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May 26, 2009 by Lucas from Danbury,CT
Overall Rating: 3

• Location and staff.

“I would not stay here again.”

May 9, 2009 by Jamison from Los Angeles,CA
Overall Rating: 6

• Location.
• Birds.

“Pretty outdated and not attractive in the least bit, but adequate overall with an excellent location, in my opinion. The courtyard around the pool has trees next to it, and around 11pm these birds flock to them and proceed to chirp loudly throughout the night. It was like nothing I've ever heard - actually kept me from sleeping. They need to do something about those birds.”

May 7, 2009 by William from Pembroke Pines,FL
Overall Rating: 10

• The valet staff was incredible! They remembered my name!
• Some of the furniture in the room was worn.

“For a hotel that was built in 1955, the Sheraton Yankee Clipper has been wonderfully maintained. The staff from reception to final check out was exceptional. The front desk was very accommodating on check in. The valet staff was very friendly and courteous. I cannot wait to return next year after the scheduled refurbishment.”

Apr 29, 2009 by Nancy from Lufkin,TX
Overall Rating: 7

• View from the room.
• Restaurant staff not very friendly/ate there 2 times.

“Older hotel, but seemed to be maintained. Room was clean. View was fantastic. Desk staff cordial & helpful. Two attempts at restaurant was not pleasant. Tried dinner & breakfast. Staff not attentive or friendly. Cost over $6.00 to print out a boarding pass for our return flight. Most hotels provide that service free. Valet parking was $19.00 a day.
A little pricey.”

Apr 26, 2009 by Tina from Port St. Lucie,FL
Overall Rating: 10

• We were upgraded without having to ask.
• Older hotel - could use a little updating.

“The staff was excellent, very friendly and helpful. A beautiful location, right on the beach.”

Apr 18, 2009 by Cameron from Washington,DC
Overall Rating: 9

• It was quiet and spacious.
• The air conditioner made funny noises.

“It is a decent hotel in a decent location. You are right on the beach, although not near bars and restaurants. The lounge and restaurant are reasonable, although we did not spend much time there.”

Apr 12, 2009 by Nancy Pollard from Saratoga Springs,NY
Overall Rating: 7

• Staff was very accommodating.
• You had to walk through another building to get to the beach.

“The hotel was fine for a moderate hotel. The staff was most accommodating when the noise level outside out courtyard pool front room got too loud they moved us to a much nicer room with no questions asked. The restaurant was dark and funky not inviting at all, we did not eat there. For one night awaiting another flight to the Bahamas it was fine, but I probably would not go back. It was clean enough and the staff was excellent, but it was nothing special.”

Mar 24, 2009 by Nancy from Brantford,Canada
Overall Rating: 4

• Location.
• Needs renovations and it's looking tired.

“Super location, but really tired hotel, looking like it's in major need of attention, especially the public areas. The rooms aren't that bad, except you can get view of parking lots. Entrance into our section was through a really drab commercial garage.”

Mar 17, 2009 by Carol from Poplar Grove,IL
Overall Rating: 9

• Beach property, walking distance to nice restaurants with lovely views.
• Dining options.

“Received very nice upgraded room because I am a Starwood Preferred.”

Mar 14, 2009 by Russell from Philadelphia,PA
Overall Rating: 6

• The room was large with a
  great view.
• Maid service very late in day and inconsistent quality.

“The carpet in the room was dirty, with several large spots. Charged for use of computer and $3.00 charge to print boarding passes. No refrigerator in room. Double Tree where we stayed last month offers free computers and printer. There is a refrigerator in room and it is a much newer and cleaner hotel.”

Mar 5, 2009 by Mark from Wallkill,NY
Overall Rating: 1

• I liked nothing about it.
• Everything.

“Don't go. I went down to Lauderdale. Sheraton has no dignity, nor do they have the decency. The carpet was a peeling. Stuff was oozing from the ceiling. Light headed I'm a feeling. I should have heeded the warning. Walls so thin, I heard some snoring. Even the nightlife was a boring. The Wreck bar was a fitting name. The whole property should do the same.”

Feb 27, 2009 by Lisa from Cleveland,OH
Overall Rating: 7

• Nice location with an excellent beach.
• The rooms seemed old and worn. The doors in the hallway needed painting and it just seemed used.

“Very nice location, great beach and friendly staff.”

Feb 24, 2009 by Shirley from Thunder Bay,Canada
Overall Rating: 5

• The hotel amenities & location were good.
• The room was definitely not 3 Star Upscale or higher.

“Hotel amenities such as restaurant and pool were good, restaurant food was tasty & service was friendly. The rooms however were definitely not what we were expecting. There is much maintenance work and more thorough cleaning of the rooms required before I would ever say this resort as 3+. Perhaps rooms in other areas of the resort are in better condition however unfortunately for us our room was not.”

Feb 17, 2009 by Larry from Scottsdale,AZ
Overall Rating: 2

• location
• Very old hotel. Poor customer service

“We were given a handicaped room. They said that is the room that Priceline requested. The room had a broken showerhead. Very bad room. Mananger was not there. Desk people were not very nice.”

Feb 16, 2009 by kevin from Kenner,LA
Overall Rating: 1

• great location on the beach, convenient to transportation
• toilet overflowed all three days we stayed there

“nice beachfront hotel, great for kids on spring break”

Feb 14, 2009 by vicki from Westville,IN
Overall Rating: 8

• it was close to the port evergades

“it was clean and close to the beach”

Feb 11, 2009 by Bill from Gainesville,FL
Overall Rating: 2

• Cheap and on the beach.
• My room had no heat (not that it didn't work, there simply was no heat ) and it was pretty cold. It was dingy in dire need of renovation.

“Good location, bad everything else. It was like a 1 or 2 stars at most.”

Feb 9, 2009 by Bobbie from Avondale,AZ
Overall Rating: 6

• Convenient to airport and pier for a one night stay prior to cruising.
• For a Sheraton, this must be the bottom of their rung.

“Our trip was a one night stay prior to a cruise. It was adequate for our purposes. The room was in need of new carpet, even a make over.”

Feb 3, 2009 by Michelle from Copenhagen,DE
Overall Rating: 6

• Close to beach.
• Too big and not romantic at all. Not a good atmosphere.

“The hotel had all necessary needs but lacked some charm. The swimming pool was made on the first floor which meant it quickly became shaded.”

Jan 31, 2009 by Adam from Portland,OR
Overall Rating: 1

• The hotel is on the beach.
• Rooms smells like mold.

“This hotel should not be a Sheraton. It is very old with exterior corridors. The hotel has really needs to be remodeled. The outside needs to be painted. The pool closes at 5PM. and does not have stairs to get in it. There is no hot tub. The rooms smell like mold. The bathroom has a sliding door that does not close all the way. The carpet is old and has mildew. The A.C. compressor does not work well and is loud. The beds are not heavenly beds that most Sheratons have. The TV's are 20 inch round tube television that have a horrible picture. The internet is slower than 512 megabytes and costs 14.95 per day. The steakhouse restaurant is very good for supper and has a great buffet breakfast, but it is very pricey and and is the only restaurant close by. The hotel is a long 25 minute walk from the main part of North beach where all of the other restaurants are. The hotel is ion the beach and provided free lounge chairs.”

Jan 23, 2009 by Kristi from Jackson,MO
Overall Rating: 7

• Beach location.
• Double beds, older rooms in one part of the facility.

“Valet parking service was excellent, but didn't expect having to pay for parking (12/night). Concierge, room service, two pools, bar and restaurant were nice. Location nice as you could go behind hotel to beach. Had three buildings, we stayed in the older one with small rooms and only double beds in rooms with 2 beds, no queen size. We didn't stay at the hotel much, okay to just stay, I wouldn't vacation at this location though.”

Jan 19, 2009 by Eileen from Cincinnati,OH
Overall Rating: 10

• It is right on the beach. It had a variety of facilities for all types of travelers.

“The parking garage, although it was separated from the hotel, was very easy to find when driving in, and it was not a far walk to the lobby. The walkway was covered and one could get to the car without having to go outside. The room was large. The restaurants and the small store for snacks, sandwiches, and drinks was very convenient.”

Jan 8, 2009 by Edward from Lawrenceville,GA
Overall Rating: 1

• Good location beachfront.
• Old, dirty and noisy, needs redoing badly.

“Were very disappointed with the overall hotel except for the location and the view. Rooms are dated and carpet dirty with many spots. Elevator was dirty. Very noisy with paper thin walls hearing everything from neighboring rooms. Air condition rattling and noisy. Complain to front desk and respond was I don't care attitude. We are talking of the Sheraton here which is normally high rated hotels. We expected the hotel to be high standard because of the Sheraton name, but it was not. I would rate it a 1 and we are being generous, except for the view and location.”

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Jan 5, 2009 by Cherie from Lawrenceville,GA
Overall Rating: 10

• Charming.

“I expected it to be somewhat dingy because of the age of the hotel. Much to my delight it was charming and well maintained. I would
stay at
this hotel again.”

Nov 26, 2008 by Kathy from Oregon City,OR
Overall Rating: 7

• Location was goo.
• Property need updating, carpeting etc. were stained.

“Location is good but the property needs updating and repairs. There are other hotels that provide better value.”

Oct 15, 2008 by Brian
Overall Rating: 7

• Very clean and
  good location.
• Outdated and
  room service was terrible.

“The Yankee Clipper was decent. Rooms are outdated, but very clean. Good location on the beach. Room service was cold stale food for 5 star prices.”

Sep 22, 2008 by Brian
Overall Rating: 8

• it was right on the beach!
• Looked very old. Clean but old.

“It was well worth the cost. It is old, but in pretty good shape. Right on the beach and a 5 minute walk to shops and restaurants.”

Sep 14, 2008 by K from Coral Gables, FL
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[4] • Location:[7]

• Beach location selection of pools and great sun beds towels.
• Noisy air conditioning, car parking charge.

“This hotel is great when the sun is shining due to the beach front location and 2 pools with associated facilities (BBQ & Tiki Bar etc.). The pool sun beds have comfy mattresses and there are plenty. But there is not enough to do if the weather is poor. The food and service in the restaurant were good. Famous for Bar / pool scene in 'Analyze this!”

Sep 12, 2008 by Orlando from Ferndale, MI
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Location.
• Unkempt, needs a complete remodel, renovation, facelift!

“Location was great! Hotel needs a lot of work though. It is in need of a facelift, remodel and renovation!”

Sep 9, 2008 by Tina from Rock Island, IL
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[3] • Location:[9]

• Location.
• Filthy.

“Nice lobby. Filthy room with stained pillowcases. Door to the outside wouldn't close all the way. Smelly.”

Sep 8, 2008 by Mariesol from Severn, MD
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Nice shower.
• A.C. was not working, moldy smell.

“The room decor was decent. First room smelled of moldy. Changed rooms smelled better but A.C. not was working.”

Sep 6, 2008 by Kevin from Mansfield, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[10]

• Great location on the beach.
• Charge for wireless internet access.

“Overall a nice place to stay, enjoyed the beach and the rooms were clean and comfortable.”

Sep 6, 2008 by Jessica from Chicago, IL
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Right on the beach, friendly staff.
• Very confusing hotel, 4 different buildings & a Skywalk you have to cross over to get to one of the towers is even more confusing.

“This hotel is perfect if you want to be right on the beach. I did not like how confusing it was to find our room, there is 4 different towers & a Skywalk where you park your vehicle, once we parked we had to walk across skywalk, take elevator down, walk across one tower all the way to the end then take another elevator. However if you don't mind all that it's perfect to stay if you want to be right on the beach.”

Sep 5, 2008 by Angela from Coral Springs, FL
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• It was nice and comfortable.
• The room smelled of smoke.

“Housekeeping was very nice. Front desk staff had somewhat of 'oh well' attitude.”

Sep 4, 2008 by Andrew from Richmond, VA
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[5] • Location:[8]

• Great location.
• Had to change rooms twice due to bed bugs.

“The property is older. When I initially checked in I had to be moved to another location due to the air conditioning unit which was malfunctioning and soaking the carpet by not exiting the water to outside. I had to be moved to another room, which had a great view, however I had to be moved because their were bed bugs. While the bed bugs can happen in any hotel. It was a disappointing stay.”

Sep 4, 2008 by William from Austin, TX
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[2] • Location:[6]

• The price is not worth its quality.
• Too dark and old.

“The interior is okay except the bathroom. The lighting is too old and dim. The drive way in the parking garage is so narrow that you hardly make a turn. The bump in the garage is huge. Unless you are driving an SUV or truck, your car make have a little damage by the bump.”

Sep 3, 2008 by Chris from Wauwatosa, WI
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Location.
• Old, falling apart, mold, poor smell.

“Yankee Clipper did not meet my expectations. Me and my party were disappointed. I have stayed in several hotels in this area and this one far under performed. I would not stay at this hotel again.”

Sep 1, 2008 by mir
Overall Rating: 1

• I liked nothing at Sheraton.

“Zero quality, would not pay a dime for their rooms. Dirty and bad smell all around the room and halls.”

Aug 31, 2008 by Vernon from Boston, MA
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• Walking distance to beach.

“The location and proximity to Ft Lauderdale airport was perfect. The location of the hotel is great for the beach, a bit of a walk to the shops & restaurants on the strip. There were no views, there was an additional charge for parking of 12$ per day, the echoing sound of water (plumbing) running through the walls was loud.”

Aug 24, 2008 by Scott from Monmouth Junction, NJ
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[5] • Location:[5]

• Nothing.
• Extra charges for parking, AC was not working right, smell in hotel.

“This hotel was a bad experience from the get go. First, there was a $12 charge to park (or $16 for valet). To use umbrellas on their private beach was a $10 charge. The hotel had a very musty smell. The bed was uncomfortable as the bed springs were loud and very easy to feel. The thermostat could not be adjusted, there was no vent or fan in the bathroom, there was a short in the light entering the room. The electrical outlets were unsafe (could not charge phone/camera). This is an old hotel in real need up a facelift inside and out. Hard to believe Sheraton lends their name to this place.”

Aug 20, 2008 by Mary from Dorchester Center, MA
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Location.
• Buildings spread out. It was a long, long walk to the beach.

“Hotel is pretty old & dated, rooms were very nice, beds comfortable. It is a non-smoking hotel, but our room smelled of cigarette smoke. Housekeeping sprayed something, which didn't help, the windows didn't open so we couldn't air it out. The hotel was full & we were stuck for the night.”

Aug 19, 2008 by Kevin D. from Johnson City, TN
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Layout of hotel, beach access, friendly staff.
• $12 a night for parking in their garage.

“The Yankee Clipper reminded me of a smaller scale Vegas-style hotel. There are 3 buildings spread out over the property located at the southern end of FTL beach. This location does make it a walk to the main shopping/eating area but keeps the beach relatively open for guests. The hotel staff was surprisingly friendly for a south Florida hotel. The beach was nicely kept and maintained by the staff. If you plan on eating or drinking at the beach bar, or restaurant be prepared to drop some money. The worst part of this trip was the $12 a night parking fee.”

Aug 15, 2008 by Nathan from Kissimmee, FL
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[5] • Location:[7]

• Very close to the beach.
• Extra hidden fees, daily parking, etc.

“There is no way this is a 3 star resort. The shower was moldy, bed sheets were not clean, and the overall hotel was very dated.”

Aug 14, 2008 by Annette from Henderson, NV
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[1] • Location:[5]

• The bed was comfy.
• Noise level was out of control!

“Our room was across from a hotel that had a loud outdoor bar. The music was so loud the windows and floor in our 6th floor room were vibrating unit 12:30 am. We could not even here the TV.”

Aug 14, 2008 by Chris from Stow, OH
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[2] • Location:[6]

• Location.
• Old outdated, loud and unhelpful.

“This place is a dump. I have never stayed at a 3 star hotel and been this disappointed. The hotel needs major renovations and upgrades. There were people yelling the entire time I was there. There was a fight going on next to my room at 4 am and called the front desk and it wasn't resolved. When I told them at checkout about it, they told me I didn't follow protocol. Whatever that means.”

Aug 11, 2008 by Julie from Visalia, CA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[9]

• We loved being right on the beach! the pool areas were both wonderful.
• The staff on the beach setting up the chairs and the umbrellas were very rude and unhelpful.

“The hotel staff was for the most part friendly and helpful. The only exception was the beach staff. They were rude and unhelpful. Even with the tip, they did not want to set up our chairs. Both pool areas were nice. We loved being able to walk to restaurants and shopping. The beach was magnificent!”

Aug 5, 2008 by Victoria from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• I liked the convenience to the ocean. I appreciated having an ocean view and easy access to the ocean and to the eateries in the area.
• The convenience store was too expensive and did not have a large enough selection. The only sitting areas outside where smoking areas.

“The hotel had friendly service. There was easy access to the ocean. We were in walking distance of many of the local restaurants.”

Aug 4, 2008 by Melissa from Skiatook, OK
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Proximity to airport, beach and Port Everglades.
• Overwhelming fragrance for air freshener - very cheap smell and caused headaches.

“This hotel was perfect for our family's needs and very clean and accommodating. We did feel the breakfast buffet was overpriced $18.00 and were unhappy with the fact that they added a service charge of $8.00 when dining there for breakfast. Because of this, we did not feel the need to leave a gratuity. There was also a problem with the air freshener they used when cleaning. It was overpowering, smelling very much like cheap men's cologne. It made me sick and gave me a headache. Otherwise, we were very happy with all the amenities and service.”

Aug 1, 2008 by Dana from El Cajon, CA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Great beach location.
• No amenities except the room. Had to pay for every little thing.

“Overall a great experience. Had to pay to park, pay to use the wireless internet, pay for towels by the pool. But, it was a great location!”

Jul 31, 2008 by Eddie from Laurelton, NY
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• The location is just off the beach.
• The split concept is really disconcerting. Pool was small.

“I stayed at the Marriot Resort in the same area a few times. The hotel is fine if you're not expecting much. There is nothing much in the general area and its a pretty good walk to the restaurants and bars. The beach across the street is public so bring your own chairs. Overall, it was okay.”