Ballaban Vacations from $385

It’s coming back to life: a lot of remodel, nice rooms ,good job w special events (NFR)

No signage out front or anyone to welcome you. It’s a hotel mixed with mostly residential so the hospitality isn’t there. When I finally found what I thought the check in counter was, there was a rep at the counter on her computer, attending no one physical there and I waited 5 mins to be greeted. No welcome or I’ve reached the right place. Once I told her I was there to check in, the room wasn’t ready and I asked if I can leave the bags and use amenities until ready and she said of course with no direction. Said once I bring the bags she will tell me everything and when I returned she was out to lunch. Didn’t tell us where the parking was or elevators nothing. The building is clearly catered to residents and not so much as a hotel. There were two lovely gentlemen to assist when I returned and were extremely nice and finally explained the amenities and area . The pool was not heated and tiles are extremely slippery and dangerous when walking on them wet.

Really great spot. Love the low key aesthetic and cool design. The tiles in the bar area are great. Nice breakfast spot by pool, and beach club is outstanding. Only small issue is there were a bunch of loud little kids shouting and cannon-balling into the pool. Super disruptive to the peaceful setting and zero was done to ask the kids to chill just a bit. Overall - super spot and renovation has made it a gem again.

Clean room. Quiet despite facing US1. Walked to dinner and our kayak adventure