Providenciales

Travel Guide
Providenciales showing boating and a sunset
This tropical island is a sunny haven for travellers with its luxury resorts, pristine white beaches and stunning coral reefs.

With beautiful beaches, large coral reefs and unspoiled national parks, the island of Providenciales is the perfect destination for a tropical getaway. Enjoy luxury resort accommodation, fresh local seafood, and water activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling.

Known by the locals as Provo, Providenciales is one of the most popular of the Turks and Caicos Islands, which form part of the British West Indies. Since a major development boom in the 1980s, the island has become a popular tourist destination, with resorts, restaurants, watersports and a golf course.

Visit the beautiful Grace Bay Beach on the north coast. Go snorkeling for a closer look at the coral reef. Walk along the 12-mile (19.3-kilometre) stretch of white sand and enjoy unparalleled ocean views. Visit Turtle Cove, a marina where you can take a relaxing stroll and admire the moored boats and yachts.

Marvel at the island’s remarkable coastline at the Northwest Point National Park. Explore the rugged north coast and discover a thriving ecosystem at the pond reserve park, which is home to a variety of local wildlife, including flamingos and herons. Head east to Princess Alexandra National Park, a marine preserve where you can spot iguanas and turtles. Protection of the native habitat is very important here, and littering and fishing are punishable by a prison sentence.

Dine at one of the many restaurants or resorts on the island, such as Da Conch Shack on the western side of the island. This popular seafood restaurant is located right on the beach and has welcomed many guests, including rock stars, over the years. Enjoy a plate of conch fritters with a glass of rum punch while you admire the spectacular beachfront views.

Providenciales is a 90-minute flight from Miami. Providenciales International Airport is located in the centre of the island, just a 15-minute drive from Grace Bay Beach. There is no public transportation on the island, so renting a car for your stay is recommended.

Where to stay in Providenciales

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Grace Bay West

If you're spending some time in Grace Bay West, Pelican Beach and Providenciales Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Grace Bay West
Turtle Cove featuring tropical scenes, a coastal town and a bay or harbour

Turtle Cove

If you're spending some time in Turtle Cove, Turtle Cove and Pelican Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Turtle Cove
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Grace Bay Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grace Bay Hills and surrounding area, you can visit The Regent Village Shopping Mall and Salt Mills Plaza.

Grace Bay Hills
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Discovery Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Discovery Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Turtle Cove and Pelican Beach.

Discovery Bay
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Blue Mountain

While visiting Blue Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Pelican Beach and Providenciales Beaches.

Blue Mountain
Seven Stars Resort & Spa
Seven Stars Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
Grace Bay Road, Providenciales, Providenciales
The price is RM4,248 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM4,248
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Providenciales. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Impeccably manicured property. Washer and dryer in our room could be updated but other than that the room and view was absolutely beautiful. Staff was friendly, kind and attentive. The pool and surrounding grounds are immaculate. We will be returning next year:) highly recommend."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Seven Stars Resort & Spa
Ocean Club Resort
Ocean Club Resort
3.5 out of 5
Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Providenciales
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Providenciales. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Away from the busy part of town so it’s nice and quiet but a free shuttle all day gets you to town if needed"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Ocean Club Resort
Wymara Resort and Villas
Wymara Resort and Villas
5 out of 5
Lower Bight Road, Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Providenciales
The price is RM4,261 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM4,261
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Providenciales. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (659 reviews)
"Room was not ready on time"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Wymara Resort and Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
H2O LifeStyle Resort
H2O LifeStyle Resort
4 out of 5
Long Bay Highway, Providenciales
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Providenciales. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Long Bay Beach and The Hole are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

H2O LifeStyle Resort
Inn at Grace Bay
Inn at Grace Bay
3 out of 5
382 Grace Bay Road, Providenciales, Providenciales
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Providenciales. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (506 reviews)
Favorite in Grace Bay
"Our second time using this facility and looking forward to our third! Great place and great location. Ariel is a great host and took good care of us."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Inn at Grace Bay
The Atrium Resort
The Atrium Resort
3.5 out of 5
Governor's Road, Leeward, Providenciales, Providenciales
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Providenciales. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Leeward Beach and Provo Conch Farm ...
8/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
"Very nice clean and the place was soo beautiful. Felt like home definitely will come back."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

The Atrium Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Providenciales

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5/5 - Excellent

SMB
27 Jan 2020

A hire car is a must for a couple of days to see the island. Left-hand driving is easy for British visitors and the roads are not too busy - in some places very little traffic. Drive in the Blue Hills area is a good idea. Chalk Drive is ok.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
18 Nov 2019

I was just intransit to Grand Turk.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
20 May 2019

Beautiful beaches

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
21 Apr 2019

I love Grace Bay and Sapodilla Bay. We’ve met nice people like Mrs Bloneva & Demetre Greens, Sir Charles etc. Lovely island, kind people and clean surroundings.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
12 Feb 2019

Good very expensive and not up to quality