Bethzaida
couple · Jul 2026
“It was ok”
Nothing really to be honest but the price was cheap
Out dated, to far from the restaurants, wasn’t that clean
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Luxurious Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience at Ocean Reef Hotel, where every room is equipped with modern amenities such as a coffee machine, microwave, and flat-screen TV. Relax on the terrace or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool.
Convenient Location
Situated just 700 meters from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Beach, our hotel offers easy access to the stunning beach and popular attractions like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens. Explore the area with complimentary parking and free WiFi.
Family-Friendly Accommodation
With spacious family rooms and a 24-hour front desk, Ocean Reef Hotel is perfect for guests of all ages. Enjoy cycling and other activities nearby, making your stay in Fort Lauderdale unforgettable.
Book now to enjoy a relaxing stay at Ocean Reef Hotel, your home away from home in Fort Lauderdale!
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Multiple reviews report no housekeeping, dirty/limited linens, bad odors and pest sightings (cockroaches/termites) — clear negative on cleanliness.
Many guests describe staff as extremely friendly and informative; however there are isolated but serious reports of rude employees and a confrontational manager which lower but do not negate generally positive interactions.
Frequent praise for being steps/right across from the beach and convenient parking; a few notes about distance from certain restaurants/airport/port but beachfront access dominates sentiment.
Several mentions of outdated rooms, broken fixtures (toilet, TV), warped doors and pest problems; a few guests found rooms spacious and beds comfortable, but overall room condition is below expectation.
Pool and included parking are repeatedly praised and the pool area/view is a highlight for some; there are complaints about pool maintenance and occasional facility failures (landlines/TV).
Multiple guests note the hotel is cheap/affordable and good value for its beach-proximate location — strong positive on value.
Breakfast repeatedly described as poor (stale/limited cereal, lack of items); F&B offering seen as a weak point.
Mixed reports ranging from 'great, would return' to 'appalling' — positive impressions (beach access, value, many friendly staff) lift the overall experience despite significant cleanliness and room-quality issues.
Bethzaida
couple · Jul 2026
“It was ok”
Nothing really to be honest but the price was cheap
Out dated, to far from the restaurants, wasn’t that clean
Madalina
solo_traveller · Jul 2026
“No limpia”
El acceso al aparcamiento y piscina
Nada,en cinco días no hubo limpieza ni cambios de sábanas o toallas,hay cucarachas durmiendo con mi almohada, impresentables las explicaciones, luego mi puerta estaba abierta,no sé cómo me deje guardar mi ropa en mi coche
Yusney
solo_traveller · Jul 2026
La piscina
Hay cucarachas y mal olor
Tokisha Ingram
solo_traveller · Jul 2026
The bed was comfortable, the room was nice and spacious and there was no unnecessary noise.... great stay ❣️🙏🏾