OverviewThis property is situated in Hollywood, south of Fort Lauderdale, and features direct beach access. Offering multiple on-site recreational facilities, including tennis courts and golf course access, this property is well suited for guests who prefer a more active vacation experience.
This hotel is 100% smoke free and all rooms include a 36" flat screen TV with in-room movies and video games, a mini-bar, a safe, marble fixtures in the bathrooms and individual climate control. Select rooms also feature a fully furnished private balcony. Suites provide more spacious accommodations and also have a sofabed.
Guests staying in rooms and suites on the Club Floors have exclusive access to the Club Lounge, which features a free continental breakfast, free evening snacks and evening cocktail service.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, while in-room Wi-Fi and wired Internet are available for an additional fee of $12.95 per day. Self- and valet parking are available on site for an additional fee of $20 per night and $25 per night, respectively. Pets are not permitted.
There are multiple on-site dining options, including fine dining, casual dining, a cafe and two bars/lounges. Room service is also available.
On-site recreational facilities include two outdoor pools, a fitness centre, a spa, tennis courts, free shuttle service to the hotel golf course, athletic shoes and apparel rentals and a marina. Other on-site amenities include meeting space, a business centre, concierge and porter services, a 24-hour front desk, an ATM, dry cleaning/laundry service, luggage storage and safe deposit boxes.
The Diplomat Mall and Hallandale Place Shopping Centre are both 3 minutes away by car, while Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino is a 6-minute drive away. The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood and Port Everglades are both about 20 minutes away by car. Anne Kolb Nature Center and the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood are both 8 minutes away by car, while Greynolds Park and Golf Course is a 12-minute drive away.
The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is about a 16-minute drive away. (All driving time estimates: Google Maps)
The GoodMany reviewers praised the appearance of the rooms and property in general, among the guest reviews used for this analysis.
The rooms were frequently described as well appointed, with a few guests saying that their rooms were luxurious. A couple of reviewers praised the modern bathroom fixtures, while a few guests found their rooms to be clean. Many reviewers described pleasant views of the beach and city from the guest rooms .One guest said that the view from her room was stunning. A few guests added that the lobby area was well appointed.
Many guests thought that the pool area was beautiful, while a few reviewers said that surrounding grounds were well maintained and pristine. Many reviewers said that the hotel provided convenient access to the beach, while several guests mentioned that the beach was clean and well maintained.
The staff were often complimented by guests for their attentive and professional service. One reviewer said that the staff provided "genuinely warm and upbeat service".
The Bad
Among the reviews sourced for this editorial, most guest concerns stemmed from on-site prices and additional fees.
Several guests complained about paying additional fees for lounge chairs and private cabanas on the beach, while several other reviewers thought that the prices at the on-site restaurants and bars were too expensive. A couple of guests complained about the parking fees ($20 to $25 per night), while one reviewer thought that the room rates were expensive.
While many guests complimented the staff, a few reviewers thought that the staff were slow to respond to their concerns and requests.
A couple of reviewers found the lobby frequently crowded.
Expedia.ca gave this hotel an average score of 4.4 out of 5, with 91% of 586 guests recommending the property.
TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #11 out of 66 hotels in Hollywood, Florida, with an average score of 4 out of 5, from 1,787 reviews.
