Marina View Fort Beach AH

This is our third week long stay at this resort. For the most part, it has been very good over several years. The kids have a membership here and we come with them every year for one of their weeks here. This time I had an experience that alienated me enough that I am seriously considering not returning, even though it would disappoint/sadden our kids and grand kids. I make it a point to walk quite a ways on the beach, away from the hotel umbrellas and chairs, to enjoy a cigar while walking the shoreline. Yesterday as I approached the front entrance/valet stand, there were three old men sitting on the bench between the valet stand and entrance smoking cigarettes. By the amount of cigarette left, it was obvious they had been there for a while. I thought, yes! Finally I can have a cigar without having to leave. I can back down, leterally 10 minutes later. The men were gone, and the moment I sat down an lit my cigar, an agressive young man ran over from the stand on the outside of the drive, and said 'I sorry sir, but you can't do that here. I politely told him I had just walked by 10 minutes earlier while three older men all smoking cigarettes, had been allowed to sit there and smoke. His response? 'Well, a lot of people let it slide. You can go around the corner.' I asked if it would be in the shade as it was 95 degrees, and he replied 'I can move the ash can for you.' So he did so. He 'thanked me' for being nice about it. But where he put me, which was the only shade, was on the edge of the garbage off load area that stunk like garbage. In additional insult, it was where the kitchen vent hoods (grease traps) vented there massive amounts of heated greasy exhaust, that was easily 15 degrees hotter than the already hot environment. After a few short minutes I left, walked to the street, and around to the far parking lot, which offered shade and breeze that wasn't heated, and didn't stink of rotting garbage. I was put off, but thought yeah, society is so anti-smoking, that this is just par for the course. But then last night at the end of the day, I went down after dark to walk the beach and have a second short cigar. As I walked through the crowded Bongo's bar area, where there was a crowd of at least 50 people and a few kids. I walked by a middle aged guy in the middle of the crowd smoking a cigarette, with no attempt to hide it. He was almost done with it, so he had been there probably 10 minutes before I came through... I get it that smokers are not welcome at this place, or they would provide at least some edge of the property shaded spot where smoking guests to go. It wouldn't be hard to find a spot that consistently has breeze that blows away from the hotel. But to allow multiple smokers to do so, right in the middle of crowded hotel areas with impunity, yet single me out to stand in an over heated, garbage smelling area because I am not as good as others, is disgustingly discriminatory. Interestingly, I was clearly dressed better than all the other smokers they did not ask to stop or relocate! I have spent more than $10K to stay here these last three visits, but I am seriously reconsidering ever returning! I must be fair in saying that nearly every other person, other than the one that aggressively came after me, has been very nice and friendly. I don't know whether this young man just needs to assert himself (ego), or really believes he is doing the right thing. But between that disparate treatment, and several days of sleeping on a bed that is killing my back, I am pretty much done with giving Pink Shell my money, just to be with kids and grand kids.

Ranger Rob was an incredible guide, full of knowledge and made the experience a fun and memorable one. He pointed out so much wildlife on the tour. We saw numerous birds, manatees, and fish. We had a great time. Thank you!

Rooms are beautiful and clean, all employees are friendly and helpful, the pool is amazing, beach access is amazing, location is perfect. It is our favorite place to vacation. This time we went on a sunrise kayak tour with Ranger Rob (Pink Shell celebrity) and would recommend this to anyone wanting to learn more about the history, eco system, animals and plant life in the area (and other areas too! His educational background is impressive). The tour was lovely, he’s an excellent guide, and we saw dolphin, birds, and my favorite: manatees! If kayaking isn’t your jam, he also does morning nature walks on the beach which our kids also loved! And we loved it too. 10/10 experience at both the resort and with Ranger Rob.

We love this marina/resort. Lots to do and easy to relax. We did the kayaking tour with Ranger Rob. That is a must do activity. We learned so much about the ecosystem and the challenges that our marine life has to face. The highlight of Ranger Rob’s tour was that we got to meet Gary the Manatee. Rob help rescue him from being trapped in a lock. Gary definitely remembers Rob. It was incredible to interact with them.

Traveled from Boston, MA for the second year in a row with my husband and two sons, 15 and 13. We loved it even more this year, and had a wonderful family vacation after a very busy school year! I would not hesitate to book this hotel, it is fabulous in every way! We did another kayak tour with Ranger Rob and like last year, it was a highlight of our trip! We did the sunrise tour this year and if two teenage boys say it was worth the early wake up, it’s worth the early wake up!! Thank you to Pink Shell and the entire staff for another memorable family vacation! 💕🐚

This place was fabulous! We came by boat, and the marina staff was top notch. We enjoyed all of the amenities and activities (included) as if we were staying in the resort rooms. The service was great!! And, the food was first class! Just go!!

This is our second time to the pink shell. This time we went with our two daughters who are age 9 and 18 and our parents. The resort is very family friendly. Everything is really close so there is not a lot of walking. For the second year in a row, we went kayaking with Ranger Rob. This year we did a sunrise kayak tour. We had beautiful views and saw dolphins and were swarmed by manatees. He is so knowledgeable and easy-going. I cannot recommend this experience enough. We really enjoyed the spa that is new. My husband and I did a couples massage, our first ever. And my daughter got a pedicure. This is an amazing top-notch spa. We love the Rae’s Italian dinner. Beautiful view and amazing pasta probably the best one I’ve ever had. They decorated our room for my daughter’s birthday. Manager Gary was very accommodating and helpful. The pool is nice. The pizza very good and the drinks nice. The ocean is very close by and warm, and the sand is soft. Again, if you were thinking about booking here, I would highly recommend it.

Our experience at Pink Shell was amazing and we would highly recommend! The hotel rooms were great and updated. The breakfast staff was very kind and accommodated my daughter’s allergy. Danielle was amazing and made she had options for breakfast. We also did the sunrise kayak tour with Ranger Rob and it was an incredible experience. We had close encounters with manatees, saw many different bird species, and saw dolphins. It was such a cool thing to experience and we would definitely do it again. Ranger Rob educated us on so many topics and you can tell how passionate he is about what he does! Overall a wonderful stay!

My family & I have been vacationing in Florida for 15 years, and, Pink Shell Resort is hands-down the nicest hotel with the greatest amenities that we've ever been to. Between the COMPLIMENTARY beach service (Umbrella, 2 chairs + drink/food delivery right to you), COMPLIMENTARY hot breakfast buffet, clean rooms, beautiful facility & grounds, quiet & secluded beach at the very end of the peninsula and a plethora of daily activities--you can't go wrong. Impressed is an understatement. We will absolutely be back!