end of the island, overlooking the beauty of au naturel Mangrove Cay and the mega-yachts moored dockside. This 51-suite all-inclusive condo hotel is directly on Leeward Channel, an active waterway between Provo and the string of little cays to the island’s east. With a hint of the Dutch Antilles in its exterior ambience, Blue Haven is a full-service resort: two restaurants on-site, Fire & Ice and the Salt Bar and Grill; The Market, offering groceries and other sundries plus a wonderful little café; excursion companies and water-sports operators; two bars; a fitness facility; and beach volleyball. The free-form infinity pool allows for minimal distinction between the creature comforts of such a refined resort and the wild side of what lies beyond Provo. In addition, Big Blue Unlimited—the island’s premier diving and ecoadventure company—is conveniently located adjacent to the resort. The luxuriously appointed suites all offer full kitchens and balconies overlooking the water, and the more economical premier guest rooms include a microwave and bar fridge, but no balcony. It's perfect for individuals, couples, or families wishing to stay at a location that offers easy access to all types of water sports—in style.

The best off-the-beach snorkeling directly in front of Coral Gardens makes this resort and its large condo units a very popular spot. Each suite has floor-to-ceiling sliding windows, some with full sweeping views of the entire bay. Be sure to check their site plan when booking, as the on-site restaurant, Somewhere, partially blocks the view of several units, and late-night gatherings can create a less-than-peaceful atmosphere. With its close proximity to the ocean’s edge, it is amazing that the gardens and property have continued to look manicured and well taken care of over the years. All one- to three-bedroom condo-style rooms have bamboo-and-wicker furnishings with tropical prints; couches and beds are chosen for comfort. Throughout the resort, bathrooms include spacious showers, and the Ocean Club Grand suites have soaker tubs. There are two pools on the property, and guests have access to the fitness center and spa at the associated resort, the Reef Residences. It is worth noting that the two resorts share facilities, even though there are separate websites and check-in receptions; be sure you know what you are booking when contacting reservations. There's a seven-night minimum during peak season, and a three-night minimum at other times. Book for a week and your rate includes two 20-minute de-stress massages.

The stylish Grace Bay Club has always been a number-one choice on Providenciales, constantly meeting the demands of the discerning visitor and staying consistently ahead of all expectations, and the helpful, attentive staff and unpretentious elegance have helped it to retain a loyal following. The architecture is reminiscent of Florence, with terra-cotta rooftops, shaded courtyards, and garden fountains. The resort is defined by three distinct sections: The Hotel, an adults-only accommodation; The Villas Suites, a spacious family-friendly slice; and The Estate, a family-friendly “über-luxe” experience that's a separate entity within the resort. Each has its own pool. Grace Bay Club has four dining options, from intimately elegant to casual. Families staying at The Hotel enjoy not only a large pool plus a bar and grill, but also an impressive range of children's activities through Kids Town: water sports on-site, kayaking trips, and all sorts of "edutainment" to keep even teenagers occupied. At the exclusive Estate, ground-floor suites are extra spacious, and some have plunge pools.

Built with a turn-of-the-20th-century British colonial feel, the dark mahogany, granite, marble, and teak create a sense of warmth and comfort within each of the 28 luxurious one- to four-bedroom suites and penthouses. The resort is divided between those within the more traditional hotel-style buildings and romantic Caribbean cottages that skirt the opposite side. Antique furnishings, four-poster beds, and art reproductions lend classic style and elegance. Quaint (albeit posh) wooden cottages, set back off the dunes of Grace Bay Beach, house a European-style thalassotherapy spa. During your treatment, French doors are open to the fresh sea breeze and views of the blues beyond. Other highlights include Grace's Cottage and the resort’s pool bar.

This most recently opened hotel in the Turks and Caicos has already garnered the reputation of being the Capri of the Caribbean. Built into the hillside of Blue Mountain, Rock House is the epitome of luxury. Ranging from studios to two-bedroom homes, the property boats unobstructed views of the island's north shore.

Located at the far eastern end of Grace Bay, this quiet, upscale self-catering resort is the place for mature, independent travelers to unwind without the need for resort amenities, thanks in part to its immaculate gardens and prime setting on a long and secluded beach shared mostly just with its sister property, the Venetian. The one- to three-bedroom condos have designer furnishings and spacious screened balconies with oceanfront views, full kitchens, king-size master beds, and large bathrooms with soaker tubs and oversize showers. Lined by palm trees, the pool is quiet and relaxing. Although the resort has no restaurants, it's within walking distance of several. Guests are issued a cell phone that comes preset with numbers for island restaurants and excursion companies, for use wherever they go during their stay.

This luxury property, focusing on peace-filled privacy, offers magnificent views just minutes from the hub and close to the island's only golf course. Located at the far eastern end of Grace Bay, the Venetian has its own stretch of beach all to itself—and the few visitors to Grace Bay who make it their ritual to stroll the full distance. Each suite has a different ambience through furnishings and decor, though always of the highest standard. One unit may be modern in design, one a beach cottage, another bright and colorful; all have luxury fixtures, stainless-steel appliances, and huge screened balconies. Try to get a higher-floor corner unit, where all rooms have huge windows with magnificent views of Grace Bay Beach. Behind the main hotel buildings is the pool, completely surrounded by its own courtyard—marked as a “quiet zone." Although this is more of a self-catering property, there are still several restaurants and shops within walking distance. The Venetian offers bicycles for guest use to close the gap a little more quickly. Carport parking and security at the gated entry are included. Note that guests are issued a cell phone that comes preset with numbers for island restaurants and excursion companies, for use wherever they go during their stay.

Guests love the quiet, residential feel of this posh short-term-rentals property modeled after a Tuscan villa and comprising one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites in either the four-story oceanfront building or housed in the pool/garden-view suites. Although self-catering, the property has a bar with a full food menu—meals can be delivered to you poolside, beachside, or to your villa. The gorgeous suites have balconies or patios facing the ocean or pool and gardens, all with understated, simple island elegance. The central location puts you within walking distance of top restaurants, several shopping areas, and most excursion operators. Other amenities include a lighted tennis court, fitness center, and Teona Spa.

A prime location on a pristine stretch of Grace Bay Beach just steps away from the best off-the-beach snorkeling makes this elegant, contemporary resort with two restaurants and a landscaped pool a top pick. Rooms are appointed with dark-wood furniture, comfortable couches, and marble tiles, complemented with hues of blue and a touch of tropical prints. A decent breakfast is included, and a few good restaurants are within walking distance. This a sister property to Grace Bay Club.