Amanda’s place is perfect for a LUXURIOUS oceanfront retreat. The 41st floor feels like the top of the world with comfy furniture, tables, and views for miles! From the gorgeous wrap around deck, we could see schools of fish, manta rays, the sandbars and even a nurse shark. The ocean water is crystal clear, seaweed free, and mellow smooth—no wet suit needed. Bring your mask and snorkel (or grab one at the Resort gift shop)** and if you swim past the sand bar, you will be amazed with the sea life (water is about 12 feet deep past sand bar). Beach is pristine and groomed each morning; shell picking is best around 6:45am. Bedrooms are quite spacious, modernly decorated, and sumptuous. The master bedroom has it’s own door to the deck, a king sized “power bed” controlled with remote to raise feet, sit up, etc… It also has a trundle bed for additional guests. There is only one small dresser in the master, but we found ample drawer space in the bathroom and hanging space in the hallway closet. The second bedroom is set up much the same as the master and there is a 6 drawer dresser for LOTS of storage space. Set your alarm if you want to see the spectacular sun rise because the beds, 600 count sheets, bathrobes, and black out curtained rooms are so cushy and luxe, you will be tempted to sleep the day away. Each room also has a huge flatscreen TV with FREE access to Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Hallway closet has tons of wooden hangers, extra pillows, sheets, blankets, beach towels… as well as an ironing board + iron. There are two bins of “swim” toys for younger kids: floaties, buckets, sandals + shovels. Bathrooms are super clean and equipped with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, towels, toilet paper, poo-pourri, SUNSCREEN (a big plus) and shaving gel. There are “waterfall” shower heads in both bathrooms as well as a bathtub in the master; turn the handle to the right for hot water. Floor length mirror, make up mirror, large vanity mirrors, and ample drawer space in the bathroom made is easy to unpack and store personal toiletries, swim suits, pajamas, shorts, tanks. The posh living area is anchored by an extra large buttery soft leather sofa complete with fluffy pillows and blankets for snuggling. The kitchen is stocked (wine bottle openers, spatulas, hot pads, silverware, saute pans, pizza pan, can openers, storage containers, etc)… There is a Kuerig station with tea, coffee, hot chocolate. A traditional spice rack as well as sugar, salt, pepper and hot tea in the cabinet. If you plan on sautéing, make sure to grab your own oil or butter. Below the kitchen sink you’ll find wipes and dish soap. The pool and bar, Terrazas, on the 9th floor rooftop are a fantastic hang out spot after a day of snorkel. The mahi-mahi sandwich is the BEST; thick and juicy filet with fresh greens. Two infinity edge pools with ocean views, cabanas, lounges + hot tub were the perfect way to end the day before retreating back to our 41st floor paradise to catch a private sunset from the deck. Make sure you have flip flops and a COVER UP if you are heading to the beach because the hotel lobby requires a dress code. In other words, don’t treck out to the beach barefoot with a towel. :D There is also a sushi restaurant, ETARU on the property which sits even closer to the ocean than Terrazas. A fully equipped fitness center and a spa are also available. Both were immaculate. Amanda’s place has a regular sized washer and dryer! This was amazing because we did ALL of our vacation laundry before we returned home (BONUS)!!!! The elevator might seem a little tricky (based on some of the reviews), but it really isn’t. There is a “residence/owner” elevator at one side of the property which requires a key card scan to access the buttons. There’s another bank of “guest” elevators at the other end of the property. Our key card worked great the FIRST time we used the “residence/owner” side and quickly whipped us up to the 41st floor. When the elevator door opens to the Amanda’s residence, there is a small foyer with a mirror, bench, and door to the penthouse. The actual residence is locked and unlocked with an electronic keypad. However, the “residence” elevator had some issues: our key card scan did not always work to beam us up; but it had nothing to do with Amanda’s penthouse—even the hotel security’s key card scan was not working to access the buttons. An easy fix for us was to use the “guest” elevators. These did not require a key card scan, and you could simply beam up to the 41st floor on the “guest” side and walk over to the “residence/owner” side. We NEVER had to wait for an elevator. Amanda keeps the door from the “guest” side to the foyer of her penthouse on the “resident/owner” side unlocked which makes for quick access to the foyer and locked residence door keypad. **the Hyde gift shop is a HIDDEN treasure. It’s located on the residence/owner side of the property BEHIND the concierge desk. A little confusing to find, but worth the adventure. The shop is stocked with anything you’d need including hand beaded Italian swimwear, gorgeous silky cover ups, snorkel gear, aspirin, allergy meds, sunglasses—both high end for mom and dad and super inexpensive for kids— Hats, visors, flip flops, towels, toys, jewelry and token souvenirs are also available. Stop in there, the owner also offers a discount for purchases over 25 dollars, so ask her for it! There is no land line in Amanda’s place. To call for your valet, use your cell to dial: 754-201-2040, extension 143. To order room service, call the same number from your cell (I don’t remember the extension). Valet is 28 dollars daily. Give Amanda your receipt...