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Plunge Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Ocean Front, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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4660 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, 33308
  • Place, Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anglins Fishing Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Resort View, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Resort View, King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(121 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Front, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean Front, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean Front, King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean Front, King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Suite King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Suite King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Bungalow One King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Plunge Beach Resort places you next to Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Fort Lauderdale Beach. This 3.5-star hotel has 163 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sea Ranch Village Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • El Prado Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anglins Fishing Pier - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Cypress Creek Station - 9 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aruba Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sea Watch On the Ocean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Laspada's Original Hoagies By The Sea - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪First Watch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Billy Jack's Shack - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Plunge Beach Resort

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
At Plunge Beach Resort, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 25 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a meeting room, an arcade/game room, and a terrace.
50-inch LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Other amenities include free local calls, safes, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Backflip Bar & Kitchen
  • Bean & Barnacle

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (38 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1976
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 99 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 49.72 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 99 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Plunge Beach Hotel Lauderdale By The Sea
Plunge Beach Hotel
Plunge Beach Hotel Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Plunge Beach Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Plunge Beach Hotel
Plunge Beach Resort Hotel
Plunge Beach Resort Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Plunge Beach Resort Hotel Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Plunge Beach Resort?

Plunge Beach Resort offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Plunge Beach Resort?

As of Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plunge Beach Resort on Jan 12, 2026 start from $167.53, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Plunge Beach Resort?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, just steps from Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and Sea Ranch Village Shopping Center, and within a short walk of El Prado Park. You'll also find Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pompano Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Plunge Beach Resort?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 25 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Plunge Beach Resort include a casino?

No, Plunge Beach Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Plunge Beach Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Plunge Beach Resort?

At this beachfront hotel, there are many amenities for couples, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Plunge Beach Resort serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bean & Barnacle.

Does Plunge Beach Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Plunge Beach Resort for a fee of USD 99 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Plunge Beach Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Plunge Beach Resort?

The closest major airport to Plunge Beach Resort is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL), which is 12.6 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Boca Raton, FL (BCT), which is located 17.5 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Plunge Beach Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy ocean or garden views.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Plunge Beach Resort.

Plunge Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 758 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1232 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
So strange to me that this place has such great reviews.. while the staff is amazing, the rooms themselves and hallways and elevators and just very rundown. The art in the hallways is literally hand drawn with sharpies.. or perhaps a magazine picture modgepodged with a frame sharpied around it? The decor needs a major overhaul. The pool is beautiful and the beachside bar is great. I cannot say enough about the attentiveness of the beach staff. We had a beachfront room so our view was great as well.. just mainly the lobby and halls and rooms need a redo but the staff and pool and food in the octopus restaurant go above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
B+
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at The Plunge Resort. We live the location and the friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Found nats in the ceiling
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

ELVANA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good time there, but very disapponted to pay $25 parking per day. Staff was friendly but the amenities left to be desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the hotel, the ocean view from my room. Lover the amenities, the restaurant on the hotel grounds. Everything is on the beach. Free towels. Free beach chairs and umbrellas. Everything walking distance to local restaurants. Didn’t even need a car rental this time. My second visit to the plunge. Definitely coming again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, and fantastic amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service, rooms are clean and organized. Lobby is very clean and lots of amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and professional
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Valentin

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Kind of disappointing

The resort is on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildrey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAWN, STRATFORD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beach view / bungalows
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Precious

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was Great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Plunge Resort at Lauderdale by the Sea. It is such a peaceful place yet it has a party vibe that we enjoy. A mixture of relaxation and enjoyment together. The staff is nice and helpful, the restaurants are great and the drinks are fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place staff at the backflip were awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy, West point

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility the service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been coming to plunge for the last 6 years. Always a pleasure to stay here and it’s always an amazing time. Very clean rooms. The area is very safe and walkable. It’s family friendly but also has adult only options. I will be back again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Overall it was a great hotel in regards to service and hospitality. Average overall look, very quiet and enjoyable. The beach was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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