What the nightly resort fee covers — and what costs extra
The Kartrite charges a nightly taxable resort fee of $59 plus tax. It covers specific guest essentials and shared perks — wireless internet, waterpark towels, in-room Keurig coffee, parking, children’s life jackets, select daily activities, EV/Tesla charging, self-service laundry, hiking-trail access, and movie nights — while many on-site services such as dining, spa treatments, extra waterpark passes, and paid attractions cost extra.
In this guide
- What the resort fee explicitly covers
- Waterpark access, wristbands and the 4 included passes
- Common things the fee does not cover (expect to pay extra)
- Practical details: wristbands, cashless policy and parking
- Accessibility, safety items and family rules included by the fee
- How to plan your budget for extras
What the resort fee explicitly covers
The Kartrite’s nightly resort fee of $59 plus tax includes a set of recurring amenities and services provided to overnight guests.
Included items are generally aimed at convenience and family use rather than paid extras; they’re bundled and charged separately from your room rate.
- Wireless internet access (Kartrite Guest Wi‑Fi)
- On-site overnight guest parking
- Waterpark towels
- In-room Keurig coffee
- Children’s life jackets for the waterpark
- Select daily activities/crafts and movie nights
- Self-service washers & dryers
- EV/Tesla charging stations and hiking-trail access (with map/guidebook)
| Item | Included? |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Yes |
| Waterpark towels | Yes |
| In‑room Keurig coffee | Yes |
| Overnight parking | Yes |
Waterpark access, wristbands and the 4 included passes
Select room rates include four waterpark passes usable for the full check-in and check-out days when the waterpark is open; those room types are explicitly labeled to show the inclusion (for example, Suite, Multiple Beds (4 Waterpark passes) and similar Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (4 Waterpark Passes) or Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony (4 Waterpark Passes)).
The resort fee itself does not automatically add additional daily waterpark passes beyond the included allotment; extra day passes are available to buy at check-in.
- Waterpark passes are required for guests ages 3 and up.
- Additional day passes beyond the four included cost $75 per person per day (purchased at check-in).
- If the waterpark is closed on your checkout day, the extra-day access included with some rates will not apply that day.
| Pass type | Notes |
|---|---|
| Included 4 passes (select rooms) | Usable on full check-in and check-out days if park is open |
| Additional passes | $75 per person per day, purchased at check-in |
| Guests under 3 | Waterpark passes required for ages 3 and up |
Common things the fee does not cover (expect to pay extra)
Meals, restaurant bills and drinks are not covered — the resort is not an all‑inclusive property. On-site dining venues such as Bixby’s Derby, Eat.Eat.Eat., Surfside Grille, The Highline, Bar Mez, Harvey’s Wallbanger and Pop’s Sweet Shoppe each charge for food and beverages.
Many entertainment and service extras are billed separately: Chill Spa treatments, private lessons or packages, arcade play, laser tag, virtual‑reality experiences, ropes‑course or zipline sessions, and extra waterpark passes beyond those included with select rooms.
- Dining and drinks at on-site restaurants and bars
- Spa services at Chill Spa (massages, body treatments, nail services)
- Paid attractions: laser tag, Playopolis arcade games, VR experiences, ropes/zipline, bowling
- Additional waterpark day passes beyond room allotment
- Incidentals charged to your wristband/room (minibar, retail, loss/damage fees)
| Service | Typical payment method |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | Paid at spa/charged to room |
| Arcade & attractions | Per-game or per-activity charges (not in resort fee) |
| Restaurants & bars | Separate bill (cashless; cards accepted) |
Practical details: wristbands, cashless policy and parking
At check-in guests receive a wristband that acts as a room key and in‑resort charge card. If it breaks the front desk will replace it, but purchases and incidentals are tracked to that wristband and billed separately from the resort fee.
The resort operates as 100% cashless, so plan to use a credit or debit card for dining, attractions, spa services and any incidentals. Overnight parking for resort guests is included in the resort fee; day‑use visitors may face separate parking charges.
- Wristband = room key + charge card (replaceable at front desk)
- Cashless property — major credit/debit cards accepted (Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, Discover)
- Overnight guest parking included in $59 nightly resort fee
- Day‑use parking may be charged separately
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wristband | Room key + charges; replaceable |
| Cashless policy | Cards only — no cash accepted |
| Parking | Overnight included; day fees possible |
Accessibility, safety items and family rules included by the fee
The resort fee includes children's life jackets for waterpark use and supports accessible features across the property: wheelchair‑accessible paths, pool hoist and accessible registration/concierge counters are provided (these are property features rather than fee add‑ons).
Waterpark safety rules are strict: children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, swim diapers are required for diaper‑aged children, and specific pool attractions may have additional age/height or adult‑supervision rules.
- Children’s life jackets provided free as part of the resort fee — use appropriate sizes and follow lifeguard guidance
- Children under 16 must be accompanied in the waterpark by a parent/guardian
- Affinity Springs requires two adults 18+ to be present; some attractions exclude small children or require direct supervision
| Safety item | Covered? |
|---|---|
| Children’s life jackets | Yes (included in resort fee) |
| Waterpark supervision rules | Enforced (not part of fee but mandatory) |
| Accessible pool hoist | Available (property feature) |
How to plan your budget for extras
Factor the $59 nightly resort fee into your per‑night cost, then add likely extras: meals for the family at on‑site restaurants, any Chill Spa treatments you want, and paid activities such as extra waterpark passes, arcade credits, laser tag, ropes/zipline sessions or VR.
Confirm waterpark operating days and hours before arrival (they vary seasonally) so you know whether the 4 included passes on some room types will cover your party’s full visit or whether you’ll need to buy additional passes at check-in.
- Check current waterpark hours with the front desk before arrival
- Book spa appointments or Bixby’s Derby reservations early (reservations recommended for some venues)
- Bring a credit or debit card — the resort is cashless
- Expect separate charges for arcade/playopolis, laser tag, and specialty activities
| Likely extra | Planning tip |
|---|---|
| Extra waterpark passes | Budget $75 per person per day (buy at check-in) |
| Meals for family | Menus/hours vary; check front desk for seasonal hours |
| Arcade/laser tag/VR | Pay per game/activity; arcade often uses card credits |
