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Plunge Beach Resort

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

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Bungalow Deluxe Jr. Suite Ocean Front King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
On the beach, beach bar
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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, Sea Ranch Village Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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

Resort View, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 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
(122 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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Ocean view

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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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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

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

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 Sea Ranch Village Shopping Center are also within half a mile (1 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
  • 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
  • ‪Pier 14 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sea Watch On the Ocean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Billy Jack's Shack - ‬13 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 the family-friendly 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 offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • 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
  • Playground

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 Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plunge Beach Resort on Jan 28, 2026 start from $186.15, 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 Seminole Casino Coconut Creek (20-min drive) and The Casino at Dania Beach (21-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. 773 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1254 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

katina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suzette was very helpfull with all ate needs. Abd Bianca is always friendly and a joy to see the past few yearsjoy to see evern
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a wonderful hotel, a great place for getting away. There’s plenty to do in the area and the beach is right there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeriy

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay! Near everything you can imagine and great art everywhere!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The costumers service is very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish you could pay cash when dining or having a drink . Everything needed to be put on card
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suranys

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suranys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Me encantó el hotel la attention muy buena julio del front desk muy servicial sin duda alguna volveremos
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent. Staff is very friendly and the property is well maintained. Rooms are very clean. I booked ocean front view room, and it was stunning. Decks are a little small, but we spent most of our time at the beach or the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were very professional and helpful. The room was clean. You have direct beach access. Very relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was clean. We opted for the bungalow which has its private pool. Definitely worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent! Loved the bungalow adult only pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean environment. Love easy access to the beach. Food was good and reasonably price. Needs some upgrades but im looking forward to coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every member of the staff from the front desk to the backflip bar were incredible. Very helpful and the kindest of folks
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Plunge Beach Resort. The hotel was spotless, creatively decorated, and had a relaxed beach vibe that felt authentic and welcoming. Service throughout was good, and the front desk was especially kind, Julio deserves a mention for being genuinely helpful and accommodating. The complimentary late check-out was a nice surprise. The location couldn’t be better, right on a beautiful, quiet stretch of beach and only a 10-minute walk from the restaurants and pier in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. The only downside was the beach bar/restaurant, where the drinks were poor, service was slow, and prices didn’t match the quality. The lobby coffee shop also disappointed given the price for “specialty coffee.” Overall, a great beachfront stay with charm, comfort, and wonderful staff, just skip the food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mladen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room comfortable bed with plenty of pillows
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too pricey for the condition of the resort.

Our room was ready when we got there but they wouldn’t let us check into the room before check in time without paying an $49.50 early entry fee. The room smelled like mold & the carpet was damp. Our clothes that we hung in the closet felt damp the next morning & the bathroom floor looked like it hadn’t been cleaned. Way too pricey for the condition of the resort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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