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Windjammer Resort: Traveler Reviews

4244 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308
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ST Louis, Missouri, United States
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“Cant wait for more Windjammer”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2012

Im currently in mexico and can't stop thinking of Windjammer this upcoming summer. It will be my forth year in a row to visit this great place. I would l like to give a shout out to management and staff for the great hospitality they provide along with the fun times. Windjammer is truly one of the only places that offers 1 of the greatest weeks through out the year. ;)

PS: lets get a couple sea kayaks this year!

  • Stayed June 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Newfoundland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“An enjoyable experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2012

My husband and I stayed here for a week in early October. We are in our mid fifties and enjoy a quiet vacation and this area fit us well.Our room was unit 15, which is a studio unit with a murphy bed. It is small, but with the bed tucked away during the day the room was quite comfortable and the bed was very easy to raise and lower.The bathroom was small as we expected. There is no bathtub and the corner shower is tiny, so much so that if we had stayed for more than a week I would want a larger space. If the bulky shower curtain was removed and replaced with a shower door it would probably feel a little less claustrophobic. You know how some shower curtains float in to attach themselves to your wet skin? Combine that with an already tiny space and it isn't fun.
The only other aspect of the room I didn't like is the location of the room safe. It is above the microwave which is so high the average woman would have to stand on a chair to reach it. Moving it to a lower cupboard would be an improvement in safety and convenience.
The room and the grounds were very well kept. Thank you to Deborah for her cleaning as well as her friendliness. I don't know the man's name who did the outside work but thanks to him as well.The office staff were friendly and helpful and very prompt in updating us when the power failed one morning. The view from our unit was wonderful. The air conditioning unit was whisper quiet.
If we return to this area I would certainly choose Windjammer again. I'm still checking out the beach cam daily!

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Boca Raton, Florida, United States
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The most enjoyable stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012

My first time to this resort and I would recommend anyone to stay here. The management and everyone that works there could not be any nicer, very clean and close to everything. Thanks to the staff for the enjoyable stay and I will come back.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Clyde, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“FANTATIC......Clean as Clean could Be!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

I got stuck in Fort Lauderdale this past Oct and Nov, well, not really stuck, but I came down on the 24th and planned going to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show as I have done for the past 10 years or so. Well after one night at some terrible hotel just down the street, I checked into the Windjammer and did not want to leave. I had originally planned on staying through the 29th of October, but thanks to Hurricane Sandy, I stayed an additional 5 nights, through November 3rd. All I can say is you have to see it to believe it, what a really nice and clean hotel should be. Friendly & helpful staff and clean, no...not that clean, but really, really clean..
This place is just great, however, on this trip it was not my first choice, but will be from now on in.
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It has it all...oceanviews, oceanfront, two pools,, BBQ area, Tent like gazebo.....and of course, it's own private beach. Did I mention how clean it was?....It is clean!!!

Room Tip: Rooms in the south building share a great, great pool and beach. My choice of rooms would be: 1...
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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Comox,British Columbia,Canada
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75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
“Love this resort”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

This is truly a gem it was our first stay here and not our last.The location is excellent and the beach is beautiful.the rooms were on the smaller side but they had everything we needed.Daily maid service was nice for a timeshare.The bathroom was small for sure but everything was clean.the staff were very friendly and willing to help answering any questions.Nice small pool areas and bbq area was excellent.A block or so to 3-4 restaurants,stores ,shops on a quaint quiet street.
Small two story building seems to make everything low key and we really enjoyed that.
Morning sunrises and evening sunsets were enjoyed on the deck and a short stroll out the gate and you are on the beach.the pier is a five minute walk so overall it is a very nice beach location and the property is very well kept

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Windjammer Resort & Beach Club Hotel Lauderdale By The Sea
Windjammer Resort & Beach Club Hotel
Windjammer Resort And Beach Club
Windjammer Resort Lauderdale By The Sea, Florida
Address: 4244 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308
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Region: United States > Florida > Lauderdale by the Sea
Amenities:
Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Family Hotels in Lauderdale by the Sea
#3 On the Beach Hotels in Lauderdale by the Sea
#4 Business Hotels in Lauderdale by the Sea
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Windjammer Resort Hotel is located away from the crowds and sits on a wide and gorgeous palm-lined beach. Modern suites, all with kitchens, provide guests with superb views of the Atlantic Ocean and direct access to a pristine uncrowded beach. One block away is Pelican Square, the center of activity in the charming and secure seaside town of Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, on the east side of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Relaxation and comfort are assured with a pristine uncrowded beach, two heated pools, a well maintained facility, friendly staff and very clean apartments. Our beachfront property is a White Glove Award recipient from the Superior Small Lodging Association eight years in a row. Unique to the Windjammer Resort Hotel is that from our beach you can snorkel or dive to a renowned coral reef, walk to the best fishing/sightseeing pier in South Florida and to a variety of shopping, restaurants and bars. ... more   less 

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