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Marriott's BeachPlace Towers
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21 S Ft. Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 525-4440
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 525-4440
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6 reviews for Marriott's BeachPlace Towers
The best thing about this resort is its location. There are several bars and restaurants directly in front of the hotel. There are also several of your typical touristy t-shirt shops as well. There is also an ice cream store and a smoothie stand all within the Beach Place Tower complex.
We had a very nice stay overall. However, the hotel market was EXTREMELY overpriced and the staff were always slow and pretty much less than helpful. Every time that we went in to the store it was at least a 10 minute wait at the counter.
Otherwise, they have a little business center, where you can pay cash to get online. They have a little game room, and I found this to be fun for killing a little bit of time playing pinball.
There is a bar setup just near the hotel pool, which was nice, but somewhat overrun with unattended children throughout the day and night. That's why it is so great to be directly across from the beach! There is also a lounge on the 19th floor. Early in the week of our stay, we went up to the roof and had the room to ourselves. We cuddled up on the sofa and watched the Olympic trials for a couple of hours. It was very relaxing, and we were able to watch several thunderstorms from the lounge balcony.
Many people complain about the setup for the Beach Place Towers parking lot. The parking deck does not have an ideal layout, but you just need to have some patience, and for the love of all things, know the size of your vehicle. There was nothing worse than watching the bad driver sling his Hummer around blind corners.
The last thing I'll mention is that the complex has a piano bar called Howl at the Moon. There are variations on the piano bar themed bars all across the country, but this one was a lot of fun. The performers had a great sense of humor and really got the crowd involved. We had a great time!
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As has already been said, this hotel is all about the location. It was an easy walk across the street to Fort Lauderdale Beach. Plus free beach towels for use was nice. The beds were very comfortable- what you typically expect from a Marriott. I was happy to have a nice fridge in the room (also in the room were a few cooking items such as a microwave). The gym was spacious and had plenty of good working treadmills and a few ellipticals. I didn't use the pool because I prefer swimming in the beach.
Why just three stars? The elevators. I think I might have spent half my weekend stuck in them, or waiting for them. I thanked our lucky stars we were granted a lower level floor (4) because it must have taken my entire weekend if we were on floor 20!
Also, the parking garage was another tedious chore.
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Whodathought Marriot had a timeshare villa at Beachplace? Well, my bf's family owns a timeshare here and I think it's worth every penny. I used to think timeshares were a crack scheme but this Marriot operation runs smoothly and the location can't be beat. I stayed in a 2bed/2ba suite (kitchen and washer/dryer equipped) that was within spitting distance of Fort Lauderdale beach with direct access to the shops of Beachplace and nearby restaurants and more shops to stroll past. The Marriot also had an ocean view pool, 2 jacuzzis, etc. There's nothing like spending a full day at the beach, walking directly back to your timeshare, and then having someone whip dinner on the spot. So easy, I could fall in love with the concept of living on the beach. I recommend this place if you can get into it.
Unlike other timeshare locales, this place is directly in Fort Lauderdale so its an easy 10 min. drive to the Galleria mall, Las Olas Boulevard, Riverside, etc. more things to do.
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The location is great. everything is in walking distance and the mall is down the street about 3 bus stops away (if you don't have a car). Down town is also a few bus stops away. Parking is cheaper on the first level, but you pay the parking lot (Marriott doesn't own the parking lot so they are the middle man). Loved the pool, it's so warm so I could swim in it for hours. The hot tubs aren't that bad either. There were lots of seniors and families with kids so it was kinda weird for me to be there. The rooms are good they have been remodeled recently so they have flat screens and the furniture seems new.
I'm not sure how much the hotel cost but I know that my BF got a corporate discount since he stayed there for a little over two weeks. If its as much as the other reviews are saying (500, 300, etc) I wouldn't stay here, I don't think it's worth that much. I've stayed at the Fairmont SF for that much, and thast SF downtown with a sweet room.
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I stayed there for my birthday over the weekend and i have to say i dont hate or love the place. I feel that the parking is wayy overpriced 14 dollars per night when im already spending 500 a night on a room?? and my guests would have to pay 25? i dont know i just feel like throw us a bone and give free parking if your staying there trust me i would understand if i was valeting my car i would have no problem paying it. i actually liked my room it was the 2 bedroom villa with a balcony... pretty big space i think about 1300 sq. ft with full kitchen and washer dryer. basically we ended up staying in the room to party since it was sooo cold outside and im not gonna lie we were pretty loud but from what i could tell they have very good insulation cuz i couldnt hear anything the second i walked out my room and no one ever bothered us about the noise so its a good party hotel lol. and i loved that they had a cvs and beachplace right below the hotel so anything you forgot you could just run downstairs. I had a great time so i guess it was all worth it and if i had a chance to stay over in ft lauderdale beach again i would have no problem staying there
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One of the grandest hotels I have ever stayed at as a poor college student. The rooms are ridiculously expensive--about $300 or so for a 2 bed room, BUT the locale is amazing what with the beach RIGHT THERE and all. Services and amenities are awesome with room service being absolutely delicious and worth every star. They have a couple of different pools, hot tub, a spa/sauna, want a massage? Don't worry that's available too. How about a facial, pedicure, or a manicure? Check that off your list cuz that's here too. Hungry? Don't worry, the restaurant downstairs can take care of you: chose the buffet, or chose ala carte. Valet parking also available. The interior of the lobby is amazing, and the rooms themselves make you feel like the 300 dollars you're spending for one night is worth it.
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