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Aquarius Club International Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Watamu Beach

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A resort with a pool, thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a stone wall.
A four-poster canopy bed with white railings and a blue and purple bedspread.
A covered outdoor seating area with white sofas and blue cushions, a stone pillar, and a colorful bird sculpture.
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes
A gym with rows of dumbbells and weight plates, a bench press, and a squat rack.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Watamu Coast Road, Watamu, 80202
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruins of Gedi
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View

A room with a bed under a canopy, white walls, and a window with a view.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

A bed with a canopy, a red bedspread, and a pair of rolled towels.

Superior Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Room

A room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Watamu

Beachside getaway.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watamu Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Prawn Lake with a stay here. Also, Mida Creek is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruins of Gedi is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Prawn Lake - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 15 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Malindi Beach - 27 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Beach Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Aquarius Club International Resort

4-star beachfront resort near Watamu Beach
As a guest of Aquarius Club International Resort, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Aquarius Club International Resort. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Aquarius Club International Resort offers 80 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 85 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Aquarius Beach Resort Watamu
Aquarius Club International Resort All Inclusive Watamu
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Aquarius Club International Resort All Inclusive
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Aquarius Club International Resort to the airport?

Aquarius Club International Resort is 12.3 mi (25-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius Club International Resort?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Club International Resort on Jul 18, 2026 start from CA $92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort have an airport shuttle?

Aquarius Club International Resort offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 85 per vehicle.

How close is Aquarius Club International Resort to the beach?

This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Aquarius Club International Resort offer free breakfast?

Aquarius Club International Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Aquarius Club International Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Aquarius Club International Resort?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Aquarius Club International Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort have a pool?

Aquarius Club International Resort features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort have a restaurant?

Aquarius Club International Resort is home to AQUARIUS, which features international cuisine.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, massages, and facials.

How close is Aquarius Club International Resort to downtown Watamu?

Aquarius Club International Resort is 1.1 mi away from Watamu.

Aquarius Club International Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 23 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The say was beautiful, the staff was friendly and helpful and the property was clean. One surprise was that almost all guests where Italian and the food selection at breakfast wasn’t too much. But overall I’ll give it. 9 out of 10
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

SOLE SPIAGGIA E MARE

SOLE SPIAGGIA E MARE . BELLA STRUTTURA RICETTIVA ,CON UN BUON RISTORANTE , SI MANGIA DAVVERO BENE . SPIAGGIE FNATASTICHE , LE MIGLIORI DEL KENYA. OTTIMA ORGANIZZAZIONE , CON MASSIMA DISPONIBILITA' DELLO STAFF .... ITALIANISSIMO !!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna

I choose this Hotel because of the gym pictures on the hotels.com site. THERE IS NO GYM! And they were just sorry, we forgot to take the disinformation from the site. They haven’t had the gym since this January. Hotel didn’t offer me any refund or other option (another gym)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

M S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lindo hotel pero baja calidad para 4 estrellas

El hotel es muy lindo y está bien ubicado, aunque se llama Beach Resort pero no esta en primera fila de playa. Solo hay wifi en la recepción. El desayuno es bastante pobre, nada que ver con la foto que muestran. La pileta cierra a las 6pm lo cual impide usarla luego de la playa
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay. Awesome hosts would go back again and again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Piccolo report a 5 minuti dal mare. Molto curato , in perfetto stile africano Cucina ottima
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villaggio carino, personale disponibile, a pochi passi dal mare grazie al collegamento interno. Buono il cibo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Philippe

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

à éviter

Hotel à éviter le management n'accepte pas les critiques, nous avons fait savoir notre mécontentement de la nourriture, cuisine peu variée à base de plats italiens pas très attrayant ( pâtes et riz à tous les repas c'est dommage dans un pays africain) le restaurant ressemble plus à une cantine de collège qu'a un restaurant d’hôtel. Wifi de très mauvaise qualité et chambres basiques, une chaise pour deux pas de table juste un grand lit; loin de la plage.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Watamu

La posizione del resort è favorevole sia per la spiaggia sia per il centro del paese La camera è confortevole e si dorme tranquillamente su dì un ottimo materasso Ottimo il servizio ristorazione e soprattutto la gentilezza del personale! Reception fantastica! Che dire...straconsigliato!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
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8/10 Good

FEDERICO

Liked: Staff & service

DI CERTO NON CI TORNERO'.

Villaggio vecchio. Per arrivare in spiaggia bisogna fare circa 300 metri attraversando un altro villaggio ( Lily Palm) e un ristorante locale ( Mapango). La spiggia per gli ospiti( in comune fra i due villaggi), non e' pulita adeguatamente. I lettini di legno sono quasi tutti rotti e quindi inamovibili .I materassini sopra i lettini sono rotti e sporchi.Inoltre il personale di servizio in spiaggia si vede solo la sera ,quando alle ore 18 iniziano a chiudere la spiaggia.Per finire la cucina. Colazione scarsa e sempre uguale tutti i giorni.Pranzo e Cena discrete, con diverse varianti di primi, secondi, verdure cotte e crude.I dessert sempre uguali e immangiabili.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Aquarius resort Watamu

Nonostante fossimo arrivati al mattino presto, ci hanno dato subito le camere e la colazione. Per tutto il periodo del soggiorno sono stati sempre disponibili ad esaudire ogni nostra richiesta. Durante i giorni del safari con l'eccellente guida di Alfonso, pur non avendole pagate, ci hanno fatto lasciare le nostre valigie nelle camere e così anche l'ultimo giorno, poiché avevamo il volo la sera tardi. Dotato di ogni comfort, lo consiglio vivamente. Grazie a tutto il personale per l'ottimo servizio
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lamentable

Hotel clos à 300m de la plage avec une piscine privée car la deuxième se trouve en réalité au resort "Lyli Palm" voisin à partager avec leurs clients ! coupures de courant fréquentes avec un groupe électrogène au gasoil qui ne prend pas toujours le relais heureusement vu le bruit et par conséquent pas d'eau dans les chambres car non propulsée, pas de climatisation, ect... Chambres d'un autre temps sans télévision ni téléphone pour appeler réception et salle de bains datant de l'année de construction lointaine ! chauffe eau électrique minuscule vite vide ! "All inclusive" mensongé car en réalité il s'agit d'une pension complète avec uniquement sprite, coca et fanta ! Pour le reste il faut passé à la caisse ! cuisine insipide basique sans intérêt sous forme de buffet avec une viande, toujours la même, un poisson ou des pâtes ! vive l'italie sutout si vous êtes clients car sinon vous resterez sur le carreau surtout si vous avez le malheur de parler à la directrice à propos de votre déception pour son resort 4 étoiles ! nous avons eu juste droit à un "bonjour" et une indifférence totale durant notre séjour et une ignorance totale lors de notre départ devant des clients italiens tant choyer au bar en sa compagnie. Attitude lamentable pour une directrice de resort.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La mia africa

Abbiamo soggiornato 18 notti in questo piccolo diamante africano .personale e staff disponibili e professionali hanno reso unico e speciale il nostro soggiorno in Kenya . Non si tratta del classico resort caraibico tutto animazione e drink ma e qualcosa di diverso che permette di vivere appieno watamu sia per la posizione( situato nel centro del villaggio)che per l atmosfera che si crea un ringraziamento speciale alla proprietaria Elena alla direttrice Manuela e a tutto il meraviglioso staff
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

manuele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

magico kenya

il resort è molto carino e accogliente, il personale è gentile sopratutto alla reception sono molto disponibili!! la cucina è molto buona! Non è vicinissimo al mare ma è proprio nel centro di watamu dove ci sono tante bancarelle!! Siamo rimasti soddisfatti!!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bella location, ottima esperienza..n po lontana dal mare
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Birgit

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Einmal und nie wieder!

Hotel mit Null-Service-Mentalität, selbst Getränke muss man selbst holen. 2 Liter Flaschen mit Cola, Fanta, Sprite stehen auf dem Buffet. Wenn man etwas später zum Essen kommt sind die Getränke warm. Das Essen war durchschnittlich, ungewöhnlich, dass es keine Soßen zu trockenem Fleisch und Reis gab. Und nein, das liegt nicht an Kenia - ich habe bereits rund 25 unterschiedliche Hotels in diesem Land besucht. Das Personal hat sich am Ende der Mittagszeit selbst vom Buffet bedient. Da spricht ja prinzipiell nichts dagegen, jedoch wurde uns nur ungern vom verbliebenen Fleisch kurz vor Speisezeit-Ende auf den Teller gegeben. Man hatte also permanent das unterschwellige Gefühl, man esse den Angestellten das Mittagessen weg. Der angegliederte Strand mit "Mapango Beach Bar" ist rund 500 m Fußweg. Man kann also nicht wirklich von Strandhotel reden. Im Mapango gilt auch das All inc Angebot. Es existiert eine eigene "Hütte", an welcher Getränke im 150 ml Plastikbecher ausgegeben werden. Sofern man Kaffee, Tee oder andere Getränke als stilles Wasser, Fanta, Cola, Sprite möchte, wird man kräftig zur Kasse gebeten. Die Gäste des Lily Palm Hotels werden im Mapango Beach Club hingegen hervorragend bedient. Aquarius Gäste müssen alles in Selbstbedienung machen. Die besseren Sonnenliegen sind auch nur für Lily Palm Gäste reserviert. Insgesamt ist der Beach Club viel zu klein für beide Hotels. Eine 2 Klassen Gesellschaft. Entsetzlich! 4 Sterne und im Speisesaal sitzt man auf Plastikstühlen.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Money taken from room during my stay

The equivalent of $350 in USD and Euro was taken from my room during the morning of my first full day at Aquarius. What was most disappointing was the attitude of management, which was mostly that this was "impossible," and was not taken seriously, despite the fact that all signs pointed to someone on his staff that had access. A report was filed with the Watamu police (DB 33/24/1/017), and the investigation is still ongoing. Indicative of the poor judgement surrounding the incident, i found out upon my departure that the individual who cleaned my room the day of the robbery, a likely suspect, was still allowed to clean my room the whole time after the robbery! Outside of this wholly negative incident, my experience was largely positive. The local Kenyan staff was wonderful, the grounds were attractive and well-maintained and, while the buffet meals were good, they could have been a little more varied. I'd avoid the "single" rooms, although i'd still consider it a good value for the price paid, the air conditioner leaked, hot water didnt work well, and the shower sprayed everywhere. The "regular" rooms, though, were quite nice, very spacious many with private balconies, with none of the items mentioned that were wrong in the "single rooms." Wifi signal inconsistent and definitely does not reach all the rooms. Also annoying that there were daily power outages of varying duration that when they occured also caused the water to shut off.
Verified

8/10 Good

clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sentirsi in famiglia

Sono anni che non torno in questo angolo di paradiso e che non torno all'aquarius club ma quest'anno io e mio marito Abbiamo avuto una piacevole sorpresa al nostro arrivo. Negli anni di esperienza di viaggi non solo in Kenya ma in tutto il mondo non mi è mai capitato di trovare un direttore così disponibile pronto cortese e simpatico come il nuovo direttore del l'aquarius Matteo. Durante tutto il soggiorno È sempre stato disponibile e sin dal primo giorno offrendosi di custodirci le valigie sino al nostro arrivo in struttura ben 3 giorni dopo. Era presente quando qualcuno di noi ospite è stato poco bene aiutandoci e preoccupandosi come uno di famiglia e c'era anche per consigliarci su dove andare a divertirsi e sempre pronto a organizzare un emozionante safari grazie alla sua pluriennale esperienza nel settore, non è mai mancato un istante. Che dire, personale sempre gentile e sorridente camera molto pulita e confortevole direttore esemplare vacanza di relax completo grazie a tutte le buone caratteristiche della struttura.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tornerò!

Esperienza meravigliosa e da rifare. Staff disponibile, resort pulito, cibo buono e vario. Matteo, il direttore, innamorato del Kenya e pronto a consigliarti come vivere al meglio il soggiorno. Mi sono sentita come a casa, ma in vacanza. Spero di tornarci presto.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

bellissimo resort ricco di flora vicino al mare

Non appena sono arrivato ho avuto la sensazione di essere a casa,sono stato accolto benissimo e mi sono sentito subito a mio agio. Ho visto una natura straordinaria,colori mai visti,un mare invitante e cristallino. Le persone sono gentili e sempre disponibili,consiglio a tutti di andarci, io ci ritorno a natale,ho il mal d'Africa
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Åsa

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort