Coral Reef Guesthouse

I like the quietness, privacy, the amenities, how close it’s to everything and how immaculate the garden is set up. The music over the speakers definitely something you’d enjoy while splashing around in the pool. Also the coffee is amazing just drinking it black without milk or sugar.

There was nothing wrong with the place. During my stay, the ice machine wasn’t working but the owner made due by offering me ice from the kitchen.

Great communication with Russell the owner. Friendly staff persons as well. Facilitated late night check in. The pool was very clean and warm. We didn't use it, but those who did were very satisfied I think.

The facilities are a little down in the heel. Basic cleanliness was good, but longer term maintenance issues should be addressed. The door to the breakfast/kitchen area for example, needs cleaning and paint. Really it should be replaced as it is rotting out at the base. Handles on an area like that really should be clean and presentable. I can see how they just get used to it, but it needs some attention. Likewise the a/c unit in the room need a good vacuuming to clean out the accumulated dust on the inside of the apparatus.

It was quaint and private.

The location is in a beautiful residential area very near to shopping. The state park is 10 minutes away by car, and so is the beach. There is some attractive art, as well as a variety of plants and orchids. The owner was friendly and welcoming. The bed was comfortable. The rooms facing the pool looked nice. Guests were kind and considerate.

Read the small print! My room had no kitchenette, no microwave, no hair dryer, no coffee pot. All other motels I’ve stayed at on the beach had those amenities. The room was called “Deluxe” but had nothing deluxe about it. The room has frankly dirty, specifically dust balls all up the wall. The shower had buildup on the tiles and in the grouts. The room was the smallest room I’ve had at Fort Lauderdale Beach. The room was gloomy and looked like a storage closet . Room was at the back with a small view onto the narrow walkway and no natural light. Staff had lit a candle, probably to mask smell of mildew, and the candle scent was artificial and toxic. Very expensive relative to many beach options. Cleaning person was not as polite or kind as the owner. Poolside music was not relaxing but just annoying.