The Tel 324 Roosevelt Street, Hollywood, FL 33019

"Pros: 40 steps from beach Cons: no lights on outside of building so check in when it's light or it's super creepy. 25 stairs that are STEEP AF just to get to room! I would have never stayed had one known I had to pull my luggage this steep stairs...and then back down. Found blonde hairs on the nicely folded wash cloths and I do not have blonde hair. The floor was filthy....like it hadn't been swept in 2 months. Weird closet....like a 2' x 10' that took up half the room that no one probably uses. Don't get me started on the shower....tried to get too fancy and was a bust. Super tiny room and no where to sit but one chair that takes up most of the room."

"Quirky to bad... But in a good spot and could improve markedly by cleaning up some loose ends and refining a couple things. First and foremost... The beds... Mattress is decent, but on what forsaken planet are these box springs or coverings from? They are loud behind belief. I legitimately didn't think beds could be so loud just by sitting or simply rolling over on the bed, no matter how gently. I'm fairly sure most people who go to a hotel are interested in a good night's sleep, which typically necessitates quiet. Even earplugs didn't help it was so loud. Little details otherwise add up to a mediocre experience. Master bedside lamp not plugged in, no outlet nearby to reach. Couldn't find bedding for futon and called customer service number to get some. Said they would ask housekeeping (who were on site at the time literally on the other side of a door from us). 2+ hours later still nothing. Called back and then told to look in the ottoman under the TV where we found the stuff. Now... We had opened all cabinets and obvious potential storage spots looking before we contacted the hotel. There was no telling this was a storage ottoman. Put a little placard on the futon saying "bedding located in bla bla bla". Living room TV is set up differently than master TV and for the life of us we couldn't configure live TV in the living room despite trying to copy master TV. Remotes didn't work to change channel at all, but somehow could change input... So strange. Consider a mini guide on how to operate. We had no idea the hotel would supply beach chairs and towels. Very kind, but we ended up spending money with another service to rent beach chairs and equipment when we didn't need to. The ceiling fixtures are fascinating but are brighter than the sun and have no dimmer! Freaking hurt our eyes when we turned it on the first time. Speaking of light... need some better black out curtains around the place, especially ANY curtains in over the sink where a mega floodlight from a nearby building bathes the kitchen in a heavy glow which spills over into where the futon is. Speaking of futon... good lord that thing is uncomfortable. Trying to sit on it to watch some TV was a painful experience. I don't think it provided a comfy sleep either. An actual, mattress-based futon would be more comfortable and still properly boutique-ey. It's a boutique place... I get that means quirks... but if the beds don't provide a quiet, good night's sleep, it turns the whole thing sour."

"Of all the vacations I've taken, staying at The Tel is by far my most memorable. Private access, quiet, clean, and out of the way. You truly would not know this place existed unless you've done research, which is just the way I like it. Modern amenities, ample space for an extended stay and private off-street parking allow for a safe and secure feeling. I want to tell my friends, but I don't at the same time because I'd like it to feel exclusive at my next stay. Thank you for having me."

"Our stay at The Tel was exceptional. The contemporary interior design added a touch of elegance to our beachside experience. Its close proximity to Hollywood beach made it a breeze to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf. Ideal for those looking for a stylish and convenient getaway."

"When we arrived at The Tel, we didn't think that it looked that great from the outside. However, entering our Suite 101 on the first floor, we were pleasantly surprised. The two bedroom, two bathroom suite was beautifully upgraded to a modern theme. The place was spotless and very well kept. We had a fully operating kitchen (which we used in the mornings and afternoons). The living room was open to the kitchen and was very light and bright. Some of the recommendation that I would make is that the sofa in the living room should be replaced as it wasn't comfortable to sit on because you could feel the springs in it. Also one of the beds in the room that had two beds, could use a mattress topper to make it more comfortable. The bathrooms could use hooks to hang up toiletrie bags. Also, it would have been nice to have a toaster in the kitchen. All these things are just miner issues that could be addressed. The Tel is located on a side street that is a two minute walk to the ocean. Very convenient. We were also given an umbrella and chairs to take with us to the beach. If you are looking to have a lovely vacation stay, I would highly recommend this boutique hotel."