Plunge Beach Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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4660 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, 33308
  • Place, Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, El Prado Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(131 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Ocean View Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Ocean View King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

One Bedroom Suite King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Ocean Front, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Ocean Front, King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

One Bedroom Suite King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Bungalow One King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

On the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel, you'll find Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pompano Beach. Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and El Prado Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sea Ranch Village Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • El Prado Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gold Coast Scuba - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

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
  • ‪Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier 14 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sea Watch On the Ocean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪101 Ocean - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Plunge Beach Resort

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach
Plunge Beach Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A meeting room and coworking spaces are available. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at Plunge Beach Resort. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel is smoke free.

  • 163 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1976
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Plunge Beach Resort offers 163 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets: USD 99 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.

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

How close is Plunge Beach Resort to the airport?

Plunge Beach Resort is 12.6 mi (22-min drive) away from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plunge Beach Resort on Jun 24, 2026 start from CA $134, 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.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Plunge Beach Resort.

How close is Plunge Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Plunge Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Plunge Beach Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Plunge Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrah's Pompano Beach Casino (13-min drive) and Seminole Casino Coconut Creek (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Plunge Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Plunge Beach Resort?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per day.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have a pool?

Plunge Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Plunge Beach Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Plunge Beach Resort to downtown Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?

Plunge Beach Resort is 0.4 mi away from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.

Plunge Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 819 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1349 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Audrey Ann, WAUWATOSA

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expedia is a 3rd party to book with. For some reason there was an issue with my booking? Only 2 nights the hotel said. Was forced to call Expedia because front desk said it was a 3rd party problem. Thankfully, Susette answered and handled the mishap !!! Being told I don’t have a room for 7 of my 9 nights was very stressful. Disability concerns - you need to talk to someone b4 u book to make sure everything is set…. And your not sent to a bungalow w stairs etc
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, in room safe
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t get our room until 7:30 pm the night of our check in. Claimed they were having issues with the new computer system. Paid for a king bed and got 2 queens. They did waive the resort fees, but it has gone down the last couple years. Rooms need a major facelift too.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Marty, Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean! Staff was friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Marlene

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean.the bathroom so bad .the service was poor..
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katja

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great location. Super comfortable beds and pillows. Something different than the average hotel. Enjoyed the little “sip and paint for Valentine’s Day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Karl, Palmyra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was patient, helpful, and very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Amy M.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The beach is beautiful. The rooms are clean; it is posted that the common areas are scheduled for renovations. I found the staff to be very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

michael, Athens

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Barbara Townsend

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was very courteous and the room was cleanish. The room was carpeted and it just seemed moist the entire stay. There were limited outlets for our group of 4. I slept next to the a/c unit and there was no way to adjust the vent. The air blew on me all night long - otherwise it would've been a sauna in the room. The location was nice - just a walk across the street to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Alex

Hotel seemed run down and needs to be updated
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alla

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Conneautville

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Plunge Beach Resort, have stayed several times before and this trip was another wonderful trip. The staff is always very nice, courteous and helpful. Our suite was beautiful and clean with an amazing view. The amenities make this such an easy, effortless vacation. Big shoutout to Lynn, Grego, Cindy, Brian and Lewis at Backflip for keeping us hydrated all week! 😊 Thank you so much Plunge Staff we can't wait for our next visit. ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok the locations was awesome and the staff was so amazing I will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026