The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale  

On Fort Lauderdale’s beachfront, steps from Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach and minutes from Las Olas Boulevard. Close to Sawgrass Recreation Park, Grande Oaks Golf Club and downtown sights like the Broward Center and Museum of Science and Discovery. A pet-friendly, family-friendly beachfront luxury hotel that puts sand and city within easy reach.

Effortless, nautical-chic vibes channeling Fort Lauderdale’s Forties-era flair. The hotel has 192 rooms with private furnished balconies, pillowtop beds with down comforters, minibars and flat-screen TVs. Expect deep soaking tubs, plush robes and an ocean-inspired spa—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and modern, coastal design throughout.

Full-service ocean-inspired spa with massages, body treatments and facials; outdoor pool, sauna and steam bath; 24-hour fitness center and poolside bar. Concierge, valet parking, babysitting (surcharge) and a kids’ playroom keep things easy for families. Catch the surf sounds from the terrace and unwind with poolside service or a cocktail at the bar/lounge.

24-hour business center, conference space and a dozen meeting rooms for events. Wi‑Fi and high-speed internet access plus business services make this a solid pick for meetings by the beach.

On-site Burlock Coast and the Poolside Cafe serve coastal-inspired dishes and casual bites. There’s also a coffee shop/cafe, poolside bar and 24-hour room service; continental breakfast is available daily.