Booking Policy

Reservation guidelines and payment terms

Please review our booking policies carefully before making your reservation. These policies help ensure a smooth experience for all our guests.

Last updated: August 24, 2025 | This document contains our complete booking policies.

Current Reservation Process

  • No Advance Payment Required: Full payment due upon check-in at the resort
  • Payment Methods: Cash, credit card, debit card, or bank transfer accepted at check-in
  • Confirmation: Email confirmation sent immediately after booking request

1. Reservation Requirements

  • Advance Booking: Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance
  • Guest Information: All guests must be registered at check-in with valid government-issued identification
  • Occupancy Limits: Maximum occupancy per room/unit as specified in room descriptions must not be exceeded

2. Payment Terms

  • Payment Timing: Full payment due at check-in before room keys are provided
  • Accepted Methods: Cash, credit card, debit card, bank transfer
  • Currency: All payments in local currency; foreign currency subject to current exchange rates
  • No Advance Payment: No reservation fee or deposit required to secure booking

3. Cancellation Policy

  • Free Cancellation: Cancel anytime before check-in with no penalty since no advance payment is required
  • No-Show: No financial penalty as no advance payment was made
  • Courtesy Notice: Please notify us as early as possible if canceling to help other guests
  • Force Majeure: Cancellations due to emergencies, natural disasters, or government travel restrictions are always accepted

4. Modifications and Changes

  • Date Changes: Subject to availability; may require rate adjustment based on new dates
  • Room Upgrades: Available at check-in based on availability for additional fee
  • Guest Count Changes: Must be reported 24 hours in advance; additional guests subject to extra charges
  • Modification Fees: Changes made within 48 hours of arrival subject to $25 administrative fee
  • Downgrades: Rate adjustments for smaller accommodations processed as partial refunds

5. Food & Beverage Policy

  • Outside Food Welcome: Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and beverages
  • No Corkage Fee: No additional charges for bringing your own food, drinks, or alcoholic beverages
  • Free Kitchen Utensils: Complimentary use of cooking utensils, plates, cups, and basic kitchenware available
  • Kitchen Facilities: Shared kitchen spaces available for guest use with refrigeration and cooking facilities
  • Clean-Up Policy: Please clean up after use to keep facilities available for all guests

6. Special Circumstances

  • Weather Policy: No refunds for mild weather conditions; severe weather advisories allow full refund
  • Health Requirements: Guests showing symptoms of contagious illness may be refused service for safety of all guests
  • Property Damage: Guests responsible for any damage to resort property; charges will be assessed separately
  • Noise Policy: Quiet hours 10 PM - 7 AM; violations may result in immediate eviction
  • Pet Policy: Pets welcome with advance notice; must be kept on leash in common areas

7. Group Bookings

  • Group Definition: 5+ rooms or 10+ guests
  • Group Rates: Special pricing available for groups of 10+ guests with 30-day advance booking
  • Group Payment: Full payment due at check-in, same as individual bookings
  • Group Cancellations: Free cancellation with advance notice; contact directly for coordination
  • Event Space: Common areas available for group events with advance arrangement

8. Recreational Facilities and Safety

Swimming Pool Policy

  • Hours of Operation: 6 AM - 10 PM daily
  • Adult Supervision Required: Children under 16 must be supervised by adult at all times
  • No Lifeguard on Duty: Swimming at your own risk; resort not responsible for accidents or injuries
  • Pool Rules: No running, diving in shallow areas, glass containers, or food in pool area
  • Safety Equipment: Life rings available; guests responsible for own safety
  • Pool Closure: Resort reserves right to close pool for maintenance, weather, or safety concerns

Kayak Usage Policy

  • Equipment Rental: Available during daylight hours with signed waiver required
  • Age Restrictions: Minimum age 12; under 18 requires parent/guardian signature
  • Safety Requirements: Life jackets mandatory (provided); guests must demonstrate basic swimming ability
  • Weather Conditions: Kayak rental suspended during adverse weather, high winds, or unsafe water conditions
  • Equipment Responsibility: Guests liable for lost, damaged, or stolen equipment at replacement cost
  • Time Limits: Maximum 4-hour rental periods; late returns subject to additional fees

General Recreational Liability

  • Assumption of Risk: All recreational activities undertaken at guest's own risk
  • Liability Waiver: Required for all recreational facility usage
  • Insurance Recommendation: Guests advised to verify personal insurance coverage for recreational activities
  • Emergency Procedures: Emergency contact information posted at all recreational areas
  • Facility Condition: Report any unsafe conditions to management immediately

9. General Terms and Conditions

  • Check-in: 2 PM standard; early check-in available subject to room availability and administrative approval
  • Check-out: 12 PM (noon) standard; late check-out subject to availability and additional fee
  • Early Check-in Policy: Available only when no previous guest occupied the room and minimum 1-hour cleaning period has been completed; subject to administrative approval at no additional charge
  • Resort Rules: All guests must comply with posted resort rules and staff instructions
  • Right to Refuse: Resort reserves right to refuse service or terminate stay for policy violations
  • Privacy: Resort respects guest privacy within legal requirements and safety considerations
  • Photography: Resort may use common area photography for promotional purposes; notify management if you prefer exclusion

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