The Cove Altantis Is Upgrading Its Suites

By: - January 25th, 2016

The Cove Atlantis is planning upgrades of its suites, the property announced this week.

The property began refurbishing all of its suites beginning in December.

The guest experience “will be enhanced further by new headboards, carpets and colorful wall art,” the hotel said in a statement.

The renovation is slated for completion by mid-May 2016.

The resort will remain fully operational throughout the project, with a rolling renovation plan.

— CJ Staff

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