La Vista Azul
The reason we keep coming back!
La Vista Azul in Turks and Caicos is considered special primarily due to its unique hilltop location and the combination of value, space, and spectacular views it offers compared to the more traditional beachfront resorts.
Here are the key factors that make it stand out:
1. Spectacular Hilltop Views
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Panoramic Vistas: Perched on a hillside, it offers unparalleled, sweeping views of the turquoise waters of the North Shore, Turtle Cove Marina, and the distant, world-renowned Grace Bay Beach.
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Rooftop Amenities: The resort capitalizes on its elevation with two rooftop swimming pools and two rooftop hot tubs, which provide a truly elevated and scenic lounging experience.
2. Location for Value and Convenience
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Balance of Privacy and Access: It's situated away from the main crowds of the central Grace Bay strip, offering a quiet, private, and relaxed atmosphere.
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Walkable Proximity to Turtle Cove: It's just a short walk down the hill to Turtle Cove Marina, which is the hub for many water sports, diving, and boating excursions. It also gives you walking access to a variety of waterfront restaurants (like Mango Reef and Sharkbite).
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Easy Beach Access: While not directly on the beach, it's a short, roughly 4-minute walk to a secluded beach area, and a 10-minute walk to the popular Smith's Reef for excellent near-shore snorkeling.
3. Suite-Style Accommodations
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Spacious Rooms: Unlike standard hotel rooms, many of its units are spacious studios and one-bedroom suites, ranging from 700 to over 1,000 square feet.
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Self-Catering Amenities: The suites come with modern conveniences like fully equipped built-in kitchens (full-sized refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, etc.), laundry facilities (washer/dryer), and large private balconies/terraces. This makes it an excellent choice for a longer, self-catered vacation, adding significant value.
In summary, La Vista Azul's special appeal comes from offering a "modest luxury" that combines the resort amenities (pools, gym, on-site dining) and the space and convenience of a condo (full kitchen, laundry), all set against a stunning, elevated backdrop that guarantees some of the best views on Providenciales.
