The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale brings casual luxury to Florida’s Gold Coast as the city’s first AAA Five Diamond beachfront resort. Perfectly positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and the picturesque canals of the Intracoastal Waterway - known as the “Venice of America” - the resort is just four miles from Port Everglades Cruise Terminal and seven miles from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

Guests are welcomed into 193 elegantly appointed accommodations with private balconies, including 32 expansive one-, two-, and three-bedroom Residential Suites, featuring sweeping views of the ocean or Intracoastal. These residential-style retreats offer the comforts of home with the elevated service and ambiance of The Ritz-Carlton.

For those seeking an enhanced level of comfort and exclusivity, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge offers a refined “hotel within a hotel” experience. With five daily culinary presentations, personalized concierge service, and panoramic views, the Club Lounge is a serene space to relax, connect, or unwind.

Dining is a celebration of coastal flavor at Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits, the resort’s signature oceanfront restaurant inspired by Fort Lauderdale’s Prohibition Era, rumrunning past. Guests can enjoy locally sourced seafood and craft cocktails indoors or al fresco on the oceanfront patio, at communal tables, or in the private dining room. Adjacent to the restaurant, Marketplace at Burlock Coast offers artisanal grab-and-go fare, perfect for beach days or light bites between adventures.

The seventh-floor Sea La Vie Sundeck is a sun-drenched sanctuary featuring a tropical pool deck, oceanfront cabanas, and a restaurant with commanding views of the Atlantic. A convenient skywalk leads directly to the beach, inviting guests to explore the shoreline or simply bask in the sun.

Wellness is elevated at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, where ocean-inspired treatments, dry saunas, steam rooms, and a co-ed relaxation lounge create a tranquil escape. The 24-hour fitness center offers modern equipment and a variety of classes, from yoga to spinning.

Beyond the resort, guests can explore Fort Lauderdale’s vibrant shopping and cultural scene, including Las Olas Boulevard, Sawgrass Mills, and Galleria Mall, as well as nearby museums, theaters, and water activities.