Brand new hotel in pristine condition, very reasonably priced for the location. Excellent downtown Lauderdale By the Sea access: just far enough away from downtown to be quiet, yet only a 5-min. walk to the beach, local gift shops and tons of great local restaurants, many with live music on the weekends. If staying in Lauderdale By the Sea, there isn't a need for a car, as everything important is within walking distance and there is a $2/day local shuttle service in the area as well.
The hotel grounds are well lit and felt very safe. Parking was easy and plenty of spaces are available for the hotel. The bed was very comfortable and the staff were all extremely friendly and helpful (especially Julian on the evening shift); some of the friendliest hotel staff we've ever encountered while traveling.
As long as you aren't looking for a 5-star hotel, this is the PERFECT hotel for the Lauderdale By the Sea area and would be our choice if traveling there again - highly recommended!