What's included at Montauk Yacht Club — and what costs extra
Room rates at Montauk Yacht Club do not cover meals or spa treatments. A mandatory daily Water Club fee (resort fee) covers access to pools, the fitness center, premium in‑room Wi‑Fi and select resort amenities; food, drinks, marina services, spa treatments, transfers beyond included INEOS drops, and pet fees cost extra.
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Pools, beach, and pool rules
Montauk Yacht Club has three pools: two outdoor pools (including the adults‑only Ocean Club/Marina Pool) and an indoor pool next to the fitness center. The Great Lawn Pool is the family pool, while the Ocean Club Pool is restricted to guests 18 and older.
The private beach is open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM; life vests are provided and required for use. Pool and beach access are subject to weather, and both are limited to four people per guest room or boat slip.
- Adults‑only pool: Ocean Club/Marina Pool (18+)
- Family pool: Great Lawn Pool (seasonal; check availability)
- Indoor pool: open to all ages, located by the fitness center
- Pool lounge chairs reset if a guest vacates a spot for more than 15 minutes
| Facility | Access |
|---|---|
| Ocean Club/Marina Pool | Adults only (18+) |
| Great Lawn Pool | Family friendly (seasonal operation) |
| Indoor Pool | Open to all ages |
What the mandatory Water Club (resort) fee includes
Montauk Yacht Club charges a daily Water Club fee in addition to the room rate. The fee covers a bundle of amenities and services; published amounts have varied by season, so check current terms when booking.
Common inclusions listed by the property are pools and pool loungers/towels, access to The Courts (tennis/padel), fitness center and indoor pool access, marina lounge access, private beach access, weekly lifestyle/wellness programming, in‑room premium Wi‑Fi, a Nespresso machine, a 10% retail discount, and complimentary INEOS transportation within a 5‑mile radius (drop‑off only).
- Access to 2 fully serviced outdoor pools and indoor pool
- Fitness center, The Courts (tennis & padel), and weekly programming
- In‑room premium Wi‑Fi and Nespresso machine
- Complimentary INEOS transportation within 5 miles (drop‑off only)
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool & beach access | Subject to weather; limits per room/boat slip |
| Premium in‑room Wi‑Fi | Public Wi‑Fi is complimentary regardless |
| INEOS transport | Drop‑off only within a 5‑mile radius |
Rooms, suites, and cottages — what's standard vs. extra
Room categories include Suite; Room, Resort View; Room, Courtyard View; Room (Water View); Room (Waterview); Room (Bragg Estate); Room, Beachfront; and Room. Standard inclusions vary by room type but commonly cover 24‑hour front desk, porter/bellhop assistance, luggage storage, and in‑room premium Wi‑Fi via the Water Club fee.
Extra charges commonly apply for rollaway/extra beds, pet stays, and incidental holds. A rollaway/extra bed typically costs roughly $75–$100 per day; a $200 incidental hold is authorized at check‑in and removed at checkout if unused.
- Exact room names: Suite; Room, Resort View; Room, Courtyard View; Room (Water View); Room (Waterview); Room (Bragg Estate); Room, Beachfront; Room
- Rollaway/extra bed: roughly $75–$100/day (confirm when booking)
- Incidental hold: $200 authorized at check‑in
| Potential extra | Typical charge or note |
|---|---|
| Extra/rollaway bed | $75–$100 per night (approx.) |
| Pet fee | Varies; many listings show $75–$100 per pet, per night |
| Incidental hold | $200 authorized at check‑in |
Dining, bars, and what's not included
Montauk Yacht Club is not an all‑inclusive resort; meals and drinks are charged separately. On‑site dining outlets include ALBA Spiaggia (coastal Italian; breakfast/lunch/dinner hours published), The Pool Bar (casual daytime bites and drinks), Yachtys (food truck near the family pool, open Friday–Sunday), and The Market for grab‑and‑go items.
Breakfast is offered cooked‑to‑order for an additional fee (commonly cited around $30–$50 per person) and is not included in room rates. Alba Spiaggia takes reservations via Resy (recommended on weekends) and has time limits on table bookings by party size.
- ALBA Spiaggia: breakfast 8:00–11:00 AM; lunch/dinner hours vary (seasonal)
- The Pool Bar: open daily for poolside drinks and bites (hours published)
- Yachtys: casual lunch menu, open Friday–Sunday; sample items and prices listed on site
| Venue | Typical service / notes |
|---|---|
| ALBA Spiaggia | Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner; reservations on Resy recommended |
| The Pool Bar | Poolside drinks & bites; weekend live music |
| Yachtys | Food truck on Great Lawn; Friday–Sunday |
Spa, fitness, and wellness — what costs extra
The Cabana Spa (marketed for 2026 with ELEMIS) operates from floating wellness cabanas docked on Lake Montauk and requires reservations. Spa treatments (massages, facials, body treatments) are priced separately from room rates and from the Water Club fee.
The resort’s 24‑hour fitness center and complimentary yoga/Pilates programming in the Studio are part of the Water Club inclusions; specialized classes, private lessons, or paid wellness treatments at the Cabana Spa will incur additional charges.
- Cabana Spa treatments require advance reservations and are charged per service
- Spa hours commonly listed Thursday–Monday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (seasonal; confirm)
- Fitness center access and some group classes are included via the Water Club fee
| Wellness item | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Fitness center & Studio classes | Included via Water Club fee (some classes complimentary) |
| Cabana Spa treatments | Extra — reservations required |
| Floating wellness cabanas | Spa services priced separately |
Marina, boats, and recreational extras
Montauk Yacht Club operates a full‑service marina (listed with up to 232 slips) and provides complimentary paddleboards and kayaks for guests. Fishing, boating, and charter arrangements are available but any marina services, boat charters, or fuel are charged separately.
On‑site recreation such as tennis lessons, padel courts, bike rentals, and equipment rentals may carry additional fees; check with the concierge for lesson pricing, court reservations, and rental availability.
- Marina: full‑service marina with multiple slips (third‑party listings show large slip capacity)
- Complimentary guest paddleboards and kayaks; other boating services are extra
- Tennis and padel courts available; lessons and bookings may incur fees
| Activity | Typical cost status |
|---|---|
| Guest paddleboards/kayaks | Complimentary |
| Boat charters / marina services | Extra — arranged/charged separately |
| Tennis/padel lessons | Extra — book via concierge |
Pets, parking, and other miscellaneous fees
Montauk Yacht Club markets itself as dog‑friendly; many listings show a per‑pet fee (commonly $75–$100 per pet, per night) and weight limits on some OTA pages. There is at least one conflicting listing that states pets are not allowed, so confirm the current pet policy and fee directly with the hotel before arrival.
On‑site self‑parking is available; some sources list it as complimentary while valet and certain parking services may be extra. The property is non‑smoking; a $400 cleaning fee applies for smoking violations.
- Pet fee: many listings report $75–$100 per pet, per night (confirm with hotel)
- Parking: free self‑parking is often listed; valet may carry a charge
- Smoking: hotel is non‑smoking; $400 fee for violations
| Item | Common note |
|---|---|
| Pet fee | $75–$100 per night on many listings (confirm) |
| Self parking | Listed as available; check whether fee applies |
| Smoking violation fee | $400 cleaning fee |
