Awful. Did not get room we requested, room was dirty and the front desk could care less, the elevator was out of service for hours one day, fire alarm rang nightly for no apparent reason. .I did like marriott but now look for any alternative. We called marriott HQ is DC and they did not really care about our crappy vacation. Whats wrong with them ?

We've been coming here for years (own a unit) and still enjoy it--spacious, well appointed, friendly staff. The planned renovation this year is overdue. Upholstery and rugs are worn, paper peeling, but it's kept clean, everything works. The mall at ground level is almost empty--restaurants and retail are mostly gone.

We recently stayed here for 4 nights. I booked thru Mariott vacations. WE were offered a 4 night package and had a 90 min sales presentation. WE had a corner villa overlooking the intercoastal. Very nice accomodations, great view, large kitchen, livingroom, bedroom, bath and balcony. Quiet side of the building so we could sleep with the door open, which we did. The sale presentation was very low key, no pressure and if I had the money I would have seriously considered buying.
We were delayed getting there 2 days because our airline went bankcrupt enroute. When I called to let the hotel know they were very accomodating and added the 2 nights on the other end. We did not expect that and were pleasantly surprized.
The pool area is nice. Shade from 2 pm on except for the far south side. Warning, the hot tub whcih we used at night completely took the color out of our bathing suits. Too much chlorine which we did not realize until the next day. I notified the front desk and they closed it off for awhile and I assume retreated it..
The complex is located within walking distance to many resteraunts and the water taxi stop is less than a block away. It was $20.00 plus tip for a cab to the airport and we did not need a car while we were there. WE walked around and did not miss a car.
We did not use the kitchen but if I had been there longer I would have taken a trip to the grocery store. Eveery store near by with food ect was very over priced and there really wasn't much more than a 7-11 close by.
I would stay here again. WE had entertainment very close. Howl at the Moon is in the lower part of the building. That is a lot of fun.
There is alot to do in the area and the beach is directly across the street. There is alos shopping near by and again the water taxi will bring you anywhere. The only complaint is the entry thru the parking garge is dicey, as mentioned in previous posts, but not ahuge deal.
All employees at the Mariott we encounterd were great. WE were looking for a bar to see the Red Sox on opening day and one employee tracked us down 2 blocks away to let us know where we could watch the garme.
The resort is being renovated starting in May. The villa we stayed in was fine although I can see room for improvement in the common areas ect. We found nothing to complain about except the chlorine. The whole place was nice and clean. Great location!

I have been coming here once a year since BeachPlace opened in '97 or '98. My parents are owners. Last year this place was looking very worn and tattered. This year was worse.

I guess some people like it because they never saw it when it was great. BUT with the newer and fancier construction on the beachfront this place is becoming a bit of an eyesore.

We had an oceanfront 2 bedroom on the 8th floor. The appliances were worn, the bathrooms were worn (the sinks would not drain), the carpets were ok, the couch had places where it was sewn by hand back together.

I think the staff is so used to the complaints that they are just sucking it up until the rennovations begin in May.

Because of the great location and Marriott's usual attention to detail I have faith that BeachPlace will be in MUCH, MUCH better shape when I make my trip in March of 09!