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#64 of 146 hotels in Fort Lauderdale
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  • Rooms: 34
  • Address: 2909 Vista Mar Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Property Type: Motel
  • Small hotel conveniently located near a major roadway; limited staff and amenities; normally guest rooms open to the parking lot.
Description: Newly renovated property two blocks off beach. Motelrooms, efficiencies and one and two bedroom apartments. Tropicalgardens, BBQ Grills, heated pool. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
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“Dirty but loveable”

Sea Gate Beach Resort

Apr 21, 2008

My friend and I spent two nights at the Sea Gate after being turned away from the neighboring Vistamar Villas, where we had a reservation. The Vistamar owner had somehow overbooked and offered to call the Sea Gate to see if they had room. We had spent a week at Vistamar the year before and had returned to Ft. Lauderdale specifically to stay there, so we were disappointed to change hotels.

The Sea Gate turned out to be pretty comparable to Vistamar. Our room at the Sea Gate was larger and cheaper, but also dirtier and more run-down. We liked having our own kitchen and we used the grill to make ourselves dinner by the pool. We were also happy to find the monkeys from the Bonnet House outside our back door in the morning. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for bare-bones accommodations near the beach.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Cheap! Great location near the beach
    • Disliked — Dirty rooms
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jr123Philly's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 25-34
Member since: April 30, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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Average price*: $84 (year-round)
Call now to book: 1-800-733-5916 from Orbitz
“Rare Gem”

Sea Gate Beach Resort

Apr 10, 2008

My husband and I have stayed at the Sea Gate at least 3 times a year for past 8 years. The friendly staff, amenities, beautiful pool and the close proximity to the beach makes this the perfect place for R & R. Sharon the manager and Cindy the housekeeper do their absolute best to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. As a travel professional I have countless options and choose the SeaGate again and again.

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orbitztravelmom2's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Member since: April 10, 2008
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“Loved the Sea Gate”

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5 of 5 stars
Bridgewater, NJ
Apr 1, 2008

March 2008 we stayed at the Sea Gate Motel, this is our 4-year. Mom and I stay between 3 – 4 weeks. Love the place. Everything is always better than expected. We rented a 1-bedroom apartment. The room was clean and roomy. The refrigerator was new as was the stove. The location is fantastic. Two blocks from the beach, shopping, dinner and small stores for those munchies. The manager, Sharon, was very pleasurable and helpful, always asking if we needed anything or if she could be of any help. The grounds were kept very clean and the pool was crystal clear and heated. We already made our deposit for next year. Sharon had a party for the guests. It was nice to have something in a family atmosphere. Mom and I are always felt very welcome while staying here. We are from the Bridgewater NJ. Also the maid Cindy is very special to us, she would baby sit our dog for us at night when we would want to go out. This is a 5 star resort at 2 star prices. I love the small atmosphere.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Great
    • Disliked — Nice Friendly and clean place to stay
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czar33's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 01, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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Average price*: $84 (year-round)
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“dirty”

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1 of 5 stars
hazey320
Mar 24, 2008

Me and my girlfirend and my parents booked a week her it was very old and dirty,bugs all over the floor it smelled and ther were stanes on the bed and couches and pillows. The pitures online were taking maybe in 1950 when it was new and the lady at the front desk was not nice.So we got are bags and left did not stay to dirty.

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hazey320's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Member since: March 24, 2008
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Management Response
seagate2909, manager
(Management representative)
May 21, 2008
Both of these reviews are by the same person. They came in, checked in and then called there relative. She then told them that she had room for them at her home. So after they check in and paid for the room they decided to go to her house and wanted a refund. We were in high season at that time and I was unable to give them a refund as due most if not all hotels. It is our policy. SO they made up stories. I has inspectors here and checked that room as they checked other rooms at that time and we passed with flying colors. No problems with any of our rooms.
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Average price*: $84 (year-round)
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“Dirty”

Sea Gate Beach Resort

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1 of 5 stars
fort lauderdale
Mar 18, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We booked a week here. Absolutely
disgusting! Rusty, dirty refrig, bathroom has duct tape
in the sink, soap dish had been "ripped" out if
the shower, the kitchen had chunks of laminate torn
off, the furniture had stains that looked like
the place is rented by the hour, our big roaches
were at least dead but there were several and we
were told "it's Florida," stained pillows in the
closet, staind towels, FILTHY pool. And Sharon the
manager? No help at all. Screamed at us when
we complained and said "I let you check in
early." A few hours wouldn't have made a
difference because this place needed more than a general cleaning.. We took many picture and the room is
NOTHING like it is advertised on the web site.
Total misrepresentation and false advertising.
There are many places in the same area that have
been remodeled but some are still old and old is fine if it is clean. Would definitely not recommend.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — nothing
    • Disliked — everything but mainly DIRTY
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msrubi46's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 50-64
Member since: August 17, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
no way!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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Average price*: $84 (year-round)
Call now to book: 1-800-733-5916 from Orbitz

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2909 Vista Mar Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304