Riverside Hotel

Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches

Virgin rating

Executive Tower Balcony Room
Executive Tower Balcony Room
Preston's Wine and Martini Lounge
Lobby
Classic Room
Micro Room
Executive Tower Balcony Room
Executive Tower Balcony Room
Preston's Wine and Martini Lounge
Lobby
Classic Room
Micro Room

The hotel

Full of Old Florida charm, the Spanish tile floors and and overhead fans means that this classic hotel fits in well within the Cuban feel of Las Olas Boulevard. The road is the forefront of everything from restaurants to fashion boutiques, art galleries to bars - so it's a great alternative to the oceanfront hotels of Fort Lauderdale, and the beach is still only a 10 minute drive away! There's a wide variety of dining options available within the hotel too - with Wild Sea featuring an impressive raw bar and a creative seafood menu, all of which can be enjoyed whilst watching the yachts sail down the river. The Golden Lyon Pub and Preston's Wine and Martini Lounge both offer happy hours for a pre-dinner tipple too. If you're not planning to spend much time in your room, the Micro room offers value for money, but upgrading will give you more space to relax in for families. 

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Located on Las Olas Boulevard, in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, alongside the Tarpon River, just 10 minutes drive from the beach. 

Hotel information

231 rooms and suites across two towers, all with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, safe, mini fridge, TV, and bathroom amenities.

Micro Rooms are approximately 200 sq ft and are located in the original tower, with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people. 


Classic Rooms are approximately 325 sq ft and are located on floors 1-6 in the original tower, with either 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed, or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Executive Tower Standard Rooms are approximately 500 sq ft and are located on floors 9-12, with skyline and river views, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Executive Tower Balcony Rooms are the same as above, with the addition of a private balcony. 

New River Café and Bakery (offering grab and go, and eat-in options, with indoor and outdoor seating). Wild Sea Oyster Bar and Grille (serving fresh seafood and classic American cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch). Boathouse at the Riverside (relaxed waterfront dining, offering a selection of local and internationally inspired dishes, open for all day dining). Golden Lyon Vintage Pub (serving a wide range of drinks and classic dishes). Preston’s Wine and Martini Lounge (with daily happy hour, regular live music, and both indoor and outdoor seating). 

Outdoor swimming pool. Fitness centre. Sauna. Fitness classes*. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Concierge. 24-hour front desk. Gift shop. Self-parking $26 plus tax per night, and valet parking $36 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). On-site boat dock. 

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hotel and location

Apr 23, 2024 cruellad Naples, Florida

Perfect location, helpful and friendly staff, fabulous restaurant and pool near the river. I would stay here again. A minor complaint would be that the room had a slightly musty/moldy smell, and that the micro room bathroom doesn’t have much space for toiletries. I was surprised how spacious the “micro room” (338) was. It had plenty of space for… Read more
Perfect location, helpful and friendly staff, fabulous restaurant and pool near the river. I would stay here again. A minor complaint would be that the room had a slightly musty/moldy smell, and that the micro room bathroom doesn’t have much space for toiletries. I was surprised how spacious the “micro room” (338) was. It had plenty of space for our small and medium sized suitcases, and a walk-in closet with a safe, fridge and ironing board. I enjoyed staying at a hotel with some character that isn’t part of the big chains. Read less
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Apr 19, 2024 carole w

We so enjoyed our stay at the Riverside. My husband is disabled and the staff was especially caring and helpful . Garfield went out of his way to assist us loading and unloading the wheelchair. I appreciate the valet staff because they were so helpful without even being asked. We also ate at the Wild Seas restaurant and Portia and Bryon were so… Read more
We so enjoyed our stay at the Riverside. My husband is disabled and the staff was especially caring and helpful . Garfield went out of his way to assist us loading and unloading the wheelchair. I appreciate the valet staff because they were so helpful without even being asked. We also ate at the Wild Seas restaurant and Portia and Bryon were so good to us. They went above and beyond to make sure my husband was comfortable while dining. What a wonderful staff at this hotel Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Better Than Expected

Apr 16, 2024 Niecey2016 Toronto, Canada

I got to my hotel extremely late that morning due to all the flight cancellations last Thursday April 11th what a nightmare😳 When I got to the hotel early morning Friday at 1am hotel doors were already closed but did call to say I would be late and spoke to a nice gentleman at front desk who were quite helpful making me feel at ease. I love the… Read more
I got to my hotel extremely late that morning due to all the flight cancellations last Thursday April 11th what a nightmare😳 When I got to the hotel early morning Friday at 1am hotel doors were already closed but did call to say I would be late and spoke to a nice gentleman at front desk who were quite helpful making me feel at ease. I love the hotel and glad I chose to stay there and the restaurant downstairs in the lobby way the breakfast there was pretty good👍🏽….its close to everything restaurants, shopping, water taxi, boat ride tours …Although it was a short stay and did not get to enjoy the hotel for the 24 hours but I did make the best of it and will stay again when am back in Fort Lauderdale …..An outstanding hotel despite the pricey rooms…Loved it👍🏽👍🏽 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great place to Stay

Apr 11, 2024 Brian T Saint Louis, Missouri

Great Hotel spacious rooms friendly staff very helpful. On one side of the hotel there is the canal waterway great people watching. Had dinner at the bar salmon was good. On the other side of the hotel shopping great food choices lots of action all levels. safe walking. The mattresses are really hard (my only complaint). Rooms are very clean and… Read more
Great Hotel spacious rooms friendly staff very helpful. On one side of the hotel there is the canal waterway great people watching. Had dinner at the bar salmon was good. On the other side of the hotel shopping great food choices lots of action all levels. safe walking. The mattresses are really hard (my only complaint). Rooms are very clean and well cared for. See you next time Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Charming Hotel!

Apr 9, 2024 Julierack Cary, Illinois

I recently stayed at the Riverside for 3 nights in a King Junior Suite, city view w/balcony. (1104) The room was located in the tower. I never expected to be able to see the canal that runs along the property. It was the best of both worlds with a beautiful city view, as well as being able to see the parade of yachts and the water taxis pass by.… Read more
I recently stayed at the Riverside for 3 nights in a King Junior Suite, city view w/balcony. (1104) The room was located in the tower. I never expected to be able to see the canal that runs along the property. It was the best of both worlds with a beautiful city view, as well as being able to see the parade of yachts and the water taxis pass by. The location of this hotel is perfect. There's a water taxi stop, many eateries and shopping all along Las Olas. It's a very walkable, charming area. The rooms are a little dated, but very clean. The housekeeping staff did a great job and were very friendly, as were any hotel staff I encountered. Will definitely return. Read less