I'm really worried that people will continue to get this place confused with the old Summer Bay Resort that was on Winnick Avenue. They have now moved across the street to Koval Lane and the old resort has been removed from the land completely. The NEW resort is wonderful. As one worker said to me, they've gone from the outhouse to the penthouse.
This resort is set up like many timeshare places , with buildings circling a pool and whirlpool. I believe that, when all renos are completed, there will be 4 or 5 pools in total.
We stayed in a completely renovated one-bedroom in Bldg. 16. I don't believe they are all renovated yet so you should request a renovated unit. We did and had no difficulty. There are three levels in each building but there are no elevators - this is impt. to know for people with mobility issues.
Main points:
- The grouds are lovely. Some work is ongoing.
- Our renovated unit was beautiful. As nice as any 5-star hotel room. However, you also have the added convenience of a fully equipped kitchen if you want to cook. We also used the barbecue outside.
- There is a balcony for each unit.
- The air conditioning unit worked beautifully. I was confused about getting it to work my first night there and called for help. A maintenance guy showed up within 5 minutes.
- The staff were all very friendly.
- There are golf-type carts that will drive you around the resort - to and from the main entrance. You can book these to pick you up but we were offered rides all the time when we were walking.
- There is a shuttle to the grocery store (Von's) every morning. You have to book this the day before.
- There are regular shuttles to the outlet center and Fremont Street which you also have to book.
- There are regular shuttles to the street which you do not have to book.
- Free wireless Internet in the rooms.
- Ample parking if you have your own vehicle.
This resort is only a 10 minute walk to the Strip and, yet, feels like a complete getaway from the pace of the Strip when you've had enough. You can hang out by the pool all day and feel like you're in the Carribean somewhere (except there's no ocean of course!).
I would highly recommend this resort to anyone.