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The Palms Turks and CaicosvsCoral Gardens Resort
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Palms, Turks and Caicos is preferred by most professionals compared to Coral Gardens on Grace Bay. The Palms, Turks and Caicos comes in at #6 in Turks and Caicos with praise from 10 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.
The Palms Turks and Caicos
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Star Service
Jetsetter
Gayot
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
Grace Bay, Providenciales
From $400/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Opened in early 2005, the Palms is one of Grace Bay's classiest lodgings, with some of the most handsomely appointed rooms on the island." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler90.1
"At this "upscale yet comfortable" British colonial-style hotel on Grace Bay Beach, buildings clad in Barbadian coral stone house two- and three-bedroom suites that are "stunning, stunning, stunning"." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The all-suite, luxurious The Regent Palms replicates the Neo-Classical plantation look and ambience."
Star Service "This deluxe, small resort is a member of the Preferred Boutique Hotels consortium and fronts Grace Bay beach and its popular coral reef where breaking waves provide a beautiful photo backdrop." Full review
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So are staffers when special requests are needed.
Star Service "This property, formerly The Palms, was Provo's most celebrated resort to date since opening, with top-of-the-line accommodations and a doting staff to match." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxe Grace Bay Beach sleep with a massive pool, topnotch cuisine and a splurge-worthy spa." Full review
Gayot "This spa resort wows with its striking style and all-suite accommodation."
Fodor's "High on luxury, The Palms has consistently scored in the top 100 hotels in the world." Full review
Afar Magazine "Sitting steps from the sand, the 72-suite Palms, with its large rooms, larger infinity pool, and dedicated kid’s club, is one of the more family-friendly among Grace Bay’s luxury resorts." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide "One is that of colonial-era Caribbean, the other is the realm of modern-day luxury, with tropical-chic touches that tie the two together." Full review
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Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink of mulled cucumber and mint, freshen up
with a cold towel and start exploring.
Coral Gardens Resort Frommer's Fodor's Star Service
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Penn's Rd, Grace Bay, Providenciales
From $549/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "This Grace Bay resort fronts one of the beach's top snorkeling and diving spots on Bight Reef in the Princess Alexandra National Park." Full review
Fodor's "Some of the best off-the-beach snorkeling makes this resort and its large condo units hard to resist; the best reef is the backyard." Full review
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Two management companies share responsibility for the units here (with separate websites and separate check-in), so be sure you know who you are renting from.
Star Service "Located at Grace Bay, this place is located in The Bight, at the west end of Grace Bay, handily just 10 minutes from the airport." Full review
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Penthouses and Ocean Grand Suites have washers and dryers and are the most often requested; Ocean Suites have use of laundry rooms located in each building.
Lonely Planet "This modern and sleek resort is both relaxed and classy." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"In the quieter environs of the Bight Settlement, on a sweep of Grace Bay protected by Princess Alexandra National Park, Coral Gardens is one of Provo's more understated and affordable resorts" Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"In the quieter environs of the Bight Settlement, on a sweep of Grace Bay protected by Princess Alexandra National Park, Coral Gardens is one of Provo's more understated and affordable resorts" Full review
