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The Best Mid-Range Hotels
Let's face it: Bargain hotel rooms in Provo are increasingly few and far between (you can still find affordable lodging on the other islands, however). Keep in mind that one way to save on hotel rates is by taking advantage of the special packages advertised on most hotel websites, offering decreased rates and extra perks with extended stays. You can also find good hotel (and hotel/air) packages on popular travel-booking websites like Expedia and Travelocity, particularly in the off season (mid-Apr to Nov). And don't forget to look into villa rentals. Here are my choices for the best of the islands' less-expensive accommodations.
Sibonné Beach Hotel, Grace Bay, Provo (tel. 800/528-1905): This place gives you a room just steps away from the waters of Grace Bay for a steal. Small and charming Sibonné is one of the oldest resorts on Grace Bay, and its rooms -- all of which have sea views, by the way -- are nothin' fancy but nicely appointed. But the real steal is the oceanfront apartment with full kitchen and two patios -- one screened and one open, each with a meltingly lovely view of Grace Bay that many of the more chichi resorts would die for.
Caribbean Paradise Inn, Grace Bay, Provo (tel. 877/946-5020): The owner, Jean Luc Bohic, has a little gem of a B&B here, a 2-minute stroll from prime Grace Bay Beach. All rooms are set around the tropical courtyard and pool. The gourmet restaurant Coyaba moved here in 2006, bringing in a lively scene at night.
Comfort Suites, Grace Bay, Provo (tel. 888/678-3483): This is a comfortable place to stay; the pool area is attractive, and the suites are spacious. And the location is prime: 1 block from Grace Bay and just across from the Ports of Call shops.
Pelican Beach Hotel, Pelican Beach, North Caicos (tel. 649/946-7112): The price is right at this small, comfortable spot smack-dab on Pelican Point. Rooms are admittedly nothing special, but the beach is grand -- and the food, cooked by owner Susie Gardiner, is superb home-style island fare.
Osprey Beach Hotel, Duke Street, Grand Turk (tel. 649/946-2666): You're in the thick of the Duke Street action, yet you're just steps away from the solitude of the island's southwestern beach. Many of the rooms have four-poster beds and cool white linens, and all are large and clean; those in the main section have private oceanfront patios. You'll see lots of familiar faces from all over the island at the barbecue around the pool every Sunday and Wednesday night.
Island House, Lighthouse Road, Grand Turk (tel. 649/946-1519): The British-born owner, Colin Brooker, is charm personified, and his small inn perched on a Grand Turk hill has killer views of the sea and the island's gently sloping green bluffs. The freshwater pool lies in a lovely courtyard filled with tropical vegetation. You aren't on the beach, but Colin provides all his guests with a vehicle to get around the island.
Bohio Dive Resort, Front Street, Grand Turk (tel. 649/946-2135): Set in a prime location on beautiful Pillory Beach, this hotel has big, clean rooms (the suites have kitchenettes) and offers reasonable dive/lodging packages. It has a good restaurant and a bar overlooking the beach.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
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