8.4/10 Very Good! (917 reviews)
We stayed at Sundial Lodge last year and had such a wonderful experience that we were really excited to return this year! Overall, our stay was good. The property was clean, the staff was friendly, and we enjoyed our time there.
However, I was completely caught off guard at check-in when I was required to pay a $200 refundable security deposit to cover potential damages or incidentals. We weren’t required to pay this during our previous stay, so I hadn’t budgeted for it. Unfortunately, that $200 was essentially all of my spending money for the weekend, which put a damper on a trip we had been looking forward to.
The deposit has since been returned to my bank account, which I appreciate. While I understand the purpose of a security deposit, having that money unexpectedly tied up for the duration of our stay significantly affected our experience.
I wanted to share this so other travelers, especially families traveling on a budget, know to prepare for this additional upfront expense. Although we enjoyed the property itself, this experience has made me hesitant to book another stay.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2026
