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Plunge Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale

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About the Hotel

4660 El Mar Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States of America, 33308

Plunge Beach Resort is an oceanfront retreat located in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, offering direct beach access without a busy roadway. The resort features three buildings, including a main Island Building with an open-plan lobby and dining options. Unique décor elements, such as driftwood lamps and vibrant furniture, enhance its retro South Florida ambiance. This hotel is a laid-back haven combining modern touches with the nostalgic charm of Florida’s beach culture.

Location

Conveniently located a half-mile from Anglin's Fishing Pier, the resort is surrounded by vibrant cafés and bars with live music. Plunge Beach Resort is easily accessible from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, which is a 9.5 miles drive away. Guests can explore the nearby quaint beach boutiques and coastal paths at their leisure.

Rooms

Spacious guest rooms at Plunge Beach Resort are decorated with colorful surf-themed art and plush bedding. Many rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and some offer furnished balconies with ocean views. Bathrooms feature modern rainfall showers and are stocked with luxurious Korres bath products. Beachside bungalows further provide direct access to the shore and intimate spaces for relaxation.

Eat & Drink

The resort boasts three on-site dining venues, including the Backflip Beach Bar & Kitchen, specializing in casual beach food and tropical drinks. Bean & Barnacle serves locally sourced coffee and breakfast options in a relaxed atmosphere. The Octopus Gastro Pub offers a varied menu, ranging from seafood to innovative cocktails for evening enjoyment.

Leisure & Business

Plunge Beach Resort features two outdoor pools, fitness center, and beach services, providing ample opportunity for leisure activities. Guests can participate in organized events like beach yoga and live music sessions. For business travelers, the resort provides meeting spaces and customizable catering options for events.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bungalow
Max:
2 persons
24 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Pool view
Shower
Private pool
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Oceanfront Queen Room
Max:
4 persons
32 m² 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Junior Suite
Max:
2 persons
37 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Fort Lauderdale 5.8 mi
Airports
Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) 6.5 mi
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood (FLL) 14.7 mi
Train
Johns Siding Railroad Station 2.4 mi
Cypress Creek Station 3.5 mi
Bus
Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class

Guest Parking

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

4660 El Mar Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States of America, 33308
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4660 El Mar Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States of America, 33308
Nearby
Parks
El Prado Park
1700 ft
4600 El Mar Dr
Laura Ward Park
900 ft
Mall
Sea Ranch Center
1200 ft
Ocean Drive
Itzchak Kornfeld
1800 ft
Restaurants
Backflip Beach Bar & Kitchen
300 ft
4660 El Mar Dr Plunge Beach Hotel
Carina's
600 ft
4743 N Ocean Dr
First Watch
1000 ft
4715 N Ocean Dr
Jasmine Garden
1200 ft
4739 N Ocean Dr
Aruba Beach Cafe
2600 ft
1 Commercial Boulevard
101 Ocean
2700 ft
101 Commercial Boulevard
Village Grille
2600 ft
4404 El Mar Drive
Sea Watch On the Ocean
3500 ft
6002 North Ocean Boulevard
Village Grill Sushi Bar
2500 ft
4406 El Mar Dr
Mulligan's Beach House Bar & Grill Lauderdale By The Sea
2700 ft
14C Commercial Blvd
DelacaSeas Cafe
3100 ft
4404 Bougainvilla Dr

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
82%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Exclusive pool access
Friendly and helpful staff
Cold-looking design
Limited dining options
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.2
Location
8.6
Service
8.3
Dining
7.9
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 14 review
4.5/5 based on 1050 review
8.4
8.4/10based on 1788 review
#9 of 27 hotels in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea based on Tripadvisor
Horace
United States of America, July  2024
9.0/10

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Greg
United States of America, July  2024
8.2/10

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M.
United States of America, June  2024
7.0/10

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Clifford
United States of America, June  2024
8.4/10

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Lee
United States of America, June  2024
8.8/10

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Walter
United States of America, February  2024
8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely awesome! The rooms were fantastic, with a large balcony facing the ocean and access to an exclusive pool that was never crowded. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, always ready to ensure a perfect day in the sun. The location was top-notch, right on the beach with stunning views, though the design was a bit cold-looking. The dining experience was delicious, especially the omelettes. Overall, a great stay with some minor room for improvement in certain areas.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were large, clean, and well-equipped, with a closet, a large verandah, ample storage, and daily cleaning. The air-conditioning worked perfectly, and having access to the pool and beach was a great bonus.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with extremely friendly and helpful staff who went out of their way to accommodate all needs. From setting up lounge chairs to providing anything necessary for a perfect beach day, the staff was top-notch.
Location
8.0
The location couldn't be better, being right on the beachfront with easy access to amenities like beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas. The only downside was the modern but somewhat cold design.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was superb, with delicious food and friendly wait staff. The omelettes were one of the best I've ever had, though the overall options could have been more varied.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay with everything needed for a perfect beach vacation.
Exclusive pool access
Cold-looking design
George
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and nicely appointed, although it doesn't have a 'resort' feel. The location is excellent, right by the beach and within walking distance to many places. The service was top-notch with friendly staff and meticulous attention to detail. However, the dining options were a bit limited. Overall, a great choice for a comfortable and convenient stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large, clean, and appointed nicely, and even had a nice balcony.
Service
9.0
The service was so friendly, and everything was meticulous. The staff, including the front desk and housekeeping, were very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location is great, right on the beach and within walking distance to restaurants, cafes, and bars.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, but it could use more selections. The pricing was reasonable, and it was just a short walk away.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel was very clean, with a restaurant onsite and walking distance to places.
Jonathan
United States of America, January  2024
8.0/10

The resort was clean and accommodating, perfect for relaxation time, but lacked a coffee maker in the rooms. The location near Lauderdale by the Sea offered easy access to dining and entertainment, while the room was missing a chair at the dinette table.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and accommodating, suitable for 4 people, albeit missing a chair at the dinette table and a coffee maker.
Service
9.0
The service was super pleasant and friendly, with efficient and cordial staff providing dry cleaning, housekeeping, welcome drink, and happy hour.
Location
8.0
The location in Lauderdale by the Sea was great, offering proximity to restaurants, cafes, and bars, though it was mistakenly listed as a paintball facility.
Dining
8.0
The dining was delicious with reasonably priced dishes, especially the omelettes, though it lacked tandoori options.
Facilities
The resort had great facilities and amenities for a comfortable stay.
Brian
United States of America, November  2023
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was incredible. The room was spacious and clean, with a large balcony overlooking the ocean and easy access to an exclusive pool that was never crowded. However, it was a bit disappointing that there was no coffee maker or minibar in the room, forcing us to go downstairs for our first cup of coffee each morning.

Rooms
9.0
The room in front of the bungalows was AWESOME, offering a large balcony with ocean views and access to a private pool.
Service
7.0
The service was exceptional when we needed our room cleaned. However, there were some hiccups with keys and communication at times.
Location
8.0
The location was very convenient with easy access to shops and a short walk to the beach. However, the design of the place could have been better.
Dining
8.0
Dining at the beachside cafe was a delight, especially the delicious omelettes. Although the coffee shop was small, the food and drinks offered were great.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers everything you need for a relaxing stay, from beach amenities to great food and refreshments by the pool.
Great ocean view
Lack of in-room coffee maker
Arthur
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.2/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were neat and all brand new, and I had a king bed with a kitchenette and an amazing view of the beach. It's so convenient being located amongst good shopping, restaurants, and the beach. The downside was not having coffee in the rooms, just a bed and a room.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were neat and brand new, with a king bed, kitchenette, and a stunning beach view.
Service
7.0
The service lacked friendliness and availability but I had a great experience with Latoya and the Hispanic girl with long hair at the front desk. Stephanie was especially helpful. The dry cleaning service, housekeeping, welcome drink, and happy hour were nice touches.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just a half-mile walk into town with access to restaurants and shops. Having a bar that opens right up to the beach is fantastic!
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed dining at the beachside cafe, but wished for more dining options within the hotel. The food at the octopus was great.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel has great facilities, but it could use improvements in service friendliness and availability.
Patrick
United Kingdom, November  2023
7.8/10

The hotel is in a prime location with convenient access to the beach, offering stunning views. The rooms, though basic, were pristine with a wonderful perspective of the pool and beach. The service, especially from the towel station and cleaning staff, was exceptional, while the dining experience left room for improvement. The location provides easy reach to various attractions, but being on the A1A had its inconveniences. Overall, a comfortable stay with great value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very basic but incredibly clean with a beautiful view over the pool to the beach.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, particularly from the friendly towel station and cleaning staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is superb with direct beach access and breathtaking views, though being on the A1A posed some inconveniences.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, with friendly wait staff and well-prepared food, but lacking in selection variety.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were satisfactory, offering what was needed for a pleasant stay.
John
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.4/10

I absolutely loved the hotel's direct beach access! Room 6 was a gem with immaculate interiors, and being close to the pools, parking, and beach made it so convenient. However, not having elevator access was manageable. The service at the restaurant was out of proportion; the staff were friendly and helpful but seemed lacking in customer service training. The location in Lauderdale by the Sea was fantastic – just a few steps from the beach and walking distance to all the great spots in town. The dining experience at the Backflip, with reasonable pricing and a few breakfast choices, was a short, enjoyable walk away. The facilities were top-notch with everything you could need for a relaxing stay.

Rooms
9.0
The room was directly at the beach, highly recommended. It was immaculate and accessible to the pools, parking, and beach.
Service
7.0
The staff at the restaurant were very friendly and helpful, but it felt like they lacked training in customer service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in Lauderdale by the Sea was wonderful, offering easy beach access and proximity to restaurants, cafes, and bars.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience at the Backflip in its own building was reasonably priced and just a short walk away, offering a few breakfast choices.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-equipped and met all my needs for a comfortable stay.
Direct beach access
Lack of elevator access
Darren
United Kingdom, August  2023
8.4/10

The hotel is an absolute gem for those looking for a cozy, balcony-equipped room, but may not suit light sleepers due to some noise. The service is top-notch, despite a hiccup with a challenging guest. The location is paradise for beach lovers, but watch out for unexpected resort fees. Dining options are varied and delightful but may have some timing issues. Overall, a satisfying stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were a perfect size and had a balcony, great for a more satisfied stay.
Service
9.0
The service was fantastic, with extremely friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.0
The location is the absolute best for direct beach access and stunning views, with fun activities like table top shuffleboard and foosball.
Dining
8.0
Dining at the Octopus was a great experience with reasonably priced, delicious food served by friendly wait staff.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were diverse and enjoyable, with a bar right on the beach and surprises like sweet cakes.
Karen
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with a few ups and downs. The room was clean and offered a great ocean view, but the lack of elevator access made it a bit challenging. The service was top-notch despite a small hiccup with the promised coffee maker. The location was fantastic, close to the beach and other amenities, though mostly comprised of motels. The dining experience was outstanding, with delicious food offerings. Overall, a good value for money with some minor inconveniences to consider.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean and had a great ocean view, but the absence of elevator access was a downside. A bit of a hassle if you have heavy luggage.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent overall, with friendly staff. However, there was a small issue with the promised coffee maker not being provided as advertised.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, right by the beach with easy access to restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. A great place to unwind and enjoy the surroundings.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was outstanding, with delicious food options. One of the best omelettes I've ever had!
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered nice facilities to enjoy during the stay.
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