The 5 Best Hotels in Fort Lauderdale for Families

For a city beach break Fort Lauderdale is a very appealing choice. Beautiful swathes of white sand beach, plenty of watersports options and a dizzying array of eateries. The convenience of having so many options at hand means this is a great choice for a family holiday. Better yet, there is an excellent selection of hotels that cater to those travelling with children. Our hotel experts have compiled a list of the best hotels in Fort Lauderdale for families. Whether you prefer a resort with the options of on-site dining, kids clubs, and activities or you would rather a self-catering stay - there is something for everyone here. So why not browse through our list to start planning your next break?

For great value

Plunge Beach Resort is a retro-chic stay set right on the sands. A large pool and laid-back seafood restaurant make this a great choice for families - as does the very attractive price tag, spacious rooms and superb facilities.

For a resort

B Ocean Front Fort Lauderdale is a luxury resort set on a private stretch of beach. With endless activities from watersports to 'mermaid shows' (performed at the bar so both parents and children will be happy!). A great choice for a family beach holiday.
Marriott Harbour Beach is a family-orientated luxury resort on a private and rare quarter of a mile of beautiful Fort Lauderdale beach. With spacious suites, a host of family-orientated water activities, great children's menus, and a fantastic kids club - families couldn't be better catered for.
Pelican Grand Beach Resort is another beachfront luxury resort jam-packed with activity options to keep the whole family busy. From its very own tubing pool to a wide range of watersports - you'll be spoilt for choice here. Meanwhile, parents can unwind in the spoiling spa.

For self-catering

High Noon Beach Resort is a charming beachfront family-run hotel offering spacious self-contained apartments. Complete with a large pool and BBQ facilities on the beach - this is perfect for families who prefer to be a little self sufficient.

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The 5 Best Hotels in Fort Lauderdale for Families

Plunge Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale (Florida)

A charmingly converted motel that has a real Floridian feel - a little bit retro and all about the beach. Spacious rooms feature pastel-coloured hues, french doors leading onto private terraces, and ocean-inspired artworks. Complete with a seafood restaurant, large pool, and an attractive price tag.

Beach Life - Set right on the beach in laid back Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, the perfect relaxed beach break
Families - With spacious rooms and numerous facilities, this is a great choice for a family holiday
Swimming Pool - Outdoor pool
Sea Views

from AU$178 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale (Florida)

A has-it-all resort set on its own private beach in Fort Lauderdale. Spacious rooms have a coastal feel with wicker chairs, palm-print fabrics and private terraces overlooking the ocean. From the spa to the tubing river pool, this is a 'drop your bags and unwind' sort of place.

Beach Life - Boasting its own stretch of white sand beach - this is the perfect summer getaway
Families - With activities to suit all, this is the perfect choice for a family getaway
Spa - Pure Spa is a rooftop boutique spa where Swedish well being is the name of the game
Restaurant - Ocean 2000 offers sophisticated oceanfront dining

from AU$457 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

B Ocean Front Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale (Florida)

Family-friendly luxury resort located right on an exclusive stretch of Fort Lauderdale beach. Natural light fills the room with cool blue palettes and modern glass showers. Enjoy a cocktail at the famous Wreck Bar whilst watching a living mermaid show. Delicious crab and seafood. Superb!

Beach Life - Enjoy paradise with exclusive access to a private stretch of gorgeous beach. Loungers are avaliable plus food and drink services
Families - Spacious rooms, ample facilities, private beach and a family-friendly mermaid show, makes for a fun family holiday
Sights nearby - Las Olas is very close to the resort and offers the best shopping, dining, cultural attractions, and more
Spa - Guests can customise their own spa package with treatments including therapeutic massages, hot stone therapy, and aromatherapy

from AU$240 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Marriott Harbour Beach

Fort Lauderdale (Florida )

Family-orientated luxury resort on a private and rare quarter of a mile of beautiful Fort Lauderdale beach- an aquatic paradise. Rooms lend laid-back tropical tranquillity with bathrooms which have generous walk-in showers. A casual seafood restaurant provides a glorious seafront location.

Families - Spacious suites, a host of family orientated water activites and great family-friendly menus. Plus there's a fantastic kids club
Local exploring - Enjoy the resorts perfect location for exploring the near the shops, dining and nightlife of Las Olas Boulevard
Active Holiday - From wave runners to boogie boards and catamarans to kayaks, this resort is perfect for adventure seekers
Beach Life - The resort is nestled along a quarter-mile stretch of pristine private beach

from AU$360 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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High Noon Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale (Florida)

A lovely family-run resort located right on the beachfront. Spacious self-contained rooms are decorated in a tropical style and feature kitchenettes. There are two outdoor pools and easy beach access with free loungers, towels and umbrellas. Perfect for a family beach getaway.

Families - Spacious self-contained apartments with kitchen and sitting room are great for families. BBQ facilities and obviously the beach!
Beach Life - Less than 100m away with free beach towels and sand chairs provided. Snorkel, sail, dive and so on- the perfect beach getaway
Diving - There are many local dive shops that can provide guests with diving opportunities such as Gold Coast Scuba and Deep Blue Divers
Fishing - Walk down the Anglin’s Fishing Pier and see locals attempting to catch fish

from AU$269 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

The 5 Best Hotels in Fort Lauderdale for Families

For great value

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For self-catering

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The 5 Best Hotels in Fort Lauderdale for Families

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