Brief Summary
This video compares Marriott's Oceana Palms and Marriott's Ocean Point, two timeshare resorts in the West Palm Beach area, across seven categories: pools, activities, beach, villas, views, resort feel, and parking. The analysis includes a point system to determine a winner in each category, ultimately providing viewers with insights to help them choose the resort that best suits their needs. The video concludes by recommending Ocean Point for families with young children due to its extensive activities and pool areas, while suggesting Oceana Palms is better suited for couples or older families seeking a quieter, more boutique-style atmosphere.
- Ocean Point excels in pool amenities and activities, making it ideal for families.
- Oceana Palms boasts superior beach access, villa quality, and views, appealing to couples and those seeking a more luxurious experience.
- Parking is a mixed bag at both resorts, resulting in a tie in that category.
Introduction
The video introduces a comparison between Marriott's Oceana Palms and Marriott's Ocean Point, two popular timeshare resorts near West Palm Beach. The host outlines seven categories for comparison: pools, activities, beach, villas, views, parking, and overall resort feel. The goal is to help viewers decide which resort is better suited for their vacation needs.
Compare the Pools
Marriott's Ocean Point features four large pools with ample space for guests, ensuring plenty of sun exposure throughout the day. In contrast, Oceana Palms has two smaller pools, with a splash pad integrated into one of them. A significant drawback is that the pools at Oceana Palms are shaded for a good portion of the afternoon due to the building's shadow. Therefore, Ocean Point wins this category due to its superior pool facilities and sun exposure.
Compare the Activities
Ocean Point offers a wide range of activities, including foosball, ping pong, a large kids' splash pad separate from the pool area, and a mini-putt course, providing numerous entertainment options. Oceana Palms, located about a mile away, has fewer activities, including a small putting green, ping pong, foosball, and a small basketball area. Ocean Point wins this category due to its more extensive and varied activity offerings.
Compare the Beach
Oceana Palms boasts a fantastic, wide beach and provides free beach lounge chairs, with a small rental fee for umbrellas. It also features a hardened pathway for easier access, especially for those with mobility issues. Ocean Point's beach is narrower, and beach chairs are not free; they must be rented from a vendor at a considerable expense. Oceana Palms wins this category due to its superior beach and complimentary amenities.
Compare the Villas
The villas at Ocean Point are nice and spacious, but the balconies are less impressive compared to Oceana Palms. While the villas have been remodeled and are in good condition, the resort feels older. Oceana Palms offers truly magnificent, modern, and large villas with huge, fantastic balconies. Although Ocean Point has lock-off options for more flexibility in unit size, Oceana Palms wins this category due to the superior quality and modernity of its villas.
Compare the Views
Ocean Point primarily offers "oceanside" views, but the buildings are not very tall. Lower-floor villas may have views primarily of the parking lot or palm trees. In contrast, villas at Oceana Palms start on the seventh floor or higher, providing fantastic ocean views, especially from the oceanfront units. The ocean-view units on the north and south sides of Oceana Palms also offer great views. Oceana Palms wins this category due to its significantly better views.
Feel of the Resort
Ocean Point has the feel of a large, expansive timeshare resort with numerous activities and amenities, similar to other large timeshare properties. Oceana Palms offers a more boutique-style feel. While both resorts are beautiful and offer grills and activities, Ocean Point's expansive layout and numerous amenities give it a classic timeshare resort feel. Ocean Point wins this category, tying the score.
Compare the Parking
Ocean Point has both covered and uncovered parking, but finding a parking spot can be difficult, even during shoulder seasons. Oceana Palms offers mostly covered parking in a multi-level parking garage, which can be a bit of a nuisance to navigate. Both resorts have their drawbacks regarding parking. This category is considered a tie due to the parking challenges at both locations.
Which One is Best for You
Ocean Point is best suited for families with young children due to its family-friendly environment, numerous pools, activities, and spread-out layout. Oceana Palms is better for couples, older families, or those seeking a quieter, more boutique-style atmosphere. While Oceana Palms also has a kids' splash pad and activities, it is geared more towards adults.
What Are Your Thoughts?
The host encourages viewers to share their experiences and opinions about Marriott's Ocean Point and Oceana Palms in the comments.
Conclusion
The video concludes by reiterating that both Marriott's Ocean Point and Oceana Palms are excellent properties with their own pros and cons. The choice between the two depends on individual preferences and vacation needs.
