What's included and what costs extra at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds
What’s included: standard room amenities (espresso maker, flat-screen TV, private balcony), use of resort pools and beach access, basic fitness-center access, and valet parking for one vehicle are covered as part of your stay. What costs extra: meals and drinks, spa treatments, kids’ club/childcare (surcharge), some activities and equipment rentals, additional valet parking and pet fee.
In this guide
- Rooms — standard inclusions and room categories
- Dining — what’s included and what you’ll pay extra for
- Pools, beach and sun‑side services
- The Spa and fitness — what’s covered and what costs more
- Activities, kids’ programs and excursions — what’s included
- Fees, parking, pets and other extras to expect
- Policies travelers should confirm before arrival
Rooms — standard inclusions and room categories
All guest rooms include in-room basics listed by the resort such as espresso makers, flat-screen TVs and private balconies. Room names on the property include Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View; Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Lake View; Club Room, Lake View (Club Level, Top Floor); Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View (Club Executive); Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Lake View (The Cottage by the Lake); and others.
Club Rooms and Executive Suites carry the Club Level label; details about Club Level inclusions (if any) should be confirmed at booking. Housekeeping is available on request; express check-out is offered.
- Examples of room types: Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View; Club Room, Resort View; Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom.
- Number of rooms: the resort lists 257 guest rooms.
- Included in room rate: basic in-room amenities; complimentary Wi‑Fi is listed on the official property page but some third-party sites report a charge—confirm at booking.
| Room type (sample) | Included in rate |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View | In-room amenities, balcony, resort facilities access |
| Club Room, Lake View (Club Level, Top Floor) | Same in-room amenities; Club Level specifics vary—ask at booking |
| Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Lake View (The Cottage by the Lake) | Larger unit; standard resort inclusions apply |
Dining — what’s included and what you’ll pay extra for
The resort is not all-inclusive; meals and drinks are charged separately to the room or paid directly at each venue. On-property outlets include Linger Longer Steakhouse, Amore del Lago, Gaby's by the Lake, Oconee Cove (speakeasy), the Lobby Lounge and The Coffee Shop.
Breakfast is available for a surcharge (Amore del Lago serves breakfast daily). Hours and dress codes vary by venue; reservations are recommended for Linger Longer Steakhouse and Oconee Cove.
- Pay extra for: à la carte meals, alcoholic beverages, room service and specialty dining experiences.
- The Coffee Shop offers coffee and pastries (hours vary); The Lobby Lounge serves light bites and cocktails.
- Seasonal pool/beach bars (Splash Shack, The Sand Bar) operate seasonally and are billed separately when open.
| Venue | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Linger Longer Steakhouse | Dinner (about 5:30 PM–9:30 PM) — reservations recommended |
| Amore del Lago | Breakfast (7:00 AM–11:00 AM), dinner later — breakfast is a surcharge |
| Gaby's by the Lake | Poolside lunch/dinner (11:30 AM–9:00 PM) — casual, billed separately |
Pools, beach and sun‑side services
Guest access to the resort’s pools and beach is included with your stay. The property lists multiple pools: an Indoor Pool, an outdoor Infinity Pool (heated year‑round), a seasonal Family Pool and a whirlpool; beach towels and umbrellas are provided at the lake beach.
Some age restrictions and seasonal rules apply: the Infinity Pool is restricted to guests age 12 and older from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend, and cabana use or reserved pool cabanas may carry separate charges or require reservations.
- Included: use of Indoor Pool, Family Pool (seasonal), Infinity Pool (subject to seasonal age rules), towel/umbrella service at the sand beach.
- Extra or restricted: private cabana rentals and some pool-side services may be billed separately; confirm availability seasonally.
| Amenity | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Indoor Pool | Included |
| Infinity Pool (year-round heated) | Included — seasonal age restrictions apply |
| Pool cabanas | May carry separate charges or require reservation |
The Spa and fitness — what’s covered and what costs more
The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee is a large facility (reported around 27,000 sq ft) with treatment rooms, steam rooms and saunas. Spa facilities are open daily (typically 9:00 AM–6:00 PM); access to sauna/steam for guests is available, but treatments are charged separately.
Fitness Center access and many daily fitness classes are listed as included in the resort fee; specialized classes or private training sessions and all spa treatments require advance reservations and carry additional charges.
- Included (usually via resort fee): 24/7 Fitness Center access, standard daily fitness classes, some spa area access (verify at check-in).
- Extra: massages, signature spa treatments (Oconee Rain vichy, Creekside Body Cocoon, Deep Rest Treatment), salon services (some salon services are open to minors with a guardian), and private sessions.
| Service | Charge |
|---|---|
| Fitness Center (Peloton, Technogym equipment) | Included (check resort-fee details) |
| Spa treatments (massages, facials) | Extra — reservation required |
| Private training / specialized classes | Extra — reserve in advance |
Activities, kids’ programs and excursions — what’s included
The resort lists a broad selection of on-site activities. Non-motorized equipment and some land/water activities are covered by the resort fee; other guided experiences, equipment rentals and specialty excursions are extra and require reservations.
Ritz Kids Lake Adventures programming (ages 5–12) and supervised childcare are available for a surcharge; reservations for Ritz Kids need to be made at least 48 hours in advance.
- Included via resort fee (per property details): access to selected fitness and activities such as bicycling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding — confirm which items are covered at time of stay.
- Extra / reserve in advance: guided tritoon boat tours, guided fishing excursions, water-ski or motorized boat rentals, sporting clays and falconry experiences, horseback riding, and off‑site excursions.
- Kids’ club and supervised childcare are available for a surcharge and require advance booking.
| Activity | Usually included? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kayaks & paddleboards (non-motorized) | Often included via resort fee | Confirm availability and reservation policy |
| Tritoon boat tour, guided fishing | Extra | Book with concierge |
| Ritz Kids (ages 5–12) | Extra (surcharge) | Reserve 48+ hours in advance |
Fees, parking, pets and other extras to expect
A mandatory daily resort fee is charged and typically covers fitness-center access, fitness/yoga classes, in-room coffee, in-room safe, valet parking for one car, and some water/land activities — the amount varies by booking source. Valet parking beyond the one vehicle included and other vehicle charges are billed extra.
The resort is a cashless property: a credit card is required at check-in and charges for dining, spa, activities and incidentals are billed to the room folio. Pets: up to two dogs are allowed in a ground-floor room for a USD 150 non-refundable fee charged at arrival; service animals are not charged.
- Mandatory resort fee: covers certain amenities and activities — verify exact inclusions and daily amount when you book.
- Valet parking: one car typically included in the resort fee; additional vehicles incur a daily valet charge (the official site lists a $40/day fee for additional cars).
- Wi‑Fi: the official property page lists complimentary Wi‑Fi, though some third-party sites report a daily charge—confirm at check-in.
| Extra item | Typical charge status |
|---|---|
| Additional valet parking (beyond 1 vehicle) | Extra (official site lists a daily valet fee) |
| Pet fee (up to 2 dogs) | USD 150 non-refundable fee at arrival |
| Spa treatments and private activities | Extra — reserve ahead |
Policies travelers should confirm before arrival
Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. The minimum age to check in is 21, and the resort operates as a cashless property requiring a credit card at check-in for incidentals and charges.
Club Level inclusions, Wi‑Fi pricing, resort‑fee amount and exact activity coverages can vary by date and booking channel—confirm these items directly with the resort or your booking agent.
- Check-in / Check-out: 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM (official property times).
- Cashless policy: credit card required at arrival; room folio can be used for dining, spa and activities.
- Confirm with resort: resort‑fee rate and specific inclusions, Club Level benefits, pool age‑restriction dates, and which beach/pool cabanas (if any) incur extra charges.
| Policy | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | 21 years |
| Cashless property | Yes — credit card required at check-in |
| Spa access age | Spa facilities for guests 18+; salon services may be available to minors with guardian |
