Experts' Choice Award Governor's Beach
What the experts agree on
Governor's Beach offers a serene, shaded escape with towering casuarina trees and calm waters protected from trade winds. The historic beached shipwreck and Columbus Landfall backdrop add character to this quieter alternative to busier Turks and
“Backed by the pines and low scrub of Columbus Landfall National Park and adorned by the picturesque iron hulk of a beached ship, Governor's Beach is a lovely place for a quiet dip.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "Directly in front of the official British governor's residence, known as Waterloo, is a long stretch of beach framed by tall casuarina trees that provide plenty of natural shade." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Many laud Governor’s Beach on the western coast as the prettiest seaside spot. It also benefits from a lack of trade winds and shade-giving casuarina trees, so it’s ideal for taking a..."
