Largo Resort

This was truly one of the most disappointing holiday accommodations of our lives (and we travel frequently all over the world!!) We were all very excited to enjoy " the luxury boutique resort" experience as marketed on the website following a FL wedding near Orlando we attended earlier in the week. Our son and his girlfriend had traveled all the way from Norway to join us to enjoy the stunning setting of the Largo Resort as depicted on website in both images and written content. Upon arrival we were immediately taken aback from the entry of the driveway (with it's deep, washed out rut hitting the bottom of our SUV), to the vinyl banner signs and lack luster reception office and hospitality. No one escorted us to our accommodations or provided a lay of the land or amenities (nor informed us about any of its shortcomings or unavailable / not in use at this time / under construction issues on the property). Nor did anyone from the office check in with us anytime during or after our stay either by phone, text or email. Once at our "luxury bungalow style villa", the Shore House, we were again surprised at how absolutely "tired, worn, and dated" all the furnishings were (though the Balinese touches were interesting and had so much potential in both the interior spaces and around the grounds!) The outdoor spaces had not been blown or swept from garden debris; cleaning towels were left behind on a small table; the outdoor furniture cushions were soaking wet and dirty, making them unable to use for seating; and there was no overhead fan(s) which are very typical in tropical locations on the covered porch for dining comfort or mosquito prevention. In the evening the cafe lights leading to The Shore House on the gravel path / driveway were all not in operation. The interior amenities were fair in that the beds and bedding were comfortable (though there were no extra pillows / sheets / or blankets available if needed). The rooms were clean, though we had a hole above our bedroom door that needed repair and paint, the drape pull back hardware were not secured to the wall well/ hanging by a screw, and our bathroom window needed to be shimmed by my husband to remain airtight, closed and sealed from bugs, heat and humidity. Our bathroom vanity was not level and made opening the drawers difficult. And sadly, our mini-split AC unit in the room we slept in did not cool efficiently. Blinds in the sitting room with sofa were broken and literally falling apart and the sofa had a great big sag in the middle. We needed to request an electric cord for the electric coffee percolator (a basic accommodation staple) as it was not with the pot and they did bring an upgraded drip coffee maker to substitute. There were also only 5 coffee mugs for a party of six. The kitchen was minimally appointed to cook a meal with few spices, no olive oil / salt & pepper, sugar / coffee creamer, limited pots and pans, no blender, some dishes (no small plates), no sponge to wash dishes or clean dish towels. Our freezer drawer was also in need of attention as it did not open and close easily (and the maintenance man said that the sides rails freeze up making it difficult to open all the way). As a property, it is a treasured piece of real estate and could be that tropical sanctuary it is branded as...however, it is currently run down, in disrepair and not well maintained and reflects very little plan for improvement or attention to details expected of a boutique / luxury stay at this price point. Period. There was no breakfast available in room, nor was there bottled water available as confirmed in our reservation. It was very unfortunate to see the pool deck, pool toys / floats and furnishings surrounding pool with little care or maintenance. There are no umbrellas around the pool for shade nor is there frequent clean up daily (as we saw no one tending to the pool / deck / water toys during our three days). The beach was never raked. The highlight of the property is the view and stunning sunsets from the point under the tiki hut and the complimentary use of the kayaks and paddle boards on property. The bikes advertised simply do not exist. They are rusted out, old and not usable. If we had know that the property had fallen from it's stellar advertised standing on the website that drew us to make a reservation, our expectations would have been able to be managed and more in alignment with reality; however when walking around a luxury / boutique resort, one does not expect to see what looks like an abandoned Airstream with broken window and awning that is advertised on the website as an actual room, un-spread piles of fermenting mulch near one's accommodation, construction debris under porches / deck of lodge, uneven pavers that looked washed out from a storm, broken pool box and dirty pool toys, tarps lying about, and miscellaneous debris from what looks like a storm surge scattered in various places on the grounds, one is clearly not at a luxury resort. Our 3 night rate of $1782 (with a Florida Resident discount) was certainly not commensurate with our expectations or experience. With that said, Largo Resort absolutely could be that magical place that is advertised and depicted online as it is a gorgeous slice of paradise. It needs to be returned to its pristine state that perhaps it was at one point in time, and only then will the price point come close the value and attention to detail that is expected. Until then, it is falsely advertised as a luxury, boutique resort.

This place is basically an overpriced Airbnb pretending to be a resort. The second you check in, you’ll need to drive to Publix because the rooms are equipped with almost nothing. No kitchenette, barely any amenities, and they don’t even have WATER available on the property. Like… how is that even possible? They advertise food and drinks, which is honestly laughable because it’s completely misleading. We felt totally bamboozled when we got there. To make it worse, the staff was incredibly rude and acted annoyed anytime we asked simple questions. The whole experience felt very “figure it out yourself” except you’re paying resort prices for it. Just know what you’re walking into before booking.

********READ THIS BEFORE BOOKING******** My wife and I booked what we thought would be a relaxing baby moon in anticipation of our first child. Unfortunately, we found the largo resort. What seems to be a marketing strategy based on confusion and intentional deceit, the Largo Resort (this is NOT the playa largo resort like many of the reviews think, and what management of the Largo resort banks on) falls short in so many places. When we first arrived at the "resort" we were excited when the gate opened and a beautiful jungle style landscape showed itself. We were soon shocked to find that the property seemed to have a strange deserted feeling and lacked any form of restaurant, although prior reviews claim the food was excellent. When we voiced our concerns and confusion to the front office, the manager at the check in office said they never claimed to have one although multiple reviews state the food and drinks by the pool were excellent. They also stated that although they are a wedding venue, the wedding parties bring in their own food trucks and they have nothing on hand to facilitate any means of food or beverage service. I've attached screenshots of the reviews they've interacted. The next issue was there was no iceo machine on the premises, although there was an ice bucket in our room. Sure this is a minor issue, but it just complicated logistics a little more for us when we weren't expecting to have to fend for ourselves to begin with. The next issue was the condition of the chairs in the hotel room and around the pool. The chairs in the room were stained, wet and honestly disgusting. Some of the chairs around the pool were broken. The last straw for us was when we were the only guests sitting at the pool (11am) and their grounds maintenance guy leaf blew the entire property for over an hour. After getting hit with clouds of dust by the blower the grounds guy went to enter the pool area for what I assumed was more leaf blowing, my pregnant wife had to ask him to stop and asked if he could come back when we weren't using the pool. This again was after we were getting blasted with dust and debris from the leaf blowing. This was the breaking point for my us and we quickly packed our stuff and left to another hotel. When we checked out early, I was told that I would be contacted after the front desk had a chance to speak with the manager. This was on Wednesday 5/6, it's now Monday 5/11. What a shame this was because the grounds are really nice and secluded and the potential is there they're just really poorly managed. If we were expecting this, it wouldn't have been a big deal at all. However, this is a far cry from a resort, even a far cry from a hotel to be honest. These are glorified apartment style bungalows with dirty chairs and no kitchen. Be prepared to go to publix and buy a cooler and a bag of ice if you plan on having a cold drink by the pool, but maybe stop by walgreens for a dust mask and ear plugs too for the leaf blowing. We stayed 1 night here out of a planned 5, and it severely affected what was the last trip we'll have as solo husband and wife. They also refused to refund us the nights we didn't stay. Don't make the same mistake we did

The location of Largo Resort is truly stunning, with unforgettable sunsets that are easily the highlight of the stay. The grounds are well kept, parking was very accommodating, and the pool area is exactly as advertised. It is beautiful and relaxing. That said, our experience with the Serenity Cottage did not fully meet expectations, particularly given the price point. While it is advertised as a two bedroom unit, it did not function as one in a practical sense, which was disappointing for two couples traveling together. The interior setup was quite limited. There was no proper dining space, just a small side table and a coffee table, and no comfortable area to sit and watch TV. The available chairs were upright and not particularly inviting, with cushions that were damp and in poor condition. Additionally, the blinds throughout the unit appeared dirty, and there was a lack of basic comforts such as extra pillows, blankets, and an adequate supply of towels. At a lower price point, around $200 to $250 per night, these issues might be easier to overlook. However, at a total of $1,105.42 for two nights, we expected a higher level of comfort and attention to detail. Overall, the property’s location and outdoor amenities are excellent, but the accommodations, at least in this unit, did not align with the cost.

This Place is a far cry from a RESORT! It's just a few bungalows. Sharing a pool, paddle boats, water front. ZERO ammenities (besides pool). No cafe or any type of food on site. Our "Beach Front" bungalow was clean and remodeled. But had very low ceiling that huge cracks. If you're looking for a bungalow experience, then this place is for you. It was quiet and peaceful. We thought it was a mini "resort" when booking. A little misleading.