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Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

4.0 star property

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Property entrance
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Cocktail bar
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale, NSW, 2325
  • Place, Hunter Valley Golf Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ubika Day Spa
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Allandale Winery
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite With Jet Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Villa 2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Jet Bath) | Living area

Suite (Jet Bath)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Villa, 1 Bedroom

Classic Villa, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 91 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Villa, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 91 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 123 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 123 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Villa, 3 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Villa Guestroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Lovedale

With a stay at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley in Lovedale, you'll be near the airport, just steps from Hunter Valley Golf Club and a 5-minute drive from Hunter Valley Wildlife Park. .This family-friendly hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Hope Estate and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Roche Estate.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ubika Day Spa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Allandale Winery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hungerford Hill - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Peterson House Winery - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Greta Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fudge Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Potters Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brokenwood Wines - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blaxlands Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gather - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley offers 414 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy the facilities at the waterpark with waterslides. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.
Stay in one of 414 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite at GATHER, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Lovedale? This hotel has 12594 square feet (1170 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 15 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
GATHER - Overlooking the golf course and pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Lovedale Brewbar - Overlooking the golf course and pool, this family restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Vista Lounge - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Lovedale Cafe - Overlooking the garden, this café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 45 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • GATHER
  • Lovedale Brewbar
  • Lovedale Cafe
  • Vista Lounge

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Free water park
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (12,594 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Prenatal massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75.00 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 45 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75.00 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property will place an authorization for full payment at time of check-in for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Crowne Plaza Hunter
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Hotel
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Hotel Lovedale
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Lovedale
Hunter Crowne Plaza
Hunter Valley Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Hotel Lovedale
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Greater Newcastle/Lovedale
Crowne Plaza Lovedale

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and nice and clean. Very peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Giuseppina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quick and nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurants available even midweek getaway. Pools are both relaxing and well set up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying and will be back again. The pool area is fantastic and the breakfast amazing. Location is also great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and great facilities 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort and facilities, perfect with kids during school holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great amenities and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great stay with kids, fantastic facilities, good restaurants on site, everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services in the room and clean. Family friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
great facilities for kids , food a bit average
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ji Young

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place for summer family holiday. We visited twice. Fun water park, good breakfast, spacious room and full size kitchen in villa. Will visit again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional & breakfast was brilliant !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

elie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kids activities and facility
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
contactless check in. room was nice and spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing and friendly , room was spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a 2 bedroom villa, it was spacious and great for a family of 5. Check-in was early and seamless. Great pool and splash park for the kids, we all had a great time! Can’t wait to come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

khoudar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and awesome buffet breakfast. Rooms were also clean and nice views of the outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, any issues quickly resolved. Great kids activities. Buffet breakfast is also really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Apartment could do with a refresh. Great resort though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a 2 bedroom villa with our two young children, the accommodation and facilities were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very corporate. Good facilities but very impersonal. Only hotel on our whole trip where we didn’t get milk in the fridge! Wouldn’t stay there again. Much nicer places in the area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and water park facilities were fantastic for kids!! The breakfast buffet is also extensive and very fancy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great. Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place in a great spot. Staff were welcoming and friendly and our room was fresh and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025