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Spectacular Turks and Caicos all-inclusives for beach getaways
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Clint Henderson is a managing editor at TPG who has worked in the journalism industry for more than 25 years. He is obsessed with travel and has used points and miles to explore the world.
Cameron Sperance is the former senior hotels reporter at TPG. His expertise includes branding, travel data, destinations and loyalty programs.
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March 6, 2024 • 23 min read
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Quick summary
Turks and Caicos offers a range of all-inclusive resorts, from family-friendly to adults-only and ultra-luxury options, across several islands.
Popular areas like Providenciales provide easy access to Grace Bay Beach and a wide selection of accommodations, while quieter islands such as Ambergris Cay and Pine Cay cater to those seeking privacy and exclusivity.
All-inclusive packages typically cover meals, drinks and a variety of activities, with some resorts offering additional amenities like kids clubs, water parks or private pools.
Travelers can also find properties with partial meal plans or resort credits, allowing for flexibility in dining and activities.
What to consider
Some resorts close seasonally, such as Blue Haven Resort, which is unavailable from September 1 through October 15.
Children's policies vary, with some resorts allowing kids to stay free and others restricting guests to adults or older teens only.
Certain packages may include only select meals or activities, so review inclusions carefully before booking.
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The Turks and Caicos Islands are a collection of some 100 named islands and cays that welcome sun-seeking travelers in droves. Offering a tropical climate with very little rainfall, this British overseas territory is known for its many days of sunshine, plus world-renowned stretches of sand like Grace Bay Beach.
To accommodate travelers coming to its shores to swim, sunbathe and sightsee, Turks and Caicos has several top-notch properties, including some of the Caribbean’s best all-inclusive resorts.
Some are traditional all-inclusive resorts with all the bells and whistles automatically factored into rates. Others allow visitors to add on all-inclusive packages during the booking process.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic all-inclusive honeymoon resort or one with a family-friendly atmosphere, TPG has you covered. Here are the best all-inclusive resorts in Turks and Caicos — and the must-know details about each.
A secluded, luxurious getaway with some of the best sunset views in the Caribbean.
Why stay here:
It’s hard to go wrong here when your “only” options for accommodations are ridgetop suites or private villas.
Best way to book:
Book direct through the Sailrock South Caicos website or via Small Luxury Hotels & Resorts. At the moment, you can earn and redeem World of Hyatt points by booking via Hyatt, but this partnership is slated to shift to Hilton and Hilton Honors later this year.
It feels like checking into a glamorous friend’s island compound when you arrive at Sailrock South Caicos. Once you move past the welcome cocktail, you’ll head to either a spacious suite (many of which come with uninterrupted views of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean) or a private villa. Splurging on a villa means you’ll get a private pool and more space to entertain and unwind.
It’s hard to find fresher seafood (snapper crudo or grilled lobster, anyone?) than at dinner at the Great House Restaurant & Bar, where you can enjoy sunrise and sunset from the wraparound terrace. Also, make sure to unwind with an alfresco massage at Na Spa or perhaps a sunset pina colada at the Cove Restaurant and Beach Bar on Sailrock Beach. Don’t forget to save some time for complimentary Hobie Cat sailing or snorkeling — or just lounge with a book in one of the resort’s water hammocks. A page-turner always reads better with the waves lapping directly under you, after all.
All-inclusive rates start at $1,406 per night based on double occupancy.
This family-friendly resort permits kids 12 and younger to stay for free with a parent or guardian, making it a terrific option for groups with a limited budget.
Best way to book:
Book Alexandra Resort directly through the resort website for special offers and the property’s best-rate guarantee.
Overlooking Grace Bay Beach on Providenciales, Alexandra Resort is ideal for budget-conscious families. There are no extra charges for supervised activities at the Fun Pals kids club, which welcomes everyone from toddlers to teenagers.
Also, various non-motorized water sports, including paddleboarding, kayaking and snorkeling, are part of the all-inclusive package. Best of all, every kid 12 and younger stays for free.
All the property’s 90 accommodations are well suited for families, as they offer at least 450 square feet of space and include all the essentials. Standard studios have flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and balconies or terraces with garden, pool or ocean views. Larger suites have up to four bedrooms, kitchens and in-unit laundry machines. The decor fits the tropical setting, featuring a mix of sand- and sea-inspired hues.
For meals, guests have four on-site eateries to choose from, plus additional options at the resort’s sister property, Blue Haven Resort, which is accessible via a complimentary shuttle. Alexandra Resort’s dining venues include a beachfront seafood restaurant, an alfresco grill, a sushi spot and a poolside buffet.
Three bars, including one in the lagoon-style swimming pool, and a spa with fee-based treatments are also available. Additionally, guests will find a 24-hour fitness center on-site, should they wish to stay in shape while visiting.
All-inclusive rates at Alexandra Resort start at $849 per night, based on double occupancy.
Guests come to Amanyara for top-of-the-line luxury in a secluded, exclusive environment.
Best way to book:
Book Amanyara directly through the Aman Resorts website for special offers, including all-inclusive package deals. You can also book via American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts and Skylark for extra benefits like a $100 stay credit.
It doesn’t get more luxurious (or expensive) than Aman Resorts’ Amanyara on Providenciales. This upscale retreat isn’t a typical all-inclusive resort. However, it does offer full-board packages that include all your drinks and food, making it worthy of consideration.
On the secluded shores of an 18,000-acre nature reserve, the property boasts a white sand beach that stretches more than a mile long, so guests can unwind without rubbing elbows with hordes of tourists. To dial up the relaxation, visitors can book a treatment in one of four spa pavilions or take a private yoga or meditation class at the fitness center.
The 36 pavilions and 20 villas are spacious with a design that wouldn’t be out of place in French Polynesia, as there are many warm wood accents, pitched ceilings and neutral colors like beige and white.
Each occupies a stand-alone building surrounded by lush vegetation and ponds or coastline, creating a particularly private atmosphere. Depending on your chosen accommodation, you may even have access to an infinity-edge pool from your pavilion or villa sun deck.
Whether you spend the bulk of your stay taking it easy or trying out activities like Hobie Cat sailing, tennis clinics led by professionals and underwater photography excursions organized by the property’s Nature Discovery Centre, you’ll need some sustenance to keep going. To satisfy your hunger or quench your thirst, visit one of three on-site food and beverage outlets.
The Restaurant serves seasonal dishes showcasing Asian cuisine daily for breakfast and dinner. The Beach Club offers fresh seafood for lunch and dinner every day. Should you crave something less substantial, head to the Bar for light bites and cocktails.
Rates that include breakfast, lunch and dinner at Amanyara start at $2,388 per night, based on double occupancy.
At this private island oasis south of the country’s Caicos islands, you’ll discover an intimate, secluded setting made for those who value privacy and exclusivity. After taking the resort’s private plane from Providenciales International Airport (PLS) to the island, guests are met by their personal island host, who assists them throughout their stay.
As you might expect, each of the 18 villas and suites is well-equipped. The 10 suites sit by the beach, and they feature heated plunge pools, wraparound verandas, outdoor showers and minibars replenished daily. Meanwhile, the eight multi-bedroom villas offer larger versions of standard amenities (think: full-size pools and refrigerators stocked every day), plus extras like washing machines, telescopes and binoculars.
When you’re ready to see all the island has to offer, hop in your personal electric golf cart to get out and explore. The main pool is an ideal place to kick back and unwind with a cocktail in hand — brought to you via pool service, of course. On the three beaches, you can go swimming or surfing and enjoy a bonfire or picnic. If you like water sports, try Hobie Cat sailing or snorkeling at the property’s namesake cay.
Active guests won’t want to miss the numerous fitness amenities. In addition to a fully equipped gym, there are tennis and pickleball courts, a yoga pavilion with classes and trails for hiking, jogging and biking. Soothe aching muscles with a massage or facial at the Elevate Spa (for an extra fee).
Dining options are limited here, but foodies can rest easy knowing rates cover gourmet a la carte options for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Dishes at the resort’s Calico Restaurant provide an elevated take on Caribbean fare featuring local, seasonal ingredients.
All-inclusive rates at Ambergris Cay start at $2,640 per night, based on double occupancy.
Comprised of five villages, Beaches Turks & Caicos attracts families seeking all-inclusive fun. On Providenciales, this resort is simply massive, with some 758 accommodations plus an array of amenities comparable to what you’d find at an amusement park.
Families will love the 45,000-square-foot Pirates Island Water Park, which features towering waterslides, a surf simulator and a swim-up bar designed exclusively for kids.
Additionally, groups with little ones will appreciate the kids camp, the ride-on train and the special partnership with “Sesame Street” that includes character meet-and-greets. There are even age-appropriate facilities like a video game lounge, an arcade and a teen nightclub for the older kids in your crew.
Activities every member of the family can enjoy together are also abundant. The all-inclusive package covers water sports like snorkeling and kayaking, as well as land-based pursuits such as beach volleyball and basketball. “Sesame Street” parades, beach parties and more are also available day and night.
With so much to do on-site, it’s easy to work up an appetite. Fortunately, the property’s dining options are just as numerous as its entertainment offerings. Menus at the resort’s 21 restaurants feature flavors from all corners of the globe, with cuisines that include Indian, Italian, French, Asian and Caribbean.
Once you’re ready to hit the hay, retreat to your guest room, suite or villa. Most have traditional dark wood furnishings and printed fabrics on throw pillows and curtains. However, a few are more modern in design, featuring above-counter sinks, headboards with clean lines and blue-and-white color palettes.
Entry-level rooms have patios with garden and pool views, as well as TVs and stocked minifridges.
All-inclusive rates at Beaches Turks & Caicos start at $840 per night, based on double occupancy.
On Providenciales’ Leeward Coast, Blue Haven Resort draws families who seek the conveniences of an all-inclusive resort in a more intimate setting. The 45-room property is within a gated community with a 78-slip marina, creating a quieter atmosphere that helps keep guests relaxed while they sail offshore, sunbathe on the white sand beach and swim in the infinity-edge pool.
Like its sister property Alexandra Resort, Blue Haven Resort allows guests to borrow water sports equipment like kayaks, Hobie Cat sailboats and snorkeling gear. The Elevate Spa and a 24-hour fitness room are also on-site for those who wish to pay for some extra pampering or maintain their fitness regimens.
There are only two on-property restaurants and three bars — including a swim-up option in the pool. However, guests can take the resort’s free shuttle to Alexandra Resort for additional options. Expect Caribbean and Italian fare on the menus, with no added charges thanks to the all-inclusive rates.
As for accommodations, you’ll find a mix of studios, suites and penthouses. The rooms are modern, with a predominantly white color palette punctuated by dark wood furnishings and bright pops of color in wall art and decorative pillows. All come with ocean views, though only upgraded suites and penthouses have balconies or terraces.
Regardless of which space you choose, know that kids 12 and younger stay for free. When planning your stay, please note that the resort will be closed from Sept. 1 through Oct. 15.
All-inclusive rates at Blue Haven Resort start at $1,049 per night, based on double occupancy.
It’s all about the white sand beach at this adults-only haven on Providenciales. Offering direct access to an incredible 12-mile stretch of sand, Club Med Turkoise allows beachgoers to maximize their time in the sun and sand.
There are all kinds of complimentary activities for water lovers, including snorkeling, paddleboarding and sailing. You’ll find all the usual Club Med offerings, too, such as tennis, fitness classes and a flying trapeze.
All meals and most drinks are bundled into the room rates, so you can visit any of the four restaurants and bars to satiate your hunger and quench your thirst. The main Grace Bay eatery serves various local and international dishes, while Sharkies Grill and its beach bar offer casual beach bites like tacos and burgers. If you’re a wine aficionado, consider paying extra for a drink from the on-site wine cellar.
Club Med encourages guests to spend more time at the beach or pool: Inside the 290 minimally appointed rooms, which are all cozy at 215 square feet, you’ll find white tile floors, turquoise accent walls and a couple of chairs with bright red and blue cushions. Bathrooms feature standup showers and single sinks with blue mosaic tiles.
All-inclusive rates at Club Med Turkoise start at $402 per night, based on double occupancy.
A newly remodeled and very intimate luxury resort on its own 800-acre island, Pine Cay beckons to outdoorsy duos who desire exclusivity while on vacation. Part of the Relais & Chateaux collection of hotels, this chic resort offers easy access to both Providenciales and the world’s third-largest coral reef from its private island perch, making it a rare blend of convenience and seclusion.
Because the resort only welcomes children 13 and older and lacks an abundance of accommodations — you’ll find a mere 12 rooms and suites here, plus eight villa rentals — the atmosphere leans romantic. Couples can book a Balinese-style massage at the small Sand Dollar Spa, join a group yoga class by the beach, challenge each other to a round of tennis or take a dip in the outdoor pool.
However, the resort’s beach steals the show. Its gorgeous white sand makes it the perfect place to sunbathe, though guests would be remiss if they didn’t also save time to explore its beautiful water. The all-inclusive package covers the use of Hobie Cats, kayaks and paddleboards and daily snorkeling excursions.
All meals — which feature a rotating selection of global dishes — are also included. You can take them at the beach, by the pool, in your room or at the resort’s Pine Cay Restaurant.
Given the stellar stretch of sand, the property smartly designed its accommodations with the beach in mind. All rooms and cottages have modern interiors with white walls and linens, blonde wood details and beach-inspired accents, such as driftwood lamps and starfish artwork.
Amenities include screened-in porches or terraces with direct beach access, outdoor showers and private beach tikis with lounge chairs that are always yours to use.
All-inclusive rates at Pine Cay start at $1,800 per night, based on double occupancy.
Luxury travelers looking for the ability to earn and burn Marriott Bonvoy points while in Turks and Caicos.
Why stay here:
Built right on one of the world’s most iconic beaches, this Ritz-Carlton property places guests in the center of the action.
Best way to book:
Book through our partner Skylark to enjoy elite-like benefits and on-property credits. You can also reserve through American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts for value-added benefits like upgrades and late checkout based on availability, plus on-property statement credits.
The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos may not be a traditional all-inclusive resort. However, it does offer packages that include credits applicable to food and beverage purchases, making it possible to have at least some of your meals covered during your stay.
Situated right on Grace Bay Beach — widely considered one of the world’s most beautiful beaches — the 12-story property appeals to travelers who appreciate a phenomenal location and the finer things in life.
All 147 guest rooms and suites offer limited or full ocean views, plus clean, modern interiors in white, beige and blue color schemes. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide plenty of natural light, and the bathrooms have stunning rock accent walls and separate showers and tubs.
Outside the rooms, there are two pools: one for families and one exclusively for adults. Additional facilities include a casino, a kids club, a spa and a gym that hosts weekly classes. However, you’ll likely want to spend most of your time enjoying water sports like snorkeling and paddleboarding at the beach. The high resort fee covers most of these options.
As for dining, you’ll have several venues to pick from, including a lobby lounge with sushi rolls and a BLT Steak location with a classic bistro vibe, plus steaks and fresh seafood. Noori at the Lobby Lounge is a winner for guests looking to enjoy sushi and craft cocktails. There's also Coralli — which specializes in Mediterranean cuisine — and Casa Nonna — where upscale Italian dishes like grilled octopus, house-made burrata cheese and shrimp scampi are on the menu. Hunger clearly won't be a problem after a stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos.
Rates at The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos that include a $100 daily resort credit toward food and beverage purchases start at $800 per night, based on double occupancy.
What part of Turks and Caicos is the best part to stay in?
When you’re in this part of paradise, does it really matter where you’re staying? Turks and Caicos offers some of the best views and beaches in the Caribbean, but you’ll want to know a few things about this British territory before booking your island getaway.
Providenciales is the most popular for resort-goers; this island features a wide variety of hotels and resorts, Grace Bay Beach, national parks and nature preserves. There’s plenty to do, and you’ll find many other travelers here. While Grand Turk is a quieter island, it is also where cruise ships dock at the Grand Turk Cruise Port, so you’ll still deal with the ebbs and flows of crowds depending on ship schedules.
Those seeking peace, quiet and an aura of exclusivity should consider a less-populated island like Ambergris Cay, Pine Cay or South Caicos, where you’ll find undisturbed beaches and smaller resorts offering more solitude.
Best credit cards for booking hotels in Turks and Caicos
There are over a dozen excellent travel rewards credit cards out there for hotel stays. The right one(s) for you will depend on if you’re loyal to a particular program or chain, whether you want premium perks, and if you value benefits like annual free nights, automatic elite status and lucrative earning rates.
Here are three great credit cards to use for booking stays across a variety of hotel chains and independent properties while still enjoying money-saving features and high-end benefits.
The Platinum Card® from American Express
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Earning rates: This card earns 5 points per dollar spent on airfare purchased directly with the airlines or through the American Express Travel® portal (on up to $500,000 of airfare purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar). Plus, you'll earn 5 points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel®. All other purchases earn 1 point per dollar. Remember, Amex points transfer to Hilton Honors at a 1:2 ratio, to Marriott Bonvoy at a 1:1 ratio and to Choice Privileges at a 1:1 ratio, and there are sometimes transfer bonuses.
Benefits: This card is absolutely packed with perks, but among the travel-related ones you’ll want to maximize, including some hotel-specific benefits, are:
Up to a $600 annual hotel statement credit (up to $300 biannually), on prepaid Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection bookings with Amex Travel when you pay with your Amex Platinum (Hotel Collection stays require a two-night minimum).
Up to $200 annually in Uber Cash, valid on Uber rides and Uber Eats orders in the U.S. (split into monthly $15 credits plus a $20 bonus in December). Add your Amex Platinum Card to your Uber account and pay with any Amex card. Plus receive an up to a $120 Uber One statement credit that fully covers an auto-renewing $96 annual or $9.99 monthly Uber One membership.
A $120 statement credit for Global Entry every four years or an up-to-$85 fee credit for TSA PreCheck every 4 1/2 years (depending on which application fee is charged to your card first).
Earning rates: Earn an unlimited 10 miles per dollar on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, 5 miles per dollar on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Travel and an unlimited 2 miles per dollar on all other purchases.
Benefits: Cardholders get $300 in credits annually for bookings made through Capital One Travel, plus 10,000 bonus miles every account anniversary, starting on your first anniversary (worth $100 toward travel). Through the Capital One Premier Collection, cardmembers can enjoy an experience credit, room upgrades (if available) and more on stays at participating properties booked through Capital One Travel. They also receive up to $120 in statement credits for either TSA PreCheck or Global Entry.
Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (see rates and fees)
Earning rates: This card accrues 5 points per dollar on travel booked through the Chase travel portal, on Lyft purchases (through Sept. 30, 2027) and on Peloton equipment and accessory purchases of $150 or more (through Dec. 31, 2027, with a limit of 25,000 bonus points). It also racks up 3 points per dollar on dining, select streaming services and online grocery store purchases (excluding Target, Walmart and wholesale clubs); 2 points per dollar on all travel not booked through the Chase travel portal; and 1 point per dollar on everything else.
Benefits: Cardholders receive a $50 statement credit on hotel stays purchased through the Chase Ultimate Rewards travel portal upon opening the card and each following cardmember anniversary. They also receive a 10% bonus based on their total spending during the account anniversary year at a rate of 1 point for each $10 spent. This card also has some of the best travel protections in the industry, including trip cancellation insurance, trip delay insurance and primary rental car coverage, among other policies.
For rates and fees of the Amex Platinum, click here.
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