Popular as a party hotspot, yachting hub and buzzing Florida beach destination, Fort Lauderdale is a great pick for a coastal holiday with family and friends. Accommodation options range from simple beach hotels to expansive luxury resorts, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Many of the best places to stay in Fort Lauderdale are right on the beach, but we do have a few favourites tucked in the heart of the city — perfect for partygoers.
Amble along the palm-lined promenade for excellent people-watching, pick a perch at a bustling café or kick back on the city’s seven miles of sand. There’s great surfing and swimming, as well as basketball and beach volleyball nearby. Out on the water, you’ll find opportunities to sail, fish and kayak, or to enjoy fun day-long trips. Fort Lauderdale is also known for its many canals, and day cruises are an intriguing way to catch a glimpse of the impressive mansions and mega yachts which line their banks.
Port Everglades has become one of the world’s busiest cruise ports, so Fort Lauderdale is bursting with world-class boutiques, bars, restaurants and clubs. You’ll find plenty of action around the Las Olas Riverfront. For more culture and history, stroll from Stranahan House to the Broward Centre for the Performing Arts on the Riverwalk, or visit the NSU Art Museum. Bonnet House is very special, as is the beautiful Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Outdoorsy types will adore admiring the flora and fauna as they explore.
Whatever has drawn you to coastal Florida, you’ll find plenty of choice in our list of the best places to stay in Fort Lauderdale.
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