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Como Parrot CayvsThe Sands at Grace Bay
COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos and The Sands at Grace Bay are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos ranks significantly higher than The Sands at Grace Bay. COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos comes in at 94 with positive reviews from 13 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Forbes Travel Guide.
Como Parrot Cay
Frommer's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
Parrot Cay
From $1,400/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This luxury resort is a favored retreat of celebrities, but you don't have to be a movie star to enjoy Parrot Cay's warm embrace and high service standards." Full review
Concierge "It has the entire 1,000-acre island to play with, though most of it, being flat and barren, is not worth the sweat of getting there."
Travel + Leisure "Don't miss the one-on-one Pilates at the excellent Como Shambhala spa." Full review
DK Eyewitness "On its own isle, Parrot Cay fronts a gorgeous 2-mile (3-km) long beach and attracts millionaires and Hollywood stars."
Star Service "A celebrity hot spot, famed for its 5-kilometer white sandy beach, Asian-influenced holistic spa, innovative cuisine, understated luxury and privileged privacy, all at a price." Full review
Gayot "Airy architecture and low-key luxury create an idyllic island retreat."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Occupying an eponymous private island, this is definitely the best hotel in Turks and Caicos." Full review
Jetsetter "Exclusive private island hideaway with two top-notch restaurants, a spa and a pristine mile-long beach." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Private island spa retreat and hotel Como Parrot Cay on Turks & Caicos provides the ultimate in carefree, relaxation and luxury to discerning jet-setters and A-listers." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"When you need a serene island escape, go to COMO Parrot Cay." Full review
The Sands at Grace Bay Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster DK Eyewitness Star Service Frommer's Lonely Planet
Grace Bay, PO Box 681, Providenciales
From $330/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "The Sands has always been a popular choice on Grace Bay, but a top-notch refurbishment in 2008... put it in another league altogether." Full review
Fodor's "Spacious gardens and winding pools set the tone for one of Provo's most popular family resorts." Full review
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Ask for leftover beach toys, including swim noodles and buckets and shovels, to keep children entertained.
OysterUpscale
"Located at the center of Grace Bay, the 114-room Sands at Grace Bay offers solid, if not spectacular, amenities." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This four-star, all-suite hotel gleams with granite and marble. Choose from studios with kitchenettes, or one-two- and three-bedroom suites."
Star Service "Ten kilometers from town and 11 from the airport, between Point Grace and Sibonne, this well-run, mostly suite property has a solid reputation." Full review
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Turndown service arrives nightly, but management often ignores special requests unless asked multiple times.
Frommer's "Suites are handsomely furnished in beachy pastels and floor-to-ceiling windows, with a screened balcony or porch, fully equipped kitchen, and bathroom with travertine tile floor." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This mammoth place is a great family option with a kiddy pool and kitchenettes in every room." Full review
