Our opinion
Parrot Cay is stylish, low-key sophistication, offering the ultimate sanctuary on a caribbean island
Hotel description
A 40-minute boat trip from Providenciales, Parrot Cay and COMO Shambhala Retreat is a low-lying private island with over three miles of white sand beaches, cactus and mangrove surrounded by the crystal-clear turquoise waters for which the Turks and Caicos are renowned. The island’s one thousand acres are complemented by the lean simplicity of the sophisticated sanctuary of Parrot Cay. Designed to be a haven of peace and quiet, its style reflects the tone and colours of its surroundings - turquoise, green, deep blue and pale sand. Natural wooden floorboards, white-painted verandas and white muslin curtains add to your feeling of tranquillity here. On arrival at the Parrot Cay dock you are greeted and taken by golf cart to the hotel’s stunning reception area, where formalities are cut to a minimum and you are accompanied to your room. This sets the tone for your stay: whether you are relaxing by the large infinity pool, enjoying lunch or dinner or relaxing in the COMO Shambhala Retreat, service is attentive, discreet and unassuming. There is an interesting oriental feel which blends well with the Caribbean surroundings on Parrot Cay, from the Eastern-inspired massage treatments from Java and Bali to the flavourful spices of the cuisine. If you want to venture off the peaceful haven of the island, you can visit Providenciales or the hotel can arrange fishing trips or visits to other islands. The accommodation at Parrot Cay embodies a blend of modern conveniences with natural furnishings and colours. The accommodation consists of a mixture of 65 rooms, suites and villas; there is a good choice of one-, two- and three-bedroom villas, situated directly on the beach with expansive views of the ocean, which are ideal for families or small groups of friends. Parrot Cay is one of the most sought-after hotels in the Caribbean - a place of rest, relaxation, simple sophistication and calm. Highly recommended.
Location
Turks and Caicos
Distance from airport
15 minutes from the airport by car and then 40 minutes by boat from Providenciales across to Parrot Cay.
Closest airport
Providenciales
Room types
Number of rooms 65
Categories: Garden view king room, Ocean facing room, One bedroom ocean facing suite, One bedroom beach house with plunge pool, One-, Two-, Three- and Five-bedroom beach villa
Room type descriptions
Room Type A: Garden view king room. Private bath and shower, Four poster bed with mosquito screen, Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, Safe, Hair-dryer, Mini-bar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Telephone, Port for modem, Fax on request, Radio/CD/TV, DVD.
Room Type B: Ocean facing room. Private bath and shower, Four poster bed with mosquito screen, Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, Safe, Hair-dryer, Mini-bar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Telephone, Port for modem, Fax on request, Radio/CD/TV, DVD.
Room Type C: One bedroom ocean facing suite. Private bath and shower, Double size, Ocean view through the gardens, Four poster bed with mosquito screen, Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, Safe, Hair-dryer, Mini-bar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Telephone, Port for modem, Fax on request, Radio/CD/TV, DVD.
Room Type D: One bedroom beach house. Private bath and shower, Plunge pool, Living and dining area, Four poster bed with mosquito screen, Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, Safe, Hair-dryer, Mini-bar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Telephone, Port for modem, Fax on request, Radio/CD/TV, DVD.
Room Type E, etc: One-, Two-, Three- and Five-bedroom beach villas. Plunge pool in one-bedroom villas, Swimming pool and 24 hour butler service in two-, three- and five-bedroom villas. Further details and prices on request.
Hotel facilities and services
Swimming pool, Watersports including waterskiing, deep sea fishing, bone fishing and diving can be arranged, Room service, COMO Shambhala Retreat, Excursions, Picnic beach drop off, Baby-sitting, Laundry service, Resort shop, Honeymoon and COMO Shambhala packages available.
Water sports
Non-motorised water sports, waterskiing, deep sea fishing, bone fishing and diving can be arranged.
Land sports
Tennis courts, Gym, Yoga and pilates classes once a day up to six times a week.
Out and aboutnearby/local interest
Providenciales with its beaches.
Sports nearby
Golf course is 40 minutes away by boat.
Children
Children are welcome. One child under 12 stays free of charge on bed and breakfast when sharing with two adults..