Name: Hotel Sheldon
Address: 1000 North Surf Road, Hollywood Beach, Hollywood, Florida, United States of America, Hollywood, Broward County, US
Price range: $134–$309 per night
Rating: 8.52

What guests think

At Hotel Sheldon, travellers consistently praise the unbeatable beachfront Broadwalk location and views, generally friendly, accommodating staff, and practical extras like in-room beach chairs, while noting a simple, no-frills setup with ongoing renovations and limited on-site amenities.

Rooms are updated in parts and can have great ocean views, but many are small with very compact bathrooms, thin doors and walls, and noise from the boardwalk or nearby venues can carry late. Cleanliness is often praised, though a few guests reported odors, mildew, or pests, and construction areas have occasionally looked messy. There’s no pool, breakfast, or on‑site restaurant; parking is off-site with a daily fee, and the lobby has been under renovation, though beach towels, chairs, umbrellas, and lobby coffee are provided. Expect a clean, basic beachfront stay with stellar access and possible noise.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic: no pool, breakfast, or on-site restaurant, and the lobby has often been under renovation. Helpful perks include in-room beach chairs and umbrellas, lobby coffee/water, nearby paid parking, and occasional early/late check-in for a fee; elevator outages have been reported.

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Francisco

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place at the best location! Just be aware that parking is extra, not a big deal and runs around 20 bucks per day which is not bad given the location. Parking is crazy expensive anywhere beach related. The bed was great and AC cold as a fridge. Highly recommended and priced right. For those commenting on the remodel; the main lobby is almost completed. Not a big deal. Easy to walk anywhere here. Downstairs are a nice Mexican taco and ice cream shop.

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Susan

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Extremely convenient hotel that is right on the Broadwalk in Hollywood Beach. Lobby is beautifully remodeled with complimentary coffee all day and a little dining nook that looks out over the broadwalk and beach. Property's common areas were very clean. Our room smelled strongly of cleaning supplies the first day but other than that, was great. Very comfortable beds and linens and large towels. The only small annoyance were the trash cans in the room and bathroom. They were tiny. There was a lovely fresh smell throughout the lobby and stairwell - I recommend the Hotel Sheldon use that same scent in the rooms - it's top notch!

10

Shmuel

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Best location on the boardwalk . Staff was very nice and polite they try to help with any request . Not a full service hotel but you got everything you need just outside the doors

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Mesay

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

No breakfast, No swimming pool, limited amenities

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Gerald

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Property was beachfront and very clean. Never had a pool though. Very nice hotel!

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RAFAEL

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Renovated - rooms are excellent - excellent location - check in and out very very efficient and convenient 20 Parking fee per day - early check in 50 late check out 50 Good hotel for a short vacation beach umbrella, towels and chairs in the room

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Lisa

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is still being renovated. The rooms are neat and clean. Right on the beach. No food amenities on property as of yet. The rooms have microwave and fridge, but no coffee maker. Lobby staff nice. I think when it is finished it will be okay.

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Daniel

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location! Hollywood Beach Boardwalk and the ocean is right out your door. Price is relatively cheap, but perhaps it’s because they have minimal services— lobby receptionist but no concierge, no restaurant, no laundry, etc. But if you’re just looking for a cheap place to stay while you soak up the sun, this is the place.

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Sarah

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you have loud or many kids I wouldn’t exactly recommend as it’s an inside hotel and some people may complain. Other than that the location is great & staff is very nice. Elevator broke down so we had to carry all luggage down the steps, but that could happen anywhere to anybody at anytime. O

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amy

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has chairs and umbrella for the beach in every room. You can also store your luggage if you arrive before check in time

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and common areas clean, with some newly remodeled spaces. However, a minority reported odors, mildew, pests, or sand/dust on linens, showing occasional inconsistencies.

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Tabitha

Oct 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

First and foremost, walking to our room, I’ve never smelt a cleaner hotel in my life. Our room was nice and clean. We were staying in this hotel before Hurricane Milton came though. Being from Kentucky, we didn’t think it would be safe to ride out the storm or take the chance of getting stranded because our kids were at home. Without hesitation, they refunded us the days we didn’t stay at the hotel. We’ve been to Hollywood Beach numerous times and when we go back, we will be staying here not only for the cleanliness but for the thoughtfulness when we were scared we wouldn’t make it back home in time for our children.

10

Jimmy

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Love the location. Room was clean. Construction caused some issues. Otherwise it would be 5 stars.

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Mo

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent y great location and very very clean

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Jamie

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room fridge had the previous guest food still in it, and one of the pillows had a mysterious brown streak on it. I had the pillows changed out. The room obviously was not cleaned properly. The location was perfect, walkable to a bunch of local restaurants and shops.

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Oady

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed was wonderful. The view was incredible! It was difficult to find out where to check in. Parking was a trek due to weather. There was mold on the ceiling above the shower. The bath ceiling had been repaired many times. Beware! The hot water in the shower is scalding hot! Nice closet space, room came with 2 chairs and an umbrella for the beach. It was mid 40’s and misting rain. No beach time! Available restaurants were way overpriced!

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Mary

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smelled very odd throughout lobby and in individual rooms. Also the hotel room itself leaves a crack all surrounding the outline of the door, so when others get home from their night it is as if they are inside your room in terms of sound and light.

4

Christian

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One of the rooms still had sand on the bed which means the sheets were not cleaned properly.

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Nikita

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff at the desk was a bit rude. Cockroach crawled on me while I was sleeping, flushed it in the toilet. The painting fell off the wall while I was asleep, of course I woke up. Bad luck I guess. But besides that a nice modern clean hotel in a beautiful location.

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Marlyn

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice, very clean

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Edward L

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Perfect location. Nice and clean and quiet. Every member of the staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Rooms

Rooms range from newly renovated with appealing ocean or balcony views to very small layouts with tiny bathrooms and limited storage. Thin doors/walls and light gaps can allow noise and light; some guests found beds firm and missed mirrors/hooks.

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ELIZABETH

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Most of the staff were very friendly(night desk was not), the location is the absolute best part of the property, the rooms were clean and would be cleaned as often or as little as you like. Chairs and umbrella & beach towels provided, broom and dustpan in the room, we had a microwave, small fridge, coffee pot and coffee bar is available in the lobby. There is a safe in the closet and black out blinds. The worst part was the uncomfortable bed and the light that comes in around the entire door at night. If you are light sensitive at night, I recommend a sleep mask to block out the light and it was very easy to hear noise in the hall and other rooms, however, the noise level seemed to be fairly low after 10.

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Kevin

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Location was amazing. Definitely get the balcony room.

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Jessica

Feb 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a great little gem. We booked this property because we wanted a beach front hotel with a view from our room and walkable to coffee shops/ beach. Parking was a breeze, check in was great. The lobby isn’t anything fancy, and is undergoing some Reno’s it appears which is fine. The elevator/ hallways are blah BUT the room was wonderful. Beautiful view from our room, great size tv, good shower, clean. The beach chairs and umbrella, and coffee machine in the room were a wonderful surprise. I recommend this to anyone not looking for anything fancy but wants to be close to the beach, restaurants, coffee shops. We walked the whole boardwalk. It was wonderful. Great value hotel. No amenities but wonderfully clean and welcoming.

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Linda

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This was a very pleasurable stay. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. It was also very clean and comfortable. I have one complaint and I hope the owner reads this. We went with five couples, and we all made reservations at the same time and paid the same amount. When we got there, I was assigned a room that was probably half the size of two of the other couples rooms. I have never been in a hotel room this small. There was literally no place to put any toiletries. There was no place to put the suitcases to empty them or when they were empty to store them. The closet was a joke. The bathroom was so small that when you sat on the toilet, your knees touched the wall in front of you. I cannot believe that They would rent this room out for the same price of the other rooms. I was going to complain to the manager, but I decided to suck it up because two of the other couples I went with had the same small rooms. I will go back to this hotel, but I will not ever stay in one of the tiny rooms again. Please make sure when you go there to look at your room before you take the key. Other than that, the stay was great.

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Brenda

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Right in the middle of Hollywood beach broadwalk. Beach was a minute from hotel. Hotel gave you two beach chairs and an umbrella to use at the beach. Clean rooms, Location is what makes me recommend this hotel. Live bands down the street five minute walk. restaurants and a few shops. Bathroom was very small with no shelves or hooks anywhere. But if you just want a clean place to lay your head at night this is great location wise. Everything else is just average

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Cristiana

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was terrible and washrooms are way too tiny. Area is great

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Steven Winston

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Renovations on the Third floor are very nice - comfortable and contemporary!

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Javier

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Small rooms and bathrooms

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Ron

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Highly recommend! Very comfortable. Pros: On the boardwalk. You are on the beach. Cons: There are 2 oceanfront Balconys and only a metal railing separtating the 2. But still would get the balcony room everytime!

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Frands

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place, but messy due to reconstruction and also doors to the rooms have a 1 inch gap in the bottom so it's quite noisy from the hallway

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly and accommodating, with help on early check-in, luggage storage, and beach gear. A few guests reported rude interactions or poor responses to problems, so experiences can occasionally vary.

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Tamila

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location, excellent staff, clean rooms. We also appreciated that hotel provided us with the beach umbrella and chairs.

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Denise

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

husbands wallet stolen FROM OUR ROOM while we stepped out for breakfast.Police was called. I insisted on going up with a friend while maid checked the room, which had already been moved into. While taking the elevator back down another employee was in the elevator and the maid asked her what she was doing and she sarcastically said "helping you look for the wallet" and rolled her eyes. I held my cool for about 3 seconds and said that i didnt appreciate her making a joke about it. His ID. Cash, credit cards were all in his wallet and we were leaving the next day for a cruise. The first girl told me that was the third "lost" wallet that week. The wallet was there when we left, but gone when we got back from breakfast. Front desk wouldn't show the camera that was pointed towards our room during the time frame we and the officer asked for, she said we were being rude and didnt appreciate it. She showed it for 15 mins AFTER the time we needed to see. Officer defended us stating we actually were NOT being rude, we were upset because all husbands stuff was missing. We knew the time frame and she wouldnt show us the camera. No warrent so we couldnt push that. The manager was called and (i heard this too because we were right beside the officer while he spoke to her) she told him she didnt know what the big deal was, we could just get new cards and ID. This was our third time of staying here but i have never felt more betrayed or violated by a staff as i have from this staff.

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Solomon

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

The location was superb, right on the broadwalk on the beach. Patricia was very helpful when our plane was delayed by weather. The hotel provided beach umbrella and beach chairs which were great and handy to have.

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Jenny

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a nice little hotel on the boardwalk. Clean. Anais at the front desk - very nice and answered all my questions upon arrival and there after. Very pleasant hospitality.

8

Staci

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived on an overnight flight. Room wasn’t ready but Tiffany at the front desk was so welcoming. She stored our luggage and provided us with a place to change clothes along with beach chairs and umbrellas to go sit on the beach to wait for our room. We had such a relaxing day on the beach. Multiple bars nearby to get drinks from and beautiful sand to chill out on. After check in we got to our very good room. Only thing keeping it from great was that the bathroom was very small. Other than that the room was big and we had a beachfront view to die for. Restaurants nearby were all good. I really couldn’t recommend this place enough. There was noise outside which should be expected but we were so tired we slept right through it all. Again, Tiffany was more than gracious and gave us everything we needed for a great one night stay before cruising out of Everglades port.

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Monique

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I recently stayed here and I must say, it was an experience I would not wish on anyone. From the moment I arrived, it was clear that this hotel is not living up to its advertised standards!!!!!! First and foremost, the staff interactions were far from welcoming. There was an overwhelming sense of indifference from the employees. The front entrance was supposedly under construction, but it appeared that no real work was being done. This gave a very unprofessional and neglected impression right from the start. The rooms were not only outdated but also dirty. To make matters worse, the walls were paper-thin, providing zero privacy. I could hear every conversation from neighboring rooms, which made it impossible to relax. As for amenities, there were virtually none to speak of. The only “perks” were some cheap beach towels and the hotel’s location on the strip, which is hardly enough to justify a stay here. I paid for hotel parking at the hotel’s nearby lot, and upon returning, I found boots on my rental car!!! The attendant explained that hotel Sheldon’s staff must have forgotten to submit it to his log!!! Thankfully, I had my receipt, and he was able to remove the boots and cancel the tow truck. However, when I brought this issue to the attention to the next hotel shift attendant there was no apology or acknowledgment of the inconvenience caused. Instead, I was told to come back in the morning to speak with a manager, which felt dismissive and unprofessional. Disappointing!!!

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Christine

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was amazing! Anise (not sure of spelling) was so great, she got us checked in early. The place is older but clean, they’re doing some updating! You walk out of lobby and you’re on the beach/boardwalk. Close to airport. Lots of dining and shopping. I would definitely stay here again.

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Yoraxi

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lady in the front desk somehow rude... talk to you like you are her son.. employee... not good

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richard

Mar 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Recently stayed at the Hotel Sheldon and had a great experience. We Got to the hotel early, our room wasn’t ready but the staff was very nice and gave us a parking pass, which was included in our reservation directed us to the lot which was less then a block away. After we parked they let us use some beach chairs, towels and an umbrella. The staff took down our phone number and called us about an hour later to let us know our room was ready. The room was updated and had a small walk in closet with a safe, a mini kitchen with a microwave, mini fridge and coffee machine. There were also beach chairs and an umbrella in the room to use. The bathroom was updated and very clean. We did not get an ocean view room, but still had a nice view of the intercoastal and A1A from our third floor window The location is excellent, right on the Hollywood boardwalk, just steps from the beach, next door to Margaritaville and walking distance to a number of other restaurants and shops. I’ve stayed at two other Hollywood boardwalk hotels recently and each charged additional fees for parking and beach chair rentals, one even had a secret resort fee. This is the best hotel I’ve stayed at in Hollywood and I will definitely stay there again. Thank you Hotel management and staff!

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Paul

Jan 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic location and very friendly and helpful staff. Gave great recommendations for places to get a good bakery breakfast and Argentine grill dinner. Also got us a taxi to cruise port. Doing some Reno’s, but honestly does not take away from the charm of the hotel. Will stay there again especially as they provide everything for a day on the beach right outside the doors.

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Location

Outstanding beachfront spot directly on the Hollywood Broadwalk with easy access to restaurants, bars, and entertainment, including Margaritaville. Several reviews note late-night noise from nearby venues and the boardwalk.

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Paul

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was undergoing a renovation in the lobby, so it looked like a mini construction zone, but did not diminish the excellent service and location this hotel has to offer. We had a room overlooking the ocean and the only issue we noticed (and it wasn't that big of a deal) was it can be a little noisy if there are crowds on the broadwalk. Although, that location also makes it great for views and people watching. Will definitely stay here next time we visit.

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Kim

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room over looked beach, great approximaty to restraunts and entertainment. Noisy for a while during night due to room being so close to boardwalk and peple still out n about at 230am. Let us check in early for extra $50.

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Firdaus

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The hotel has an excellent location, right on the beach. Staff are friendly and competent. Beach chairs, towels and umbrella are provided. Good value for the area. Only problem was the incredibly loud music from the yogurt store. It made opening our front window an unpleasant experience. If you don’t mind ear-splitting music all day from 10am to 12pm, this is a great place. Not for us, which is a shame since everything else was wonderful

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Yvonne

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view and location was amazing.

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Gabriela

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location

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Mike

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on beach walkway. Lots of little restaurants and shops. Very friendly staff. Good value

10

Silvana

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Best location and a beautiful view to the Ocean.

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Brian

Mar 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very loud bar adjacent to hotel, keep us up all night. Hotel very dated and had a musty smell. Staff was nice.

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Taniel

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent stay. Cant beat the location. Comfy sleep. Be mindful nights can be quite noisy with restaurants/ bars on the boardwalk, but great value!

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Kathy

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

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Dining

No on-site restaurant or breakfast, but the property sits among many eateries and bars along the Broadwalk, with options just downstairs and within steps.

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Aira Joyce

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was lovely and the property is right on the beach. You can walk and there are plenty of small shops and restaurants.

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Kathleen

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved this hotel. Location is incredible, staff were lovely, clean rooms. We’ve already booked out next stay here for our next time in Hollywood beach.

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Denise

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

This is a good little hotel along the beach strip of popular hotels. I like the smaller, less noisy and crowded feel of this hotel. They have 2 chairs and an umbrella available for guests. I like that bc most hotels will charge you $100/day for those things. It’s nice to go right out to the beach or walk along the strip. Giorgio’s across the street away from the beach was the best restaurant within walking distance.

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Mesay

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

No breakfast, No swimming pool, limited amenities

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Charlene

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place, location was great… on boardwalk, shops, restaurants & the beach.

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Mark

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location right on the beach, plenty of eating and drinking establishments all around.

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Steven

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy. Location was fabulous. We love strolling along the Hollywood Broadwalk and finding a place for dinner.

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Mike

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on beach walkway. Lots of little restaurants and shops. Very friendly staff. Good value

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Daniel

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location! Hollywood Beach Boardwalk and the ocean is right out your door. Price is relatively cheap, but perhaps it’s because they have minimal services— lobby receptionist but no concierge, no restaurant, no laundry, etc. But if you’re just looking for a cheap place to stay while you soak up the sun, this is the place.

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Carrie

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel location is excellent. The beach, shops, restaurants, and entertainment are all very close. Our room was very clean and the ocean view was beautiful. Our room had been recently updated, and it appeared other updates were in progress. We arrived early and the staff held our bags until our room was ready so we could enjoy the area. There were beach chairs and an umbrella in our closet for use, as well as beach towels in the lobby. Coffee and a hot/cold water dispenser were available in the lobby throughout the day. Although the room was updated, the mattress was firm and on the thinner side. I slept well, but would have preferred a more plush mattress. We would definitely stay again.

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Month	Average price
January	$269
February	$309
March	$266
April	$223
May	$196
June	$171
July	$173
August	$137
September	$126
October	$144
November	$218
December	$271

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $171	19 $202
20 $160	21 $144	22 $151	23 $134	24 $152	25 $184	26 $205
27 $176	28 $167	29 $167	30 $171

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $171	2 $193	3 $193
4 $152	5 $154	6 $162	7 $155	8 $188	9 $209	10 $230
11 $194	12 $178	13 $167	14 $182	15 $178	16 $219	17 $224
18 $161	19 $171	20 $171	21 $171	22 $206	23 $222	24 $232
25 $218	26 $179	27 $179	28 $188	29 $281	30 $309	31 $264

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Ocean Front Deluxe Room with King Bed

Partial Ocean View Room with King Bed

City View Room with Two Double Beds

Ocean Front Room with King Bed

City View Corner Room with Two Double Beds

Partial Ocean View Room with Two Double Beds

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Ocean Front Balcony Room with King Bed

Ocean Front Room with Two Double Beds

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