So far, this has been the most underwhelming vacation our family has ever experienced. While the resort boasts lovely rooms and great front-line staff, it completely falls short of the premium experience it promises. In luxury travel, the tiny details matter. While this property has the foundation to be truly exceptional, it is simply not run that way. For comparison, our family recently stayed at the Conrad Orlando, an experience that far exceeded this resort in every possible category from immaculate service and climate control to flawless execution.
Here is why we cannot recommend this resort:
Unusable Pools & Slow Service: The pools desperately need chillers. Stepping into 90°F water during the hottest months is not refreshing at all. To make matters worse, the daytime poolside service is incredibly slow.
No Climate Control: The A/C was barely functioning in the main lobby, lounge, and restaurant areas, making indoor spaces hot and uncomfortable.
Overpriced & Limited Food: Food prices here are outrageous. During the day, dining options are highly limited, and we were frequently told items were unavailable or not on the menu. While CODEX was spectacular and worth the money, every other dining option fell flat.
The Upgrade Disappointment: We paid an additional $2,500 to upgrade our stay, expecting actual luxury value. Instead, that massive fee basically just went toward offsetting the resort's already exorbitant prices for the buffet and basic spa amenities.