Plunge Beach Resort

Hotels
8.6 (2336 reviews)
4660 El Mar Dr. , Fort Lauderdale , us
+1 754-312-5775

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean facilities
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Poor room setup for intended capacity

Categories

Cleanliness
7.31
Concerns about unclean carpets and a room with fresh vomit.
Service
9.78
Staff is consistently praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.32
Great beach proximity and convenient to local amenities.
Room Quality
7.27
Rooms were noted as tired and not properly accommodating a stated guest count.
Amenities
9.3
Positive remarks about facility offerings like beach service and 24/7 support.
Value for Money
8.26
Overall good value, but some issues with room size for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Food at the bar is delicious, enhancing the overall experience.
Overall Experience
8.78
Despite some issues, the hotel experience was overall positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Plunge Beach Resort in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea offers stylish rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms. Some rooms even provide stunning sea or pool views, kitchenettes, and safes for your convenience.

Fantastic Amenities

Guests can enjoy on-site parking, free bike rentals, and water sports facilities. The resort also features a 24-hour fitness center, beach towels, and beach chairs for ultimate relaxation by the poolside or on the beach.

Delightful Dining Options

Indulge in local cocktails and snacks at the Backflip Beach Bar & Kitchen or savor Starbucks coffee and sweet treats at Bean & Barnacle. With activities like snorkeling and diving nearby, Plunge Beach Resort offers a perfect blend of leisure and adventure.

Book your stay at Plunge Beach Resort for a memorable beachfront experience!

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2336 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.31
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 7.27
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 8.26
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Barbara • family_with_children • de
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Cheronne • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Beachfront

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • us
9
Beach service will be amazing.
Pros:

Staff they are so sweet and professionals

Cons:

Restaurant more available options to eat inside of the hotel.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Marie-Claude • family_with_children • ca
9
Dans l'ensemble, c'était parfait
Pros:

Le personnel très gentil et dévoué
On répond à nos demande quand c'est disponible
Les bouteilleslles d'eau à volonté
La proximité de la piscine et la plage et du salon d'ongle

Cons:

L'eau de la piscine était un peu brouillé car son PH n'était pas adéquat
Une petite machine à café dans la chambre
Le ménage de la chambre tardivement
Le prix est très dispendieux en Février

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
7
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
Érika • couple • ca
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Eddie • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Beach bar had nice views

Cons:

Room was a nice size but sparsely furnished.

Room with the ocean view has a volleyball net right outside. People played until after 10, telling and screaming in the dark.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Kure • solo_traveller • co
9
Excelente la estadía muy bueno el servicio, la zona y todo lo que se ve es lo que obtienes
Pros:

La atención y las personas del restaurante y en general todos fue súper bueno

Cons:

Que no le ponen cafetera a las habitaciones

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
10
Excellent short break!
Pros:

Great location with balcony overlooking the beach!

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Pernudi • couple • us
9
Plunge beach resort is amazing
Pros:

The property is amazing

Cons:

Everything is good with the property

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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James • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Beach front room. Available restaurants .

Cons:

Elevator looks run down. Did not have enough help staff present were excellent.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Steffen • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Die direkte Lage am Strand war gut, auch dass pro Zimmer zwei Liegen und ein Sonnenschirm inklusive waren. Geräumige Zimmer, gerade mit mehreren Koffern von Vorteil. Ein Supermarkt war ebenfalls in drei Minuten fußläufig erreichbar.

Cons:

Während unseres Besuchs waren sehr viele Algen am Strand und im Wasser.
Die Fliesen im Bad waren teilweise etwas lose und gebrochen.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
8
The staff very nice and helpful
Pros:

Beach convenience

Cons:

Lobby A little older, but otherwise very nice

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Fritz • couple • us
7
Overall it was a nice stay.
Pros:

The bar and beach access was very nice.

Cons:

The main lobby was very nice but the carpet was old where our room was located. Also, the beach access was not open early in the morning.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Marc R. • couple • de
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • extended_group • us
8
I would stay here again! Great stay for a couple days and enjoyed local restaurants! Seaweed ruined the ocean fun but no
Pros:

Location to stores
Last minute reservations and price was good.

Cons:

Restaurant was not good, no water available when needed
We did not know there were several buildings and we were not staying on the beach

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Marcia • couple • us
10
It’s a beautiful, clean, safe and relaxing tropical getaway !
Pros:

Staff are so friendly and helpful. Suzette, Kent and Eugene were all wonderful! The property is very well maintained, the pool is always being cleaned, plenty of chairs available by the pool, toiletries in the bathroom are great! Fruit infused water in the lobby is a plus and some days there was complimentary juice made on site that they offered in the lobby by the check in desk. Our balcony was lovely to have. I felt very safe and comfortable in the area—you have to wear a plastic bracelet for duration of your stay but it’s reassuring to know that random people from the street can’t come in and use the pool or facilities. No fuss when I asked to check out at 12pm! Staff was wonderful in helping get me an umbrella on the beach and were super attentive (Shaun and Tim thank you!)
Publix is literally across the street, along with Dunkin and CVS! We didn’t make it to the local restaurants and stores in town by the water but we loved this place so much we are coming back in September to check it all out!

Cons:

The mini fridge in our room is very small. They can easily fit a larger one in the huge space we had. A coffee maker in the room would make it so much better but I understand they are running a business and there is a coffee shop in the island tower lobby that serves fresh coffee, drinks and even a huge assortment of ice creams for purchase. Tons of red seaweed in the ocean but that’s Mother Nature and nothing the property can control.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great short break and would highly recommend.
Pros:

Great location right on the beach!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • us
10
Good
Pros:

The resort is fantastic. Unfortunately unable to go to the water due to the seaweed!

Cons:

The water at the beach and the pool water too hot

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee