We stayed at the Ron Jon From Aug 7 to Aug 12 2008. My family had a fantastic time. I am a very fussy and picky traveler. We were already booked at another hotel when I read bad reviews on it and canceled it. I happened upon this through a friend and was very very pleased.
We attended with a 3, 9, and 11 year old . An awesome time was had by all - couldn't get them out of the pools, lazy river. The toddler adored the playroom and kiddie pools. The older girls loved the game room. Too much to do at the resort to fully explore and experience all the resort had to offer.
The rooms are VERY clean.Because I reserved so late we had to change rooms three times. From a one bedroom for two nights to a two bedroom/two baths for one night, back to a one bedroom. We got the pool view, the garden view and the ocean view- saw cruise ships pulling out. Loved the laundry machines in the room.
The beach was not as close as I would have preferred but we turned it into an adventure.
Staff was awesome especially at front desk, very helpful and kind. So was guest services. Got stuck in rainstorm, my family ran from the beach to the hotel, staff gave us all warm dry towels to dry off while we waited for the tram to take us back to our building.
Defintely will attend again. A little expensive but you get what you pay for. Totaly safe resort.
Rooms spacious, stayed the next week of our vacation in a disney resort hotel,was taken aback at how small the room was - we got used to the Ron Jon.
Defintely going back.
Josie Esposito and family, Montreal, Canada

I have stayed at many resorts in Florida over the past several years. Ron Jon's was one of the best I have stayed at. It was very clean and well orgainized. Everyone was so nice and very helpful. I would recommend this resort to all of my friends and family.

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.

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.