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1000 Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Property Type: Resort
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Reviews of Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort

( 4-8 of 170 )
“Great location for The Cove and KSC”

Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort

Oct 22, 2008

Our visit to KSC for a weekend was with another couple, no children. Despite the less than favorable reviews we read about this resort, we decided to book a weekend in a 2 BR 2 BA unit. It was built in 2004, so figured it was better than any of the other motel/hotels on the row. Called to get availability and price quote to share information with the other couple. We all agreed to book the unit since it was cost effective and less than two hotel rooms, so called again. This time I received even a lower quote. This was within 24 hours of the first call, so if you are interested in staying here be sure to call more than once...it may be in your favor!
We read how the pillows were bad, so we brought ours since we live in Florida and drove. But the pillows provided seemed to be fine. Also a review said bathroom tissue was limited, but we found many rolls in the bathroom. The bed linens and towels were OK...nothing fancy. They do not supply lotions or shampoo, only bar soap. The decor was Ron Jon beachy bright. We did stay in the main building but faced the side street. Maybe this unit (A1403) seemed in very good condition because it doesn't get much rental use. The kitchen was more than adequate with paper towels, sponges, etc. Do wish they had more fixed hangers in the closet. The A/C did not cool the master & bath as well as the rest of the unit. No plastic glassware available so bring with, if you can.
There was a noise factor to be considered. Could hear the sliding doors of other units and also the lanai plastic furniture being scraped along the lanai. Did not try the restaurants since reviews were terrible. The lazy river and water slide was fun. Unfortunately the spa was not up to temperature and when my husband notified the attendant, she could have not cared less. Nothing was done to improve the temp. But the staff is standing guard at the pool entrances to make sure you have the pool wristbands on!!!
Before the 10AM checkout time, housekeeping tried to enter twice to begin cleaning the unit. It's a mess leaving the resort at 10AM, everyone is leaving! Be sure to get a luggage cart in the room located just past the reception desk. No one told us they were available until we hauled everything to the elevator and a guest who exited had an empty one.
If you don't have to have the beach, stay in the main building. The pool and all other features are here. Otherwise you rely on a tram to transport you from beach building to pool, market, miniature golf, etc. Watched a guy with a bag of ice walking the road to the beach building. Not sure he made it back before melted, as it's about a mile between buildings.
Drove over to The Cove along the channel where the cruise ships depart for bar scene and dinner. It's very close. This is where it is happening! Also drove into Cocoa Beach and ate at Cocoanuts on the beach. View cannot be beat. Food came out fast and hot.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Able to make own breakfast and cocktails.
    • Disliked — Noisy.
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
SRQtravelqueen's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2008
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 50-64
Member since: July 30, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“Great pre-cruise hotel!!”

Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort

5 of 5 stars
Ottawa, Canada
Oct 17, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed here on September 26th for one night pre-cruise.

We are two adults and two kids 8 and 5 years old.

We arrived at about 12:30 in the afternoon and our 1 bedroom suite was ready for us to check-in to. We changed and enjoyed the entire afternoon at the waterpark. Kids had a great time and my wife went around the lazy river for hours. Lots of rules...sure, but they are all just common sense and didn't interfere in the least with our enjoyment. I'm not sure what it is that others seem to have issues with as far as the pool rules go.

The room was great. Clean, lots of light, two queen beds plus the pull-out couch which was comfortable.

We had an enjoyable dinner at the on-site restaurant that evening, prices weren't cheap but the food was worth it.

The beach is worth the walk and we caught the golf cart on the way back. Soft sand and good wave action. Easy walk over to t he pier to watch the cruise ships head out.

They also have an indoor playground and mini-putt course that we also took advantage of.

The staff were all friendly and helpful.

When the kids had to pack up the next morning to go on our cruise they wanted to stay at the resort because it was so much fun.

Will definitely be booking here again before our next cruise.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The water park was a blast!!
    • Disliked — Couldn't walk to any nearby restaurants for breakfast.
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
freezingmybuttoff's Summary
Date of Stay: September 2008
Traveled with: Family with young children
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: September 10, 2003
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Pet owners
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“Terrible”

Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort

Oct 14, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

We were suppose to stay for three days..we checked in and out the following day. We checked in at 4p and found out the lazy river, water slide and kid area little squirts were closed every day from 5p to 9a..whats up with that....Also you can only exchange a wet towel once in a day..were at a water park their going to get wet. The room smelled like mustard and was not nice...just tacky, but one nice thing was it had a washer and dryer. Well, after being completely disappointed my wife just wanted a creme soda from the little store...and guess what? no creme soda just over priced things people may have forgot...good luck

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“50 - 50”

Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort

Sep 29, 2008

The studio room was definitely small, there was a microwave, fridge and kitchenware, but no range. It seemed smaller than a hotel room. You can walk from the door to the king bed in about 4 - 5 steps. From the door to the end of the room (which is the closet) in about 9 steps max. From the bed to the sink in 2 steps. The bathroom was roomier. We went with our kids, 8 & 10. They had the sofa bed, and it was a pain to put away every day. When the sofa bed was pulled out, there was hardly any room to walk through. Did not like the window facing the walkway, and no other windows. There were 2 TVs but since the room was so small, you can hardly watch both TVs at the same time because of the volume of each TV competing with each other. If you wanted fresh towels, you needed to go to a specific area and exchange your towels. You can only do this once a day.

The pool was also average, there was one waterslide and a lazy river. The beach was nice and quiet, but from the main building you have to take a shuttle to get to the beach and then from the point the shuttle drops you off, you still had to walk about a 2 mins. to get to the beach. There were no signs to the beach, you get dropped off in front of a building and it's up to you to figure out how to get to the beach.

We went there and got it for very cheap, but if I had to pay full price for this resort, I would not go back.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Beach
    • Disliked — Room
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
SimplyaTraveler's Summary
Date of Stay: June 2008
Traveled with: Family with young children
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: September 29, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
Older travelers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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Management Response
rainbow89, General Manager
(Management representative)
Oct 3, 2008
Dear SimplyaTraveler,

Thank you for your response. I invite you to try our one or two bedroom villas during your next stay as these have up to 1,250 square feet of living space for your family. I am sorry you missed the beach directional sign located at the Ocean Front Building drop off area.

Launa Young
General Manager
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
“kids had a blast”

Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort

Sep 29, 2008

we got our room thru dreaded time share sales pitch. which i will say was worth it we got a beautiful 2 bdrm pool view room. reg room rates are over the top 395.00 per night, so needless to say i wont be going back unless they have a special. sale lady was ok but second one who needs a lesson in manners was the one who sealed the fate and made it so very easy to tell him NO DEAL !!! he was insulting ,made terribly rude comments about personal issues and for those comments he spouted out of his mouth without remorse we walked without purchasing a unit which we really wanted. there loss not mine.
kids had a great time but i think younger ones probably benefit more from activities - food was ok from restaurant

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — pool area-2 bdrm room-jacuzzi tub in room
    • Disliked — rowdy guests during the weekend-watching objects flying off balconies
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
dolphinsfan75's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Family with teenagers
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: September 29, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Theme / Amusement park
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