This condo is a great space and would be excellent with a few upgrades and improvements. Some of the issues cannot be helped, like the location of Margaritaville rooftop noise and ugliness right below the balcony. BUT, there are still wonderful views and we loved watching the fireworks from our 23rd floor balcony each night.
As for check in and check out, the process is super easy and the people at SPI are always in touch and accessible. My issue is that check in time should be earlier than 4 pm and checkout time should be later than 10 am. For what you are paying for this condo, you literally pay for an entire day that you do not have access to the condo.
As for the condo's amenities, the kitchen needs some attention with regard to pots and pans and dishes. They are well worn and a bit gross. The coffee maker was a relic.
The mattresses are very firm and not super comfortable. But the bathrooms are spacious and luxurious and I love the huge tub in the master.
All in all, this is an awesome condo and the Sapphire does not disappoint. The pool is gorgeous and sparkling and I appreciate the Courtesy Patrol staff making sure everyone adheres to the rules so that we all can enjoy the amenities.