Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality not as expected

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Some reviews indicated cleanliness issues, such as mildew smell and limited housekeeping.
Service
9.8
The staff is described as extremely friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
9.84
Multiple reviews praised the amazing location near the beach and convenient restaurants.
Room Quality
8.29
Some dissatisfaction noted regarding room quality and comparison to photos.
Amenities
9.32
Guests enjoyed the beach, pool, and bar facilities.
Value for Money
8.78
Competitive pricing based on location and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Experience of neighboring restaurants was mentioned, but no strong positives.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall satisfaction reflected by guests extending their stay and positive mentions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:06

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Features

Situated in Key Colony Beach, Florida, Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel boasts an outdoor pool and a private beach area. Each room is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV for ultimate comfort.

Convenience and Leisure

Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi access, a fitness centre, luggage storage, and a launderette on the premises. Fishing opportunities are also available for a relaxing pastime.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in Florida Keys-style cuisine at Havana Jack's Oceanside Restaurant and Bar, located at the hotel. With a mix of fresh seafood and indoor/outdoor dining options, it's the perfect spot for a delectable lunch or dinner.

Book your stay at Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel for a memorable beachfront experience in Key Colony Beach, Florida.

Important information:

Resort fee includes the following:

- Kayaks, paddle boards and bicycles
- Hammocks
- Barbecue facilities
- Badminton
- Giant Jenga, giant dominoes and corn hole game
- Horseshoe Pit
- Beach Toys
- 400-foot private, swimmable beach
- 2 oceanfront pools
- Oceanfront hot tub
- Chaise lounge chairs & covers
- Pool and beach towels
- Umbrellas
- Fire pits
- Oceanfront gym
- Complimentary bottled water
- Brand new oceanfront tiki bar & restaurant
- Free self parking
- En suite safety deposit box
- Business center
- WiFi
- Coffee shop and liquor store
- Live entertainment

We do not allow boats, trailers, RVs and jet skis on property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FLL

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 508 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Peggy • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything was wonderful and will stay again

Cons:

The key fob was really hard to work . We would have to try multiple times to get it to open

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • family_with_children • us
9
A must for Spring Break! We would come back!
Pros:

My mom, sister and I just spent 4 wonderful days at the Glunz resort for Spring Break. We had a bottom floor unit with the beach walk out access. It was awesome to be able to wake up and watch the sunrise while drinking our coffee. The unit had everything we needed to cook during our time there--more than most places give you. Everything was clean and we had plenty of towels for the bathroom and beach for use. Ceiling fans in the rooms and AC was cold.

The ocean access was perfect--the beach was clean and the water clear! We even saw dolphins right from the beach two days in a row. The pool and a hot tub was a bonus, though we did not use it much. There was also access to kayaks if you wanted them! The bar next door gave us drinks in plastic cups to be able to bring back to the beach. The staff at the front desk was nice and accommodating. Parking was simple and right near our unit. The beach was quiet and we liked the no bluetooth speaker policy. The chairs on the beach were comfortable and they even had umbrellas for shade. Close driving distance (less than 10 minutes) to various restaurants and stores. I could go on and on. This is a little gem in the keys! Wish we could have stayed at least one more day.

Cons:

Not deal breakers by any means... but the sink in the bathroom seemed to leak a bit and we had to keep wiping down the counter. Also not a big deal, but we only received housekeeping once during our stay (they gave fresh towels and emptied trash) and they did not refill TP so we had to go to the front desk and ask. She gladly gave us a few rolls, no issue.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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joann • family_with_children • us
5
great location but staying there is frustrating with lack of amenities in the villa
Pros:

location, on the water, lots of birds to watch diving for fish.

Cons:

overpriced and under furnished. Villa was rated to hold six people but spartan on everything, dishware, cooking utensils, bedding. no extra blankets, pillows, kitchen towels. rugs on the floor. even garbage bags. when asked, front desk always said to come pick up. for the price, these things should already be there. clients paying this rate do not want to take their industrial stuff home. garage in each unit but not available. STAIRS everywhere. up one level to living and kitchen, another to bedrooms. definitely not for older folks. even handles in bathoom are not easy like levers.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Becky • couple • us
9
Great property.
Pros:

Private beach was great. The room was nice, as advertised. The floor hadn't been mopped. But, everything else was wonderful.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Gry Eva • couple • no
7
Greit hotell, men altfor dyrt, og svarte ikke til forventningene
Pros:

Personalet var utrolig hyggelig, og veldig på tilbudssiden. Sengen var god. Praktisk med gode parkeringsmuligheter på stedet. Hotellet har restaurant vegg i vegg, med mye godt å velge i mellom,

Cons:

Vi valgte hotellet fordi det i beskrivelsen står at de har egen privat strand ( i tillegg til at det er et svært høyt rangert hotell av tidligere gjester). Det vi ikke forstod var at dette er en bitteliten kunstig strand, med litt merkelig sand, og ikke en ordentlig strand. Rommet var lite, og vanntrykket i dusjen så dårlig at vi droppet hårvask mens vi var der. Dette var vårt første besøk til Florida Keys, som vi hadde gledet oss til som en deilig avslutning på ferien og bilturen rundt i Florida. Men, vi angrer på at vi ikke forlenget oppholdet vi hadde i Cocoa Beach istedet. Hotellet var det dyreste på hele turen, som nok også skyldtes litt uheldige omstendigheter med sen bestilling fra vår side, Spring break (som vi ikke var klar over), og at det generelt er dyrt i Florida Keys. Allikevel sitter vi igjen med opplevelsen at vi betalte svært mye for noe som ikke svarte til forvetningene. Vi kommer ikke til å booke her igjen.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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deborahsC9705QK • Friends getaway
10
Great experience!
Pros:

Entirely wonderful vacation in immaculate 3 bedroom suite with dedicated pool right on the beach. We loved watching the pelicans and other birds from our patio and balcony. Functional kitchen for guests who want to cook. Great housekeeping and plenty of fresh towels. Staff was very helpful during reservation process and throughout our stay. We would undoubtedly stay there again!

2026-03-16 • via Tripadvisor
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N2817HNreneew • Family
10
Atmosphere
Pros:

We really enjoyed the amenities and the view. Great restaurant next door. Hotel was perfect

2026-03-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Lisa • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Very friendly staff, hot tub was great. Lounge chairs very comfortable

Cons:

The AC in the room was not working properly and didn’t produce enough cold air.

A little dated in the elevator or outer building

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • couple • us
7
Pros:

While the location was oceanfront .. you could not swim in the ocean because of rocks and seaweed. The room was clean and comfortable. The swimming pool was small but refreshing

Cons:

Way overpriced. Husband said a glorified Motel 6. Unfortunately we had a chain smoker 2 doors down so we could not enjoy our outside ocean view chairs. For such an expensive room, owners need to pay housekeeping a sustainable wage so there is no envelope asking for a tip

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Henry • extended_group • us
10
A really great place to stay.
Pros:

Everything was great. Staff was very helpful and the facility was exactly as advertised. Clean, comfortable, well located and on the beach. Really a great place to stay.

Cons:

The bed was a little soft for me but that is just a personal preference.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Greg • couple • us
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • us
10
Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel in Key Colony Beach was the perfect mix of relaxed Keys charm, a real sandy beach, and family-fr
Pros:

Nice beach right on the water. Having a kitchen in our room saved us a lot of money.

Cons:

No complaints.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Ken • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Facility was very nice. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Location beautiful. Our first visit to marathon.

Cons:

The lack of water pressure and hot water in shower and bed was worn out and uncomfortable which made for not a restful sleep.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Edit • couple • hu
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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alexgZ9891KW • Couples • Kissimmee, Florida
10
Great will return 🤙
Pros:

Great room and bar area and pool and view staff and bar and area very friendly and enjoyable!

2026-02-25 • via Tripadvisor
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Serge • couple • fr
8
Pros:

L emplacement

Cons:

La vétusté pour le tarif

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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douglaspT5429FI • Friends getaway
10
Loved it!!
Pros:

Excellent view and great sunrises, friendly staff and great beaches. Definitely recommend as we are looking to return

2026-02-24 • via Tripadvisor
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patricksZ1550RP • Family
2
Misleading "Resort": Dirty, unkept, and overpriced.
Pros:

​Our stay at Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel & Resort was a deep disappointment and, in our opinion, did not represent a $700-per-night value. After booking through a third-party agency under the impression this was a 4-star caliber establishment, we found the reality to be well below even a 3-star standard.
​Room Quality & Hygiene:
Our initial room was unacceptable. Upon entry, we were met with a heavy, musty odor and a room temperature of 79°F. The floors were visibly filthy; our feet were soiled before we even reached the beds. The shower was stained with peeling, slip-resistant stickers, and the bedding had visible stains. After two hours of the AC failing to cool the room, we requested a refund. Instead, we were given a room change. While the second room’s AC functioned, the bedding suffered from the same cleanliness issues and the space was cramped.
​Property Amenities & Maintenance:
​Pool Area: We attempted an evening swim, but the experience was poor. Despite being advertised as heated, the water was uncomfortably cold. Furthermore, the poolside seating was completely neglected; every chair was wet and covered in sand.
​The Beach: The "private beach" is quite small and sandwiched between two docks. It was heavily covered in seaweed during our stay, making it uninviting. Although a tractor began clearing the seaweed at checkout the following morning, it was too late for us to utilize the space.
​Value:
At a premium price point of $700 per night, a guest expects high maintenance, modern facilities, and rigorous cleaning standards. Between the stained bedding, dirty floors, and unkept common areas, this property felt like a budget-tier motel at a luxury resort price. It was a very disappointing way to spend a special occasion, and we cannot recommend this establishment.

2026-02-22 • via Tripadvisor
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U4131WSrichardc • Family
10
Ocean front resort!!
Pros:

Fabulous location, great service, extremely clean and convenient with Havana Jacks restaurant next door. Other great restaurants 5 minutes away. Pool is heated!!! We will be back. Barbara and Rich, new jersey

2026-02-22 • via Tripadvisor