"Wish the balconies were more private; we didn't like looking at our neighbor having coffee in the morning. Convenient having a washer and dryer in the room. Excellent staff and housekeepers; they were hard workers. We enjoyed our time at this hotel.2015-03-01"
"Excellent beach access right behind the hotel. We were upgraded to a penthouse with an unbelievable view. The staff was efficient and helpful. Don't recommend Bongos, the restaurant and tiki bar next door; the staff was rude and unprofessional. Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives nearby.2016-01-09"
4 buildings - up to 8 floors, 382 rooms and suites
2 outdoor swimming pools open all year
Exercise room
3 restaurants - lounge
Pet friendly resort
More > - allows up to 2 pets per room with a combined weight of 40 pounds in some pet rooms - $50 per night pet fee. - Apr 2022 < Less
Note: This resort charges an amenity fee of $40 per night - includes WiFi and parking for one car.
"We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The room was nice and thoroughly cleaned each day. The employees were pleasant and helpful.2015-08-07"
"I was disappointed with my hotel stay in Building 1. I could hear everyone in the hallways, other rooms, and a bus outside. There was dust on the dresser. Took a long time for water to heat up. The staff was pleasant and helpful.2015-04-12"
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service resort steps from beach
7 floors, 585 rooms and suites
4 heated outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
6 restaurants - 2 lounges - room service
Pet friendly resort
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds, 2 pets per room - bring proof of pet vaccinations given within 10 days - $30 per night pet fee. - Aug 2016 < Less
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $45 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
"A typical Howard Johnson hotel. There was a $17 per day "resort fee" that paid for WiFi, parking, and use of the pool. No breakfast included.2019-12-26"
"The hotel charged a resort fee for 2 bottles of water and use of sand toys. The WiFi didn't work. The room was clean but old. Paint was chipping off the walls, and the AC cycled loudly on and off. The bathtub leaked about 5 gallons of water every 15 minutes. Don't stay here.2018-11-16"
"The hotel was outdated, and parking was limited. Not what I expected.2018-07-03"
"The hotel was busy, but security kept things under control. We were pleased with this property, and it had everything we needed.2018-04-05"
"The hotel room was dated and didn't face the beach. The music was sometimes too loud, and parking was a problem. Find another place to stay.2017-04-09"
"Great place to stay. The hotel was centrally located and well-kept. Clean, comfortable room with a great view of the Gulf. The staff was friendly and helpful. Don't hesitate to stay here.2018-05-07"
HotelGuides made it easy to choose a hotel based on how far we wanted to get that day. Also liked being able to see the interstate interchange on the map to determine how far off the highway each hotel was.
On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
