What’s included in your stay and what costs extra (resort fee, parking, extras)
A mandatory resort fee applies per accommodation, per night and covers core on-site conveniences like beach and pool access, fitness-center use, and in-room Wi‑Fi; some listings show it at about USD 49/night. Self-parking is available on-site (lot across the street with tunnel access), but some sources also list parking as bundled into the resort fee — check your booking confirmation. Most dining, spa treatments, cabanas and outside excursions are additional charges.
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The mandatory resort fee — what it covers
The property charges a mandatory resort fee per accommodation, per night. Third-party listings describe this fee as approximately USD 49 per night; exact amount is set at booking and shown on your reservation.
Items commonly listed as included with the resort fee are beach and pool access, fitness center use, access to business/computer services, in-room Wi‑Fi, and standard in-room amenities such as coffee and an in-room safe.
- Beach access and pool access (three outdoor pools, lagoon pool, lazy river)
- 24-hour fitness center access
- In-room Wi‑Fi and business center/computer access
- In-room coffee and in-room safe
- Laundry facilities (listed as part of resort-fee bundles on some sources)
| Included item | Mentioned source type |
|---|---|
| Pool & beach access | hotel site / OTA listings |
| Fitness center access | hotel site / OTA listings |
| In-room Wi‑Fi, coffee, safe | hotel site / OTA listings |
Parking and vehicle policies
IHG states complimentary self-parking is available for guests; the parking lot is located across Front Beach Road and guests can use an underground tunnel/sidewalk to reach the resort. The property also offers parking for larger vehicles (RV, bus, truck) per third-party listings.
Some travel sites list parking among items bundled into the resort-fee package. Because sources differ, confirm on your booking confirmation whether parking is charged separately or included with your rate.
- Self-parking: described as complimentary on IHG listings
- Parking lot across the street with tunnel access to the resort
- RV, bus and truck parking available (listed by OTAs)
- If arriving for Spring Break, check deposit and parking policies for guests under age thresholds
| Vehicle type | Notes |
|---|---|
| Cars | Complimentary self-parking (IHG) |
| RV / bus / truck | Available per third-party parking listings |
| Guests under 25–26 (Spring Break) | Separate deposit policy may apply during specified dates |
Meals, restaurants and what costs extra
Rates do not include meals. The View Restaurant + Coffee Bar, Trattoria at The View, Bamboo Grill (seasonal), Chip's Grille, Tiki Pizza and Scoops Sweets & Treats are on-site outlets; all are pay-per-meal unless you booked a rate that explicitly includes dining.
Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily (roughly 6:30–10:30 a.m.) for an additional fee; third-party sources list adult prices in a broad range (approximately USD 25–45) and lower prices for children. Kids 12 and under eat free from the Kids Menu at The View, Bamboo Grill and Chip's Grille when dining with a paying adult.
- Breakfast: cooked-to-order for an extra fee (served at The View Restaurant + Coffee Bar)
- Poolside food and drinks available at Bamboo Grill and SeaGlass Bar (additional charges)
- Tiki Pizza serves pizzas (hours listed 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. on hotel listings)
- In-room dining is offered during restaurant hours (not free)
| On-site outlet | Typical service / hours |
|---|---|
| The View Restaurant + Coffee Bar | Breakfast (6:30–10:30 a.m.) and dinner; made-to-order items (extra) |
| Trattoria at The View | Dinner service (evening Italian menu; extra) |
| Tiki Pizza / Bamboo Grill / Chip's Grille | Casual poolside and beachside dining (extra; some seasonal hours) |
Spa, cabanas, activities and other extras
Aquarius Spa (Gulf-front spa) provides massages, facials, body treatments, scrubs, wraps and nail services; spa treatments require reservations and are charged in addition to room and resort fees. The spa also has a small private pool separate from the main pools.
Beach cabanas and some pool-side services are available for an extra charge (the home page and third-party listings note cabanas and beach-side services as surcharges). Off-site excursions such as dolphin cruises, Shell Island shuttle trips and charter fishing are sold separately through concierge or third parties.
- Aquarius Spa treatments — reservation required; contact number listed by the property
- Pool or beach cabanas — additional surcharge (confirm current pricing with concierge)
- Paid excursions: dolphin cruises, Shell Island trips, Captain Anderson’s charters — book via concierge or external operators
| Service | Included? |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments (Aquarius Spa) | No — extra; reservations required |
| Beach cabanas | No — surcharge applies |
| Off-site excursions | No — book/paid separately |
Deposits, incidental holds and age-related rules
A government-issued photo ID and a credit/debit card are required at check-in for incidental charges; the hotel accepts major cards but cash is not accepted per OTA listings. The minimum check-in age is 18 for the guest who booked the room.
During Spring Break dates (listed as February 25–April 15 by one source), a Spring Break deposit of USD 300 per stay may apply to guests under about 25–26 years old — this is a special deposit policy shown on third-party booking sites.
- Check-in time: 4:00 PM; check-out: 11:00 AM (IHG)
- ID and card required for incidentals at check-in
- Spring Break deposit (USD 300) may apply for younger guests during specified dates (OTA listing)
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | 18 years (main guest must be 18) |
| Check-in / Check-out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Accepted payments | Major cards (Visa, MC, AmEx, Discover, etc.); cash not accepted (per OTA) |
What’s included in your stay — quick list
Beyond the resort-fee inclusions noted above, the hotel lists these complimentary or on‑site amenities that typically come with a paid room stay. If an item is critical to your trip, verify directly with the property or your booking confirmation.
Items below are drawn from the property listing and OTA research; any specific extras (like parking included in the resort-fee versus free parking) should be confirmed at booking.
- Private beach access and pool access (3 outdoor pools, lazy river, children’s pool, whirlpool)
- Free Wi‑Fi in guest rooms and public areas
- 24-hour fitness center
- Kids Activity Center and children’s water-playground (Aqualand)
- Concierge services, express/ contactless check-in and check-out
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Free Wi‑Fi | In rooms and public areas |
| Fitness center | 24-hour access |
| Children’s water playground (Aqualand) | On-site; no age/height restriction listed |
