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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Kauai beachfront sanctuary

Majestic palm-lined gardens surround an expansive pool complex with five hot tubs. Beachfront cabanas on the private white sand cove offer a serene escape with calm waters. Alexander Day Spa provides rejuvenating treatments, complemented by four distinctive restaurants serving international cuisine.

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Preferred Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Ocen View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Queens Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Queens Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Two Queens Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Two Queens Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

  • Resort view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Oceanfront Lanai Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Oceanfront Lanai Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 197 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is in a walkable area with good shopping. The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. Kauai Museum and Wailua Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Lihue travel guide
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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766

What's nearby

  • Kalapaki Beach
    Kalapaki Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nawiliwili Bay
    Nawiliwili Bay
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nawiliwili Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Musubi Truck
    8 min walk
  • Duke's Kauai
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • Kind Koffee Co.
    11 min walk
  • Lawai'a Fish Co
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 32.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aupaka Terrace
  • Cafe Portofino
  • Duke's Kauai
  • Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
  • Royal Lanai

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Shopping
  • Surf lessons
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 27,758 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Renovated guestrooms - August 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 53.42 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 32.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - W89793163-01
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 30 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per day.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue located?

Located in Lihue, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 894 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1227 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, conveniently located and over all very clean Free shuttle to and from airport was the cherry on top :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous resort with an incredible view of the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Salelshni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Great location and exceptional service from staff.
View from our room
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Beach and Pool
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything in one place and views were great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful resort. It has all the amenities and is close to the airport. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else on Kaua’i.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Perline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best trip and accommodations. Staff very friendly and kind. Very clean pool. Beautiful scenery. Delicious food, kids loved.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and good amenities. Resort fees are way too high and present no value.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

devynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location, so conveniently close to the airport! view of the pool and beach with mountains in the back drop is wonderful. staff is all very friendly, resort grounds are well kept and enjoyably walkable. AC in the room is great, bed was comfy. would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel/resort! The property and rooms were spacious, clean and quiet. The staff were friendly and very helpful. There were a good amount of food options and laundry rooms in the connecting Marriott building. Also, the hotel is within a short drive from the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great. It’s not hyper luxury but if you spend all day at the beach, all you need is a clean room and good food, and they had that in spades. The cabanas are nice, service was good and staff was super helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super clean and beautifully green, 10/10 would return
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the dining options available at Kukui’s. Our room was clean and spacious. The grounds were lovely. Service staff were friendly and helpful. The only thing that would have been helpful is if the hotel shuttle went to more places.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff. They were very helpful. They went out of their way to meet our needs. The pool and private beach area was beautiful.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone were incredibly hospitable, it's their job but it's a wonderful property. Our family really enjoyed it
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is amazing! Equal to the Grand Hyatt (I’ve stayed there twice) but at a more affordable price point, and the view — ocean + mountains from a private beach — is unmatched. I was initially concerned about the close proximity of the airport, but it caused zero noise or issues (plus, was very convenient). The central location made it easy to explore different parts of the island and the grounds were glorious. Believe everything you read in the best reviews — you’ll still be impressed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly, helpful staff. The grounds and pools were fabulous. Convenient location and love playing volleyball with locals there right on the beach. Rooms could be a little more updated and there's no door to the toilet lol
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stick with the resort food, the restaurants (dukes and cafe portifino are not great, especially at their prices) but the sushi on site and the bar restaurant are very good. The pool is beautiful, great beach access, luau was fun. Check out gaylords rum tour, best part of the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room!! Ocean view was awesome could leave door open at night to hear the ocean waves as long as your upstairs. Sushi bar was good as well as the Mia tias. The pool was great my grandson loved it. It was right on the ocean with perfect views and strolls on the beac
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Barton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was great! Great location and easy to get to. Jayne and Monica were great to take care of us, can’t say the same about the rest of the staff, we actually got up and left Kukui’s one morning because we waited for 15 minutes and was never acknowledged. Luckily there were other places off property to walk to so we really didn’t eat on property after that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
well remodeled rooms however still smells of mold/mildew when Air Conditioner is on. We tried to keep slider open to avoid it but needed some cooling at times. Great pool and beach. Very easy access to Airport.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You have to pay for parking and there is a resort fee. They offer a lot of amenities and the pool can be busy,
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was a great place to stay. Awesome swimming pool, great food and a wonderful beach. Resort is close to any store you may need to go to.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Fulya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This place is excellent, great amenities, one of the best pools on the island. The only question hung was that some staff at check out was terrible and the management didn't even care and at the restaurant were also servers who didn't belong there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026