What’s included at Solterra Resort and what costs extra
Most basics are included in a Solterra Resort villa rental: the booked home’s full kitchen, in-unit Wi‑Fi, utilities and (where listed) a private screened pool and spa. Extras you’ll usually pay for on arrival or at booking include the community amenity (resort) fee to use the clubhouse, optional private pool heating, clubhouse/room rentals for events, and any pet fees or manager-specific charges.
In this guide
- What comes with your villa
- Community clubhouse, pools, water features — what’s included and what costs extra
- Private pool heating, hot tubs and screened pools
- Dining on-site and Café Sol Bar & Grill
- Fees and charges set by the villa manager (cleaning, taxes, security deposit, pet fees)
- Parking, gate access and other practicalities
- Clubhouse rentals, meeting space and weddings
What comes with your villa
Each Solterra Resort home is individually owned and managed, but typical inclusions in the rental price are the full kitchen, free in‑unit Wi‑Fi, basic utilities, and standard home supplies (linens and towels). Many homes list a private screened pool and an attached spa as part of the unit.
Because properties are managed by different companies, exact in-room features can vary by listing; the two common room types shown in community listings are ACO PREMIUM – 5 Bed with pool and Game Room and Solterra 7 Bedroom Home with Pool.
On-site laundry facilities inside the villa, parking and express check-out are usually provided as part of the rental. Photo: 28
- Full kitchen (stove, fridge, microwave, cookware and often dishwasher)
- Free Wi‑Fi inside the villa (guest Wi‑Fi also available at the clubhouse)
- Linens, towels and standard toiletries (varies by manager)
- Private screened pool and spa where listed in the unit description
Community clubhouse, pools, water features — what’s included and what costs extra
Solterra Resort has a shared clubhouse/amenity center (sometimes called the Grand Clubhouse) with a zero‑entry pool, lazy river, water slide and an outdoor spa. The clubhouse and its pool complex operate on posted hours (clubhouse typically 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; pool 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; lazy river and slide limited daytime hours).
Access to those shared amenity facilities is not automatically included with every villa booking: the resort charges a one‑time amenity/resort fee (payable at the clubhouse) to use the clubhouse, pool, lazy river and fitness center.
- Resort/amenity fee: typically $35 (12 guests or fewer) or $45 (13+ guests) per stay, payable at the clubhouse by card or tap (cash not accepted).
- Clubhouse hours and water‑feature hours are subject to seasonal change—check the clubhouse on arrival.
- The community pool complex may be closed for scheduled maintenance at times; the resort posts closures in advance when possible.
| Service | Typical cost / note |
|---|---|
| Resort/amenity fee (clubhouse, pool, lazy river, gym) | $35 (≤12 guests) or $45 (13+ guests), one‑time per stay — pay at clubhouse |
| Clubhouse/pool hours | Clubhouse 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; pool 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; lazy river/slide limited daytime hours (seasonal) |
| Pool heating (private villa) | Optional paid add‑on (manager listing or on‑arrival fee); advance notice often required |
Private pool heating, hot tubs and screened pools
If your chosen villa offers a private pool and spa, the pool is usually part of the rental but heating is commonly a separately charged option. Policies and prices for pool heating depend on the individual manager and listing.
Some managers require 24 hours’ notice and a multi‑day minimum to heat a private pool. Listings and manager pages also give typical heated temperatures (private pools ~82–86°F; spas around 102°F) but exact numbers and availability are set per home.
- Private pool included when listed; heating is usually extra and may require a minimum booking period
- Shared clubhouse hot tub/spa is part of amenity access covered by the resort/amenity fee
- Ask your rental manager at booking about heat‑up time, notice requirements and the exact cost
Dining on-site and Café Sol Bar & Grill
The community’s only on‑site restaurant/bar is Café Sol Bar & Grill at the clubhouse. Café Sol serves casual American poolside fare—burgers, flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, snacks, ice cream and a selection of beer and wine.
Café Sol is available to registered guests who have paid club access and typically follows seasonal hours. The café accepts online orders for many poolside drinks and snacks.
- Café Sol access requires clubhouse/amenity access (wristband)
- Hours (example listings): Wed–Sun lunch hours 11:00 AM–4:00 PM; other sources list Sunday–Thursday 11:00 AM–8:00 PM and Friday–Saturday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM (hours may vary seasonally and weather permitting)
- Alcohol: community rules state alcohol may only be served by the café except at pre‑approved special events
Fees and charges set by the villa manager (cleaning, taxes, security deposit, pet fees)
Because Solterra is a community of individually owned vacation homes, mandatory and optional booking charges vary by manager and listing. Common extras that appear on reservations include cleaning fees, local taxes/occupancy taxes, security deposits, and service or booking fees charged by the manager or platform.
Pet policies differ by home: some villas allow pets (often with a nonrefundable pet fee and size/number limits), while others do not. ADA‑certified service animals are accepted regardless of a home’s pet policy.
- Cleaning fee and local taxes: typically added at booking (amount varies by manager and home)
- Security deposit or incidental authorization: may be required by some managers
- Pet fees: vary (examples in the local market range roughly $125–$250 per stay for dogs), check the specific listing for rules and weight limits
Parking, gate access and other practicalities
Solterra Resort is a gated community with controlled entrance. Free self parking is provided for guests; individual listings note vehicle limits per home (commonly up to 3–5 vehicles) and a parking pass issued at the front gate.
There’s no documented free airport shuttle; travelers typically rent a car, use ride‑share or arrange a private transfer. Check with your booking manager for the exact check‑in/check‑out times for your property—officially the community lists 4:00 PM check‑in and 10:00 AM check‑out as common, but individual managers may vary.
- Free on-site self parking; check your listing for permitted vehicle count and any driveway/garage rules
- No standard resort shuttle service noted; plan private transfers or car rental from Orlando International Airport
- Check-in/check-out: common standard is 4:00 PM in / 10:00 AM out, but confirm with your manager
Clubhouse rentals, meeting space and weddings
The clubhouse rooms and covered patio can be rented for private events (birthday parties, family gatherings) through the resort activities team. The Villatel Village Event & Conference Center on site provides larger ballroom spaces and meeting rooms for weddings and conferences with capacities ranging up to 400 guests in the Manhattan Ballroom.
Clubhouse rental policies are governed by community rules: clubhouse room rentals have minimum and maximum hour limits, and there are capacity limits and rules about event timing and cleanup.
- Clubhouse room/patio rental: per community documents the typical hourly range is about $100–$200/hour and rentals run 2–4 hours (check current rates and rules with the resort)
- Villatel Village Event & Conference Center (separate event center in the Solterra area) lists ballrooms of varying sizes and in‑house or preferred‑vendor catering
- Community rules prohibit bachelor/bachelorette‑style parties and require registered guests only in amenity spaces unless a private rental has been approved
