The hype
Guests love the pools and the 'vacation mode' atmosphere but consistently groan about the high prices and slow elevators.
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
$241-450/ noite
Reservar se You want a high-energy, family-friendly tropical playground where flip-flops are the dress code and Jimmy Buffett lyrics are scripture.
Por Que As Pessoas Adoram
- Direct access to the Hollywood Broadwalk and beach
- Three distinct pool decks including an adult-only rooftop oasis
- Live music everywhere, from the lobby to the bandshell
Resumo Rápido: It’s a loud, crowded, expensive, and undeniably fun tourist machine that delivers exactly the 'no worries' vibe it promises—if you can ignore the bill.
Revisado por @kirstenconn: I added an extra day here before our cruise and it was the best decision ever. The ocean views from the room were perfect, and being just 30 minutes from the Miami port took all the stress out of travel day. Sipping cocktails by the pool was the ultimate vacation kick-off!
Hóspedes Que Ficaram Aqui Disseram
Reality check
You are paying for the brand and the pool complex; the rooms are standard upscale hotel quality, not luxury.
- You travel with a multi-generational family (kids love the FlowRider, grandparents love the music)
- You want to park your car once and walk/bike everywhere for 3 days
- You thrive in busy, social environments with constant background music
Limpeza e Manutenção
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though recent reviews note occasional missed days or late timing.
- Bathroom hygiene: Mostly sparkling, but isolated recent reports of slow drains and grout mold in older rooms.
- Maintenance: Public areas are pristine; rooms show minor wear and tear (scuffed furniture, peeling paint on balconies).
- Linens & towels: Crisp white linens and decent quality towels, though pool towels can run out on busy weekends.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells like a tropical vacation; some hallways can smell damp or musty due to humidity.
Sleepability™
6.5MODERADO
0-4BARULHENTO
4-7.5MODERADO
7.5-10SILENCIOSO
- Hollywood Bandshell live music (Wed-Sun)
- Pool deck DJ and crowds
- Thin connecting doors in rooms
Antes de reservar
Bom saber
- The 'Partial Ocean View' is often just a side view of a building with a sliver of blue.
- You need a wristband for the pools; security is tight.
- The Water Taxi stop is nearby for a scenic trip to Fort Lauderdale.
O que levar
- Earplugs or a white noise machine (essential for lower floors)
- Rash guard for the FlowRider (the water pressure can be... revealing)
Room Genie
Melhores escolhas
- Intracoastal View rooms on high floors (11+) for the best chance of quiet and sunset views
- Oceanfront Corner King for the actual panoramic views advertised
Quartos a evitar
- Low floor rooms facing the Bandshell (East/South side) if you hate bass
- Partial Ocean View rooms (often require craning your neck to see water)
Room Request Genie – copiar e colar
“I am requesting a room on a high floor (11+) facing the Intracoastal Waterway to minimize noise from the Bandshell and pool decks.”
FAQ e dicas ocultas
Tudo o que você realmente quer saber antes de reservar.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, all three pools are heated, though the rooftop pool can feel cooler due to wind.
Can I bring friends to the pool?
No, pool access is strictly for guests with wristbands, but friends can buy a Day Pass via ResortPass.
Is the beach private?
No, Hollywood Beach is public, but the resort provides chairs and umbrellas for guests (included in resort fee).
How bad is the noise from the Bandshell?
It's loud. If your room faces it, you will hear the concert clearly until it ends around 9-10 PM.
Does the resort fee cover parking?
Absolutely not. Parking is a separate, hefty daily charge ($40-$60+).
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, for dogs up to 25 lbs, but there is a non-refundable fee of around $250.
Dicas de Insiders
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The 'License to Chill' pool on the 11th floor is adult-only and significantly quieter than the ground pools.
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Use the resort fee bike rental early in the morning (7-9 AM) to ride the Broadwalk before the crowds hit.
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The coffee shop in the lobby has a 'secret' shorter line than the one on the Broadwalk.
5 coisas que deve saber antes de partir
💡The elevators play Jimmy Buffett lyrics and can be agonizingly slow during check-out times.
💡The 'fecal matter' review from Jan 2026 is a gross outlier, but bathroom cleanliness consistency is a valid recent concern.
💡You can watch the FlowRider wipeouts from the LandShark Bar & Grill without paying to ride.
💡The lobby scent is a distinct mix of coconut, sea salt, and expensive HVAC perfume.
💡Room service comes in eco-friendly disposable containers, which feels cheap for the price point.
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