What It's Really Like to Stay at The Tuscany on Grace Bay
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What You Don’t See on the Website: Our First Visit to The Tuscany on Grace Bay

Byplusroi

After years of working on The Tuscany’s website—carefully selecting photos, reviewing guest reviews, writing about amenities I’d never seen firsthand—I finally had the opportunity to visit. My sister Heather, who also works with me, joined me. She, I, and other members of our team, like Summer (who unfortunately couldn’t make this trip), have spent countless hours helping this beautiful property shine online, but no amount of screen time could prepare us for what it’s actually like to step foot on the grounds.

Some Things You Just Have to Experience

Let me start by saying: if you’ve seen The Tuscany online, you’ve seen a beautiful resort. But visiting it in person? That’s something else entirely. It doesn’t feel like a resort. It feels like being welcomed into the estate of a billionaire family member who’s generously handed you the keys for the week.

You don’t pull up to a lobby—you pass through a gated entrance and cruise slowly down a winding brick driveway, landscaped with tropical flowers and palm trees. You pass a tennis court that’s tucked away so neatly into the gardens it almost feels like a secret. And by the time you reach the entrance to the property, you’re already feeling like you’ve arrived somewhere special, somewhere private. Somewhere that belongs to “us.”

The manager greeted us at the front like an old friend—arms open, warm smile, hug included. And that feeling never went away. Throughout our stay, we saw guests pop in and out of her office as if it were their aunt’s kitchen. That level of personal connection is something you just don’t get at a typical hotel.

Like Home, but More Luxurious

Our suite’s kitchen was equipped with everything we could possibly need to make our own meals.
Nothing beats a view like this!
We made good use of our private screened porch.
The view from our suite’s fully-screened porch.
Heather’s room for the duration of our stay. We both appreciated having our own ensuite bathrooms.
Each bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom. This one belonged to the master bedroom, which Heather enjoyed.
We couldn’t get over how spacious our suite was! There was more than enough room for our whole family if they joined us.

When we arrived at our suite, we stepped into a space that felt like a home—only much more beautiful than any home I’ve lived in. A three-bedroom condo, right on the beach, with elegant furnishings and thoughtful touches throughout. But the crown jewel was the balcony. It had a netted enclosure to keep bugs out, which somehow didn’t obscure the view at all. On one side, a cozy daybed overlooked the beach and ocean, and I found myself seriously considering spending the night out there. Wrapped in warm island air, listening to the waves crash, watching the stars overhead—it was unbelievably peaceful.

That peacefulness wasn’t isolation, though. There’s a sense of quiet community at The Tuscany that was unlike anything I expected. Guests smiled and nodded at one another, and there was this unspoken rhythm to the place. One night, we saw a guest grilling a steak on one of the BBQs. Inspired, we picked up a couple steaks ourselves and did the same the next night. It felt like summer at a family reunion—everyone doing their own thing, but somehow still connected.

Exploring Grace Bay by Bicycle

Heather and I, before heading out to explore Grace Bay on the fun bicycles that The Tuscany provides for complimentary guest use.
Heather and I before heading out to explore Grace Bay on the bicycles The Tuscany provides for complimentary guest use.
We got to see a lot things we may have otherwise missed if we didn't explore the area on bicycles.
We got to see a lot of things we might have otherwise missed if we hadn’t explored the area on bicycles.

We also loved biking around the area. The Tuscany provides complimentary bicycles, and Heather and I took full advantage. We rode into town a couple of times, explored the surrounding neighborhoods, and even found our way up near the mangroves on the quieter north side of the island. It was the perfect mix of adventure and serenity.

Sunset views while eating at the neighbouring Cabana Bar.

One hidden gem we discovered was Rickie’s Flamingo Cafe—just a short walk down the beach. It’s not touristy at all, and that’s what makes it so special. It’s popular with island residents, many of whom are long-time expats who know the best spots. The food was incredible, the setting casual and welcoming. Eating there felt like being let in on a secret.

There was no shortage of cafes, restaurants, shops and beach bars to check out in Grace Bay, each offering something for everyone. Heather and I stopped for refreshing iced coffees and pastries at Lemon 2 Go Cafe, located across the street from Bight Park, before making our way back to The Tuscany with the bikes.

We also really enjoyed the convenience, views and food offered at Cabana Bar & Grill, which is located right next to The Tuscany. We appreciated how both restaurants were comfortably casual and within a few feet of the resort. You can stroll into Rickie’s or Cabana Bar from the beach for a fresh fruit smoothie, cocktail or meal with salt still in your hair and sand between your toes—no problem!

Little Things that Make a Big Difference

Next time, we’ll pack even lighter. Our suite’s in-suite laundry was an unexpected convenience!
Luxurious details made our stay feel decadent and special.

A few things we didn’t expect and totally appreciated were the fact that every bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom. This made us think how perfect the suites here would be if we brought more people from our team or family next year. Our suite also featured a large laundry room, with a sink that was perfect for rinsing out bathing suits.

There was one hiccup during our stay, but even that became part of the charm. I dropped my phone while out in town, and it died completely. Thankfully, The Tuscany had given us a phone at check-in, which I could use to dial for help to get myself and my groceries back to the property without a hitch. That little gesture—giving guests a phone—seemed like a small thing at first, but in that moment, it meant everything.

You Really Have to Experience It for Yourself, and We Recommend That You Do!

As someone who’s spent years writing about The Tuscany from afar, this trip gave me a whole new perspective. You can talk about amenities and square footage and beachfront views, but none of that captures the feeling of being welcomed into a place that treats you like family—without sacrificing an ounce of luxury. If you’re considering a trip to Grace Bay, I’ll say this: The Tuscany isn’t just a place to stay. It’s a place to belong.