Flamingo Hollywood: The Hottest Spot in Florida You NEED to See!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I'm about to tell you about Flamingo Hollywood: The Hottest Spot in Florida You ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO SEE! This ain't your grandma's hotel review; this is a deep dive, a messy, honest, and slightly panicked exploration of what makes this place tick. And, let's be real, to convince you, I've got to spill the beans.
Accessibility: Navigating the Jungle (Easy!)
First off, let's get practical. Accessibility matters, and Flamingo Hollywood gets it. The info is there, but… it feels a little corporate at times. "Facilities for disabled guests" is listed, which is good, but it doesn't scream "We get it!" You know? Okay, I'll bite…
RANT TIME: Why are things like "Elevator" and "Exterior corridor" listed as 'features'? Aren't those just things in a building? Okay. Breathe. Just breathe. Moving on…
The Good Stuff: Ease of Getting Around.
The actual experience? I saw a couple of folks with mobility aids cruising around, which is a good sign. The elevators felt spacious, which is A+, and the public areas seem designed with accessibility in mind. Still, it's worth a call to specifically ask if there are specific rooms, but in general, seems good.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Culinary Adventure (Maybe Overwhelming?!)
Oh boy, where do I even begin? The sheer volume of options at Flamingo Hollywood almost gave me a panic attack. Seriously, Asian, International, Western, Vegetarian…it's a global food court inside a hotel!
- Restaurants: Multiple!
- Bars: Yep, including a poolside one. Perfect for people-watching (my fave pastime).
- Coffee Shop: Needed that!
- Snack Bar: For those midnight cravings.
- Room Service (24-hour): Bless those angels!
- Breakfast (Buffet & in-room): A classic.
- Happy Hour: Essential.
The food quality is… varied. I had some AMAZING Pad Thai at the "Asian Cuisine" place (seriously, best I've had in ages), but the burger at the poolside bar was, well, forgettable. The buffet? Standard hotel fare, but perfectly acceptable if you're not too picky. The sheer amount of choices is great but can also be a bit overwhelming, and a lot of it is not all that special.
A Tip (and a little grumbling): I'd recommend calling ahead and finding out if they have menus online. Also, the "Essential condiments" are a bit lacking, but that's just me.
Ways to Relax & Unwind: Spa, Pool & Paradise?
Okay, this is where Flamingo Hollywood REALLY shines. The list of ways to unwind is impressive:
- Swimming Pool [Outdoor]: HUGE and gorgeous, with a view. Totally Instagrammable.
- Spa/Sauna: (including a Steamroom!) The stuff of dreams.
- Gym/Fitness: Didn't hit it myself (vacation!), but it looked well-equipped.
- Pool with view!: Yes!
- Other Spa treatments: Includes Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath, Massage.
The Spa Experience: Pure Bliss… with a Pinch of Chaos!
I splurged on a massage (because, you know, vacation), and it was DIVINE. Honestly, the masseuse was a miracle worker, kneading away all the stress I didn't even know I had. The sauna and steamroom after were a perfect way to unwind. BUT… My experience was a little bit awkward though. They were doing renovations in the spa area so there was some noise and the hallways were a bit messy. The professional-grade sanitizing services must have been hard to do with the renovations. I'm sure it's fine now, but it made things a little less zen than you'd hope.
Cleanliness and Safety: Did They Do a Good Job?
This is important, especially now. The hotel seems to take safety seriously.
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Check.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Check.
- Hand sanitizer: EVERYWHERE!
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Good to know!
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Another big check.
- Food is Individually-wrapped, so I felt safe.
- CCTV in common areas, Exterior property and smoke alarms, fire extinguishers… I felt safe.
The Room: Your Personal Oasis (Mostly)
- Available in all rooms, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
The rooms themselves are where things get really interesting. They're modern and well-appointed. I loved the huge bed (seriously, could have slept a small family on it), and the blackout curtains were a lifesaver. Free Wi-Fi, of course. Internet access – wireless, too. But, and there's always a "but,"… the lighting in my room was a bit weird. The desk, despite being laptop workspace, was a bit narrow, which was a pain. Minor gripes. Overall, it was a comfortable and functional space.
Internet: Free Wi-Fi & the Digital World
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!…Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Excellent! Fast and reliable Wi-Fi is a must-have these days, and Flamingo delivers. No complaints here.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
The hotel offers a ton of great perks:
- Concierge: Always helpful for booking tours or getting restaurant recommendations.
- Daily housekeeping: Your room is always looking nice
- Laundry service: So crucial.
- Currency exchange: Essential for international travelers.
- Cash withdrawal: Handy.
- Convenience store: For snacks and essentials.
- Business facilities: Like, meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, outdoor venue for special events, projector/LED display, Xerox/fax in business center.
For The Kids & Families
- Babysitting service, family/child friendly, kids meal, kids facilities
Flamingo Hollywood is a family-friendly place, with a kids club. So if you are traveling with small children, that is something to keep in mind.
Getting Around
- Airport Transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking.
Things to do: More than just a hotel
- A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant.
Honestly, you could spend your entire vacation at the hotel. It's that kind of place.
The Verdict: Should you go?
Absolutely! Flamingo Hollywood is a fun experience. It's not perfect. The restaurant scene can be a bit hit-or-miss. But the pool, the spa, the location… it's all fantastic. And the staff is generally friendly and helpful.
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Tappahannock Getaway: Unbeatable Super 8 Deals! (VA)
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're about to dive headfirst into a Florida flamingo frenzy! This isn't your perfectly curated Instagram post. This is the real deal, a chaotic, sun-kissed, and probably sunburned adventure in the heart of Hollywood, Florida. And by "heart," I mean right by the ocean, which, let's be honest, is the only reason anyone should ever leave their couch.
THE ULTIMATE, UNFILTERED, AND ALMOST-CERTAINLY-IMPERFECT FLAMINGO HOLLYWOOD ITINERARY
(Warning: May Contain Excessive Beach Time, Coffee Dependence, and Existential Dread at the Price of Cocktails)
Day 1: Arrival and Beach Bliss (with a side of near-meltdown)
- Morning (7:00 AM - ish): Touchdown in Fort Lauderdale. Ugh, airports. The smell of stale coffee and forced optimism is a real mood killer. Find the rental car. Pray it's not a beat-up minivan. (Spoiler: It was. A very beat-up minivan. My initial reaction: "It's got… character." Followed swiftly by: "I need a drink.")
- Morning (9:00 AM - maybe): Finally get to the Flamingo Hollywood. Check-in? Smooth as silk. The promise of the ocean is calling. The room? Decent. Nothing that screams "luxury," but it's clean enough that I'm not immediately crawling in fear. The view, though? chef's kiss. Ocean. Blue. Perfect.
- Late Morning/Early Afternoon (10:30 AM - 1:00 PM): Beach time! (This is going to be a theme.) Find a spot, throw down the towel, and… bliss. The sun. The sound of the waves. The sheer freedom of doing absolutely nothing. Okay, maybe I'll slather on some sunscreen. (Don't be like me, kids. Reapply!)
- Lunch (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Casual beachside lunch. Fish tacos, a Corona, and people-watching. Essential Florida activity. Saw a guy with a flamingo-shaped floatie. Peak Florida. Made me smile.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Back to the beach! I spent the afternoon burying myself in the sand, reading a book, and occasionally getting splashed by rogue waves. I tried to take a nap, but the sand kept getting in my eyes. The struggle is real, people.
- Late Afternoon/Early Evening (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Shower, change, and head to the hotel bar. First cocktail of the vacation. It tasted amazing.
- Dinner (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Dinner at a local seafood restaurant. Seriously, the lobster was incredible. I almost cried because I'm a sucker for good food. And I started to get the sense that the vacation was going to be… okay.
- Night (9:00 PM - whenever): Stroll along the boardwalk. Watch the ocean. Maybe have another cocktail (or two). Try to figure out why the stars seem brighter here. Wonder about life. Embrace the glorious, messy, imperfect start to this trip.
Day 2: Culture, Cocktails, and a Canine Encounter
- Morning (8:00 AM - but really, after coffee): Coffee. Coffee is vital. The Flamingo Hollywood's in-room coffee maker is a joke. Luckily, there's a decent coffee shop nearby. (Saved!)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Okay, let's attempt some "culture." Head to the Hollywood ArtsPark. I imagined a beautiful park, but I got a large concrete lawn. I spent sometime there strolling around, looking for something that was "artistic" but instead found a really bored security guard.
- Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Quick bite at another casual place. The menu was… a little too adventurous. I chickened out and ordered a burger. Don't judge.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM): Head to the beach. Can't help myself. Did some more swimming. Realized that the water felt amazing! The sea was warm and calm. I could have stayed in there forever.
- Afternoon (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Stroll, look at shops, and I saw the best dog in the world. A fluffy white poodle wearing sunglasses. My heart exploded. It was a good moment.
- Late Afternoon/Early Evening (4:00 PM -7:00 PM): Happy hour! Find a promising bar. Then, it hit. The cocktail menu was full of fruity drinks I couldn't pronounce, and they all cost more than my weekly grocery bill. This is when I had my first real "is this a mistake?" moment. But I pressed on.
- Dinner (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Found an extremely delicious restaurant with a bar. Drinks were a little cheaper, and the food was divine. I even met a friendly couple. They were locals who gave great recommendations.
- Night (8:00 PM - whenever): Walk on the beach at night. It's way better than any art stuff.
Day 3: Beach, Beach, and… Okay, more Beach
- Morning (8:00 AM - because coffee): Coffee. Seriously, I'm starting to think it's the only thing keeping me going.
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): The Beach.
- Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Beachside lunch – fish tacos, again.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): The Beach. Sunbathing. Swimming. Wondering if I could just live here.
- Late Afternoon/Early Evening (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Shower, change, then bar. This time, I'm going for the big, fancy, overpriced cocktail. Because YOLO. The view was incredible.
- Dinner (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Seafood!
- Night (8:00 PM - whenever): Sunset, stroll, maybe regret all those cocktails. Try to memorize the sound of the waves, because, you know, real life is waiting.
Day 4: Departure (and the inevitable Post-Vacation Blues)
- Morning (7:00 AM - with a sigh): Pack. Stare at the ocean one last time.
- Morning (8:00 AM): Drive to the airport. Say goodbye.
- Morning (10:00 AM): Airport. Stale coffee, forced optimism. The circle of life.
- (And the Rest of the Day): Back home. Unpack. Start planning the next escape. And remember all those fabulous (and imperfect) moments in Flamingo Hollywood.
Flamingo Hollywood: Hold on to Your Hats (and Possibly Your Sanity!) - The Unofficial FAQ
So, what *is* Flamingo Hollywood, exactly? Is it... a flamingo sanctuary?
Okay, so, *no*. Definitely not a flamingo sanctuary. Unless you count the occasional plastic pink flamingo lawn ornament (of which the supply seems surprisingly robust, even in, you know, the *actual* flamingo-free areas). Flamingo Hollywood is… well, it's a vibe. It's a district in Hollywood, Florida, and honestly, describing it is like trying to explain the plot of a David Lynch movie. You kinda just... HAVE to experience it. Picture this: sun-drenched streets, a mix of old-school Florida charm and modern development (which sometimes awkwardly clashes, bless their hearts), and a palpable energy. It's got restaurants, bars, shops… the usual suspects… but with a certain glittery, late-night, anything-goes edge. It's the kind of place you could stumble in at noon and somehow, magically, still be there at 3 AM, fueled by inexplicable energy and questionable decisions. Speaking from experience, of course...
Is it safe? Because "Hollywood" can be a bit dicey...
Alright, let's get real. Look, am I going to tell you it's *Mayberry*? Absolutely not. Is it Fort Lauderdale? Uh, no. But honestly, I'd say Flamingo Hollywood feels pretty safe, especially compared to, say, certain parts of Miami. I've walked around late-ish at night (don't judge; the margaritas are STRONG there) and felt… well, not *uneasy*. Use common sense, stay aware, don't flash your Rolex like a clown, and you'll be fine. There's usually a good police presence patrolling the area, especially on weekends. I did once see a guy get, shall we say, *enthusiastically* escorted out of a bar, which I’ll chalk up to an over-enthusiastic karaoke performance. Consider it a cautionary tale! (Also, the beer was very likely involved.)
Tell me about the food! What should I eat?
Oh, the food! Where do I even BEGIN? Okay, so, there are like, a million options. You've got everything from casual taco joints to fancy-pants seafood restaurants. I'm a total sucker for anything with fresh seafood. Seriously. If you're into that, check out, let's say, *[Insert restaurant name here – I’m not gonna name names, I don't want to be responsible for your mediocre experience, do your own research, will ya?]* . It's… decent. Another one that always seems to have a party going on is *[Name a different restaurant]*. But honestly? My biggest food success story happened in a tiny little hole-in-the-wall. I was STARVING, and the smell of grilled everything wafted out onto the street. I dove in, not expecting anything. Best Cuban Sandwich of my LIFE. And you know what, that place probably isn't even on any "best of" lists. See? That’s what I’m telling you, sometimes the best experiences aren't planned. So, my advice? Explore. Be bold. Try something new. And for the love of all that is holy, embrace the carbs. (You're on vacation, people!)
What about nightlife? Is Flamingo Hollywood a party place?
Oh, HELL YES. Party place? That's putting it mildly. Flamingo Hollywood *throbs* at night. Think pulsing music, neon lights, and people ready to, well, *people*. There are bars for every taste – dive bars, upscale cocktail lounges, places with live music (and, again, karaoke – the karaoke is strong in Florida). I've had some of my best nights there, and some nights I’m honestly surprised I remember. The atmosphere is generally pretty lively and upbeat, but remember, this is Florida. There are times of the year that it does get very crowded, and the summer heat and humidity can be brutal. So, plan accordingly. Drink a lot of water. And if you find yourself face-to-face with a stranger at 3 AM, just roll with it. You're in Flamingo Hollywood. It’s practically mandatory.
Are there any *really* unique things to do in Flamingo Hollywood?
"Unique"? Well... let's just say things can get *interesting*. Besides the usual bars and restaurants, you might stumble upon a pop-up art show, a late-night flea market, or even, on one bizarre occasion, a live alligator wrestling demonstration (true story, look, I’m not making this up! Okay, maybe I am, because I don't remember that with absolute certainty but still...it felt real). There's a quirky, anything-goes vibe that encourages spontaneous adventures. I once ended up in a karaoke contest, where I performed "Livin' on a Prayer" with a level of passion that I still cringe thinking about. I didn't win, by the way (mostly because my voice is questionable at best), but the memory is a beautiful, cringy reminder of the magic of Flamingo Hollywood. So, be open to the unexpected. And maybe pack some earplugs… just in case. (For the alligator wrestling *and* the karaoke.)
Okay, okay, you've convinced me. How do I get there and where should I stay?
Getting there is easy! It's in Hollywood, FL., near the beach. If you're flying in, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is your best bet. You can easily rent a car, but honestly, once you're in the thick of things, Uber/Lyft is your friend. Parking can be… a challenge. As for where to stay, that depends on your vibe. There are swanky hotels near the beach, less expensive motels a bit further inland... and the Airbnb options... they’re there. I'm not the best person to advise on good accommodations. I tend to prioritize location over luxury and end up regretting it. My advice? Read reviews. Look at pictures. And, if you're feeling adventurous, maybe book something *slightly* outside your comfort zone. This place demands letting loose.
Is Flamingo Hollywood worth the hype?
Look, is it perfect? Nope. Does it have its rough edges? ABSOLUTELY. Is it always glamorous? Hah. But for me? For my twisted, slightly chaotic, karaoke-loving soul? Yes. It is absolutely worth the hype. Flamingo Hollywood is a place to unwind, to let loose, to embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the utterly unpredictable. It's a place where memories are made, bad decisions are celebrated, and you might just find yourself belting out Bon Jovi at 2 AM with a group of people you've known for approximately fifteen minutes. It's… well, it's a hot mess in the best possible way. Go. Just... go. And maybe don't forget the sunscreen. Or yourPremium Stay Search
