We had a great time. There were plenty of activities available at (or through) the resort, but we chose to take it easy - play a few rounds of golf, sit at the pool, and walk the beach.
Rooms were spacious, mondern, and clean.
We've alreday made reservations for same time next year.

Our family just got back from our surfwatch vacation. Our two and four year olds enjoyed the property so much, they actually started crying as we were leaving. We traded our timeshare week at the Sheraton Vistana in Orlando to stay here in September. They put us in the 5300 building which is the furthest from the ocean. It would have been nice to have been closer to the water but we really couldn't complain. With two small children in tow, it took about five minutes to get to the beach. Considering how manicured the grounds were, it was actually a pleasant walk (except for the bugs). We often took advantage of the golf cart shuttle service which made things convienient. I'm not sure if this service is available all year so I'd call ahead if this is important to you. The outdoor pools were nice but not exactly set up for little children. We would have liked to have seen a zero entry section like they have at the Marriott Barony up the road. The oceanside pool was outstanding as were the frozen drinks at the bar! The staff was very attentive. We requested a high chair over the phone and it was delivered within five minutes. Overall we had a fantastic time.

We recently returned from a week long vacation at surfwatch. We have stayed at two other Marriott Vacation Villas so we have something to compare it to. The resort is beautiful; however, we were in the villas that were the greatest distance from the beach. They do offer golf carts for your "little" hike to beach and beach pool. This is also where the only bar is located in the resort. The cart drivers are fast and efficient, but sometimes if you are walking you have to get out of therir way fast or receive a scowl (even when your on the correct side).

There were definitely times throughout our stay that we would have enjoyed a cool drink (e.g. water, soda, margarita, etc. ) at the main pool; but would have to walk a great distance to the beach. We were in HHI during a week of record high temps so even when you swam in the pools (except the indoor) there was no relief. Even the ocean was record high temp. I know they have no control over the ocean; however putting in some cold water to the pool would have been wonderful

The balconies are not screened or have ceiling fans as other resorts do so we were unable to use it secondary to heat and mosquitoes. The room was lovely but our front door would not close without having to slam with full body weight. We called the front desk and received prompt service but it was not fixed. We also called to let them know that tactless nails under the carpet were protruding at entry points to the carpet. We literally had to step over when entering the living room from the kitchen, bedroom and balcony. I told them that we were rolling towels to prevent further injury. At least 4 of us stepped on the nails. They were goinig to send someone over right away but we were in the middle of something so I asked if they could come later. Never heard from them again.

I was looking forward to this trip for sometime and I felt like it was just an okay beach vacation.

This was our second year at Surf Watch and it is quickly becoming a favorite. Besides the pools and great beach, Surf Watch offers a great naturalist environment...that is a welcome twist to your typical beach resort. Kids loved the numerous activities offered, beach, pools and all the bike trails. Resort is VERY family focused. Rooms are extremely spacious (3 bdrm)and clean. Island offers many things to do as well. Shark fishing, shopping, biking, nature excursions are a few ot the things we participated in this year. The beach is not overly busy, and is great for kids. We cooked in almost every meal...which was a money saver.