Some excerpts from the website of Turtle Nest Inn that might be useful
Turtle Nest Inn Condos, Grand Cayman -- affordable and authentic. Cayman Island hotels now include Turtle Nest Inn Condos, an exotic, beachfront alternative to the large hotel chains and pricey condo complexes. This intimate inn in a genuine island setting offers superb snorkelling, two fresh water
pools, sandy beach and fully-furnished
apartments and condos. Turtle Nest Inn Condos is because a full
apartment at the inn, with complete
kitchen, is less costly than a
standard room in most Grand Cayman hotels. The inn is in that it combines the comfort and cooking facilities of a condominium, with the ambience of a hotel and service on a par with Europe's best country inns. Cayman's Turtle Nest Inn Condos, encompassing three buildings, is. In the original building, there are only eight
apartments within the stunning, Spanish-style architecture, highlighted by whitewashed walls and cooling terracotta tiles. And you can relax in the seclusion of the outdoor
terrace, surrounded by graceful arches, or on the uncrowded beach. In addition, there are ten condos spread over the other two buildings, all three just a few feet apart. Turtle Nest Inn Condos is because it epitomizes the island paradise style, with beautiful stretches of beach and the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean -- yet it's just 10 miles from George Town and the
airport, but off the beaten track, and far from the maddening crowds. The Inn and Condos, situated in the quaint and charming village of Bodden Town, is also. Unlike tourist strip lodging, the Inn allows you to access the heart and soul of the island. To stay in Bodden Town is to get a real taste of the Cayman Islands and its people, to experience and enjoy a unique Caribbean culture and lifestyle at very close quarters. Since its March 27th 1999 opening by the Caymanian Minister of Tourism, Turtle Nest Inn Condos has received rave reviews from the local and international press, members of parliament and departing guests. For a different island experience, don't delay reserving! At Cayman's Turtle Nest Inn Condos, you'll enjoy superb snorkelling in the Caribbean, sunning on our sandy beach, and swimming in our
pool. The beach behind the (inn)...is wider than some parts of Seven Mile Beach. The beach is also empty...and the sea floor inside the reef offers snorkellers close-up views of abundant coral and tropical fish.. (Editorial in the Caymanian Compass) You'll also experience the island's other attractions, including scuba diving,
golf, the Turtle Farm, the Butterfly Farm, Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, the Botanic Park, Pedro Castle, and more. And, being a tax-free island and a major banking
centre, Grand Cayman draws both shoppers and investors. The comfort, convenience and economy of a full
apartment or condo. Praise for the size, style and location of the attractive, Spanish-style development was forthcoming from Bodden Town MLAs...as well as the Minister for Tourism (Caymanian Compass) You'll relax in our fully furnished,
one-bedroom apartments, at less than the cost of a basic
room in most hotels.
Restaurant outings are optional -- you can prepare meals in your fully equipped
kitchen after shopping at one of the island's many well-stocked supermarkets, or use our gas
barbecue on the beach. The condominiums at Turtle Nest Inn are reasonably spacious, well laid out, elegant and comfortable...(The Minister for Tourism) said he 'appreciated the structure'; he hoped it would set the standard for future development in the area.. (Caymanian Compass) Every
apartment is equipped with both a queen-size bed and a double sofa bed, 72-
channel TV (with another 40 music
channels), a DVD/VHS/
CD-player,
phone,
wireless high-speed
Internet access (free of charge), AM/FM clock
radio, ceiling fans, central
air conditioning and ceramic tiles throughout.
Bathrooms feature double access, from
bedroom and
living room, and full
bath and
shower. Whether in the
bedroom or
living room, a
patio or
balcony awaits you, with a
patio table and chairs for outdoor dining. Features are similar at our condos, but they're much more spacious, and each is equipped with dishwasher, and your own washer and dryer. The charming and peaceful village of Bodden Town. Our uniquely stylish inn is situated right in the heart of Bodden Town, with convenience and liquor stores, gas stations, handicraft boutiques and a post
office, close by. From the visitor's viewpoint, to stay in Bodden Town is to get a real taste of the Cayman Islands and its people, to experience and enjoy a unique Caribbean culture and lifestye at very close quarters. That experience is never on offer in a 'tourist strip' wherever that strip maybe.. (Editorial in the Caymanian Compass) At the geographical
centre of Grand Cayman, the Inn in Bodden Town is an ideal base from which to explore both ends of the island. Service on a par with Europe's best country inns. Guests have access to a
fax machine, washrooms off the lobby, a
laundry room with washer, dryer, an
iron and
ironing board, a water cooler, an
ice machine, and free high-speed
wireless Internet access. There's also an outdoor
shower near our
pool. As well, use of a
computer with high-speed
Internet access is available in the upper lobby at very reasonable daily or weekly rates. Cayman's Turtle Nest Inn Condos is managed by the resident owners (who speak English, French and Spanish), helped by a housekeeping team committed to impeccable daily maid service (except weekends). At the condos though, full housekeeping is done before you arrive, and after you depart, and there's a full second set of linen and towels on hand, as well as your own washer, dryer, and dishwasher. Select a couple of films on DVD or VHS from our free lending library for viewing in your
apartment -- as often as you like -- borrow a book from the lobby bookcase, or ask us for your favourite boardgame. In the mood for a picnic outing on the island? We'll happily lend you a cooler with ice packs, a couple of small, folding beach chairs, and a beach parasol. There's a kayak you can take out, and snorkelling gear you can rent or puchase. And, you'll have a local daily
newspaper at your door every morning. Interested in a half-day trimaran
trip to Stingray City with Captain Dexter, a two-tank dive with Ocean Frontiers, or dining at one the island's fine
restaurants? We'll give you the information or brochures you need, our honest suggestions, help you make the reservations, and get you any available discounts. As well, we'll gladly arrange a rental car or jeep before your arrival, ready for pick-up at the
airport. You can see the vehicles and discounted rates available as a package with your accommodations by clicking on
Car Rental. We guarantee you a memorable stay, and we're convinced that your first visit won't be your last... The recent completion of a small, seaside...development on Bodden Town Beach may prompt Cayman residents to question many assumptions they have about tourism in Grand Cayman...Turtle Nest Inn challenges Cayman's citizens...to rethink their assumptions about how Cayman's stay-over tourism will develop. It asks Caymanians and residents to consider the possibility that large hotels are not the only route forward (Editorial in the Caymanian Compass). Away from the maddening crowds, at the Inn... and at the Condos
Recreational sports on Grand Cayma. There are a number of land-based sports available to visitors, including
golf,
tennis, bowling, horseback riding, bicycling, billiards, jogging and hiking. For those interested, the following is a list of useful references. There are three
golf courses on Grand Cayman: the 18-hole Britannia
Golf Course (345-949-8020), created by Jack Nicklaus, The Links at
Safehaven (345-949-5988), a championship 18-hole course, and the new one at the Ritz-Carlton hotel. Beautiful, professionally trained horses available for morning and sunset horseback riding, at 9:00am or 4:30pm, on trails or on the beach. Nicki's Beach Rides offers one and a half-hour rides at US$65, per person -- less 10% discount for Inn guests, and Nicki herself guides all rides. Six riders maximum, novice or experienced, minimum age seven years old, and basic instruction is given.
Phone Nicki beforehand and meet her in the Holiday Inn lobby along West Bay Road, although pick-up and drop-off elsewhere can be arranged. Visa and Mastercard accepted.
Tel: (345) 916-3530 or (345) 945-5839
Fax: none E-mail: The Cayman Islands
Tennis Club, a member of the International
Tennis Federation (ITF), offers one of their courts in South Sound to visitors at a rate of CI$20.00 (US$25), per hour.
Tel: (345) 949-9464
Fax: (345) 949-8684 E-mail:
www.caymanislandstennisclub.com. The Mastic Trail, part of the Mastic Reserve, is two miles long, takes about 2 to 3 hours, and is ideal for hiking in Cayman's wild interior. The woodland, evolved undisturbed for the last 2 million years, offers a rich abundance of birds, rare trees and animals, with guided walks available daily. Call Geddes Hislop of Silver Thatch Excursions at (345) 945-6588, or e-mail him at for more information about a guided
tour. Geddes has a degree in Wildlife Biology, and really knows his stuff. For joggers, Beach Bay Road, near Turtle Nest Inn, is a route followed regularly by those wanting a good surface with little traffic. And, of course, there's the beach almost all around Grand Cayman, with public access guaranteed everywhere. Bicycle rentals are available on Grand Cayman, at Cayman Cycle Rentals, at (345) 945-4021, or Soto's Scooters Cars, at (345) 945-4652, or e-mail to. There are at least four independant
fitness centres on Grand Cayman, including World
Gym Fitness Centre, at (345) 949-5132;
Fitness Connection Aquatic
Centre, at (345) 949-8485; New Image
Health Club, at (345) 949-7016; and One to One Personal
Fitness, at (345) 949-9440. And, there's now Kings Sport Complex that's opened in a location more conveniently accessible from Bodden Town -- just past the Grand Harbour (Hurley's) shopping
centre. They can be reached at (345) 946-5464. There are other halls, but Attic Billiard
Lounge is the only one we have any information on. They're on West Bay Road, at (345) 949-7665.