La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 star property
VIP Access

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
Restaurant
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
Point of interest
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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215 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (STD)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (ADA Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (ADA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Partial Ocean View (ADA)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Ocean View Premium Double Queen with Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Partial Ocean View Premier Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (with Fire Pit and Large Balcony )

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Partial Ocean View (Accessible with Comm Feature, Balcony)

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (STD)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (ADA Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (STD)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Partial Ocean View (ADA Hearing)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Juliete Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Ocean View Premium King with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View (Private Patio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Private Patio, ADA Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Private Patio, ADA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premier Studio Suite, Mobility Accessible, Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Guestroom, Communication Features)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View (Partial)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Partial Ocean View (ADA Hearing)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Partial Ocean View (Partial)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Ocean View Premier Studio Suite - Accessible Guestrooms with Mobility Features

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Rio Del Mar)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Manresa)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Seabright)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Cowell)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Lighthouse)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite (Seacliff)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

This smoke-free hotel features 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a poolside bar. Change of towels is available on request.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and slippers. 65-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

During your stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and 3 bars. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Drinking and dining options include 3 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar, and 3 bars/lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to body scrubs, reflexology, or deep-tissue massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and 4 minutes by foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
La Bahia Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 13000 square feet (1208 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury La Bahia Hotel and Spa. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Pearl - Onsite Champagne bar.
High Tide - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Open daily.
Low Tide - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Plunge - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.

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
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 to 65 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • High Tide
  • Low Tide
  • Pearl
  • Plunge

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 13,000 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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: USD 175.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 90 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 56 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 18.00 to 65.00 for adults, and USD 10.00 to 30.00 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 175.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

La Bahia Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 352 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Colton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and in a great location. Staff was extremely courteous and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars stay . Great staff and the views were excellent.
Lovely view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Perla

Room very clean warm water at pool and really relaxing hot tub and pool areas
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has been beautifully revived! The pool was awesome, staff were friendly and attentive, the whole stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services beautiful rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bhavani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, with a excellent view. We had a lovely time staying in this newly renovated property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were very nice and helpful, and great view from the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sunayana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and amenities are excellent. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, very comfortable beds, and beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views rooms and lobby staff was amazing will definitely be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stay at beautiful new hotel .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

elysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay. The room was spacious with a gorgeous view. Great pool, restaurant and entire staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, comfortable beds, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nojan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty amazing place, only
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Pouneh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful experience. This trip is one of the best we've had. Right up there with Four Seasons Bora Bora.
His and Her sinks. Beautiful bathroom.
King Ocean View with fire pit
Chess, books, game table in lobby
6th floor window near elevators overlooking pool and pier
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is fantastic! Everything about it is above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room many amenities you would not expect! Would not hesitate booking a stay here again! High Tide was fabulous and the bartenders in lobby bar area were awesome, valet parking was great too!
View from outdoor dining High Tide
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was not only stunning, but the staff were professional and friendly. The decor was gorgeous and the finishes throughout were truly spectacular. The amenities were incredible as well. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for an amazing place to stay by the beach. One additional thing, the bed was like sleeping on a cloud!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, Gabby at the front desk was absolutely amazing at check in , one of the best employees in my book and the room was amazing, the property was stunning. Haven’t seen a place like this in Santa Cruz before. Definitely will plan many more stays here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Superb ocean front location and beautoful property. Food and service challenging.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night with my partner. We were amazed by the service provided to us. Hotel was very clean and close by to the beach, which we enjoyed. Extra beverages and snacks provided to the room comped was also a huge plus. Definitely would come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026