What's included with a room and what costs extra
Rooms at Abbey Resort and Avani Spa include the booked guest room (Room, Resort View; Room, Pool View; Room, with Sofa bed, Pool View; Room, with Sofa bed, Harbor View; Room, Harbor View), complimentary Wi‑Fi, in‑room bottled water and access to pools and the fitness center as covered by the nightly resort fee. Meals, spa treatments, some spa day passes, boat rentals and special packages, early check-in (fee), and some activity extras cost extra.
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What the nightly resort fee covers
A nightly resort fee covers a set of standard guest conveniences rather than meals. Items consistently listed as included are property Wi‑Fi, fitness center access, in‑room bottled water, valet parking, newspapers in the lobby, pool access and scheduled shuttle service.
The resort fee amount and exact inclusions can vary by booking channel; ask BookResorts or the resort front desk for the current fee and a full list when you book or check in.
- Wi‑Fi throughout the property (free for guests)
- Fitness center access (guests 16+ for gym use)
- In‑room bottled water
- Valet parking (self‑parking also available)
- Newspapers in lobby
- Pool access and scheduled shuttle service
| Included | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Available propertywide at no extra charge |
| Fitness center | Life Fitness gym; guests 16+ |
| Pool access | Indoor and seasonal outdoor pools covered; Avani Atrium pool is separate (see spa section) |
Room basics and what’s already in your room
Your booked room type is included in the rate (use the exact room names above when booking). Typical in‑room items noted in property materials include a coffee setup, desk, seating and bottled water provided as part of the resort fee.
Some rooms have balconies or patios; the property advises confirming suitability for very young children before arrival. The resort is smoke‑free throughout guest rooms and common areas.
- Room types: Room, Resort View; Room, Pool View; Room, with Sofa bed, Pool View; Room, with Sofa bed, Harbor View; Room, Harbor View
- In‑room bottled water (part of resort fee)
- Coffee/tea setup and basic room amenities
- Balcony or patio available in some rooms — check child safety suitability
| Room feature | Included? |
|---|---|
| Balcony/patio | Depends on room (confirm when booking) |
| Extra bedding (sofa bed) | Included in Room, with Sofa bed types |
| Housekeeping | Included with the room rate |
Dining: what costs extra
Meals are not included in standard room rates unless you purchase a specific package. The resort operates multiple on‑site venues—240° West, Waterfront Restaurant & Bar, Bar West, Café Latte and the seasonal Gazebo Grille—where food and drinks are charged separately.
Full breakfast and à la carte dining pricing are paid at the restaurant or added to your room folio; the resort lists approximate breakfast pricing ranges on third‑party sites, but confirm current menus and prices with the restaurant or concierge.
- 240° West: breakfast and dinner (reservations recommended; hours seasonal)
- Waterfront Restaurant & Bar: casual lunch/dinner; walk‑in friendly
- Bar West: lounge food and drinks (limited nights/hours)
- Café Latte: coffee and pastries in the lobby
- Gazebo Grille: seasonal poolside snacks and cocktails (summer only)
| Venue | Typical cost status |
|---|---|
| 240° West | Meals charged separately; reservations recommended |
| Waterfront Restaurant & Bar | Walk‑in dining; meals charged separately |
| Gazebo Grille | Seasonal; poolside items charged separately |
Avani Spa: included access vs paid treatments
Avani Spa is a separate full‑service facility. Booking a spa service of a certain minimum value typically includes complimentary access to the Avani Atrium adult area (pool, whirlpool, sauna, salt and steam rooms) for guests aged 16 and older.
If you do not book an eligible spa treatment, a spa day pass is available on site only (not sold in advance) for a published on‑site price that varies by day of the week; availability can be limited on busy weekends and holidays.
- Complimentary Avani Atrium access: included when you book a qualifying spa service (minimum spend applies)
- Spa day pass: sold only on‑site the day of use (price varies by weekday vs weekend)
- Spa treatments (massages, facials, bodywork) are charged separately; gratuity is customary and not included
- Avani Spa guests may use the private adults‑only Atrium pool and wellness areas
| Service | Included or Extra |
|---|---|
| Spa treatment (massage, facial, etc.) | Extra — charged per service |
| Avani Atrium access (with qualifying service) | Included with qualifying service for guests 16+ |
| Spa day pass (no service booked) | Extra — purchased on site, subject to availability |
Pools, kids' facilities and ages
The resort has multiple pool areas: two seasonal outdoor pools (one family, one adults‑only), an indoor pool with a children's wading area and waterslide, plus the separate Avani Atrium adults‑only pool for spa guests 16+. Outdoor pools operate seasonally (summer months).
Pool access for resort guests is included via the resort fee, but some specialty or adults‑only pool areas (Avani Atrium) require spa booking or a paid day pass. Children’s amenities (wading pool, toys, arcade) are part of the family offerings.
- Indoor pool: family use, wading pool and waterslide
- Outdoor pools: seasonal (June–September) — family pool and separate adults‑only pool
- Avani Atrium pool: adults only (16+) — access with qualifying spa service or day pass
| Pool | Access |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool + wading pool | Included for resort guests (resort fee) |
| Seasonal outdoor family pool | Included for resort guests (seasonal) |
| Avani Atrium (adults 16+) | Included only with qualifying spa booking or paid day pass |
Activities, rentals and event spaces that cost extra
On‑site and nearby activities like boat rentals from Abbey Harbor, narrated lake cruises, zipline packages, golf tee times, and special event use (ballrooms, private meeting rooms, wedding venues) are priced separately from room charges and the resort fee.
Some packages pair lodging with an activity (for example, the Zipline Adventure package) and may include modest credits for dining; confirm what the package price includes before booking.
- Boat rentals at Abbey Harbor are extra and charged per rental vendor or through the marina
- Zipline Adventure package: combined overnight + full zipline tour (package price contains activity; confirm included dining credit)
- Golf and tee times, narrated lake cruises, and guided tours are separate bookings and fees
- Meeting and wedding venues: spaces and catering are priced separately
| Activity | Included with room? |
|---|---|
| Boat rental from Abbey Harbor | Extra — rented/charged separately |
| Zipline Adventure package | Extra — package pricing includes activity (check details) |
| Meeting/wedding space rental | Extra — venue and catering priced separately |
Policies and common extra fees to expect
Standard check‑in begins at 4:00 PM and check‑out is 11:00 AM; early check‑in may be arranged for a fee (reported around $50), subject to availability. A deposit and cancellation terms typically apply at booking—confirm amounts and timeframes with the booking agent.
Pets are not allowed (service animals per ADA are permitted). Guests must present government‑issued photo ID and a credit card at check‑in for incidental charges. The resort accepts major cards and cash for payment.
- Early check‑in: possible for a fee (example figure reported on third‑party sites; confirm at booking)
- Deposit requirement: typically a one‑night deposit plus resort fee and taxes (confirm with BookResorts)
- No pets allowed; service animals exempt from fees
- Incidentals: credit card or cash required at check‑in
| Policy/Item | Typical status |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to check in | Generally listed as 18; some sources show 21 — confirm with resort |
| Parking | Valet and free self‑parking available; valet included in resort fee |
| Spa day pass purchase | Sold on site only, not in advance |
