Cheeca Lodge - what is your opinion?

Old Apr 19th, 2002, 07:08 AM
  #1  
Tracy
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
Cheeca Lodge - what is your opinion?

My husb and I have finally picked a place to stay in the Keys this year, we are going with the Cheeca Lodge (we got a pretty good internet deal). I know it's a recommendation of Fodors and other travel guides, but I wanted YOUR opinion of how you liked or disliked it. Our room is a garden room w/ property view. Let me know! (including if you liked the staff, restaurants, etc.) Thanks!
 
Old Apr 19th, 2002, 09:53 AM
  #2  
Gretchen
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
It's been a while since we were there but I have always wanted to go back. I loved the place and its "feel".
 
Old Apr 19th, 2002, 10:54 AM
  #3  
Judy
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
We stayed there about 4 years ago. I like the atomosphere like Gretchen said, but I felt it was overpriced for what it was. They charged us tennis court fees... pretty chintzy IMO. We had the same type room too, garden view. It was showing it's age then, so I am thinking they have hopefuly remodeled. Location is great and close to Lorelei's, a fun restaurant and bar. Have a great time whatever you do.
Judy
 
Old Apr 19th, 2002, 11:02 AM
  #4  
ALF
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
I agree with Judy. Its a great location, but for the cost we paid for the room, we did not expect to be nickled and dimed for everything else. The tennis courts are great, there is a smallish pool that is OK for cooling off. The restaurant has good food (but, again, overpriced). There are some nice waterfront lounging areas, but the beach is not very good - not much sand. As noted, there are several good restaurants in walking distance. If I'd paid less for the room, I guess I would have been quite happy.
 
Old Jun 7th, 2002, 04:57 AM
  #5  
michael
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
My wife and I spent our anniversary at Cheeca last February and we really enjoyed ourselves. We were upgraded at no extra cost to an oceanview room, and found the service to be great. The formal dining room is overpriced and I'd pass aside from a stellar Sunday brunch. Only complaints: totally agree on the nickel and dimed aspect--everything costs "extra" even a trip to the gym which in this day and age borders on offensive when you're paying $250+ per night. Also, make sure you like kids because they're everywhere, including diapered in the pool. But we'd return. I would also consider the Moorings next door which looked incredibly romantic and secluded and provides activities such as tennis, kayaking, etc. for free.
 
Old Jun 7th, 2002, 06:26 AM
  #6  
J T Kirk
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
I think it's overpriced. And too big. I prefer smaller, more intimate places. But, it is a nice place. The rooms are clean. Nice pseudo-beach. Restaurants are good (not great, but better than adequate). It has too much of a golfy-thing going on. I feel like I'm NOT in the Keys when I'm there; instead, I feel like I'm at some gold resort anywhere else. It's . . . generic-feeling. I like the Moorings better. This is just my opinion based upon my rather narrow tastes.
 
Old Jun 10th, 2002, 11:00 AM
  #7  
marcia
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
My husband and I stayed at the Cheeca in October and loved it. Just keep in mind it is not the Ritz. It is meant to be "old Florida style"--not a high rise ala Ft. Lauderdale. We had a spacious king bedroom/living area/kit/screen porch. Across US1 is the Outpost store which has everything needed to stock your fridge for a few days wine/beer/snacks/gormet sandwiches. I hate to be captive at resorts where the "lobby store" nickles and dimes you. Also across US1 (within walking distance) are two great restaurants--Morada Bay, go at sunset and order a drink, sit in a chair on the bay and watch the sunset. Pierre's is next door and the World Wide Sportsman (Bass Pro Shop)is also on the bay side with fishing charters and all that goes with fishing. Cheeca has a fishing pier also. During our stay George W. Senior took over the Presidential suite for the annual Bonefishing tournament. And by the way we stayed there on American Express Reward points.
 
Old Jun 10th, 2002, 11:03 AM
  #8  
sn
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
I second the Morada Bay call...it's incredible--everything a beach vacation meal should be. Frankly, I wouldn't bother eating anywhere else in Islamorada--it's just a waste of time and money.
 
Old Jun 10th, 2002, 10:18 PM
  #9  
x
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
Given the first five - or so - replies...WHY would anyone pay +250/nite for a place such as this?

I'm serious: Is there just too much "discretionary" income in American life to actually expect VALUE for your dollar?
 
Related Topics
Thread
Original Poster
Forum
Replies
Last Post
creynolds
Caribbean Islands
4
Nov 28th, 2011 01:25 PM
jdp867
Mexico & Central America
17
Nov 10th, 2011 03:27 PM
Tasha440
Mexico & Central America
11
Mar 31st, 2008 07:59 PM
dssxxxx
Africa & the Middle East
4
Mar 28th, 2007 06:03 AM
Dennis4049
Canada
14
Jul 21st, 2006 06:47 AM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are On


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

Contact Us - Manage Preferences - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information -