Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches

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Hotel exterior
City Lights Room
Lobby
O2K Lounge
The Emporium
Decking
Seaside Suite
Seaside Suite
Beachfront
Seaside Suite
Bathroom
Seaside Suite
Bar exterior
Ocean 2000
Spa
Hotel exterior
Pool
Oceanview King Room
Oceanview 2 Queen
Lobby
Lobby
Beach
Lazy River and pool
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Hotel exterior
City Lights Room
Lobby
O2K Lounge
The Emporium
Decking
Seaside Suite
Seaside Suite
Beachfront
Seaside Suite
Bathroom
Seaside Suite
Bar exterior
Ocean 2000
Spa
Hotel exterior
Pool
Oceanview King Room
Oceanview 2 Queen
Lobby
Lobby
Beach
Lazy River and pool

The hotel

Set on the sands in Fort Lauderdale, the Pelican Grand Beach Resort is a perfect paradise. You can spend your days on the white-sand beach, floating around in the lazy river and zero-entry pool, and tasting the delicious seafood and ice creams. Your room has been decorated with the ocean in mind, and is a real retreat for you to return to. And when the evenings roll in, you can take a moment, and sit on one of the rocking chairs overlooking the beach with the soothing sound of the ocean waves rolling in the background.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Directly on Fort Lauderdale Beach, overlooking a 500ft stretch of private beach. 3.5 miles from the dining and nightlife on Las Olas Boulevard. Transfer time from Miami International Airport: 45 minutes.

Hotel information

156 rooms. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, alarm/clock radio, safe, iron and ironing board. 

City Lights Rooms are 480 sq ft and have views of Fort Lauderdale, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Ocean View Rooms are 510 sq ft and have views of the Atlantic Ocean, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Seaside Suites are 632 sq ft and have a private balcony with views panoramic ocean views, a separate living room with loveseat sofa bed, and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 3 adults and 2 children.

Superior Seaside Suites are as above, but are located on floors 9-11 with unbeatable ocean views, an enhanced beach experience including reserved lounge chairs, towels, umbrella and bottled water, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 3 adults and 2 children.

Valet parking $48 plus tax, per day (payable locally, subject to change). Bus stop outside the hotel for no.11 buses, taking you up Ocean Boulevard to other Fort Lauderdale beaches.

Ocean 2000 (waterfront restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch). O2K Lounge (poolside cocktail lounge, also serving light lunches and dinners). The Emporium (ice cream parlour and coffee shop). Room service*.

Daily events calendar featuring live music, cocktail-themed parties, happy hours, and pool and beachside activities.

Zero-entry swimming pool. Lazy river. Oceanfront fitness centre. PURE Spa* (full service spa). Private beach with complimentary chairs, beach towels and umbrellas. Paddle boarding*. Seabob rental*. Funky Fish Ocean Camp for kids*. Water sports rentals nearby*. 

Complimentary WiFi. Concierge. 24-hour front desk.

Resort Fee Waived: For all Virgin Holidays customers saving $52 plus tax per room per day.

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities: Concierge and Business Center services available - Access to Fitness Center - Assorted beach games & activities available - Lounge chairs, towels, and umbrellas for Pool & Beach - 2 complimentary bottles of water upon arrival - Robes & slippers available upon request - Preferred Pricing for Beach Adventures, and Water Taxi (1 Complimentary Ticket per stay) - 20% off the purchase of the plush Pelican mascot - Priority Reservations at OCEAN2000 restaurant, PURE Spa, and Funky Fish Ocean Camp. *Based on availability - Complimentary evening transportation to local shops and restaurants. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change. Please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival. 

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful hotel/ location maybe better service needed

Jun 10, 2025 joeboo33

beautiful location hotel clean staff was friendly Beach service was A++ Service at pool was very slow no seats available saturday at the pool at all day(maybe to many day passes?) sunday got seats really no food or drink service again too crowded only 1 pool drink attendant asked to have birthday flowers in room for check in. not… Read more
beautiful location hotel clean staff was friendly Beach service was A++ Service at pool was very slow no seats available saturday at the pool at all day(maybe to many day passes?) sunday got seats really no food or drink service again too crowded only 1 pool drink attendant asked to have birthday flowers in room for check in. not completed arrived 1 hour after we were in the room we weren't able to check in until 4pm (flowers arrived at hotel 9am) Read less
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Jun 9, 2025 morellak2020 Dallas, Texas

Wonderful wedding by the beach, perfect weather and miles of sandy beach to walk. We loved staying at the hotel. Our suite was on the 9th floor, and we enjoyed hearing the ocean at night, and watching the sunrise in the morning. The staff was very friendly in general, and I loved hearing different languages and Spanish accents spoken. We have… Read more
Wonderful wedding by the beach, perfect weather and miles of sandy beach to walk. We loved staying at the hotel. Our suite was on the 9th floor, and we enjoyed hearing the ocean at night, and watching the sunrise in the morning. The staff was very friendly in general, and I loved hearing different languages and Spanish accents spoken. We have great memories of the 4 days we spent at the Pelican Grand Beach Resort. Read less
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Jun 8, 2025 Marcos m

Matthew, our waiter at Ocean 2000 in the Pelican Grand, made our dining experience truly exceptional. He went above and beyond to take care of us and thoughtfully catered to the kids. We highly recommend asking for Matthew—his attentive service made all the difference
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Jun 8, 2025 Grace L

My parents and I went to Ocean 2000 for dinner. The food was delicious. We don’t typically opt for a more unique culinary experience, but I am glad we did. Our server Tony was phenomenal. He was prompt, able to provide information and recommendations and did everything with a smile. If you’re in the area or on the fence, come. If you get a chance… Read more
My parents and I went to Ocean 2000 for dinner. The food was delicious. We don’t typically opt for a more unique culinary experience, but I am glad we did. Our server Tony was phenomenal. He was prompt, able to provide information and recommendations and did everything with a smile. If you’re in the area or on the fence, come. If you get a chance to have Tony as your server your experience will be even more memorable. Read less
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Jun 8, 2025 Rachel R

Matthew was wonderful at Ocean 2000! So very attentive and accommodating. He had great drink recommendations for my husband and I who were spending the evening with eachother. Highly recommend him at the resorts ocean side restaurant!!!