Best places to stay in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is a quintessential Florida town with wide beaches, palm tree lined streets, extravagant shopping and dining. Also known as the “Venice of America,” the city boasts over 185 miles of navigable waterways and canals. It also hosts the annual International Boat Show that attracts thousands of yachting enthusiasts from across the globe. The city’s Port Everglades is one of the busiest cruise ship ports in the world. Where to stay in Fort Lauderdale depends on whether you wish to wake up to splendid beach and ocean views, or be close to lively streets lined with shopping, dining and entertainment.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas Boulevard

Downtown streets are filled with gleaming high-rises and a wide range of restaurants and boutiques, as well many of the popular sites and attractions. Stay in this area if you enjoy an urban setting with a tropical touch. Las Olas Boulevard stretches from the beach at A1A to the palm tree lined downtown area and is the heart and soul of Fort Lauderdale. The entire stretch is lined with hotels, shopping, dining, and a nightlife extravaganza. In the heart of downtown, check out the Hampton Inn Fort Lauderdale / Downtown Las Olas Area hotel, just blocks from the Las Olas Boulevard Riverfront and adjacent to the Historic District. On the lively Las Olas Boulevard, stay in tropical themed rooms and suites with skyline and river views at the Riverside Hotel. For a luxurious stay consider The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale that boasts spacious and elegant oceanfront rooms, a heated infinity pool, an ultra-luxe spa, and several other beachfront amenities.

East Fort Lauderdale

This is the picturesque beachfront neighborhood that most vacationers prefer. This area is home to several museums and parks, and offers beautiful beaches and stunning ocean views. You will find several luxury hotels in this part of the city. Steps away from the beach, check out the W Fort Lauderdale hotel set in 2 dramatic sailboat inspired designer towers. The hotel offers stylish, contemporary rooms with unparalleled ocean views, a glamorous rooftop pool, an award-winning steakhouse, a sushi bar, and a luxurious spa. Located near the International Swimming Hall of Fame, you have the Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. This 44-acre resort is just a 7-minute drive from Downtown Fort Lauderdale and offers bright airy rooms and suites with courtyard, marina, or Atlantic Ocean views.

Hollywood and Dania Beach

Just south of Fort Lauderdale are smaller towns such as Hollywood and Dania. Hollywood boasts a variety of entertainment venues, shops and restaurants. Dania’s main attraction is streets lined with antique and collectibles shops. The town also has several quaint restaurants and sports venues as well as the Dania Beach Pier. Both towns feature gorgeous beaches, including the Hollywood North Beach Park, where you can often find sea turtles. In the charming town of Dania, stay in Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport – Cruise Port hotel which offers stylish, modern guest rooms and a host of on-site amenities. In the heart of downtown Hollywood Florida, stay at the Beach & Town Motel, boasting the town’s largest swimming pool and simple traditional pool-facing rooms. The hotel is located just a 5-minute walk to the shopping, dining and entertainment in Young Circle and a 5-minute drive to Hollywood Beach.

Cheap hotels in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is an expensive destination with mostly glitzy, high-end hotels. However, the city also offers affordable hotels that will not stretch your wallet. Set in a gleaming white and pastel yellow building you have the Premiere Hotel Fort Lauderdale offering a traditional Florida vacation just steps from the beach. For an inviting family friendly atmosphere, consider the Bridge at Cordova Hotel with comfortable rooms and suites and several complimentary extras. Just a 3-minute walk from Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, check out the Bahia Cabana Beach Resort, a simple waterfront hotel with brightly decorated and well-equipped guest rooms.