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Turks and Caicos has long been a vacation destination for Hollywood’s biggest stars. Justin and Hailey Bieber regularly escape to the island’s secluded beachfront villas to ring in the New Year. Last April, the Kardashians posted dozens of bikini-clad photos set against the island’s crystal-clear turquoise waters. And on any given night, Drake is likely to be spotted at one of Provo’s many star-studded nightclubs, so enamored with Turks that he’s featured on a full playlist of their songs.
But what exactly is it about the Turks that makes it a top holiday destination for Hollywood’s biggest stars? Aside from the simple fixes—gorgeous white-sand beaches, persistently warm local weather, coral reefs teeming with marine life—it’s the island’s luxurious, secluded resorts that set it apart from all the other tropical getaways.
There are dozens of high-end resorts scattered across several Turkish islands, but Grace Bay Resorts (GBR) properties on Providenciales are the clear leaders in providing the kind of unusual, high-end facilities coveted by the world’s most select group of jet-setters.
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The world-renowned Grace Bay Resort is the developer’s flagship property, featuring 136 oceanfront suites set along a 1,100-foot stretch of beach in the heart of Grace Bay. However, in the past year alone, GBR has added far more luxurious resorts to its portfolio. The Rock Home, opening in 2022, is one of its most up-to-date developments. Tucked into the rugged, pristine limestone cliffs of Providenciales’ northern shore, the elegant resort offers 46 oceanfront villa-style accommodations inspired by the famous cliffside properties of the Amalfi Coast.
And in November, GBR will formally begin accepting reservations for South Financial Institution by Windward, a first-of-its-kind oceanfront resort and marina in the Caicos Financial Institution. It will serve as Turks and Caicos’ first ocean swimming lagoon, offering the company a protected space to swim and enjoy the open ocean.
However, don’t let the overwhelming number of options give you resolution paralysis before your next trip. Below, check out four of the best Grace Bay resorts in Turks and Caicos, one of which is sure to be your perfect match—whether it’s a six-bedroom villa for a night out with friends or a captivating one-bedroom suite for a romantic getaway.
Grace Bay Association
Each of Grace Bay Membership’s 136 suites is located oceanfront, with a choice of three different accommodation types to suit your travel style.
The flagship suite, The Property, is what they call a “resort within a resort,” with each residence including 4-5 bedrooms, a private oceanfront terrace and patio, an extravagant chef’s kitchen, and exclusive pools and cabanas. When Drake raps about “Turkish villas,” this is what he’s talking about.
However, if you’re looking for a romantic getaway like the Biebers, you’ll want to head to The Lodge’s charming adults-only suites, each of which includes a kitchenette and a private oceanfront terrace or patio. Adults-only amenities include a pool and hot tub located just steps away.
Traveling with the family, Kardashian style? Villa Suites offer effective resort accommodations in a chic, family-friendly setting. All suites, from one to four bedrooms, boast a private oceanfront terrace or patio, a full kitchen and family-friendly pools.
After all, it wouldn’t be a luxurious resort without dozens of potent dining options. Grace Bay’s seven dining venues offer something for every taste, dietary restriction and age group (notably The Grill, which has a full kids’ menu). Different options include tapas and exciting cocktails at Infinity Bar, beachside tacos at Simply Tacos, gourmet seafood at Infiniti Restaurant & Uncooked Bar and, of course, signature drinks at the Pool Bar (which offers 40 different types of Caribbean rum).
Prices start at $700 per night.
Variety of personal villas
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Nothing offers a better glimpse into the lives of the ultra-rich than Grace Bay’s Private Villa Assortment, a collection of some of the Turks’ finest private beachfront villas. Each multi-million-dollar residence is located directly on the beach with private pools and up to 12,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor living space. But it’s the indulgences that await you inside these palatial mansions that can leave even those with the deepest pockets completely amazed. Amenities include a private butler service, two complimentary private SUV transfers from the airport and daily housekeeping services.
The complex currently contains 10 distinct villas, accommodating up to 12 people and priced from $10,000 per night: Legasea Villa, Villa Frangipani, Sleek Residing, Villa Portofino, Seascape, Seaclusion, Sundog Villa, Turtle Inlet Private Villa, La Dolce Vita and Kisiwa Home.
Costs start at $10,000 per night.
Stone house
Rock Home is the “Caribbean Capri,” a nod to GBR CEO and Director Mark Durliat, who envisioned the new luxury resort after being impressed by his travels to Italy and the South of France. The residential resort, which opens in 2022, is tucked into the rugged, pristine limestone cliffs of Providenciales’ north shore and offers 46 oceanfront villa-style accommodations.
Among its many elegant amenities, the company has access to the exclusive Seaside Membership at Rock Home, which includes beachfront dining led by Executive Chef Dennis Boon. In February, Bagatelle, the world-renowned beachfront restaurant and membership, hosted a pop-up at the resort’s iconic Vita Restaurant and Cliff Side Cave Bar, where the company raved about the never-before-experienced dinner and brunch on the island.
Finally, when guests want to unwind after a full day of activities, they’ll head to the resort’s 100-foot infinity pool, surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas and overlooking the island’s famous crystal blue waters. Additional wellness facilities include in-room massage therapies, yoga classes, and walking and jogging trails.
Prices start at $655 per night.
Bank of the South
South Financial Institution represents a vision for a new kind of waterfront living, which Windward co-founder Ingo Reckhorn describes as a place where “connection to the water is more than just a view — it’s a lifestyle.”
The first-of-its-kind oceanfront resort and marina spans the entire scenic Caicos Financial Institution and offers 92 Resort Villas, Sky Villas and Boathouse Residences ranging in size from one- to six-bedroom oceanfront properties. Its main feature is an ocean swimming lagoon, the first in Turks and Caicos, which allows guests to swim in a protected space and in the open ocean, all while overlooking the surrounding white-sand beach and palm-fringed island.
Spanning 31 acres and some 200 feet of oceanfront, South Financial Institution is so expansive that it consists of 4 distinct “neighborhoods” (Ocean Property Villas, Lagoon Villas, The Boathouses, and Arc), all of which are distinct seaside sanctuaries. However, when business people are feeling social enough to emerge from their enclaves, they will benefit from the neighborhood’s many amenities, comparable to two swimming pools, a beachside fire pit lounge, health center, tennis court, and more.
Prices start at $888 per night.