Where do I even start? Surf & Sand Resort was everything I hoped it would be ... and more. We booked just one night on 3/21/26, and honestly, I'm already wishing it had been longer. From the moment we arrived to the very last second of our stay, the service was nothing short of phenomenal. Valet, check-in, room service, pool staff, etc. Every single person we encountered made us feel genuinely welcomed. A special shoutout to Splashes Restaurant. Their brunch was easily one of the best breakfasts I've had in a long time. And then... the room. Management graciously upgraded us to the penthouse, and I was completely speechless. The ocean views alone were unforgettable. To make it even more special, the room was beautifully set up with flower petals and candles everywhere. Tt felt incredibly romantic and thoughtful, and truly elevated our anniversary celebration. My wife's reaction was worth it all! My wife and I also treated ourselves to a spa day, and it was just as incredible. Lana was my therapist, and her hands were magic. I've had plenty of massage therapists in my life, but she has to be the best one yet. As a blue-collar worker, I carry a lot of tension, and she left me feeling amazing after our appointment. Lana, thank you as well! I truly can't thank the team enough for helping my wife and me celebrate our 2-year wedding anniversary in such a special way. This trip gave us a core memory we'll never forget. To everyone there, thank you. You were incredible. We'll definitely be back soon. read more

I visited the place to celebrate my friend's birthday, and we arrived in a convoy of 5 cars. However, the parking attendant told us that the parking lot was full. As I waited for my friend, I noticed that the attendant was only allowing American customers to use the valet service. This blatant display of racism was appalling. read more

We went for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon and had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our meal. I had the tomato risotto, which was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The fish tacos were also very good. One pleasant surprise was the salsa--it was fresh, flavorful, and had an authentic homemade taste. The mango turmeric lemonade tasted fresh, healthy, and refreshing. What truly made this dining experience special, though, were the magnificent views overlooking the ocean waves. The beautiful scenery elevated the entire meal and made it a memorable experience. read more

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For the reputation and pricing of Surf & Sand, this experience was extremely disappointing. The staff was professional and courteous throughout my stay, which makes it even more frustrating that the overall experience fell so far short. My room appeared to be next to what sounded like a utility or service room, and there was loud equipment noise running throughout the entire night. Sleeping was nearly impossible. I reached out to the hotel by both text and email after my stay and was told the matter would be looked into. It has now been over a week with no follow-up or resolution whatsoever. For the rates Surf & Sand charges, guests should not be placed in rooms with constant overnight noise issues, and concerns should certainly not be ignored afterward. Very disappointing experience from a hotel that presents itself as a luxury property. read more

This is what my Dad would call a "1st Class House". Spectacular views, spacious and well appointed rooms, a beautiful pool, friendly and helpful staff and incredible food. I will be back! read more

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Best hotel I've ever stayed at. Staff was friendly everywhere we went. They offer welcome champagne and even cute tote bags as a welcome gift. We got upgraded to a better room with such an amazing view. The hotel has everything you need. Private access to a beach, good food/drinks, amazing views. You can fall asleep to the oceans that right outside. Didn't take advantage of their spa but next time I hope to explore that. Would definitely come back. read more

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This is one of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed at! The views from the oceanfront rooms are out of this world. I appreciated how good all the food was. I didn't have a single bad food item! I wish the service had been a little better when using guest services to get items brought to the room but outside of that everything was amazing. Highly recommend this resort for a relaxing getaway and an oceanfront room on a higher floor is a must! read more

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1st off been coming for 15 years , one of the best locations in so cal , even thou the upgrade to the buildings is great and was well needed especially the ac, the cost is insane, they gave us a generous food credit of 500.00 that got us room service 1 fish taco plate and 3 cheeseburgers, and next day kids pizza and 2 cheeseburgers two cokes and we went 3.00 over the credit of 500.00 that's insane! All the staff has changed except 1 pool server, front desk is brand brand brand new they were clueless about their own property, valet is new but excellent just like the old staff. Over all the hotel is beautiful but feels very corporate and has lost its feel trying to compete with all the other over priced hotels in the area. Think we are officially done with this summer tradition . read more

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach - Resorts Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Love, love, love this place! The ambiance is fantastic with the water view downstairs in the bar area. You're right on the ocean. You can hear the water splashing on the beach. The food is magnificent. The service is exemplary. It's just a great place to hang out. The rooms have magnificent views. There's nothing bad I could say about this location--love, love, love Surf & Sand Resort and its restaurants. read more

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What a beautiful remodel of this incredible landmark hotel in Laguna Beach. This property is gorgeous and the views are spectacular. Splashes the bar has a carefree beach elegant vibe! We ordered cocktails and the halibut tacos they were delicious! Flavorful, with mango salsa. On the bar menu. My suggestion is to order an extra chip order. This is a very beautiful but pricey restaurant. If a prime view of the ocean and elegance is your goal, this is it.. Enjoy the beautiful ocean views of Catalina and the waves there is nothing like this feel in Laguna read more

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Location was amazing with great views of the beach. Our server was so kind and attentive. Although great location, the food was sub par for its prices (I paid 45 with no drink or app). My Halibut Tacos were described as fresh with a tang through the mango salsa but I was met with a chewy oily tortilla that overpowered any flavor the fish had to offer. The chips and salsa ratio was unbalanced as well as i ran out of salsa within the first two bites. Our server although attentive, was not very timely and forgetful as well. Our table had sent back a burger and both times it was served it was well done and not the medium rare as requested. A drink served far after our food was done and when I requested for more salsa for my chips they were simply taken away and the salsa never arrived! If you want a nice view with a cocktail this is the place but for the price I honestly would not dine here again. read more

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Had an amazing stay! The employees were all very cordial and helpful. The hotel is constantly being cleaned and maintained. Jake who works at the Terrace shared with us stories of his child hood where he would swim with the seals which in turn inspired him to want to work at a beach front hotel. Jake further stated that the key to a happy life is a nice cold cup of chocolate milk and a Vegemite sandwich, which I thought was an odd combo. Benjamin was also very helpful. He stated that people constantly confuse him with Benjamin Button which made everyone confused. Would stay here again! read more

What a gorgeous location! I've been looking forward to having dinner here and I'm glad I finally had the chance. If you enjoy seafood, I would most definitely recommend the Branzino. I would however love to recognize Alex, our server, who was so keen to every detail. I don't often frequent the same restaurant, but her service and friendliness will definitely bring me back! read more

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I stayed at the hotel for a baby moon and it was the most memorable experience I've had in a long time. The staff was superb and went above and beyond to make it memorable! The views from the room were absolutely beautiful. Can't wait to visit again. read more

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We had the most wonderful weekend in Laguna. Staff went out of their way to be extra friendly and accommodating. I was nervous for our first vacation with our 11 month old baby but I had nothing to worry about. The staff gave us a crib, a kettle for warming bottles, and smiled and laughed every time my baby made a huge mess for every meal at Splashes which was also so delicious. The automatic shade in the room darkened the room and my baby slept soundly even when it was sunny. Our king bed was so comfy. Get an oceanfront room and fall asleep to the sound of the waves. The staff set up beach chairs on our beach day with a smile and on pool day staff regularly freshened up our towels and cocktails. We were randomly surprised with free things all weekend, like cake, ice cream, chocolates, a beach bag, and even the musician at the terrace sang to my baby and gave him a toy. It was so special. Can't wait to go back! read more

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We stayed at Surf & Sand Resort to celebrate our 10-year anniversary, and it was an unforgettable experience. We were able to book our stay using points, which made the trip even more special. The hotel is absolutely beautiful, exceptionally clean, and incredibly relaxing. The oceanfront setting and peaceful atmosphere made it the perfect place to celebrate such a special milestone. A huge thank you to Ebony, the manager, for going above and beyond to help us switch to a quieter room. We truly appreciated the accommodation, and it made a big difference in our stay. Thanks to her kindness and exceptional customer service, our anniversary was even more enjoyable. The entire staff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. Thank you to everyone at Surf & Sand Resort for making our 10-year anniversary so memorable. We can't wait to come back! read more

I came to Surf & Sand Resort for a birthday dinner and, unfortunately, my experience was negatively impacted before I even made it inside the resort. When I arrived at valet, the attendant, Simon, immediately came across as rude and unprofessional. During our interaction, he made the comment, "Do you want me to park your car or not?", in an aggressive and disrespectful tone. Despite taking my vehicle, he never provided me with a valet ticket. After dinner, when I returned to retrieve my car, Simon asked me for the valet ticket that he had never given me. Rather than acknowledging the mistake or working toward a solution, he became increasingly confrontational and continued escalating the situation. He ultimately threatened to call security and then did so over an issue that resulted from his own failure to provide the required ticket. What made the situation even more disappointing was that while I was speaking with the manager about my experience, Simon stood nearby laughing. Another valet also remarked that this was not the first time there had been issues involving him, which made the interaction even more concerning. This was supposed to be a special birthday celebration, but the experience with valet left a lasting negative impression. At a luxury resort, guests should be treated with professionalism, courtesy, and respect from the moment they arrive. I hope management takes this feedback seriously, reviews the incident, and addresses the conduct displayed. No guest should have to deal with this type of treatment simply for using the resort's valet service. read more

Amazing resort, we had a great time there the splashes restaurant, the view, the food, the beer and wine selection real good. The food is amazing. They have a new menu. We love it! We were able to watch some dolphins showing off while we were having dinner. It was great. Right place at the right time! read more

Surf and Sand did an incredible job hosting my Cousin Helentina's Wedding this month at their divinely elegant resort!!! We definitely recommend Surf and Sand for a wedding venue because of the new and fresh magnificently luxurious Vibrations and lovely professionally courteous poise of the Staff. Surf and Sand helped make Helentina's Wedding such a powerfully moving and effortlessly easy Adventure for every Guest attending that evening! Valet Services assisted us in parking our Car upon arrival and Team Members welcomed us in enthusiastically and offered us beverages while we gathered inside to take Family Photos. The Ceremony took place on a gorgeous Balcony with a Phenomenally Romantic View of Laguna Beach and Cocktail Hour and Dinner Reception was so pleasantly enjoyable thanks to the wonderful Kitchen and Serving Staff! (Special Shout out to Bartenders Alejandro and Roberto for making our drinks with such focused and entertaining finesse, and Antonia for being an exceptionally sweet and engaging Server!) All the Hor Dourves were so yummy and carefully planned and executed for every Guest to have plenty while socially jamming after the Ceremony ;0) We loved the Poke Tacos, Bruschetta Bites, Mac and Cheese Balls, Sushi Bar, and glass flutes filled with Apple Cider and Champagne glasses to sink into an evening of endless fun and bonding with both sides of the bride and grooms families! The Bathrooms were pristine and well stocked and there was even a Pho Bar waiting for us on our way out set up beside warm and Romantic Fire Pits! We loved all the playfully cozy and upbeat Songs buzzing through the Resort from the live Musicians hired to perform in the Outdoor Patios to enhance the Mood for all the Guests staying at the Resort too. It's very clear that Surf and Sand was masterfully designed to give every Guest a Five Star Staycation experience and make Weddings as positively joyful and Romantically healing as possible!! Definitely consider booking them for your next Special Event or Weekend Getaway for a mindfully healing reset!! read more

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I stay at The Surf & Sand every time I visit Laguna & have nothing but great things to say Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff & always have an amazing time at the beach & pool Shoutout to Hannah at the front desk. She has went above & beyond for me multiple times to get me the best room & always makes sure we're having a good time I recommend The Surf & Sand Resort if you're staying in Laguna Beach. Tough to beat it! read more

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This is like my favourite short distance get away to decompress. We have stayed here many times. I usually celebrate my birthday here. I love how the water is right below us. They gave this hotel a whole new makeover. That also means the room rates went up to double what we used to pay. The lobby now opens up to a beautiful view of the ocean. The rooms are really nice. We always request for the same room every time. Great view of the ocean and spectacular sunsets from your balcony and bedroom. Big sunken tub, spacious shower, and separate toilet which is always a plus. They offer free coffee and water in the rooms. Everyone from the valet, front desk, the hostesses, the servers in the restaurant Splashes, the in-room dining staff, and the housekeeping crew are all amazing and friendly. If you've never stayed in this hotel before - I highly recommend you give it a try. You will want to go back again and again. Just hearing the sounds of the waves puts me to sleep at night. read more

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I like the vibe here and the spectacular view of the beach. The concierge (who looked like a celebrity), sweet guy who offered to take some family photos. read more

Beautiful hotel overall, but customer service really dropped the ball with the room view issue and the missing daily credit. Would've happily returned if not for the hassle. read more

We had our wedding here on June 1st. I believe we were the second wedding right after they completed renovations. There were quite a few hiccups when it came to nailing down which reception and cocktail hour space we would have which was stressful. However, the shining beacon in all of this was their catering manager/event coordinator Tiffany! She was literally like my fairy god mother of the wedding. She was so proactive in her communication, such an incredibly genuine sweetheart she made the whole experience amazing! She made sure everyone knew the proper timing of events and that everything was running smoothly. I really cannot thank her enough for all of her help on the day off, her quick responsiveness to concerns I had throughout the day. We kept thing very simple, we wanted the location and beauty of the venue to shine. They really pretty much provide everything you need for your wedding. We are a low key couple and don't like too much decoration so just some florals and petals and we were all set. The resort is stunning the location cannot be beat and we had a magical day from start to finish. Every single team member at Surf and Sand was so nice and lovely we really cannot say enough about it. We truly enjoyed getting to stay at the resort for our wedding night because you really cannot beat waking up as Mr. & Mrs. with the waves crashing outside your window. read more

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We stayed three nights in room 242. The hotel is beautiful and looks just like the pictures on their website. The hotel staff was amazing. They were friendly, attentive and went above and beyond to accommodate guests needs. ***The only suggestion is to provide complimentary freshly brewed coffee in the morning and serve it in the lobby. Almost all high end resorts provide coffee free of charge. They have a coffee shop on the property and a small cup was $6 and large cup $8. No free refills. We spent $40 daily on coffee. This was disappointing. read more

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Just spent a beautiful weekend at Surf and Sand Laguna Beach. This resort is exquisite. This newly renovated property has thought of everything. From the moment you walk into your room and the blinds automatically open up to give you the most beautiful ocean view, to the comfy beds and pillows (I really want to find out how to buy these pillows...please help me), to all little switches that control every aspect of the room including a night light for the bathroom. While sitting in your room or on the balcony you feel as if you are on a ship with this beautiful ocean view and the sound of the waves crashing. The staff is top notch here with everyone going out of their way to make sure all of your needs are met. The breakfast and dinner at Splash restaurant were fabulous with great views. I cannot recommend this place enough....I will certainly return. read more

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Friendly service, great location within walking distance to many coffee shops & restaurants, pretty rooms with insanely gorgeous views of the ocean. Pics are of views from our balcony read more

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Gorgeous views, delicious food and amazing drinks!! I can't wait to spend another summer day here! read more

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Went to surf and sand to celebrate my friends birthday. The food is good but the views are what makes Surf and Sand exceptional. We ordered the crispy chicken burger and regular cheeseburger. The service was great and all the servers were super friendly. read more

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I spoke to Celeste over the phone to book my room. She was so helpful and so knowledgeable. She seemed so passionate about the hotel the way she spoke about it and I think that's such an amazing customer service !!!! Celeste you're the best !!!!!! I really enjoyed talking to you!!!!! read more

Came here for our anniversary last night. Air-conditioning was not working properly. I called the front desk and they would not walk me through how to operate the thermostat but said that maintenance would come. Nobody came. Toilet was leaking. Bathtub was dirty. Shower did not work properly. I would not return Ever. read more

Me, my fiancé, and our four-legged best friend stayed at Surf & Sand for the first time in September 2025, and this place will always hold a special place in my heart. This is where I got proposed to--right on the beach--which made the trip unforgettable. I can honestly say this was the best stay and the best trip of my life. A huge thank you (first and foremost - glory to God) and to Chris for helping make it so special! The views were absolutely stunning, the hotel was spotless, and the staff was so accommodating--they even brought us water bottles whenever we called and requested it. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and falling asleep with the windows open while listening to the waves crash was pure perfection. If you gave me the choice between a trip to Italy or staying at Surf & Sand, I wouldn't hesitate for a second--I'd choose Surf & Sand every time. We will be back for our honeymoon for sure! read more

Great place to stay for the Patent of the Masters art show. Great reatauranta nearby and so is the beach. Love it. Will stay there next year as well.... read more

Excellently situated resort in Laguna Beach. Stunning ocean views. The property is recently renovated, or at least partially, and the rooms are exquisite. Well appointed luxury that is finally commensurate with this iconic property. The staff and service are excellent. Not everything was perfect, but any matter is quickly and professionally addressed. The Surf and San resort has really upped its game. This property is well worth the visit. read more

I am writing this review to help others be aware of the safety and security that this hotel has in placed for guests. And the horrible service we received after the incident. I booked this hotel to celebrate my husband's birthday. It was an overnight stay as the rooms are very pricey. I booked the Oceanview King and additional celebratory add ons like the wine and chocolates (w/ an additional fee of course!) to get the best possible stay and experience. We arrived on the 6th of November last year. Right after we checked in we headed to Splashes restaurant an early dinner celebration. After the dinner we are heading back to our room, we are kind of lost because the way the hotel was constructed we are supposed to be on the other side of the building. As we are trying to look for our room, we are in the middle of 4th and 5th floor, and realized we need to go back where we came from as we are in the wrong building. My husband went first and as soon as he turned back and go down the stairs he slipped and he never get the chance to grab the railings. There is a smooth silver metal on each step and that caused him to slip, the railings are also damp and wet. He fell down as soon as he turned and move his leg from top to bottom stairs. There is 7 steps coming down the stairway, his cellphone was on his back pocket and after the incident his phone is warped and bent. I yelled and a housekeeper/ worker came in rushing. He also mentioned a lot fell down on the same stair esp his co-workers. He called the security and a guy came to check my husband at the scene of the accident. He asked questions and headed us back to our room. We were given ice bucket in our room instead of ice packets to tend his bruises. The security guy came with another guy ( that looks like head of security) and brought the ice packets, They asked us again a lot of questions and asked us to sign paper which they mentioned part of the incident report. They checked the shoes we wore and even the head of the security made a remark that we had good shoes.It has grip on it. When my husband mentioned his phone and what can we do about it, the other guy mentioned that if we have insurance Apple can replace it for us. They did not offer to bring my husband to the emergency or medical attention ( aside from the ice packet). Before the two security left they mentioned they will check back on him before checking out or leaving tomorrow. We stayed all night on our bed, tending my husband and we were not able to view the sun set. The day came and we checked out. No one came to our room to check on my husband. I even received a message that I can check out thru the app but we decided to come down and personally check out and talk to someone. When we were at the reception the lady who checked us out asked about our stay and I looked at my husband and he told the lady about our experience. The lady at the reception said "sorry about that and that is why you need to grab the railings" We did not appreciate that remark esp if we already told her that my husband slipped as soon as he turned .The railings are wet and damp even the stairs. I have attached photo to show how wet and damp the stairs were. There was no sign for "WET FLOORS" NOTHING! Please take note we paid in full for our bills during check out. We even mentioned someone should be making a follow up check up with my husband but no one came. NO manager on duty came, and no follow up. As to this writing, my husband has been doing treatments, he had CT scan and MRI on his legs, elbow and back. He is schedule for Orthopedic next week. I regret booking this hotel because instead of having a wonderful experience it costs my husband's health and our money. The way the hotel handled this incident is nothing but SHORT!!!!!!!!!! This has been a nightmare and I would have given it zero star but it won't allow me and minimum is 1. Please be aware in going and coming down the stairs or even walking in the facility. They don't care about safety. And as long as I have the voice I will tell anyone I know not to come to this place. I hope this review is helpful to people who are thinking to book in this resort/hotel. Our experience is something to be learnt and a lesson we will take for the rest of our lives. read more

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I lived in Laguna in the 90s and would often go to the top of the Surf & Sand for dinner. Staying there was a dream of mine. Now that I can afford to stay a few nights at this newly renovated resort, I have to say how disappointed I was. I'm basing much of this review on the price per night vs. the overall experience. I expected the "wow" factor. Instead, I had to lug my suitcase up the steps to reach the lobby area. The phone in the room didn't work and would make a dial tone sound even after unplugging the phone jack. None of the staff went out of their way to make it an exceptional experience. Even more distressing, I filled out an opinion card saying these exact things, and I was never contacted by the "resort" management. I no longer want to stay there -- doing so has completely changed my mind. Nor would I ever recommend someone else stay there. read more

Came into town for a birthday drink in a beautiful setting - The bar down by the water was just that, Nicole, our bartender was wonderful, great to talk to and made the time spent there even better! Thank you, Nicole :) read more

Beautiful but a bit overpriced. The ocean front rooms are stunning! Plus, they deliver you chocolate, waters, and linen spray every night. It was definitely a luxurious experience. Throughout our stay we experienced some issues with the room + there's a lot of construction going on. It set off the fire alarm at one point and led to closed down stair wells and a broken elevator. Overall really nice! Just quite expensive for all the construction. read more

We have known and loved Surf and Sand Laguna Beach for more than 15 years. However, in the past three years, this resort has been undergoing major renovation. So, at the beginning of February 2026, we came back for a couple of days to Surf and Sand to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we were absolutely blown away by all the changes. The rooms look beautiful, the bedding is very comfortable, the view from the ocean front suite is mind-blowing, the pool is just perfect, and the beach is absolutely stunning, especially when the sun goes down. The staff is as always super friendly, accommodative and very focused on details. They are eager to help with anything you need. We are local, so we know the area well, which makes it easy for us to choose the right option for the dining. However, we love to dine at the Splash restaurant, located on the first floor of the main building of Surf and Sand. The service at the restaurant is impeccable, the food is really delicious, and the presentation is beautiful. We are recommending Surf and Sand for anyone who is looking for a great resort to stay in this stunning location. read more

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Where to begin?! The Valets (I regret I did not write down their names!!) and Bellmen (Sam and Christopher) among the best! We were welcomed with kindness, enthusiasm, thoughtfulness, and genuine smiles. Thank you to Maxine, Kevin, Allie, Hanna, Sydney and Christina (among other Guest Experience Hosts) for keeping it real and helping us anytime we needed. Special thank you to the Housekeeping folks who kept us stocked up on whatever we needed and taking such good care of us. The day and turndown crew were superb. Special thanks to Marcia. I will no doubt have missed many names of people who made such a wonderful stay so extra special. There were the ladies who were hostesses at Splashes who were terrific as well, in addition to the restaurant manager. Lovely lovely people. The fellas who stocked the towels for the pool and beach. They kept everything ship shape every day. It's a joy to walk through a resort and see the environment clean and orderly and ready for fun. Not to forget the young bartender with the blond mustache who offered me refreshments when I was on the beach and thought nobody noticed me there. So kind and appreciated. I hope my review covers each and every person that I mentioned. If not, I will happily start all over with one review per individual. The choice is yours, but please be aware of how much your entire staff creates a whole, relaxing, special, unique, memorable and cherished experience we look forward to sharing again. Additional acknowledgement to Jordan and Kelsey at the spa!! Thank you for the awesome massage and convos. I appreciate you guys! Can't wait to return to Surf and Sand Resort again someday!! Thank you too for being so sweet and going out of your ways for making our dogs feel special too! Whoever makes those treats is a rockstar! read more

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