Age and kids policy at The San Luis Resort
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center is an all-ages resort that welcomes families across most of the property, but it also offers adults-only sections (Club Ten, the Villas, and select Luxury Cabanas at The Cove). The property is not an all-inclusive resort; meals and drinks are not included with standard room rates.
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Who may stay — overall age policy
The San Luis Resort is family-friendly and welcomes guests of all ages across the majority of the property. Up to 2 children aged 17 and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.
There is a minimum check-in age: the person reserving and checking in must be 21 years or older.
- Family-friendly: most hotel areas and restaurants welcome children.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 for the person making/checking in on the reservation.
- Up to 2 children (17 and under) stay free in a parent's room using existing bedding.
| Policy item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Overall property | All-ages (family-friendly) |
| Minimum check-in age | 21 years |
| Children staying free | Up to 2 children (17 and under) with parents, using existing bedding |
Adults-only sections and what that means
Certain parts of the resort are designated adults-only for guests seeking a quieter stay. These include Club Ten (the 10th-floor VIP accommodations) and the Villas, which have restricted access and adult-oriented amenities.
Luxury Cabanas at The Cove and the Villas' private pool are also adults-only; these adults-only designations apply to those specific areas and do not make the entire resort restricted to adults.
- Club Ten: 10th-floor VIP accommodations with VIP services and complimentary valet.
- The Villas: separate, secluded accommodations with private entrance, in-room spa (personal hot tub), and a pool reserved for Villas guests.
- Luxury Cabanas at The Cove: include access to the private plunge pool and are adults-only.
| Adults-only area | Typical features |
|---|---|
| Club Ten (10th floor) | VIP services, adults-only access, complimentary valet |
| Villas | Private entrance, in-room hot tub, pool for Villas guests |
| Luxury Cabanas (The Cove) | Access to private plunge pool; adults-only |
Pools, cabanas and pool rules affecting families
The resort has two outdoor pools, including The Cove (tropical pool) with sun loungers, daybeds, cabanas, and a swim-up bar. Some cabana types and the private plunge pool are restricted to adults.
Pool access is a registered-guest amenity; guests must wear wristbands and follow posted pool rules about swim attire, foot showers, behavior, and no outside food or drink.
- Number of pools: 2 outdoor pools (one is The Cove).
- Cabanas: Regular, Large, and Luxury — the Luxury cabana includes plunge pool access (adults-only).
- Hours: The Cove pool hours and bar hours are posted by the resort (subject to seasonal change).
- Rules: Wristband required, proper swim attire required, use foot showers after the beach, no outside food/beverage, family-friendly conduct enforced.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| The Cove hours | Resort posts seasonal hours (subject to change) |
| Cabanas available | Daily from 9am–8pm (per resort site) |
| Bar hours (Cove Bar) | Open Sun–Thu 11am–12am; Fri & Sat 11am–2am (subject to change) |
Dining and children
The San Luis Resort is not an all-inclusive property—meals and drinks are not included with standard room rates. The resort has multiple on-site dining options suitable for families as well as adults.
Family-friendly dining options include Blake's Bistro and Cup + Cone; The Steakhouse and Grotto maintain dress codes and are better suited for adults or families seeking a more formal meal.
- Blake's Bistro: casual American menu, weekend breakfast buffet (Sat–Sun 7:00am–Noon).
- Cup + Cone: coffee, gelato, pastries (daily 7:00am–7:30pm).
- The Steakhouse and Grotto: evening dining with dress codes (The Steakhouse jacket-preferred; Grotto smart casual).
| Restaurant | Family suitability / notes |
|---|---|
| Blake's Bistro | Casual, family-friendly; weekend breakfast buffet |
| Cup + Cone | Quick treats and gelato; family-friendly hours |
| The Steakhouse / Grotto | Evening dining, dress codes; reservations recommended |
Spa, fitness and age limits
Spa San Luis is reserved for guests 18 and older; children are not permitted in the spa facilities. The spa has set hours and online booking options for weekdays, with phone booking required for some times.
The fitness center and other recreational amenities are available to registered guests; access to some amenities is included as part of the resort fee.
- Spa age policy: guests must be 18 or older to use Spa San Luis.
- Spa hours: Monday–Saturday 10AM–6PM, Sunday 10AM–5PM.
- Fitness center: available to registered guests; access commonly included in the resort fee.
| Amenity | Age restriction / access |
|---|---|
| Spa San Luis | 18+ only |
| Fitness center | Registered-guest access (included in resort fee) |
| Pools / tennis / bicycles | Open to registered guests; some adult-only pool areas exist |
Practical tips for families checking in and booking rooms
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM; the resort's front desk operates 24 hours. Remember the minimum check-in age of 21 for the person making the reservation and checking in.
Room categories vary; families typically choose rooms with two beds or the Room, with Sofa bed, Ocean View (which lists 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed and accommodates up to 3 guests). Cots and extra rollaway beds are not available, so plan around existing bedding.
- Confirm bed configuration when booking: e.g., Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds; Room, with Sofa bed, Ocean View for extra sleeping space.
- No cots/extra beds available — plan for children to use existing bedding or book a larger room category.
- If you want adult-only lodging, request Club Ten or the Villas at booking (these are limited and may have separate access/amenities).
| Room type (examples) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Family-friendly option with two beds |
| Room, with Sofa bed, Ocean View | 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed — listed for up to 3 guests |
| Club Ten / Villas | Adults-only categories — request at booking |
