Grace Bay Beach
Incredibly blue water and a 3-mile-long (4.8 km) shoreline make Grace Bay the top location for beachfront hotels on Providenciales.
South Caicos Hotels
South CaicosThe quiet island of South Caicos is a relatively new tourism destination for the Turks and Caicos. Wild coastlines, raw nature, and some of the country's freshest seafood await visitors of its shores. There are three main accommodations: two luxury resorts and a small hotel. At this time, no rental villas or bed and breakfast accommodations are available on South Caicos beyond those at the full-service resorts.
Places to Stay
Luxury Stay
Salterra Resort & Spa
Salterra Resort & Spa is the island's newest luxury property, and is located on Salterra Beach in the main town of Cockburn Harbour. This expansive Marriott Luxury Collection property boasts 100 well-apointed guest rooms and suites, as well as several pools, six restaurants onsite, and a dedicated kids club.
The resort's Adventures by Salterra program make it an incredible place for nature enthusiasts—scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and bonefishing are just a few of the expeditions they offer.
Simple Retreat
Ocean & Beach Resort
For a simple and no-fuss stay, the Ocean & Beach Resort provides modest accommodations for visitors of Cockburn Harbour. Guests can choose from standard studio rooms or two-bedroom townhouses. What stands out at this property is the view—perched on a cliff, the resort looks onto beautiful Long Cay and Dove Cay.
Onsite is the Dolphin Grill restaurant, which serves Turks and Caicos cuisine as well as burgers, pizza, and other comfort foods.
Where to Stay
Best Hotel Locations
All of the South Caicos hotels are located near or directly on the beach. While the island has quite a few varied and impressive coasts, only a few beaches are excellent for general swimming. Salterra Beach and The Cove Beach offer the finest ocean conditions.
Beaches of South Caicos
Resort Dining
Most of the dining to be found on South Caicos is offered through the island's resorts. Whether you're in the mood for fine dining, casual comfort food, fresh seafood, or fusion dishes that combine global tastes, there's great dining to be had at these properties.
Both luxury resorts serve breakfast, lunch and dinner onsite.
South Caicos Hotel Amenities
The luxury South Caicos resorts offer many of the amenities you would expect of a high-end property on the main island of Providenciales or at another Caribbean destination. Wi-Fi and air-conditioning are standard, as are one or more resort pools, an onsite spa, onsite dining and bar options, and concierge service.
In the guest rooms and suites, you can expect the usual coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, pool and beach towels, and daily housekeeping, among other in-room amenities. Some resort villas also come with a fully-equipped kitchen and dedicated private dining area.
Experiences and Activities
The luxury resorts offer various onsite activities and experiences that you can try during your stay. Sailrock includes the use of some non-motorized water sports equipment, including Hobie Cat sailboats, for guests.
Likewise, Salterra guests have access to sea kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear, as well as a kids club. Through its Adventures by Salterra program, the resort also offers snorkeling and scuba diving trips to the island's coral reefs, guided bonefishing, and yoga classes, among other experiences.
Private Boat Charters
Experience the reefs, beaches, and cays off Providenciales your own way.
Kayaking
Carve through the glassy water off the island's top beaches via paddleboard.
Snorkeling
Snorkel above zen reefs where turtles, rays, and even dolphins await.
Sunset Cruises & Charters
End the day with a rum punch and tranquil sunset cruise off Providenciales.
Grace Bay Sailing Charters
Let the wind guide you to the reef and cays on a catamaran or sailboat cruise.
E-Foil Surfing
Coast along calm ocean water with e‑foiling, a type of surfing that's easy to learn.
Getting to South Caicos
As of 2024, it's possible to fly direct from the United States to South Caicos via American Airlines. To get from Providenciales to South Caicos, you will need to take either a domestic flight on a small plane or a passenger ferry. Both are similar in cost.
Getting to South Caicos
Fly Direct
International Flights
The only scheduled international flight to South Caicos is a direct American Airlines flight from Miami—South Caicos (XSC). The flight is offered on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Travelers departing on scheduled international flights from other cities must first land at the Providenciales International Airport (PLS)—the country's largest and primary airport—before traveling onwards to South Caicos.
Quick Commutes
Domestic Flights & Ferries
The flight is the faster option and usually takes under 20 minutes. Carrier interCaribbean offers several daily flights, typically on small twin turboprop aircraft. These aircraft are not very large, so there may be luggage constraints, especially for those bringing water sports equipment such as kiteboarding gear. Same-day connections to South Caicos are typically possible for visitors arriving to Providenciales in the morning or early afternoon.
Caribbean Cruisin' offers a twice-weekly passenger ferry service, which takes under two hours each way. The ferry may be the better choice for those with large amounts of luggage.
Charter flights and ferry services can be arranged as well, and may make sense for bigger groups. The larger South Caicos resorts include complimentary airport pickup for guests.
Trip Details
Bookings and Reservations
Booking directly is typically the most effective way to get the best rate on your room, suite, or resort villa. As with any vacation, it's recommended to book your stay well ahead of your intended travel dates.
All Turks and Caicos hotels must charge Government Tourism Tax (12%) and a mandatory service charge (10%). Some properties also charge a facility fee (5% or greater). Taxes may or may not be included in room rates listed online.