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LUX* South Ari Atoll

5.0 star property
Dhidhoofinolhu Island beach resort with 7 restaurants, spa

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Outdoor pool
Fitness facility
Terrace/patio
View from property
7 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Spa
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 7 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Children's club
Feel at home
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The price is NZ$2,829
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 January 2025

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Temptation Pool Villa

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Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 220 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Pool Water Villa

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Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 110 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Water Villa

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 98 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Pool Villa

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 116 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Pavilion

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
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Day bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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LUX* Villa

LUX* Villa

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 360 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Villa

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 95 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 King Bed (Romantic Beach Pool)

Villa, 1 King Bed (Romantic Beach Pool)

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 116 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Lagoon Pavilion)

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 130 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Day bed
Blackout curtains
  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
South Ari Atoll, Dhidhoofinolhu Island

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.) - 64.4 miles/103.6 km

Restaurants

  • Cafe' Lux
  • Mixe
  • Senses Restaurant
  • East Market
  • Amaya Resorts & Spas - Kuda Rah - Main Restaurant

About this property

LUX* South Ari Atoll

Enjoy your visit to Dhidhoofinolhu Island with a stay at LUX* South Ari Atoll. You can visit the spa to be pampered with beachside massages, facials or manicures and pedicures, and MIXE, one of 7 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at LUX* South Ari Atoll are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (some restrictions)

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkelling
Snorkelling excursions

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis

Lessons/classes/games

Pilates
Yoga

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Theme parties

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 193 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer to the property via aeroplane and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property is accessible only by seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE). The flight is 25-35 minutes in duration. Guests must contact the property with their international flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival date so that the property can pre-book seaplane transfers (surcharge). Any flight booking made within 3 days before arrival is subject to availability.
  • Guests will have access to the seaplane lounge at Velana Airport while they wait for their flight to the property. Seaplane transfers are provided by a third party and transfers in connection with all international flights will be arranged by them. Every effort will be made to transfer guests to the resort within 2 hours of their arrival at the lounge. Seaplane operating hours between the resort and the airport are available from 6 AM to 4 PM (during daylight hours only).
  • Seaplane baggage allowance is 44 pounds (20 kilograms) for checked bags, and 11 pounds (5 kilograms) for carry-on bags, per person. Fees of USD 5 per kilogram apply for excess baggage, excluding taxes.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*
  • Children's club*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 7 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Baby bath
  • Bed rails
  • Pushchair

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Volleyball
  • Ecotours
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Motor boating
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Waterskiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Bike hire
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Day bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

LUX* Me Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

Dining

MIXE – This beachfront buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
East Market and East Bar – Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Allegria – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Senses – This beachfront restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Umami – Overlooking the ocean, this diner specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
  • Aeroplane transfer per adult: USD 488 (return)
  • Aeroplane transfer per child: USD 244 (return), from 2 to 11 years old

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 198 per night
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

Also known as

LUX South Ari Atoll Resort Dhidhoofinolhu Island
LUX Hotel Maldives
LUX South Ari Atoll Dhidhoofinolhu Island
Maldives LUX
LUX South Ari Atoll Hotel
LUX South Ari Atoll
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort Villas
LUX* South Ari Atoll Dhidhoofinolhu Island
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort Dhidhoofinolhu Island

Frequently asked questions

Does LUX* South Ari Atoll offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, LUX* South Ari Atoll does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at LUX* South Ari Atoll?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at LUX* South Ari Atoll?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing are available.
What is there to do at LUX* South Ari Atoll and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, sailing and waterskiing and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, ecotours and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. LUX* South Ari Atoll also has 2 bars, a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near LUX* South Ari Atoll?
Yes, there are 7 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around LUX* South Ari Atoll like?
LUX* South Ari Atoll is located a short 1-minute walk from Ari Atoll.

LUX* South Ari Atoll Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The property is beautiful with a lot of dining options.
Jezreel, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Agostinho, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nothing All was as showed and described Great place the getaway with that someone special on your live I will come back several times and enjoyed as the very first time.!!!
Manuel, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property all around. Plenty of food options. I’d definitely recommend the all inclusive deal. Lots of activities for couples and families. Fantastic staff and customer service all around. The island in itself is gorgeous. It’s about 2 km long with a sand bar at low tide that connects it to a neighboring local island (although crossing over is not allowed). Very walkable and they offer club cars and bikes if you prefer not to walk. Diving center and water sports facilities on premises. Highly recommended.
Abdel elah, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Reception staff was not good the Watters bartenders and house keeper were outstanding specially Mode and Jomon a very special thank you to them they made our trip great!!! And welcomed us like family
Brian, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Fantastic location and an amazing place. Staff were so friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay. The only reason I dropped one star overall is that I felt the food and drinks were very overpriced considering the good but not excellent quality. We were stunned by the buffet cost considering we are not big eaters.
Mark, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

dhanesh, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sistla, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tara, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing week. Incredible facilities and staff. Food was outstanding and the diving was the absolute best! Service from all staff was impeccable. Highly recommend Lux to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation!
Tashia, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lux South ari atoll exceeded my expectations in every way. We initially booked because we knew it was near an area where whale sharks are frequently encountered and we wanted an overwater villa with an infinity pool. We booked through hotels.com/Expedia where I have gold status- we received an upgraded villa (from romance to temptation villa) and 20% off of spa services. We also received several branded gifts from the hotel- a caftan, hat, fan, bracelet. The attention to detail was phenomenal- staff knew our itinerary (moving on to a dive liveaboard after the hotel, time and location we needed to be to meet the boat, etc). We were given a concierge at check in which allowed us to communicate via WhatsApp with her the length of the stay. The room: We arrived early (before check in) and our room wasn’t ready yet, so we were assigned a room that we could stay in while waiting for ours to be cleaned. This was on the main island and we thought it was nice overall- it had a very cute private outdoor shower and tub and the decor was nice. When we were brought to our new room, the temptation villa, it was completely unbelievable. There was a sitting area with a cut out in the floor where we could watch the fish swim under the villa. We had the all inclusive package - so the mini bar was included which consisted of various juices and sodas, a bottle of gin and vodka, a bottle of red and white wine, and snacks. The bathroom was MUCH upgraded from the other standard room.
Cassandra, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All i need to say is WOW. The property, the staff, the great variety of food and the villas! The staff at LUX exceeded our expectations which made our honeymoon so perfect. This is the place to go!
Husam, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Elena, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An excellent all around resort to enjoy the sun and the beach in the Maldives. The island is big enough for privacy and seclusion yet intimate and walkable. The all inclusive option is well worth it and the food/drinks are great. I’d highly recommend this property if you’re considering a visit to the Maldives.
Abdel elah, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The property is AMAZING. Our room (the Water Villa) was the most beautiful room I have ever stayed in and I honestly could have stayed in the room the whole time and been happy. Every single restaurant is incredible and delicious. If you just want to eat and relax you'll be in heaven. However if you want activities- the resort also has those. In 5 days I still didn't have enough time to do all I wanted. A lot of the activities overlap which can make it a bit difficult to get to everything. But they are very worth it. The staff is friendly and kind. Special shout outs to Allan the chef, Mofezul the driver, and the marine biologists whose names I forgot. My one complaint is there was a fair bit of miscommunication. I had booked several activities prior to my trip and found that most werent done when I got there. Multiple times staff seemed to be confused on what restaurants were open. We actually gave up the 1st night and just got room service after being taken to 2 closed restaurant. Our honeymoon arrangements werent done though they did get to it later in the week. Because of some cancellations due to poor weather (not the resorts fault of course) I was not able to do manta ray snorkeling or see a manta ray which bummed me out. I must have talked to 3 separate staff members about this. Then as I was waiting for the seaplane to leave the resort, a staff member told me they come to the dock most nights and staff could text me to come see them! That would have been nice to know.
Stephanie Erin, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wow, wow, wow! Resort was amazing! Food and drinks were great! Staff went above and beyond in helping in every way!
Lisa, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Give more water to guests
I am very pleased with the staff,they are friendly,helpful,greetings are superb. The island itself is spectacular. Food can be more varieties,but the easter feast and thai night was great. The only thing i could bring up about is the drinking water. We only get 2 bottles(2L)of water daily for three of us and it was boiling hot there every day. I would say a room should have at least 4 bottles of water each day( provided that all the outdoor walks/ cycling makes u dehydrated,activities and all the walks from wAter villa to reception/beach. I really dont understand water is so basic to a 5star hotel but its so hard to get. One morning i called room service to get me 2 bottles of water and i waited for an hour. No one came so i walk to the housekeeping kiosk myself and ask for water there from staff. Water is so very minimal basic in such hot place Also,one morning we hire kayak So i expect to have water at reception or watersports centre or even the lagoon bar, but they dont provide. Reception said they dont have, cafe Lux said they dont have, lagoon bar said they dont have and at last we begged the water sports centre for water. How bad it feels that i need to beg for water there as im with a kid. Everything was good except i think they need more water stations for guests. That tiny 5litre water dispenser at the beach/ reception with some fruit inside is always drank up/ empty. There should be more water stations on the island.
5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly property - highly recommend!
We stayed at LUX* South Ari Atoll for seven nights on the second/last leg our honeymoon, and it was absolutely wonderful. The property is vast, very well maintained and groomed. The staff was incredibly hospitable and kind, so professional and helpful. Our overwater villa was amazing, so big and designed intentionally with lots of great little details. The food was excellent, there were so many options (highly recommend all-inclusive, not much red tape at all). The spa experience was immaculate (we went a few times). There are so many fun activities and events around the island at all times. Sometimes this stuff is cheesy at certain resorts, but it wasn't here. We played beachside chess, pool, used the gym, played tennis, paddle-boarded, never got to the bocci or badminton courts - there is more than enough to do. The shuttles run up and down the island constantly so it's easy to get around, but we preferred the walking path - everything is stunning. Our favorite part was the staff, everyone was SO great. This trip has a special place in our hearts and we look forward to brining our family back one day. We cannot recommend this property enough, we would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Whitney, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

HENG BENG, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort would come back again
Van Hoang, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing luxurious place! Best trip. The food is amazing. The staff is incredible. Gorgeous nature and water. I do think that rooms can use some upgrading but other than that it’s the most amazing resort!
Anastasia, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nish, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Above and beyond
My stay was the most spectacular, Food, Scenery, Cleanliness, Hospitality, and staff were well above and beyond. From the dock greeting with warm welcomes and best wishes, EVERY SINGLE PERSON on staff made me feel at home as well as VIP. I wish I could give an 8-star review but 5 is the limit. Great amenities or if you just want a lazy day it works out great as well, I think I found a new happy place.
Lagoon villa
Sunrise
Lagoon bar and beach
Franklin, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I needed a well deserved holiday and Lux South Ari Atoll did not disappoint. From the time we arrived until the moment we left it felt like paradise. The weather was perfect even though we went off season. The staff was gracious, courteous and helpful. The food at each establishment was good; some better than others depending on your preference. Our villa was amazing. It was a birthday and wedding anniversary week and they completely were attentive to each occasion. I left with no regrets.
Michael, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The whole property was stunning! Food was amazing and high quality. Babysitting/daycare was the best part of the resort. They were able to take care of my child while my husband and I were about to relax and enjoy the beaches. The staff there went above and beyond. I just wished I stayed longer! Will def be back.
Kimnova, 6-night family trip
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