Shelia was a great host and got back to me very quickly when communicating by this website or text.
I was dismayed by the check in process at the DoubleTree. The front desk agent was rude and informed me upon check in that guests would be charged $25 for admittance to anywhere in the hotel on the Saturday I was there. Reason: a holiday boat parade in Fort Lauderdale and hotel security wanted to keep things under control. This bothered me, but I was fine and got over it. Shelia provided me with three bracelets, which allowed me and two guests to roam the hotel. Still, the front desk agent blamed Shelia and was unprofessional and rude.
The room lacked coffee (there was decaf, but not regular coffee).
Overall, it's in a good location. A close walk to the beach and very close the the mall. Blu Martini has a great happy hour!