The hotel, pools, and proximity to the ocean were all fantastic! We especially loved the balcony—it was spacious and had high-quality chairs that made it a great spot to relax. While there were a few things we didn’t love, we would definitely consider staying here again.
The on-site food was overpriced for the quality, and a 20% tip was automatically added to every bill. This was clearly noted on our breakfast receipts but not as obvious at lunch, which caused a bit of confusion. Since we only stayed a couple of days, we didn’t use the kitchen, but next time we’d plan ahead with groceries or use a food delivery service—it would cost about the same and likely be better quality.
One downside was the lack of a box fan in the room. The AC struggled to keep up, and it got uncomfortably hot at night. Also, the parking spots were way too small. It was stressful to handle the parking garages!
Still, the location and amenities made for a mostly great stay. I would recommend Island Vista Resort to others.