marriott’s oceana palms

Marriott Oceana Palms view

With the weather so cold and snowy around the country, I figured most of you could use a little respite. So today I’m taking you back to Riviera Beach, Florida to the Marriott’s Oceana Palms, where I stayed a few months ago, thanks toΒ Marriott Vacation Club.

Just take a minute to enjoy that view — which, by the way, was the view from the private balcony of my villa. Imagine you can feel the sun warming your face and breathe in the salt water of the ocean.

Ahhh …

Don’t you feel better already?

Marriott Oceana Palms is a prime example of the type of accommodations you can expect from Marriott Vacation Club, and they’re not exaggerating when they bill themselves as “A vacation home that feels like home.” I could have happily moved in.

I mean, look at this big, bright living/dining area. It’s got a 40″ flatscreen TV plus DVD (and there are TVs in each of the bedrooms, too), complimentary wifi and a washer and dryer conveniently tucked away in a closet.

Marriott Oceana Palms living room

Each two bedroom, two bath villa sleeps eight, making it perfect for families of all ages. I showed you the kitchen and second bedroom in my last post but take a look at the comfy master bedroom.

Marriott Oceana Palms master bedroom

And the spacious master bath features an oversize shower with dual showerheads!

Marriott Oceana Palms master bath

But, because you really shouldn’t spend your whole stay in your villa, no matter how tempting that idea may be, let me show you some other features of the hotel. There’s a fitness center, a kids activity center and The MarketPlace, where you can pick up necessities like snacks, rotisserie chicken and ice cream.

Marriott Oceana Palms kids room

There’s also a great outdoor area with a climbing wall and a lifesize chess set.

Marriott Oceana Palms chess board

Let’s not forget that this is Florida, though, which means beach! And Marriott’s Oceana Palms has a gorgeous one, as you saw above.

Marriott Oceana Palms beach shack

Of course, there’s also this:

Marriott Vacation Club pool

In case you’re still not ready to book your flight, here’s something that just may seal the deal:

Marriott Oceana Palms turtle protection

You see, the hotel is on a protected site for sea turtle nesting. The turtles use the moonlight to guide them to the sea, and artificial light can confuse them and disturb the process. So, as part of the hotel’s conservation program, they dim the lights in the evening and put special shading on all their windows. How awesome is that?! If you’re really lucky, you may even catch the turtles hatching.

Tomorrow, I’ll show you more of the area but, meanwhile, let’s just sit back and watch the tide roll in …

Marriott Oceana Palms ocean

52 thoughts on “marriott’s oceana palms

  1. Living in Kansas (the geographical center of the continental US) puts me as far away as possible from a coast. And I grew up in OC in biking distance of Long Beach, Seal Beach. So these are mighty purdy pics to this landlocked gal sitting in February weather! Thanks for the mini-vacation.

  2. We are getting ANOTHER foot of snow today, so you have no idea how much I wish I was there right now.

  3. Looks like HEAVEN from where I sit in snowy Philadelphia. Dreamed about stepping right into those lovely photos. Clicked the link, too, to bring me just a bit closer to a lovely vacation, if only in my dreams. Looking forward to your next post.

  4. I don’t live where the weather is cold, and this sounds good to me. Will look into the Marriott Vacation Club to see what it offers. You’ve made it very appealing.

  5. I love it when there are huge showers with double heads – but more importantly – did it have good water pressure? There is nothing worse than a huge shower and just a drip coming through! Looks like a fabulous property!

  6. I want to go. Like right now! HA! What a fabulous hotel. I will definitely be bookmarking this for a great vacation spot.

  7. Riviera Beach looks beautiful. And Marriott Oceana Palms sounds like a great accommodation with wonderful features. It is always a great feeling to feel home somewhere other than home. I love how they dim the lights in the evening, that should be fabulous for sure.

  8. This looks wonderful! It’s not that cold where I live but would love to get away to the beach. I’ve never been to Riviera Beach, FL so I’m adding it to my travel list.

  9. I would give anything to be in Florida right now, and this place looks gorgeous. I’m putting it on my wish list!

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