Coral Gardens ResortvsThe Somerset on Grace Bay
Coral Gardens on Grace Bay and The Somerset on Grace Bay are both rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, The Somerset on Grace Bay ranks significantly better than Coral Gardens on Grace Bay. The Somerset on Grace Bay comes in at #9 in Turks and Caicos with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Frommer's, Oyster and Forbes Travel Guide.
Coral Gardens Resort
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
The Somerset on Grace Bay
Princess Drive, Grace Bay, Providenciales
From $664/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Somerset stands out, with its colorful Italianate style in striking contrast to all that cool monochrome." Full review
Jetsetter
"Stylish Grace Bay boutique with a pair of pools, plus family-friendly rooms and activities." Full review
Fodor's
"This luxury resort has the "wow" factor, starting with the architecture and ending in your luxuriously appointed suite." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"A sophisticated, modern resort with stunning views, the 53-room Somerset is a cut above most Providenciales properties." Full review
Star Service
"Somerset took the island by storm (the good kind) when it opened by providing the most luxurious accommodations for the echelon of guests who demand them." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The Somerset’s all-suite and villa approach makes you feel like you’re renting your very own beach house, each complete with a full kitchen." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Somerset is one of the smallest on the island with just 54 units—but also has some of the biggest apartments around." Full review
Frommer's
"The luxury lies not just in the stylish furnishings, the built-to-last materials, the genuinely warm welcome, but in the sheer breadth of space" Full review
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Don't miss the popular Tuesday-night Beach Barbecue, where you can dance in the sand to DJ tunes and stuff yourself silly with barbecued ribs, chicken, fish, and shrimp, island-style rice and peas, corn on the cob, and quinoa salad.