The island of Providenciales-or Provo as it's often known-is the top destination of Turks and Caicos and represents the Caribbean at its most idyllic. Among its white sands and blue-green waters are quite simply some of the best and most beautiful beaches in the world. Days here can easily be spent just soaking up the sun on the pristine shoreline. Offshore it's also possible to dive, sail, snorkel, and kitesurf. The hotel scene is just as impressive, spanning boutique hotels where rooms overlook the ocean to sprawling resorts that are almost neighborhoods in themselves. Whether for an active vacation or just a long weekend escape, a stay on Providenciales is unforgettable.
Where to stay
in Providenciales
Great Spots for Beaches
The eastern half of Providenciales is the most developed side of the island. Sun-seekers generally come here in search of the best beaches. Grace Bay is the most popular place to stay, a pristine stretch of sand backed by the biggest resorts and hotels. Many are five-star accommodations, complete with sunbed-lined pools and superb dining. To the east, Grace Bay turns into Leeward Beach and Leeward Settlement, where rooms are mostly in secluded villas and the beach is quieter. Book accommodations in Sapodilla Bay to the west for a similarly peaceful vibe and a long, sheltered beach.
Grace Bay
The stunning beaches and island views are just a few highlights of Grace Bay. Make a stop by Grace Bay Beach or The Regent Village Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
Recommended hotels in Grace Bay
Leeward Settlement
If you're spending some time in Leeward Settlement, Grace Bay Beach and Leeward Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Recommended hotels in Leeward Settlement
Recommended hotels in Sapodilla Bay
Best Places to Stay for Families
Sapodilla Bay's protected sands and shallow paddling spots make it a great choice for families. It's an ideal spot to stay for a beach break, with hotels catering to little ones and Grace Bay less than a 30-minute short drive away. Taylor Bay Beach nearby is another family-friendly spot, with rooms in classy villas close to the water. The Bight, a settlement west of Grace Bay, is also worth considering for a family stay. Older kids can enjoy snorkeling in the bay's gentle waves. Turtle Cove offers less in the way of beaches, but accommodations here are close to shops, restaurants, and watersports.
The Bight
Travelers to The Bight praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Grace Bay Beach and Coral Gardens Reef.
Recommended hotels in The Bight
Recommended hotels in Sapodilla Bay
Recommended hotels in Turtle Cove Marina
Where to Stay for Outdoor Activities
Kite surfers often choose the hotels near Long Bay Beach on the southeastern side of the island, where wind conditions and a shallow seabed help make the area one of the top kiteboarding spots in the Caribbean. For those looking for something slightly less athletic, it's also possible to take horseback rides along the sand. Golfers should book rooms in Grace Bay, close to the Provo Golf Club. All-inclusive resorts here also offer numerous daily excursions and can arrange almost any sporting activity on request. Head farther east and reserve a hotel or villa in Leeward Settlement near Leeward Beach for more relaxed watersports including kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding in sheltered channels.
Leeward Settlement
If you're spending some time in Leeward Settlement, Grace Bay Beach and Leeward Beach are top sights worth seeing.