Two resorts. Two very different vibes. And endless shades of
blue.
When visitors consider a trip to the Turks
and Caicos, an ideal option is a stay at a resort where two sister
properties share an all-inclusive program, giving travelers not one, but two
different ways to experience this Caribbean
paradise. Turks and Caicos Collection provides this experience with Blue
Haven Resort and Alexandra Resort. The option for guests to share amenities at
both these resorts made mine and my friends' vacation time even more special. And for those
looking for another reason to book either of these properties, kids 12 and
under stay and eat free.
Blue Haven Resort, Grace Beach (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Blue Haven Resort
Tucked away in the upscale community of Leeward on the east
end of Providenciales, Blue Haven Resort sports 45 studios, suites and
penthouses with ocean and garden views. The intimate resort also sits adjacent
to the premier Blue Haven Marina, but offers a secluded, private beach as well,
along with an infinity edge pool and swim-up bar.
Those looking for a boutique, relaxed and romantic
experience with a tranquil atmosphere will love staying at this property with
“blue views” in almost every direction. Guests staying in oceanfront suites and
penthouses also have spacious balconies for enjoying a morning coffee or
toasting a spectacular sunset at the end of each day.
Outdoor seating and firepits, Blue Haven Resort (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Dining/Drinking at Blue Haven Resort
Five dining and drink options ranging from casual to upscale
include all-day Café Agave serving smoothies, juices, coffee, tea, specialty
drinks and ice cream. Open for lunch, Seaside Pool Bar & Grill features
small bites, salads, burgers, sandwiches and bowls. Outdoor Infused 360 Bar
& Lounge is the place to pick up your favorite island evening cocktail under
twinkling lights strung between palm trees with cozy outdoor seating and multiple
firepits on the deck or with your feet in the sand.
Salt Bar & Grill, open exclusively for a relaxed dinner
offers starters, sandwiches, salads, fresh fish and more, while the resort’s
primary restaurant, Fire & Ice opens for breakfast and dinner, serving
Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
Blue Haven Marina
An award-winning, full-service waterfront marina serving
both transient and long-term vessels is also the gateway to boating, fishing,
diving and island explorations on the exceptional waters of the Turks and
Caicos.
To our delight, Anchorage Restaurant & Bar, a standalone
waterfront dining restaurant located at the Marina opened in early 2026,
serving a Mediterranean-inspired menu with Caribbean influence. Located a
three-minute walk from Blue Haven Resort, the upscale venue, under the
leadership of chef Mateo Garcia Leiva, offers stunning interior and exterior
views overlooking the Marina. Though the restaurant is not yet part of Blue
Haven’s all-inclusive dining, plans are to include Anchorage as an add-on
option, one well worth the extras given the setting and the chic incredibly
romantic vibe coupled with outstanding cuisine and service.
Oceanfront Penthouse Suite, Alexandra Resort (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Alexandra Resort
Situated directly on world-famous Grace Bay Beach, Alexandra
Resort represents a larger, more traditional resort setting than its sister
property, along with a variety of spacious suites, multiple dining options and
a more active family-oriented atmosphere. Those looking for the quintessential
Turks & Caicos beach experience for families, multi-gen travelers and
groups will love this stay option.
Accommodations range from recently renovated deluxe studios
and suites with garden/pool, partial ocean views and oceanfront accommodations
to deluxe two-bedroom suites and a 4-bedroom oceanfront penthouse suite, all
featuring a balcony or terrace.
Other than its stunning beachfront location, Alexandra
Resort’s other popular feature is its large, lagoon-style swimming pool
designed as the social anchor of the resort. The free-form pool meanders through
the landscaped resort grounds, with small bridges and a central island adding
to its tropical charm. The pool is large enough for organized games, including
volleyball, and the swim-up Oasis Bar has submerged seating to cool down after
a water game and a fun selection of Caribbean cocktails.
Surf & Turf at Turquoise Grill on the Terrace, Alexandra Resort (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Dining at Alexandra Resort
Both dining and drink opportunities abound at this beach
resort. Rumba Bar and Coconut Bar are options for those not in or around the
pool. The Truck Stop behind the pool area offers walk-up food truck choices for
lunch and dinner with more drink selections at Sugar Cane Bar.
Turquoise Grill on the Terrace, open for lunch and dinner,
offers a selection of à la carte items along with a Caribbean brunch, while
Black Rock Grill on the Terrace specializes in entrees from the land and sea
served on a sizzling hot rock base. Fish Deck, of no surprise, showcases fresh
seafood from the wok, along with a variety of sushi and appetizers. Guests can
also book a sushi making class.
Alexandra Resort Pool, Turks and Caicos (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Shared Resort Amenities
Turks and Caicos Collection all-inclusive plan includes
resort accommodations, all taxes and service charges, all meals at any of the
collection’s restaurants, unlimited domestic and premium beverages, a shuttle
between the resorts, complimentary Wi-Fi, use of a water trampoline, snorkeling
gear, kayaks, sailboats and stand-up paddleboards.
Tennis courts are lit for night play along with bicycles
available to explore Providenciales. On-site spas offer 15 percent off
treatments for guests, and for those wanting to stay active, a 24-hour fitness
room offers a selection of cardio and weight equipment and kid’s clubs at both
resorts keep tots to teens actively engaged.
Sea Turtles in Mangrove Cay (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Not-to-Be-Missed Island Activities
Depending on how active and adventurous visitors want to be
in the Turks and Caicos, there are a few favorite treasures that shouldn’t be
missed and resort concierges can assist with booking these local gems.
Kayaking through the mangroves of Providenciales is one of
the island’s most rewarding adventures as it reveals a totally different side
of Turks & Caicos from its magnificent beaches. The most popular area is
Mangrove Cay, an uninhabited wetland island within the protected Princess
Alexandria Nature Reserve where young fish and other wildlife find shelter.
As we paddled our kayaks through calm, shallow channels
between the tangled red-mangrove roots and crystalline waters, we lost count of
the number of green sea turtles that swam around and under our clear-bottom
boats. Other marine life sightings include stingrays, conch, starfish, juvenile
lemon and nurse sharks, jellyfish and other colorful fish species seen during on
this trip and on previous island visits.
Some kayak excursions even include Little Water Cay, also
known as Iguana Island. I could call the island ‘uninhabited’ by human
standards, but the cay’s main celebrity is the endangered Turks and Caicos rock
iguana, found only in this archipelago.
With almost 116 acres, these fascinating iguanas wander
through the vegetation and bask in the sun of this remote location. The
experience is far more than just enjoying iguanas, as spectacular, shallow,
tourmaline waters surrounding the island add even more magic to the adventure.
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