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Plunge Beach Resort

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

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A beachside bar with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean.
A reception area with a 'DIVE IN!' sign, a colorful reception desk, and a chair.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the beach and ocean, and a tiled pool.
View from room
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a television, and a view of the beach.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 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.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, a desk with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Classic Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall with artwork.

Classic King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(134 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

Ocean View Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a phone, and a painting.

Ocean View King

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding door leading to another room.

One Bedroom Suite King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

Resort View, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

Ocean Front, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Bungalow One King Bed

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall with artwork.

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

On the beach.Your stay at this Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and El Prado Park. Fort Lauderdale Beach and Gold Coast Scuba are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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
  • Gold Coast Scuba - 15 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Even Keel Fish Shack - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier 14 - ‬10 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
  • 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
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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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 Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plunge Beach Resort on Aug 6, 2026 start from $158, including 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. 902 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1471 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for families!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and pool area were clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place / will be back !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been going for years, love this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Drinks at the bar could improve a little but overall i enjoyed this trip! Would definitely stay here again! Great location!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Very clean and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great spot for a beach getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach views are amazing. Great location. It is quiet yet close enough to walk into town
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place and extra special servuice by the Plunge team! This was my 9th year to visit!not enough stars for this place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, enjoyed our stay! Brian, the bartender was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place Been there a dozen times however needs some up grades in condition of rooms !!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice informal place
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the beach. Plenty of activities for kids. The beach bar was nice. A few more dining options would be a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. I loved the amenities and overall enjoyed my stay very much at plunge beach resort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

kennedy

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly the property could be a little cleaner in the hallways especially but other than that it was a nice experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, heated pool, beach front. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient to down town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Iwona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Property is located right by the ocean. They have private beach, bar and restaurant. Close to Lauderdale by the sea downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the room, nice and large pool and beach great .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun property with lovely helpful staff. Big rooms and a nice view, including some ocean vista! Didn’t take advantage due to short stay, but the corn hole games, bikes, and beach volleyball looked fun.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outstanding place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel room was ok. Stayed in the bungalow. The room was very clean but smelled damp. I loved the convenience to the beach, pool, outdoor bar. Best frozen Mojito.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

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