What’s included in your stay — and what costs extra
Your nightly room rate at Suncadia Resort covers the rented accommodation and standard utilities; a nightly resort fee is charged separately and includes concierge, pool and fitness access, in-room bottled water/coffee, self-parking and the intra-resort shuttle. Meals, many activities (golf, spa treatments, some fitness classes), valet parking, and pet fees cost extra.
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What the room rate and resort fee include
The base room rate pays for the accommodation you booked (for example, Room, Resort View (Lodge) or Condo, 1 Bedroom (Trailhead 1)). Some rates may also show additional mandatory or optional fees at booking—check your reservation details.
Suncadia charges a nightly resort fee; that fee covers concierge service, fitness center access, pool access, in-room bottled water and coffee, the intra-resort shuttle, and self-parking (self-parking is included in the resort fee).
- Concierge and porter/bellhop assistance
- Access to Swim & Fitness Center (with a valid wristband)
- In-room bottled water and coffee
- Intra-resort shuttle service
- Self-parking
What typically costs extra
Meals and drinks at on-site restaurants and bars are charged separately. Suncadia hosts multiple pay-per-meal venues (The Source Plates & Pours, The Stovehouse, The Source Mercantile, The River Bar, Mulligan’s, Nellie’s Restaurant + Bar and others).
Other common extras include golf (green fees, cart rental, lessons), spa treatments and premium fitness classes, valet parking, and many activity rentals or guided excursions.
- Restaurant meals, room service and bar drinks
- Glade Spring Spa & Wellness treatments and spa passes beyond included complimentary offerings
- Golf green fees, lessons and cart rentals
- Valet parking (self-parking is included)
- Bike, boat or equipment rentals and off-site excursions
Pools, Swim & Fitness Center and the spa: what's included vs. paid
Resort guests with a valid Suncadia wristband get access to the Swim & Fitness Center; the nightly resort fee includes pool and fitness access. Lodge guests have year-round Lodge Pool access (the Lodge Pool is heated and open year-round).
Spa services at Glade Spring Spa & Wellness are paid separately. The spa does offer a paid Unwind Spa Pass (two hours of facility access) and regularly scheduled complimentary Pool Side Spa Refresh events at the Swim & Fitness Center; treatments and most spa amenities require a reservation and payment.
- Included (with wristband/resort fee): Swim & Fitness Center access, standard fitness classes, Lodge Pool access for eligible guests
- Paid: spa treatments (massages, signature rituals), premium fitness classes, some spa day-pass bookings depending on availability
- Pool rules: facility waiver at check-in, wristbands required, no reserving chairs (4-hour guideline), and prohibited items in pool areas
| Item | Included? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swim & Fitness Center access | Yes (with resort wristband) | Resort fee covers access for registered guests |
| Glade Spring Spa treatments | No | Book and pay separately; spa hours and reservations apply |
| Lodge Pool (heated, year-round) | Yes for Lodge guests / eligible resort guests | Requires wristband and facility waiver |
Dining and food: what's on-site and how meals are handled
Suncadia’s restaurants operate independently of the room rate; guests pay per meal. The Source Plates & Pours serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; The Stovehouse is dinner-only (seasonal days vary); The Source Mercantile is a coffee/bakery spot for grab-and-go items.
Nellie’s Restaurant + Bar is a seasonal, members’ venue (open Memorial Day through Labor Day) and some outlets (The River Bar or food trucks like Suncadia Street Eats) operate seasonally. Reservations are recommended for sit-down restaurants, especially on weekends.
- Pay-per-meal venues: The Source Plates & Pours, The Stovehouse, Swiftwater Cellars/Hoist House, The Source Mercantile, Mulligan’s, The River Bar, Suncadia Street Eats
- Seasonal availability: pool bar, food truck, and Nellie’s hours change with the season
- Large parties or private dining may have specific policies (check restaurant/reservations for gratuity or party minimums)
Rooms, condos and what to expect in your unit
Suncadia offers Lodge rooms and suites, Inn rooms and suites, and a range of Homes and Condos (Trailhead 1 and Trailhead 2 types). Rooms include free WiFi and housekeeping on request; exact in-room features vary by unit type and location.
Some condo or independently managed rental units may have different access rules—certain privately managed vacation homes can be excluded from Swim & Fitness Center access, so confirm access when booking.
- Examples of room types (confirm the one on your reservation): Room, Resort View (Lodge); Studio Suite, Resort View (Lodge); Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View (Lodge); Condo, 1 Bedroom (Trailhead 1/2); Condo, 2 Bedrooms (Trailhead 2)
- Rooms vary in size and bed layout—check your reservation for exact bedding and occupancy
- House rules require ID and credit card at check-in; late check-out fees may apply
| Room type | Typical bedding |
|---|---|
| Room, Resort View (Lodge) | 2 Queen Beds |
| Studio Suite, Resort View (Lodge) | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Condo, 1 Bedroom (Trailhead 1) | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
Pets, parking, payment and other practical costs
Suncadia allows registered dogs in designated pet-friendly accommodations only; a daily pet fee applies and guests are responsible for any pet-related damage. Specific pet rules and limits apply (for example, number of pets and vaccination/lease expectations).
Self-parking is included via the resort fee; valet parking is an extra charge. Reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card and guests present a photo ID and the card used at check-in.
- Pet fee: a per-day charge applies for registered dogs (amount set by the resort)
- Parking: self-parking included; valet parking costs extra
- Payments: credit card guarantee required at booking; photo ID and card presented at check-in
