Marriott's Ocean Pointe Owners and Friends

[Zrich]

Call Ocean Pointe within 30 days of arrival to the pre-arrival coordinator. May get an email contact to give your preference. For young children, 1. Sailfish, 2. Dolphin, 3. Cobia and high floor. Not Kingfish

 

[GTLINZ]

Just got back from a great week there. We go this time every year.

We were in Dolphin which should have been updated last year - but the furnishings in our room were fine. The aqua classes were back in full scale and the gym did not require masks, thankfully.

But there was dredging most days and evenings. So we heard it while we were on the beach and then also from our balcony. It was not bad at first but got annoying in the evening when it drowned out the sound of the ocean.

 

[ReinoMOP]

Has any owner hosted an owners party at the Kingfish in March/April this year?
Jim

 

[travelplanner70]

I will not have a rental car for my up-coming trip to Ocean Pointe due to the ridiculously high rental car costs. Can you recommend 7 (one for each day I will be there) restaurants that are within walking distance? Thank you in advance.

 

[Mlvnsmly]

I will not have a rental car for my up-coming trip to Ocean Pointe due to the ridiculously high rental car costs. Can you recommend 7 (one for each day I will be there) restaurants that are within walking distance? Thank you in advance.

Here is the full list (I believe) of restaurants within walking distance. There are not a ton of choices so I am listing everything I can think of. 3800 Ocean may be a stretch as far as walking distance. There is also the standard on site restaurant.

Guakamole's, Mulligans, 2 Drunken Goats, Castaways Craft Beef and Pizza, Johnny Longboats, The Islander Grill and Tiki Bar, Sailfish Marina, 3800 Ocean.

 

[tatmtr7]

A restaurant that we enjoyed this winter was Wok on the Beach! Pad Thai was delicious! Next door to Johnny Longboats.

 

[travelplanner70]

Thanks for all the suggestions. Wok is one I have not tried. We will try that one. Mlvnsmly: Have you eaten at these restaurants: Guakamole's, Mulligans, 2 Drunken Goats, Castaways Craft Beef and Pizza, Johnny Longboats, The Islander Grill and Tiki Bar, Sailfish Marina, 3800 Ocean? I have not eaten at the first three. Are they good choices? Thanks for your help.

 

[Mlvnsmly]

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Thanks for all the suggestions. Wok is one I have not tried. We will try that one. Mlvnsmly: Have you eaten at these restaurants: Guakamole's, Mulligans, 2 Drunken Goats, Castaways Craft Beef and Pizza, Johnny Longboats, The Islander Grill and Tiki Bar, Sailfish Marina, 3800 Ocean? I have not eaten at the first three. Are they good choices? Thanks for your help.

I've been to Guakamole's and 2 Drunken Goats. Guakamole's is a small authentic style mexican place. I thought it was good, but those places tend to all be very similar. My kids love to eat a 2 Drunken Goats. We went there twice last year and they've already asked to go on our upcoming trip. It's a typical Bar type restaurant. I do enjoy the fajitas there. I would stay away from the ribs. They gently tried to talk me out of them and I didn't listen. I haven't been to Mulligans, but they have several locations in that part of Florida so it must not be that bad. We had also been to the pizza place and thought it was good, but it's under a different name now.

 

[dioxide45]

We have been to Johnny Longboats, Two Drunken Goats and Mulligan's. Johnny Longboats was pre pandemic and the other two were in 2020 during the pandemic. We weren't big on Johnny Longboats, but it seems very popular. We enjoyed Mulligan's better than Two Drunken Goats. I did make a video about our visit to Two Drunken Goats.

 

[tatmtr7]

Thinking about going this fall. Wondering when owners meeting will be held usually November. Does anyone know exact dates?
Thanks

 

[SuiteLady]

New here. This sounds like a great location to learn about.

 

[pinetree1]

How is the weather in the month of July? Is it a good time to visit the resort & the surrendering area? Thanks.

 

[Quilter]

How is the weather in the month of July? Is it a good time to visit the resort & the surrendering area? Thanks.

We’re arriving 7/7 for a week. Normally we’re winter guests. A couple years ago we tried June and then July. It was beautiful sitting beachside under an umbrella. The water temp was perfect.

When you travel the weather is never guaranteed.

I’m looking forward to a lovely visit.

 

[pharmacistking]

I received this message concerning our stay in December. Do we know what buildings are concerned with the construction update?

Construction Updates
Marriott’s Ocean Pointe will be undergoing an enhancement project at the resort from approximately Aug. 1, 2022 through Dec. 15, 2022. During this time, guests may experience limited-view obstructions if located in these buildings. Additionally, some construction noise may be heard between the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 

[dioxide45]

I received this message concerning our stay in December. Do we know what buildings are concerned with the construction update?

Construction Updates
Marriott’s Ocean Pointe will be undergoing an enhancement project at the resort from approximately Aug. 1, 2022 through Dec. 15, 2022. During this time, guests may experience limited-view obstructions if located in these buildings. Additionally, some construction noise may be heard between the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dolphin first followed by Cobia.

 

[pharmacistking]

Dolphin first followed by Cobia.

Do you think it's just room refurbishments or major work on the resort? I know they updates Sailfish recently. Looking to see how it impacts our week.

 

[dioxide45]

Do you think it's just room refurbishments or major work on the resort? I know they updates Sailfish recently. Looking to see how it impacts our week.

As far as I know it is just villa refurbishments in line with what was done in Sailfish.

 

[dwanderer]

I will not have a rental car for my up-coming trip to Ocean Pointe due to the ridiculously high rental car costs. Can you recommend 7 (one for each day I will be there) restaurants that are within walking distance? Thank you in advance.

Food at the onsite restaurant was delicious, especially the burgers!

 

[PsuFrh]

Food at the onsite restaurant was delicious, especially the burgers!

We really like their burgers!

 

[DIB]

The refurbs of Dolphin, then Cobia, are scheduled to start and be completed by mid December. Start at top floor of Dolphin, then work down floor by floor, then start same at Cobia. Same refurbs as Sailfish.

 

[Quilter]

We arrived yesterday. First visit since we left March 2020. We missed our normal winter stays ‘21 & ‘22.

The resort is in great condition. The smells are deja vu. There’s the “Marriott” smell from whatever cleaning products they use and then the smells in the air. Brings back memories.

Loving this summer experience. It’s hot for sure but with breeze at 14 mph from the SE it’s delightful on the beach. Water is crystal clear and warm.

Normally we drive down in the winter. This time we flew since it’s just a week long stay. Got a great find at the trash bin last night….2 pool noodles and 2 beach chairs. We’ll pass them on when we leave next week.

Room location is north side of Pompano. Nice view over the Cobia pool. Easy access to the beach through the south gate.

 

[gln60]

We were at OP last October....really enjoyed Mulligans

 

[Wanderlustgrl]

If I own a silver week can I use the gold season at no charge since it is below my season? Thank you!

 

[dioxide45]

If I own a silver week can I use the gold season at no charge since it is below my season? Thank you!

You can only reserve the season that you own. Gold season is actually considered higher than silver, though Marriott did allocate more DC points to silver.

 

[TheTimeTraveler]

If I own a silver week can I use the gold season at no charge since it is below my season? Thank you!

No. You can only reserve a Silver Week during the Silver Season.

You can however use Interval International and exchange into the Gold Season (subject to availability).


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