There is a lot to be said about this stay. First, the view is breathtaking, you really can't beat the view. With that said, we quickly learned the price hike seems to be for just that, the view.
On our arrival day we received multiple emails on how to check in, also noted where to park and who to reach immediately upon an issue. we had an immediate issue. there is construction at the property site resulting in only 1 parking spot. my husband was given a notice he still needed a parking permit to park in the remaining parking area (we waited over a day for a new parking pass). this was poorly communicated in a way that the separate 3rd email indicated construction. this should be included on a future advertisement.
upon entry of the penthouse, note the outside door does not always lock. in fact the lock is very finicky. we tested it multiple times and learned quickly the door had not always locked.
the walls need new paint, and the stairwell is completely chipped. there are cracks on the walls. the dryer had excessive lint remaining. the kitchen is beautiful though the only consistent items are dishware and silverware. there's a rice cooker, with no pot. there are no cookie sheets. while this seems minimal and trivial, we have stayed at other condos for a similar price and there is no comparison. the jot water faucet in the main floor bathroom wiggles and does not work. we love staying in condos. our family always has a great time. but when you're paying near 800-1000$ per night, those little things matter.
for the cost, we expected we really would only need groceries.
the property itself is outdated, and is a shock when you arrive. the photos on the ad do not depict the stay.
my grandkids sweeped the floor every day we stayed due to sand. and we washed pretty much every towel before we departed. there is plenty of space for a family to stay. we pride ourselves on being good guests, we have stayed in many condos and rented out my mother's.
in further research we learned the penthouse was featured in 2018, and it does not present the same way as in the advertisement.
the price is too extreme for just a view.