The Sands at Grace Bay is a relaxed, all-suite beachfront resort located directly on the famous Grace Bay Beach on the island of Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos. It’s best suited to couples, families, and small groups looking for a laid-back Caribbean escape in a beautiful setting, with spacious accommodation, a peaceful atmosphere, and easy access to one of the world’s most stunning beaches. The resort has a calm and tropical feel, with soft white sand and turquoise waters stretching right from its doorstep. Guests enjoy roomy suites with kitchens, three lagoon-style swimming pools, and a beachfront restaurant. This is an ideal choice for anyone wanting a scenic, good-value base for enjoying the sea, relaxing by the pool, or exploring the island at their own pace.

The resort offers a range of studios and one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites in a soft, tropical style with tiled floors, pastel tones, and large private balconies or terraces. All rooms come with kitchen facilities and separate living areas, giving a residential, home-like feel. Suites are housed in low-rise buildings set among palm trees and landscaped gardens, many with ocean or garden views.

Studios are around 600 square feet and come with a king bed and queen sleeper sofa, suitable for two adults and one child. The Studio Courtyard View faces the inner garden areas. The Studio Gardenview Suite offers views of tropical landscaping, and the Studio Oceanview Suite gives partial sea views. Each has a kitchenette with a microwave, mini-fridge, toaster, and coffeemaker.

The One Bedroom Gardenview Suite is approximately 1,000 square feet, featuring a separate bedroom with a king bed, a queen sleeper sofa in the living area, a fully equipped kitchen, dining space, washer and dryer, and a large screened balcony or terrace. The Oceanview and Oceanfront versions offer similar interiors, with views of the sea from the higher floors or direct beach access for the Oceanfront category. These suites sleep up to four people.

Two-bedroom suites are about 1,600 square feet. They have a king bed in the main bedroom, two twin beds in the second bedroom, two bathrooms, a queen sleeper sofa in the lounge, a full kitchen, and laundry facilities. Available in Gardenview, Oceanview, and Oceanfront categories, they sleep up to six people and are ideal for families or friends travelling together.

The Three Bedroom Oceanview and Oceanfront Suites are the largest, at around 1,800 square feet. They include a king bed, a queen bed, two twin beds, and a queen sleeper sofa, with three bathrooms, a full kitchen, washer and dryer, and a large furnished balcony or terrace. These suites accommodate up to eight people and are perfect for larger groups wanting space and comfort near the beach.

The Sands at Grace Bay centres around three connecting freshwater swimming pools set among tropical gardens. These pools include a shallow area for children, a larger lagoon-style pool, and quieter corners for relaxing. There is plenty of space around the pool deck for lounging under umbrellas or in the sun. The resort opens directly onto Grace Bay Beach, with complimentary beach loungers and umbrellas set up daily for guests.

Dining is provided by Hemingway’s on the Beach, the resort’s open-air, oceanfront restaurant. It offers a relaxed atmosphere and serves Caribbean and international dishes throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The setting is casual and breezy, and guests can enjoy their meals while overlooking the sea.

There is a compact fitness room on site, equipped with cardio machines, free weights, and yoga mats, available for guest use during the day. While the resort does not have a spa building, in-room massages and other treatments can be arranged through the front desk.

The beach in front of the resort offers calm, clear water, ideal for snorkelling and gentle swimming. The Sands provides complimentary use of non-motorised water sports equipment, including kayaks, paddleboards, snorkelling gear, and Hobie Cats. Staff at the activities desk can also help organise island excursions such as boat tours, diving trips, and fishing charters through local operators.

Additional services include a 24-hour front desk and concierge, daily housekeeping, free Wi-Fi throughout the resort, complimentary parking, and a small on-site shop offering drinks, snacks, and basic travel items. Bicycles are also available for guests to borrow for local exploring.