We (a family of 5 from the UK) stayed here for 4 nights in 2 'standard' adjacent rooms in early January booked through the Marriott website for a special rate of around $185+tax per room per night. Upon arrival, the hotel wasn't too impressive - it certainly didn't feel like a fairly expensive Marriott property. However, the longer we stayed, the more we warmed to the hotel for the following reasons: 1) child friendly, 2) very friendly staff, 3) great value breakfast - a full buffet for the kids was just $5.95+ tax per child and around $16 for adults, 4) great pool, 5) free wifi and plenty of free parking, 6) great value happy hour food and drink deals every evening. True, the beach is small and the pool gets busy but we never struggled to bag sun loungers. I did initially wish that we had booked more expensive 'bay view' rooms but, in the event, the standard rooms were fine and significantly cheaper - we were on the top floor, road noise was not a problem and many of the 'bay view' rooms only seemed to have a limited bay view. We also considered a 2 bed family suite but these were very expensive and around 50% more expensive than booking 2 separate rooms. If you are after high end luxury, this hotel probably isn't for you - otherwise, i am happy to recommend it and we certainly enjoyed our stay.

Read the reviews and under circumstances, stayed and enjoyed the property. elite member benefit snack package! Front desk was great, room was renovated. Property exterior seems dated if you can get past that. Pool, beach, and sunset were amazing. On-propoerty kayak, ski-doo rentals is a nice touch, we did kayak. Did not try Gus Grill based on reviews but did have pool foods and was suffice. pool service staff was great. It is pricey and would debate trying somewhere else but there isnt much. Nice experience.

I have been a Marriott rewards member since the early 80's and have always felt the chain treated its frequent guests well. When we were first assigned a room, I was disappointed and let the front desk and the manager know. I had reserved a king size bed and was told none were available. I was not happy but since it is a nice property we decided to stay anyway. About 30 minutes later I got a call that they had found a room. It was a very special room and much more than I expected. Again Marriott and local management has gone the extra mile for a frequent guest.

Drove in from W Palm Beach Fl in 1 hr and 45 min. Hotel is is centrally located to everything and only 20 min. To Islamorada. Hotel is getting worn BUT is neat and clean. Our standard room was plenty for us with no balcony and Rt. 1 view. The amenities are many and you will think that you are at a Carribean island. Beautiful pool, bay beach, and spectacular views of the bay. We ate at all of the restaurants on the premises and all food is very good at all the restaurants. Happy hour and reduced prices on apps every night from 4pm - 7 pm and music Wed and Sat at bar and grill.great place for R & R.