W Fort Lauderdale [Master Thread]
Jan 24, 2015, 8:51 am
#302
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Sonoma
Programs: Several here and there, but not as many during my road warrior days!
Posts: 715
We stayed a few weeks ago and was not given an upgrade the first night. The next morning we requested an upgrade and was moved to a Mega Room which was a nice bump up. They no longer upgrade to the residential suites.
Feb 18, 2015, 6:05 pm
#303
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Somewhere above the Mason-Dixon
Programs: DL Ham Samich
Posts: 1,661
Oh damn... please do elaborate. I haven't been back to the property in almost a year and I was really hoping to snag one of those
Feb 19, 2015, 4:05 am
#304
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Oslo
Posts: 448
I also learned (the hard way) that the Fantastic suites, which also can be choosen for the SNA, now stops at 12th floor. Above that floor, those suites are now called Oasis suites. Only the Oasis suites have a large, wrap around balcony. We stayet at in a Fantastic suite at the 8th floor, and we were somewhat affected by noise from the pool and ventilation area.
Feb 20, 2015, 5:13 am
#305
Join Date: Mar 2014
Programs: UA Gold, DL Gold, SPG Plat, Marriott Gold
Posts: 24
The new managment seems to have decided that the apartments in tower two no longer are in the platinum upgrade pool. You can however still get one of those if you are using an SNA, but only the smallest type (Spectacular apartment).
I also learned (the hard way) that the Fantastic suites, which also can be choosen for the SNA, now stops at 12th floor. Above that floor, those suites are now called Oasis suites. Only the Oasis suites have a large, wrap around balcony. We stayet at in a Fantastic suite at the 8th floor, and we were somewhat affected by noise from the pool and ventilation area.
I also learned (the hard way) that the Fantastic suites, which also can be choosen for the SNA, now stops at 12th floor. Above that floor, those suites are now called Oasis suites. Only the Oasis suites have a large, wrap around balcony. We stayet at in a Fantastic suite at the 8th floor, and we were somewhat affected by noise from the pool and ventilation area.
Feb 20, 2015, 5:45 am
#306
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Oslo
Posts: 448
I agree. And I actually liked the lay-out of the low floor Fantastic suites, because they do not have that see-through bathroom/shower walls. But I am not sure if all the Fantastic suites are the same, because our on the 8th had a accessible/HC sign under the door bell (but no other "accessible" signs in the suite, as far as I could tell.)
Apr 27, 2015, 7:35 am
#307
Join Date: Aug 2007
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Gold and Current Platinum, Hilton Gold
Posts: 280
Any recent stay reviews?
Overall I enjoyed this hotel. It was off-season and weekdays, which was probably better for me as I don't care for crowds and parties. The room was certainly showing some wear and tear. Also the working desk in this suite had a very bad location facing a solid wall. I prefer to have the working desk have a good view, but I guess this hotel isn't really oriented to people working.
Thanks!
Apr 27, 2015, 7:42 pm
#308
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,318
I was speaking with one of their several W Insiders who had mentioned that they will be undergoing a refresh over the summer - which is their slow season. I know it's too late for your Memorial Day visit, but the hotel is not worn down at all - just slightly dated by the hip W standards.
I don't love Fort Lauderdale, but I do really like this property. We stayed here in January because the W in Miami Beach was 3 times more expensive for a last-minute booking, but ended up LOVING our stay here. We've come back two more times in the past 3 months. The staff are great, and we had a wonderful time.
I don't love Fort Lauderdale, but I do really like this property. We stayed here in January because the W in Miami Beach was 3 times more expensive for a last-minute booking, but ended up LOVING our stay here. We've come back two more times in the past 3 months. The staff are great, and we had a wonderful time.
Wanted to get any updated thoughts / stay reviews for this property the last few months? Was considering a stay for me and my girlfriend over Memorial Day weekend, but was a little concerned based on these comments that the property may be a bit tired or needing of a refresh? Anyone stayed recently that can comment on their experience?
Thanks!
Thanks!
May 25, 2015, 10:14 pm
#309
Original Member
Join Date: May 1998
Location: NYC
Programs: AA 2MM, Bonvoy LTT, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 14,638
I would stay away from his property due to lackluster Platinum recognition.
Hotel is pretty empty considering various room types were available for sale at check-in around 11:30PM. Wonderful/Spectacular/Fabulous/Corner/Mega and suites as well.
Was told at check-in under new management, Platinum only get upgrade next room type. I'm currently in Spectacular despite all other room types available.
Amenity is continental breakfast or an umbrella or the points.
Hotel is pretty empty considering various room types were available for sale at check-in around 11:30PM. Wonderful/Spectacular/Fabulous/Corner/Mega and suites as well.
Was told at check-in under new management, Platinum only get upgrade next room type. I'm currently in Spectacular despite all other room types available.
Amenity is continental breakfast or an umbrella or the points.
May 26, 2015, 12:31 am
#310
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Oslo
Posts: 448
I would stay away from his property due to lackluster Platinum recognition.
Hotel is pretty empty considering various room types were available for sale at check-in around 11:30PM. Wonderful/Spectacular/Fabulous/Corner/Mega and suites as well.
Was told at check-in under new management, Platinum only get upgrade next room type. I'm currently in Spectacular despite all other room types available.
Amenity is continental breakfast or an umbrella or the points.
Hotel is pretty empty considering various room types were available for sale at check-in around 11:30PM. Wonderful/Spectacular/Fabulous/Corner/Mega and suites as well.
Was told at check-in under new management, Platinum only get upgrade next room type. I'm currently in Spectacular despite all other room types available.
Amenity is continental breakfast or an umbrella or the points.
May 27, 2015, 12:14 am
#311
Original Member
Join Date: May 1998
Location: NYC
Programs: AA 2MM, Bonvoy LTT, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 14,638
W Fort Lauderdale [Master Thread]
Wrote to SPG customer service. Received an email next afternoon from hotel offering me the Oasis Suite. Shouldn't have to be this way. They should take notes from Bal Harbour on Platinum recognition.
May 28, 2015, 12:47 am
#312
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Somewhere above the Mason-Dixon
Programs: DL Ham Samich
Posts: 1,661
I stayed in once in March, and twice in April, and every time I used a single SNA for a reservation, no matter the length, and had once one SNA redeemed. Result? 3 redeemed SNAs for 3 "Marvelous Ocean view suites" 1. was 1K, 2Q. 2. Was same. 3. Was a corner one with 1 K, 1 Q and 1 FS. VERY STRANGE layout to that room. I want to say it was 2002?
Jun 21, 2015, 1:20 am
#313
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Posts: 3,360
W Fort Lauderdale has just announced what appears to be a full renovation.
"Meyer Davis Studio has been tasked with redesigning the 147 luxury condo residences located in the West Tower, while also revamping the W's public spaces, amenities, and guest rooms. This will also include the oceanfront pool area, art fitness center, and its many meeting and conference spaces."
Source: http://www.browardpalmbeach.com/news...revamp-7052583
Note: I've read a couple of different articles on this topic. None seems to have any dates.
"Meyer Davis Studio has been tasked with redesigning the 147 luxury condo residences located in the West Tower, while also revamping the W's public spaces, amenities, and guest rooms. This will also include the oceanfront pool area, art fitness center, and its many meeting and conference spaces."
Source: http://www.browardpalmbeach.com/news...revamp-7052583
Note: I've read a couple of different articles on this topic. None seems to have any dates.
Jun 21, 2015, 12:20 pm
#315
Join Date: May 2009
Location: EUG
Programs: AS MVP, AA MM, HH Diamond, MR Gold
Posts: 8,220
This might be the second Starwood property I've been tossed out of in the past year - first the Diplomat closed, and now this? Yes, when is this going to happen since I'm sure those of us holding rooms on points might be the first to go to make room for paying customers in the remaining tower - hope I'm wrong.