The Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches

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Burlock Coast
Burlock Coast
Burlock Coast
Oceanfront View King Room
Club Lounge
2 Bedroom Kitchen
King Room
Club Lounge
Burlock Coast
Burlock Coast
Burlock Coast
Oceanfront View King Room
Club Lounge
2 Bedroom Kitchen
King Room
Club Lounge

The hotel

Florida's first AAA Five Diamond hotel – need we say any more?! The Ritz-Carlton in Fort Lauderdale is glamorous yet unpretentious with it’s nautical design, comfy seating areas and relaxed ambience. Only the highway separates the hotel from the beachfront, but with a pedestrian bridge you’ll have your toes in the sand in minutes. Alternatively, plot up in a poolside cabana on the elevated deck looking over the Atlantic with it’s dedicated bar and food service at hand to meet your needs. With an expansive fitness centre overlooking the Intracoastal waterway and a spa that offers it’s own happy hour you can ensure your mind and body are well looked after. When it’s time to explore further afield, mainland Los Olas Boulevard is the place to go, just a short water taxi ride away, for which you’ll receive daily complimentary tickets from the hotel.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Golf
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Just across from the beach within walking distance of Las Olas Boulevard with its range of shops and restaurants. Driving time from Miami International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

All rooms have private balconies, bathrobes, hairdryer, in-room safe, WiFi (included in resort fee), 55inch LCD TV, complimentary morning newspaper and tea/coffee-making service,  with daily housekeeping.

Intracoastal View rooms are located on floors 7-14 and have a balcony overlooking the waterways, with 1 king-size bed and chaise lounge; sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Partial Ocean View rooms are located on floors 7-14 with a private balcony and either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds plus chaise lounge; sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Oceanfront View rooms are located on floors 7-14 with a private balcony and either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds plus chaise lounge; sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Oceanfront Suites are located on floors 7-14, and have a full balcony with direct views of the Atlantic Ocean. There is a living area with sleeper sofa, and a master bedroom with 1 king-size bed; sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Oceanfront One Bedroom Residential Suites are located on floors 15-17 and feature a full balcony with sea views, kitchenette with induction stove top, blender, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, living room with sleeper sofa and dining room. The bedroom has 1 king-size bed; sleeping maximum 3 adults.

The Ritz-Carlton residential suite has Full balcony with views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway as well as an extra spacious living area and dining room, fully equipped kitchenette and access to the club lounge included. The bedrooms has 1 king-size bed; sleeping maximum 3 adults.

2 bedroom residential suites have either intracoastal or oceanfront views, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus Kitchenette, dining room and living room with sleeper sofa.There are king-size beds in each bedroom; sleeping maximum 6 adults.

Club rooms include access to the Club Lounge; with exclusive amenities including complimentary culinary presentations throughout the day, private TV and computer station and a Club Concierge to assist with any requests.

Valet Parking: $59 overnight, plus tax (payable locally, subject to change). Complimentary water taxi pass included within resort fee.

Burlock Coast (Seafood restaurant set along the waterfront, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as weekend brunches). Poolside café (outdoor dining on the pool deck open from 11am-5pm daily). In-room dining available*.

Swimming pool with private cabanas*. Beach side towel and chair service. Spa*. Fitness centre. Exclusive privileges at members-only Grande Oaks Golf Course. Bike rental. Pool table*.

Laundry service*. Business centre. Concirge service. Boutique store.

The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale assesses a $48 daily resort fee per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Fee includes: Two beach chairs and one beach umbrella per day – Two bottles of Ritz-Carlton water, per day at the beach or pool – Two signature resort cocktails, per day at Burlock Coast – One hour fitness class, per day – Enhanced in-room guest WiFi – Two, four hour bike rentals – Two water taxi passes, per day. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: minimum check-in age is 21

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Don’t book here unless you want to fight over incorrect reservations and billing!

Aug 19, 2025 Quest16208153877 Warren, Michigan

As soon as I checked in, I was told that they gave me a free upgraded room. The better room was a partial ocean view. What confused me was I was already in a king full ocean view. They didn’t believe me so I had to pull out my reservation to show them that I had, indeed, booked a full ocean-view king. The bathroom in the room as nice, the room… Read more
As soon as I checked in, I was told that they gave me a free upgraded room. The better room was a partial ocean view. What confused me was I was already in a king full ocean view. They didn’t believe me so I had to pull out my reservation to show them that I had, indeed, booked a full ocean-view king. The bathroom in the room as nice, the room itself was outdated and the small balcony for my “full” ocean view had peeling paint and only a view to the east and south. The north was totally blocked by part of the hotel…so it wasn’t a full ocean view as described! Then we wanted to go to the beach. When we tried to go via the road overpass from the pool deck, we found out that the overpass was not available. No sign was posted to inform anyone except an out-of-order sign in front of the elevator. To seal the deal, when I arrived to my cruise ship and reviewed my final bill, I found that I was charged THREE times for parking! WHAT?!? I flew in! However, my brother did charge his parking to my room…but for one car (because that’s all he can drive at one time)! The person who answered the phone kept asking me if I was sure I didn’t park three cars there for the evening!! Breakfast at the restaurant was super-expensive for eggs and bacon! Save your money and walk the 3 blocks north to Starbucks and grab a breakfast sandwich for $5! All-in-all, a very disappointing stay! I booked here because the Ritz was one of my bucket-list hotels. It is now permanently crossed off that list as I will never consider staying at another one! Do yourself a favor; fly into Miami, stay at the InterContinental and Uber to Port Everglades! Much nicer hotel and you’ll even save money! Read less
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Aug 17, 2025 srh_dc Washington DC, District of Columbia

For what I would expect is a high quality hotel I am pretty surprised about how poorly the hotel is kept up and generally how lazy the housekeeping staff is. It was apparent that housekeeping hadn’t properly cleaned the room upon check-in - the toilet had toilet paper in it, the bath did not drain (it is also the shower so clearly they hadn’t run… Read more
For what I would expect is a high quality hotel I am pretty surprised about how poorly the hotel is kept up and generally how lazy the housekeeping staff is. It was apparent that housekeeping hadn’t properly cleaned the room upon check-in - the toilet had toilet paper in it, the bath did not drain (it is also the shower so clearly they hadn’t run any water or they would know that). I found the razor cap on the side of the bathtub and the lamp/mirror in the bathroom was covered in rust. All in all, really disgusting. I spoke to the manager because the housekeeper who cleaned the room the following day left one hand towel and no bathmats. With a young child the last thing I wanted was for her to slip on the marble and get hurt. He was very apologetic and said it would be addressed asap. I came to the room 3 hours later to find that the bathmats had been brought but no hand towels. I don’t know if they were running low at the hotel but very annoying that it required multiple requests to get something so simple. Read less
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Aug 1, 2025 sepidehe2022 St. Petersburg, Florida

The worst experience as the AC broke down within the first hour and instead of switching us out they tried to fix it which apparently was not fixable. The worst is that they charged us for this torturous experience as we are in middle of historic heatwave and not to furnish a room with AC is unconscionable. Motel would beat this hotel. Horrible… Read more
The worst experience as the AC broke down within the first hour and instead of switching us out they tried to fix it which apparently was not fixable. The worst is that they charged us for this torturous experience as we are in middle of historic heatwave and not to furnish a room with AC is unconscionable. Motel would beat this hotel. Horrible hotel and I will never refer anyone to stay there. Shameful Read less
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Jul 29, 2025 Tallinnparis United States

Very overpriced hotel for the service . They add on so many extra fees without you being aware. The bill you receive when you check out is very different than what you have been charged so many hidden fees. They only have one restaurant bar and and pool grill. The staff is very bratty they look at their tips 10$ tip is not good enough for them… Read more
Very overpriced hotel for the service . They add on so many extra fees without you being aware. The bill you receive when you check out is very different than what you have been charged so many hidden fees. They only have one restaurant bar and and pool grill. The staff is very bratty they look at their tips 10$ tip is not good enough for them when you valet your car .. Read less
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Jul 20, 2025 jerudh

My wife and I spent our anniversary vacation at this hotel for the second time. Excellent location on Fort Lauderdale Beach. The staff is excellent, especially when you’re lounging at the pool near the cafe having drinks and taking it easy. I’d like to especially thank Reuben, Leslie, and Jimmy for making our trip even more enjoyable. Thank you!