W is for WOW! One or our very own Fort Lauderdale hotels ranked No.1 in a list of the 10 top trendiest hotels in the US. Guess which one?
Located at 401 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard we gotta admit that the W Hotel is very nice and beautifully designed both inside and out. We've only ever eaten and drank there at the wonderful outdoor bar but some friends recently rented a room there and all we can say is, well, WOW!
The list is published by Trip Advisor for their 2011 Travelers' Choice Awards.
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Showing posts with label Fort Lauderdale Hotels. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fort Lauderdale Hotels. Show all posts
Hotels in Fort Lauderdale
The best thing about hotels in Fort Lauderdale is that this town is a vacation destination which means that there is every category and every type of hotel imaginable. Whether you're looking for small motels, huge hotel/residence complexes, budget chains, family-friendly resorts or five star luxury, you'll find the perfect place to stay.
The first thing to think about when choosing a hotel is location. There are six major thoroughfares that run through the city (at least the touristy parts), across the canal bridges, and end at the beaches.
They are (from South to North): 17th St. Causeway, Las Olas Blvd, Sunrise Blvd, Oakland Park Blvd, Commercial Blvd and Atlantic Blvd.
There are clusters of hotels, restaurants and shops near each of these main streets both inland and at the coast.
The more expensive and better known hotels on Fort Lauderdale beach (which is usually where every body wants their hotel to be located) are on the A1A, also known as North Ocean Blvd, and are located between Las Olas and Sunrise. You'll find the Ritz Carlton, W Hotel, and the Hilton (among others) here. From there, the further North you go along the coast, the more affordable the hotel—that is not to say that they are cheap—they are just likely to be less expensive than the ones south of them.
While there are a few hotels directly on the sand, the majority of the beach hotels are located just across the street on the A1A/North Ocean Drive so you still get to hear and see the ocean from your hotel room.
Most of the more modest hotels are located inland (West of the canal and bridges), however there are many smaller hotels and motels located near the beach (within a block or so) that can be quite reasonable.
Because there's been a tremendous amount of development in this town over the last decade competition is pretty fierce and deals can be found.
When deciding on hotels in Fort Lauderdale here are some things to consider…
The first thing is location. Are you renting a car? If not, then you likely want to be within walking distance of the beach, restaurants and shops so that you don't need to hop in a taxi every time you want to go somewhere.
The next is price. If you're on a tight budget, think about coming down here in mid- or low-season when most hotels are offering super specials on their room rates. Like most resort cities there is a high and low season and occupancy charges are in line with the seasons and can vary quite dramatically.
If that doesn't work for you, consider saving some money by seeking out hotels farther away from the beach. The good news is that Fort Lauderdale is long and narrow so no matter where you end up the beach won't be very far away.
Finally, what amenities are you looking for?
Is this a business trip? If so, make sure you have all the facilities that you need on-site like a business center or meeting rooms.
Is this a family vacation? If so, check out the hotels for family-friendly policies and specials, and make sure that it has the amenities to keep your little rascals occupied. Although more expensive, any of the hotels on Fort Lauderdale beach are perfect for families because the kids always have a giant sandbox to play in directly across the street if the hotel's pool area leaves them feeling restless.
Are you single and looking to party? Then you need to make sure that you're near some of the hot-spots near Las Olas so that you can stumble back to your hotel on foot after having one too many cocktails at one of the many Fort Lauderdale clubs and watering holes.
The best way to find a hotel in any city is to ask a local, and as "locals" we are often asked about hotels in Fort Lauderdale by friends and relatives looking for a good deal, better value, or a specific type of location. I know that if I was coming to your town, I'd ask you where to stay and probably find some hidden gem. So check back often to see our latest recommendations.
What you'll find when looking for hotels in Fort Lauderdale Florida is lots of choices and often terrific deals if you know where to look and how to find them.
Or go to the Fort Lauderdale Tips Home Page
They are (from South to North): 17th St. Causeway, Las Olas Blvd, Sunrise Blvd, Oakland Park Blvd, Commercial Blvd and Atlantic Blvd.
There are clusters of hotels, restaurants and shops near each of these main streets both inland and at the coast.
The more expensive and better known hotels on Fort Lauderdale beach (which is usually where every body wants their hotel to be located) are on the A1A, also known as North Ocean Blvd, and are located between Las Olas and Sunrise. You'll find the Ritz Carlton, W Hotel, and the Hilton (among others) here. From there, the further North you go along the coast, the more affordable the hotel—that is not to say that they are cheap—they are just likely to be less expensive than the ones south of them.
While there are a few hotels directly on the sand, the majority of the beach hotels are located just across the street on the A1A/North Ocean Drive so you still get to hear and see the ocean from your hotel room.
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| Ritz Carlton Entrance at Fort Lauderdale Beach |
Because there's been a tremendous amount of development in this town over the last decade competition is pretty fierce and deals can be found.
When deciding on hotels in Fort Lauderdale here are some things to consider…
The first thing is location. Are you renting a car? If not, then you likely want to be within walking distance of the beach, restaurants and shops so that you don't need to hop in a taxi every time you want to go somewhere.
The next is price. If you're on a tight budget, think about coming down here in mid- or low-season when most hotels are offering super specials on their room rates. Like most resort cities there is a high and low season and occupancy charges are in line with the seasons and can vary quite dramatically.
If that doesn't work for you, consider saving some money by seeking out hotels farther away from the beach. The good news is that Fort Lauderdale is long and narrow so no matter where you end up the beach won't be very far away.
Finally, what amenities are you looking for?
Is this a business trip? If so, make sure you have all the facilities that you need on-site like a business center or meeting rooms.
Is this a family vacation? If so, check out the hotels for family-friendly policies and specials, and make sure that it has the amenities to keep your little rascals occupied. Although more expensive, any of the hotels on Fort Lauderdale beach are perfect for families because the kids always have a giant sandbox to play in directly across the street if the hotel's pool area leaves them feeling restless.
Are you single and looking to party? Then you need to make sure that you're near some of the hot-spots near Las Olas so that you can stumble back to your hotel on foot after having one too many cocktails at one of the many Fort Lauderdale clubs and watering holes.
The best way to find a hotel in any city is to ask a local, and as "locals" we are often asked about hotels in Fort Lauderdale by friends and relatives looking for a good deal, better value, or a specific type of location. I know that if I was coming to your town, I'd ask you where to stay and probably find some hidden gem. So check back often to see our latest recommendations.
What you'll find when looking for hotels in Fort Lauderdale Florida is lots of choices and often terrific deals if you know where to look and how to find them.
Or go to the Fort Lauderdale Tips Home Page
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