Plunge Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
VIP Access

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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

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Laundry

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4660 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, 33308
  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pompano Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬
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Room options

Bungalow One King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Suite King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 678 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort View, King Bed

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

Resort View, 2 Queen Beds

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

Ocean Front, King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Front, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Fort Lauderdale Beach is within a mile (2 km) of Plunge Beach Resort, and other popular attractions like Pompano Beach are within a few miles (5 km). 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
  • Anglins Fishing Pier - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Pompano Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 14 min drive - 7.3 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
  • ‪Mulligan’s Beach House Bar & Grill Lauderdale-By-Sea - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sea Watch On the Ocean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪BurgerFi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪First Watch - Sea Ranch Center - ‬4 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 luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. 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.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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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 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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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

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:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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 Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plunge Beach Resort on Jul 17, 2025 start from $135.16, 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, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 703 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1186 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Outdated property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time visiting LBTS. Our room was first floor, beach front and was walkable to all of the restaurants, bars and shops. Location, cleanliness, service of front desk staff, all excellent! The only bit of disappointment was Backflips, the onsite restaurant/bar. This has the potential to be a gold mine, but staffing is key. One day we ordered the bacon cheeseburger (a menu item) and we received a plain cheeseburger with nothing on it. Sent it back and then received another that did have all of the fixings….but no bacon. Fries were old and cold. Told server. All we got was and apology and the bill for $16. They also advertised happy hour from 9-10 pm. Arrived at 9pm and the bartender displayed an attitude like “”why would you come here so late?” Like we were interrupting her ability to close so she could go home. Don’t advertise a happy hour at that time if you don’t want customers! They missed out on a lot of our business for that week.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Falisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jill

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Good but not as great as in the past

I have stayed here several times and loved it, this last weekend I flew down with my oldest daughter and her friend for a few days. We still loved the beach, and the room was comfortable, and on Saturday we had wonderful interactions with beach staff. The things that seemed off to me though with this trip were the other staff interactions… at check in we hardly got a hello which is fine but then we never were given our free drink tickets for vip hotel.com perks (which is a hotels.com issue probably) and no wristbands or towel cards were given. It really wasn’t a huge deal just frustrating to have to return to the desk a few times for towel cards etc. I then had a beach attendant try to charge me $20 for an extra chair multiple times even though I was the only one on the beach and my two other teens were at the pool, we weren’t all 3 down there together, and we didn’t take more than 2 chairs all day and it wasn’t even that busy due to weather. It just left a bad taste in my mouth. Then finally when we checked out, I know it was early, but there was not one “thank you” for staying or any question about how our stay had been from the front desk lady. It just seemed like a totally different vibe than from the last few times that we have stayed here. I understand how hard it is working customer service and give people grace when they need it but this time it just felt like we had so many interactions that weren’t on brand with Plunge beach resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great resort, close to restaurants and staff was extremely nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was grewt
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Todd

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Just in need of maintenance. Old and tired
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaurang

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach front - great view, free beach chairs. Bar and food
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to a one bedroom suite. Hotel has a good location on the beach, a short walk into town center

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and family friendly - across from beach. Beach bar has awesome location with view of ocean. Food and drinks - fine.. I felt the servers were somewhat unfriendly and our service there on different occasions was average to poor. Hotel walkable to restaurants and Publix- convenient. I feel LBS beach should have lifeguards- seems risky to me.. no flags to warn either.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Trip!

First time for family time. Everyone was super nice and attentive. Great Sunrises and Sunsets on the beach! Very nice and well cared for area. Will come Back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and definitely will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Annmarie

Traveled with group
We stayed in Bungalow and our room was very small and very outdated. Our bathroom fan didn't work, the Exit sign illuminated into our window like a red light, no safe for our valuables thus never getting our room cleaned. Wish we knew more about the lodging itself before updating booking. We did end up at the hotel and our room was better but still very outdated.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The 2 bars were nice and convenient. Beautiful ocean front. Property and rooms etc. needs some updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Johnston

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean front access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was our seventh stay at the Plunge Beach Resort. We love the relaxing vibe and the walk ability to restaurants. No need for a car. Good service and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025