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Sands at Grace Bay in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands |
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Sands at Grace Bay
Grace Bay Beach
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
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Sands at Grace Bay Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for Sands at Grace Bay
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Overall: 4.28 |
Service
4.03 |
Condition
4.41 |
Cleanliness
4.41 |
Comfort
4.28 |
Recommend
96.55 % |
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| Very good value |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The beachfront is beautiful and the gardens are lush. The front desk service is courteous and polite. The resort is within walking distance of shopping, a little nightlife, and places to eat. We would definitely go back.
Reviewed by traveler from Alabama on June 28, 2006 |
| Very Nice |
Overall: 4 |
Service
2 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Overall the hotel was nice. The island itself is very expensive and the service there isn't very good, but that is on the island in general, not just at the hotel. The restaurant was nice there was nice. In the long run finding an all inclusive may be a better bet. Though I would recommend this hotel to others, if I had it to do again I probably would go less days and stay at a more expensive hotel that was all inclusive. Seven days was a little long for us. I think five would have been plenty. The beaches are beautiful and the snorkeling was wonderful.
Reviewed by traveler from St. Louis, MO on June 28, 2006 |
| wonderful time at the Sands |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| we stayed at the Sands at Grace Bay June 2-10, 2006 one bedroom gardenview. Very pleased with hotel. Room was very clean and spacious. Full kitchen with all supplies including blender and toaster. Great screened porch with furniture. Staff was very friendly, maid service was very good. Pools clean, gardens beautiful and well kept. short walk to ocean, plenty of palapas and towels, beach not at all crowded. Food at Hemingway's was very good and reasonably priced for the island. pillowtop bed was excellent! Water was good, no problems with drinking the water or using the ice. excellent half-day tour with JB tours (booked at the Sands).
Reviewed by traveler from lancaster, ohio on June 24, 2006 |
| Beautiful Beach! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| You must see Grace Bay Beach! If you love beautiful water, snow white sand and clear sunny skies this is the place for you. Hemmingways was great also. They could use a little work on the free airport shuttle system. It was very crowded and folks all but fought to get on it. I would skip that next time and get a cab. The staff was very nice also. There did seem to be a wash cloth shortage! If you get one hang onto it!
Reviewed by traveler from Kentucky on June 22, 2006 |
| Wonderful memories |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My son was married at the Sands and the wedding coordinator did a wonderful job, she took care of all of the arrangements. Everything on the island is very laid back (No Problem Mon)so nothing excites them whatsoever. Hopefully I can take some of that attitidue back with me to the "real" world. The only complaint about our stay , the cleaning person responsible for our room upkeep did not do a very good job. We had to hunt down coffee,sugar,creamer when we ran out and trying to find face wash cloths and kitchen towels were like looking for gold, they were in short supply. The positive things were that the beach chairs/umbrelleas were complimentary, plenty of beach towels on hand and the hotel provided guests with plenty of water sport equipment.
Reviewed by traveler from Louisiana on June 21, 2006 |
| Great Hotel |
Overall: 4 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The studio rooms are a little small, but otherwise the staff and condition of the room were good. It's one of the better hotels on the island, from what I was able to see.
Reviewed by traveler from NJ on May 31, 2006 |
| Spectacular Hotel - Awesome choice! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We were totally impressed with The Sands - our oceanview suite was virtually an oceanfront suite. We didn't want to leave .... saving for next time! :-)
Reviewed by traveler from Corvallis, Oregon on May 17, 2006 |
| Had a Great Time!!!!!! |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We stayed in a one bedroom suite with an ocean view.We were in building two which had a small view of the ocean and a great view of the poolwhich is in the center courtyard.If you want a true ocean view try to get a room on the second or third floor in building three.I would recomend this to people with or without children.
Reviewed by traveler from Rockland County,N.Y. on May 17, 2006 |
| Extremely comfortable |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This was our third time back to the Sands. It is a smallish, low key, well-equipped resort on a beautiful beach - you can walk for miles. We have two small children so we appreciate that the rooms are sizeable and we get separate bedrooms so we can actually get a good night's sleep. The open kitchen /living room are great for hanging out, and the screened in porch is very spacious. The kids are completely entertained by the river pools and the beach - the resort is small but designed well so you can choose to hang out at different sites so you feel like there is a change of scenery. Great place, not high end luxury, but nicely done. It is also comfortable for a family, but now swarming with kids or kids activities, although our kids always make a few new friends.
Reviewed by traveler from NYC on May 17, 2006 |
| Turks and Caicos' best hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This was my second stay at The Sands, and as usual I was impressed with the accommodations. We had a two-bedroom, oceanview condo, and found it clean, attractive, and very comfortable. The stretch of beach is fairly large and gorgeous, and the neatly landscaped grounds feature beautiful tropical plants. The lone criticism I have is for the restaurant, Hemingways; while it is practically right on the beach, it features below-average food at high prices. Other than that, I'd highly recommend The Sands for couples and families alike.
Reviewed by traveler from Clarendon Hills, IL on May 17, 2006 |
| Loved it! |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The hotel is within walking distance of many restaurants, and the beach is great! The hotel also provides a few bikes, sea kayaks, and snorkel equipment.
Reviewed by traveler from Columbus, OH on May 17, 2006 |
| Already planning next years vacation. |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very nice room with beautiful view. Turks and caicos is absolutely beautiful. The beach beats anything Bermuda or Hawaii has to offer. We stayed in one bedroom suite with ocean view. Washer/Dryer and full kitchen. Every room has huge screened in porch for great breezes. We loved everything about our stay, minus the spa at the Sands.
Reviewed by traveler from Manalapan, NJ on May 10, 2006 |
| OK |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Nice grounds and facilities. Walk west (left turn) on the beach about 30 minutes (to Coral Gardens, I think) and there's a ring of red buoys protecting an underground area.If you snorkel on the outside of the west part of the buoy ring you will see different fish and sea turtles grazing. Our room, the smallest available, was still spacious with an efficiency (small refrig and microwave, plus plates, glasses and utensils). Best of all, a closeted washer/dryer in the bathroom. Satellite tv in the room and two internet access pc's in the welcome center. Did not use the gym but it looks very up-to-date. There's only one tennis court and bring balls as the convenience store prices are outrageous. Snorkel eqpt, kayaks, hobies, tennis rackets and what looks to be the first bikes ever on the island, judging by their condition, are available for free use. Service was not overly friendly but it was always polite and the people are hard working. You are not going to be hustled here, but it's a good idea to ask your taxi driver the fare for the destination as its all free lance and not metered; better yet, ask the hotel for their estimate before engaging a cab. Local calls are expensive. A modest size safe is in the room. Mainly a couples resort, with many families with young children. Major construction going on everywhere but it was not noisy where we were. Terrible smell at times, like sewage, some of us thought it was fertilizer being applied to grounds.
Reviewed by traveler on May 3, 2006 |
| Highly recommended |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Location is perfect and grounds are beautiful.
Reviewed by traveler from Davidsonville, MD on March 29, 2006 |
| Very Pleased |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We were very pleased with the Sands at Grace Bay. Grounds and facilities were very well maintained and most of the staff was very courteous. The only negative is they could use more beach umbrellas and the beds were a little hard, but overall the Sands and the island were great. Definitely planning on returning.
Reviewed by traveler from Fort Wayne, IN on March 22, 2006 |
| highy recommended |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel,beach and pools exactly as advertised. We had a 2 br oceanview suite with furniture and kitchen appliances in new condition. Very clean and housekeeping staff very good.Beautful landscaping.Not enough beach/pool chairs and umbrellas for all guests. Had to go out at 7 am to "claim" a spot. Thats the only c/o
Reviewed by traveler on March 1, 2006 |
| Hidden Gem |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
3 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Short version I would stay here again. The service was very friendly. The rooms are first rate and we had a lower end room. This place really is a hidden gem. There is only one place to eat but the food is very good you need to make reservations for dinner. I only had small issue I could hear our neighbors because the walls are thin it was not a big deal but I know some people don't like that. Bottom line is this is a great place that I would recommend to any of my friends.
Reviewed by traveler from Manchester, NH on February 17, 2006 |
| Great Place, nice people! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very nice place to visit. Hotel staff was friendly and very helpful. The beach is outstanding. Hemingways Restaurant next to the beach was very good also and great service. I have traveled the caribbean quite a bit and this was a very first class trip. The grounds are very well kept. One very nice tennis court. They even supply the racket and balls if you forget them.If you want peace and quiet I recommend The Sands!
Reviewed by traveler from Oceanside, CA on February 2, 2006 |
| Beautiful spot, well-run hotel |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
3 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The Sands is on a beautiful part of a long beach, with clear, calm waters. The hotel is professionally run and we had no problems. The restaurant (Hemingways) has good (although not gourmet) food, with entrees that cost approx. $15-$20 at lunchtime and approx. $20-$30 at dinner. There were slightly more children than we expected, but not so many that they spoiled the experience. The pools were clean and one of them includes entertaining features in the form of a waterfall and "underpasses". The good weather, gorgeous beach and crystal clear water were the high points for us.
Reviewed by traveler from Hartford, CT on January 6, 2006 |
| Well kept hotel with extremely beautiful beach |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Condo was spacious and well layed out. The hotel, pools, and beach were quiet and relaxing. The ocean and sandy beach couldn't be anymore beautiful. The pictures in the hotel advertisement do not do the beach justice. I really can't think of any negatives associated with the hotel. If you enjoy relaxing on the beach this is the island and hotel for you. There really isn't a lot to do on the island other than relax and enjoy the water, diving, beaches, water sports, etc.
Reviewed by traveler from Pismo Beach, CA on September 3, 2005 |
| Best Resort in Turks & Caicos |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
3 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My girlfriend and I went to Turks & Caicos for two weeks and we had a great time. The Sands Resort was clean and the people were polite. The Sands Resort's beach was the best..clean and comfortable. Three different pools to go to if you don't want to go to the beach..If you need some peace & quiet go to Sands Resort...definitely go back for another two weeks!
Reviewed by traveler from River Edge, NJ on August 31, 2005 |
| Fantastic |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My wife and I were oridinally booked to stay at a different "exclusive" resort for one of our children's weddings (it is also our 28th anniversary). We decided to look around at other resorts and after reading the reviews and what The Sands had to offer we decided to stay there. It was worth it. The staff was great, friendly, and attentive. The fact that it isn't exclusive gave us some freedom to look around and do things as we pleased although there was plenty to do there and the dining at Hemmingways was great as well. We highly recommend The Sands.
Reviewed by traveler from Massachusetts on July 30, 2005 |
| Great Place to Relax . . . especially if you work there!!! |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Went to the Sands May 20-23, 2005 for an anniversary weekend and it was terrific I am definitely going back. I enjoy quite time not a loud party atmosphere. Most of the other guests were older, quiet, there were some families too. Went at a time that was not too busy and had one of the nicer rooms I have stayed in, compared to the Westin in Cayman and the Fairmont Glitter Bay in Barbados. The grounds were spacious and well kept and food at hotel was great and pretty affordable. They had three pools with plenty of area for privacy. Most of the condos on Grace Bay are several hundred yards apart so if you want to go to a restaurant you must walk or take a car. Same for shopping. The closest place is the Salt Mill. Some touristy type shops. This is island is VERY undeveloped and POISED growth. Meaning that within the next several month and years there will be GREAT DEAL of construction in and around the Sands area and the entire island. There may be lots of traffic and noise next time? The other thing was the freakin staff! It was like they were burdened to help you? I tried tipping 25% the first couple days but it didnt help at all. It took FOREVER to get a drink or food. I sat at the bar for ten minutes and finally had to ask for a drink? No service at all. But hey, that is not atypical of what youll find in the Caribbean. You just have to understand that is their culture. It is a shame that the hotel industry cannot train their staff to accommodate to their customers.
Reviewed by traveler from Kansas City, MO on May 31, 2005 |
| Loved the Hotel - one of the best on Grace Bay |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The Sands at Grace Bay is beautiful. The beach is one of the best on the Island, with great views and wonderfully cooling Trade Winds. Staff is very efficient and helpful. We had a great week and are ready to go back again.
Reviewed by traveler from Potomac Falls, VA on May 24, 2005 |
| Beautiful |
Overall: 5 |
Service
3 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Our recent stay at The Sands was wonderful (though the hotel staff service could improve). Overall the resort was top notch. The beach was beautiful and not crowded - plenty of tiki huts, the food at Hemmingway's was excellent. They offer complimentary transportation to and from the airport. Free Hobie Cat sailing and kayaks are available right off the beach. Awesome resort!
Reviewed by traveler from Centerville, Ohio on May 11, 2005 |
| Would love to return ! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Our entire family had a great time. The service was wonderful ! The beach was beautiful .
Reviewed by traveler from San Francisco on May 10, 2005 |
| Very pleasurable. |
Overall: 3 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
3 |
Comfort
3 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The Sands was a pleasurable experience. It had everything we needed. Good service, nice beach, health facility, and tasty food. There is nothing "WOW" about it, but I can't really say anything bad about it. It's a great family location.
Reviewed by traveler from Boston, MA on April 27, 2005 |
| Great hotel on an amazing beach |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This resort has the best of both worlds in that it is relaxed and friendly but also provides all the necessary ammenities. The island is amazing with spectacular beaches.
Reviewed by traveler from Boston, MA on April 26, 2005 |
| Overpriced motel |
Overall: 3 |
Service
2 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
No |
| The hotel advertizes "oceanview" rooms, that overlook another building. When we protested they did give us a room, that is a partial ocean view room. The equipment in the room was broken, including the alarm clock. The front desk was very lazy making restaurant reservations.
Reviewed by traveler from New York, NY on January 18, 2005 |
| Best Place on Earth!! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The hotel was great and the Island is relaxing and a wondeful place to get away.
Reviewed by traveler from Hackettstown, NJ on December 9, 2004 |
| outstanding beach resort |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| lovely accomodations in a spacious 2BR oceanfront suite. Beautiful views of beach and ocean. We have traveled extensively throughout the Carribean and this is the prettiest beach and water of any that we've been to.
Reviewed by traveler from New Jersey on November 12, 2004 |
| Rest and Relaxation |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| What a serene place. Beautiful, relaxing, beautiful beach, with a very friendly staff. I felt I got what I came for at The Sands at Grace Bay, a very complete vacation. I would highly recommend this location to anyone wanting to kick back and relax.
Reviewed by traveler on November 11, 2004 |
| great hotel! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Best hotel on Grace Bay with the best beach also.
Reviewed by traveler on November 6, 2004 |
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