Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews of Great Escape Inn by Lowkl

2.5 out of 5
Great Escape Inn by Lowkl
4620 North Ocean Drive, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 738 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 738 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 738 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 738 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 738 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay. Will return next year.

4/10 Poor

Daniel, Port Clinton

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonica, Tarentum

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this motel. Have stayed here for many years. Different owners but still clean, comfy and enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Only 3 pool lounge chairs and 2 were broken.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can walk and get coffee,Dunkin doughnuts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property and room were clean, courtyard well lit at night. The office was not opened, all communication on phone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short stay but room was perfect. Everything was comfortable, quiet and very convenient. Loved how so many restaurants, shops, and the beach were within a short walk. Great value for the price. I’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was nice, clean and location is great. I messaged about the air condition not working properly - no response. It was 89 degrees in the room at night and 93 during the day on the last two days. It was cooler for the previous nights due to the colder weather outside. The first night there there were boys screaming at each other in the room below us. Very loud fighting and we could hear them from 3:30am - 6:30am - no response from the text to the manager. It happened one more night also. There is not anyone on site that will help with any issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is convenient to every where we wanted to be. Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Joyce

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No one on premises except Brigette to supply coffee cup and dish soap and tv guide to me . All communication via email. No daily making beds. No blankets or heat. No written instructions for t v. Two housekeeping staff I spoke with don’t understand English.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
A little strange without an office on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Todd, Las Vegas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very basic property but it is very clean and taken care of. This is not fancy but if you are looking for a clean and basic budget stay in a great walkable location you should stay here. You enter with a code and only deal with staff through text or you can call them…that said they are very kind and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Paolo

Liked: Staff & service
Two star despite the pool. The building location is great, one block to the beach entrance, three blocks fom restaurants and free parking. Other than that it was disappointing despite the good price compared to other options offered on Expedia.The bed is hard and noisy with low quality bedding. Towels are thin, two had holes.The room is not well maintained, for example the plank flooring is separating, cracked and mildewy caulk in bathroom at the tub. The toilet tank is probably very rusty inside because the water is yellow once flushed, no bathtub stopper nor screen. The celing fan lights turned on by themselves at random times, so we had to turn them off at night. The wall AC was so loud that someone else called to have it fixed, we also had to turn it off at night, it was cold in FL otherwise we would have called. All communication is done via text, I attempted calling the office twice, both times for lock issues, but no one answered, however the text replies are prompt and courteous, you have to reply to the text where they send you the room number and code, not on expedia.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Milutin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This is first “hotel” that asked us to take garbage out after checking out, and to wash dishes! That was so strange! I’m surprised they didn’t ask to mop the floor before leaving!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Very convenient! Very responsive to messages. Guests please do fill your registration form when they ask you to via message, it is only after that you get a room code to check in.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Suzi on Dec 6, 2023
I'm glad to hear that you had a positive experience at the property and found it convenient. It's great that the property management was responsive to messages, contributing to a smooth experience.

8/10 Good

Shiv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Suzi on Dec 6, 2023
Thank you.

6/10 Okay

Simon

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location with easy walking to the beach and local restaurants. However the property could do with a makeover. The main bedroom was ok, recently decorated but the bathroom was poor. The outside pool area is tired with only 5 sunbeds of which 2 were damaged. Which is a shame as the pool is quite a sun trap and west facing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Suzi on Dec 6, 2023
Thank you for providing feedback about your stay. It's great to hear that the property is in a convenient location with easy access to the beach and local restaurants.I appreciate your observations about the need for a makeover, particularly in the bathroom and the pool area. Your insights are valuable and can be beneficial for both potential guests and the property management to consider improvements.

6/10 Okay

frank b

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Place was nice but no maid service to clean room, or towel replacement. Other than that, loved the location, beach a d restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Suzi on Dec 6, 2023
I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the location and the surrounding amenities. However, I understand that the lack of maid service and towel replacement was a notable issue during your stay. While some accommodations operate without daily maid service, it's important for guests to be aware of such policies in advance.

10/10 Excellent

Hayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Suzi on Nov 12, 2023
Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future. Safe travels!

6/10 Okay

Carmelo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Suzi on Nov 12, 2023
Please feel free to reach out to tell us about your experience.

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Suzi on Oct 22, 2023
We're thrilled to be considered a hidden gem! Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated, and we're delighted that you had a wonderful experience during your stay. We look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional service and hospitality in the future. Thank you for choosing our establishment!

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Suzi on Oct 22, 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely wonderful. If theres one thing to upgrade on, it would be pool lounge chairs. Still, no complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Suzi on Oct 22, 2023
We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated. We'll certainly consider your suggestion to upgrade the pool lounge chairs, as we're always looking for ways to improve our guests' experience.Thank you for your understanding and for choosing our establishment. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future, and we aim to make your next visit even more enjoyable!

10/10 Excellent

Lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Suzi on Oct 22, 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL, Norwich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not expect someone to clean your room, it's up to you. Only about 12 rooms. Nice pool; has a pay washer and drier. Restaurant and grocerys are within walking distance as is beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Suzi on Oct 22, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience and providing valuable information for future guests. It's helpful to know that guests should expect to clean their own rooms, and that there are pay washer and dryer facilities on-site. It's great to hear that the establishment has a nice pool and that there are restaurants, groceries, and the beach within walking distance.

10/10 Excellent

Rafa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay, very clean and confort.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 24, 2023
Thanks for the great review, we are happy you had an excellent stay!

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 24, 2023
We hope you’ll visit us again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was nice and fairly well maintained. The room was more like a one bedroom efficiency apartment. Very clean and equipped. The only issue I had was the wifi which was very weak, but still functional. It’s a small complex, centered around a pool which is taken care of. Also about a 5 minute walk from the beach, which was nice. The only thing I had a problem with, really, was the parking. It’s directly on a main thoroughfare and is limited in capacity. There is a Publix grocery store a block and a half away, that makes it easy to shop for food. My stay was very quiet, pleasant and relaxing.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
Thank you for writing such a glowing review of our property! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that it is very convenient to walk everywhere you want to go. Thank you for your preference!

8/10 Good

Nadia

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 24, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience.

8/10 Good

Dawna, West Bloomfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
We are glad you loved the location.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location near beach. Great room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience. It is good to know that the location and amenities of the apartment were satisfactory for you.

8/10 Good

George Pastorok

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
There are no staff on hand except cleaning people
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
We are happy that you were satisfied with your stay. Please know that we operate with a virtual reception 24/7 where our hardworking.

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
Thank you for the review please feel free to message us about your experience..

10/10 Excellent

jonhatttan, hialeah fl

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience. It is good to know that the location and amenities of the apartment were satisfactory for you.

10/10 Excellent

STACEY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Suzi on Sep 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience. It is good to know that the location and amenities of the apartment were satisfactory for you.

8/10 Good

Frederick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was clean and had everything we needed…full kitchen was nice. Check in was a little confusing and frustrating. Tried calling the day prior to check in to get instructions, left several messages and calls were not returned. Would prefer to be able to talk to someone in person. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Suzi on Jul 17, 2023
We are happy that we were able to provide you with everything that you needed during your stay sorry about the bits of confusion. We are glad that it didnt affect your overall experience.

8/10 Good

Anita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was immaculate. It is an older property that is very well supplied. There is a kitchen, and bedroom with a ceiling fan and flat screen tv. Unfortunately we found the bed too firm. Outside is a pool, lounge chairs and a grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Suzi on Jul 2, 2023
Thank you for choosing our apartment for you stay, we’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience.

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Miami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from Suzi on Jul 2, 2023
Thanks again for the great review and we hope to do business with you again soon!

6/10 Okay

Gustavo

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Suzi on Jul 2, 2023
Thank you for the review.

8/10 Good

Nilze

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic and simple stay. Was able to check in a few hours early that was great. Nice to have chairs and umbrellas available for use.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from Suzi on Jun 13, 2023
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re glad you were happy with your stay.

2/10 Terrible

Carmel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It was absolutely dreadful when we arrived .I was expecting somebody with an office to explain everything to us I had to get on the phone and waited about 2 hours for somebody to finally get me a room number and code for the door . Then we could not use the door lock. Thankfully one of the cleaning ladies was around to show us. The television was useless, do you expect us to pay for the TV as well, everything was streaming and cut off after 10 minutes requesting us to pay. Another thing ,what is it with washing the dishes and taking out the garbage ,never heard of such a thing in my life ,what are we paying for ..finally you took out my money on the day I booked my trip, you should have waited until I finished my vacation before billing me.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Response from Suzi on Jun 13, 2023
Sorry to hear that your experience with us is not as great as you expected, but we are very clear that we only have a virtual reception and everything is done virtually. Plus, all booking platforms on the web require you to pay first before you check in, which goes for any hotel as well. We apologize for all the inconvenience we wish we can make it up to you in the future,

4/10 Poor

Brian M

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Was supposed to have a king bed but had a queen
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from Suzi on Jun 13, 2023
Sorry about the bed but in your reservation you booked a standard double room.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and they had stuff that you could take to the beach like chairs and umbrellas
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Suzi on May 19, 2023
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re glad you were happy with your stay.

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet property. Very short walk to beach and restaurants… we will stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Suzi on May 19, 2023
Thank you for writing such a glowing review of our property! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that it is very convenient to walk everywhere you want to go.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Suzi on May 19, 2023
We hope you’ll visit us again soon!

6/10 Okay

Logan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The TV didn’t work. We was only there for a couple nights but the night we want to relax after having a fun filled day at the beach we can’t because the TV didn’t work.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Suzi on May 3, 2023
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the TV not working during your stay. We take guest comfort very seriously and we understand that having a functional TV is important for relaxation. We will make sure to address this issue with our technical support team to ensure that our guests have a seamless and comfortable stay. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more satisfactory experience in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Suzi on May 3, 2023
Thanks.