Harbor Beach Marriott Resort and Spa

Yes, they are renovating three floors at a time, the parking garage is a hassle if you have a car, the elevators can be slow during the busiest times of the day (meal times) but . . . the location is fantastic! Right across the road from the beach! We stayed here in May 2008 with two kids and a grandkid. Our kids were able to party at night without having to drive around, the grandkid loved the pool and kids play area (behind the lobby inside) and the kids activities. He is only 3 so it wasn't a stretch for him. Also, they let you rent chairs and umbrellas cheaper than the beach people did. Room was comfortable and clean - we were facing the intracostal side and I was glad. I think if you faced the ocean side you would have had to listen to the bars blaring music until 3 am. Overall, we liked the place and I would go back again.

I liked the great location and the wonderful staff.

The hotel had beautiful setting, landscaping, facilities, but the personnel was not the friendliest or the most helpful. Our room was not ready when we arrived, and they put us in a smoking room when we requested a non smoking room. There are lots of options for things to do but be prepared to pay fees for everything.

This hotel made me feel relaxed: The amazing scenery and beautiful grounds all lent to a relaxing, calming atmosphere.

Good: Great heated pool with a waterfall & palm trees all around.

Bad: Nothing pool-wise for kids. No water slide or lifeguard.

Good: Location is right on the beach.

Bad: Cannot walk to anything. One must take a cab.

Fair: Restaurants were just fair with a limited menu & nothing for kids.

Also, it's a no smoking hotel. If you smoke, you cannot smoke out on your own balcony.

The hotel is very nice, but the prices throughout the restaurant are very steep.