Beach Hotels in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale beach resorts

Travelers who'd prefer to stay within minutes of the water at all times will discover just what they're looking for in Fort Lauderdale. From adventure-filled days to romantic walks along the shoreline, the possibilities are endless. Recharge those batteries at one of the area's most inviting beach hotels.

Listen to the soothing sounds of the waves and enjoy the feeling of the cool water rolling over your feet. All this can be experienced at your own private beach in Fort Lauderdale when you check in to:

• Oceans Beach Resort (2 stars)
• Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton (4 stars)
• Embassy Suites Deerfield Beach - Resort & Spa (3 stars)

Luxury beach resorts and spas exist for one reason — total relaxation. If you're ready to turn off the world and treat yourself to magnificent seafront views, massages and sunset cocktails, give some serious thought to a fancy retreat in Fort Lauderdale:

• The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale (5 stars): Take your getaway to a whole new level at this upmarket resort. Pool umbrellas and beach towels are two of the fine amenities you can look forward to.
• The Pillars Hotel (4 stars): If you're in the mood to sample some of the finer things in life, this is the ideal place for you. During your stay, you can take advantage of concierge services and a bar.

There's tons of fun to be had in Fort Lauderdale. See what delicate treasures you can find strewn along the shore, build a gigantic sandcastle or play a game of volleyball on the sand. If aquatic adventures are more your kind of thing, pull on a snorkel and mask and discover the amazing wonders of the ocean.

If you can't wait to brush the sand off your body and try something a little different at the beach, Fort Lauderdale has plenty of terrific experiences to check out. Here are some of the best:

• Fort Lauderdale Beach Bike Tour
• Hollywood Groove Cruise
• Segway Tour of Deerfield Beach
• Miami Power Boat Tour includes Paddle boarding