Super Mario Sunshine: Get the Shine in Hotel Lobby

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Alright, let's dive into Episode 2 of Sirena Beach in Super Mario Sunshine! This one's called "The Hotel Lobby's Secret," and it's all about clearing out some pesky Boos and finding a hidden Shine Sprite. You'll access this episode through a pipe on the hotel roof after you've finished up in Pinna Park and dealt with Shadow Mario back in Delfino Plaza.

Walkthrough

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First things first, head into the hotel and chat with the manager. He'll explain the situation – the place is overrun with Boos! You can zap them with FLUDD, but that's not our main goal here. Keep an eye out for special Pink Boos.
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When you spray a Pink Boo, it'll create a temporary pink platform. You'll need to use these to climb up to the next floor. Just keep spraying them and hopping on the platforms they create.
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Repeat this process on the next floor. You'll eventually spot a big golden statue with its mouth wide open. This is your ticket to the secret area!
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To get into the statue's mouth, you'll need to use a Somersault Jump (jump, then press jump again in mid-air) and then use your hover nozzle to float right in.
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Once you're in the secret area, it's time to get serious. Run straight to the end of the first path. You'll see a path above you; use a Somersault Jump to reach it.
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Here, you'll encounter some flying enemies. You'll need to time your jumps carefully, using these enemies as stepping stones to cross the gaps and reach the other side.
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Next, you'll come across two columns of bricks. Break the left one first. Then, use Spin Jumps to smash through the remaining bricks. After that, use Wall Kicks to propel yourself to the top.
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You'll reach a point with two paths. Take the left one. Be quick, because these Sand Blocks will disappear shortly after you step on them!
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After the Sand Blocks, you'll find a row of Watermelon Blocks. Perform a Ground Pound on each of them. Doing this will reveal a 1-Up Mushroom!
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Finally, drop down to the wheel. Time your run across it carefully to reach the Sand Pyramid. The Shine Sprite is waiting for you there!

Tips

Don't forget that spraying Pink Boos is key to creating platforms to ascend the hotel floors.
Master the Somersault Jump and hover for reaching higher ledges and entering the golden statue.
Be precise with your jumps when crossing gaps using the flying enemies.
The Sand Blocks disappear fast, so don't hesitate!
Ground Pounding the Watermelon Blocks is a neat trick to get an extra life.

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Episode 2: The Hotel Lobby's Secret