My friend and I stayed for a few days beginning on Dec 25th and came back for another two days after a short trip to Key West. We were pretty happy with the hotel and the staff. Everyone was friendly, the rooms were clean and spacious and overall, the hotel met our expectations. As opposed to other reviewers, we found the owner and his staff to be welcoming, friendly and helpful. The daily breakfast and the Saturday evening cocktail party were a great touch. The hottub area can get a bit noisy at night depending on how many people are in it. So if your room is near that area as our first room was, expect a little noise sometimes. Other than that, our stay was wonderful and we will return next time we are in Ft Lauderdale. No complaints here!. Thank you guys for a wonderful stay.

I'm giving this place an above average rating because I have nothing else to judge it against. I never stayed in a gay resort before. The surroundings were nice, very tropical and relaxing. The two heated pools were fun. The hot tub big and hot. I liked the cocktail hours. And the continental breakfasts were more than I expected. It was a perfect breakfast to start off the day. There are cozy bistro-like tables all over for a comfortable dinner outside or to do some work if you must. Our room wasn't as big as other reviewers mentioned in previous posts. But it still served its purpose and the minifridge and microwave came in handy. The resort also provides EVERYTHING you could possibly need. You don't even need to bring suntan lotion or a beach towel. There is construction going on nearby, but it really didn't cause too much a disturbance. I enjoyed the clothing-optional aspect of the place. It wasn't too cruisy. The sundeck is a perfect place to sun your buns without a huge audience. Some guests made subtle sexual advances, but nothing to pushy, unlike on the beach. BEWARE OF TROLLS ON THE BEACH ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE MOTEL! I had to leave the beach due to constant harrassment. Southeast Florida is crawling with sexual predators. I actually felt safer inside the confines of the resort (which is secured with locked gates). Like I said, the guests were respectful of personal space--unlike the beach, the grocery stores and the gyms!! We met some cool people and not all the guests were old. Many were young and masculine. I would probably stay here again, but I'm not really into the "gay scene" so maybe not. I feel the previous two reviews were a bit harsh. I found the management and staff to be pleasant and kind and very helpful, but then I'm cute as hell so that could have something to do with it.

I agree with the reviewer who commented on the hostile hotel managers at the Elysium, but the problems go deeper than that. My room was moldy and smelled. The shower leaked. Provided towels are scratchy and old. Bed linens are threadbare and dingy--and included cigarette burns. The guests match the accommodations, as well. Stay clear!

Very Nice Guest House & Staff