lizziea06

I know you've made up your mind already, but I wanted to put in a plug for the Somerset. I stayed there for a week in February 2007, and it was FABULOUS. Service and amenities were top notch. A friend owns a condo in one of the garden view units, and we were thoroughly comfortable.

afinecompany

I've heard great things about somerset as well. Unfortunately, with peak rates, I could only do a garden view. One of the biggest parts of a beach vaction is being able to sit on the terrace and look out to the ocean. With 2 young kids, naps, early bedtime, this is a critical factor for me. So, OCW had a beachfront huge suite for a great price, I can't complain. I plan on going back in the fall and I am dying to try the Palms...Great rates in off season..can't wait to just get down there 12 days and counting!!!!

KimandMarc

Afinecompany,

I'm reading this post and wondering how your trip went. I apologize in advance if you've posted a trip report elsewhere. I too am now debating b/w the Alexandra, the Sands and OCW for this July. We also have two young kids, ages 3 and 1. I'm wondering how they enjoyed OCW....

Thanks.

BeachGirl247

Here's their trip report:

http://www.fodors.com/forums/threads...p;tid=35115538