Sonesta Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches

Virgin rating

Deluxe Two Queen
Steelpan
Steelpan
Deluxe King Room
Steelpan
Steelpan
Fitness Centre
Fitness centre
Steelpan
Deluxe Two Queen
Steelpan
Steelpan
Deluxe King Room
Steelpan
Steelpan
Fitness Centre
Fitness centre
Steelpan

The hotel

Oozing style and sophistication, one of the many great things about the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale is where it is. Set just steps from the 7-mile stretch of sands, you can be jumping in those lapping waves in no time. But it’s not all about the beach. You’ll love the relaxing, calm infinity-edge pool, and the spa suite where you can treat yourself to a massage. The restaurant is a cool twist of Caribbean and American food, not to forget the tasty cocktails!

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Across the street from Fort Lauderdale's 7-mile stretch of sandy beach. On the corner of Sunrise Boulevard, minutes from the Las Olas Arts & Entertainment District. A 20-minute drive to Port Everglades and 1 hour to Miami's South Beach. Driving time from Miami International Airport: 45 minutes.

Hotel information

240 rooms and suites on 13 floors. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, 49" flat-screen TV, safe, alarm clock with USB charging station, mini-fridge, hairdryer, Keurig coffee machine, Coco Mango bath amenities, and iron and ironing board.

Deluxe Rooms are 300-350 sq ft, located on the lower floors, and offer views of the grounds and the ocean, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Steelpan (Caribbean-American fusion, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Lobby bar.

Daily entertainment including cheese and wine evenings, ice cream hour and yoga on the beach (selected days and times, enquire at reception).

Infinity-edge outdoor swimming pool with sun deck, cabanas* and lounge chairs. 24-hour fitness centre. Spa treatment suite*. Beach yoga. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Room service*. Parking $38 plus tax, per day (payable locally, subject to change). Laundry service*. 

This hotel has a resort fee of $35 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities:- Weekend yoga on the beach - 1 welcome signature drink or appetizer at Steelpan - 20% off poolside cabana rental - 2 bottles of water daily per room - 2 beach chairs daily per room (umbrella not included) - Upgraded high-speed WiFi access - Concierge service. 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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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location, rooms in need of a refurb

Apr 16, 2024 WilliamsFamily51 Surrey, United Kingdom

We stayed at this hotel for 5 days before Easter. We had a room with 2 doubles for myself, my husband and my son, but the beds are the smallest I've ever had in the States, neither myself nor my husband are large adults but any movement meant you woke each other up during the night. The bathroom was very basic and small and the wardrobe doors… Read more
We stayed at this hotel for 5 days before Easter. We had a room with 2 doubles for myself, my husband and my son, but the beds are the smallest I've ever had in the States, neither myself nor my husband are large adults but any movement meant you woke each other up during the night. The bathroom was very basic and small and the wardrobe doors didn't open and close properly. The air conditioning was also a bit erratic, but overall a quiet hotel in a great location right on the beach with shops, the mall and bars and restaurants all within a few minutes walk. Breakfast was good, we never ate lunch/dinner here as we prefer to eat out. The bar area was nice and there's also a small swimming pool out back with limited number of sunbeds. The hotel charge a staggering $51 a night to park your car, and all sorts of hidden taxes as always with the States adds $100's to your bill at checkout so beware. Also you are provided with 2 sunbeds per room for the beach across the road (helpful if there's 3 of you that have paid to be in the room !!) , but beware if you want extra beds/umbrellas, the beach guy charged a different amount every day, some sort of scam we guessed. A great location and a 3* at best for the bedrooms although communal areas of a higher rating, staff were helpful and courteous. Other places to stay that are nicer in the area. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Rafael’s beachside chair service excellence

Apr 14, 2024 Patty C

We used Rafael’s umbrella and chair service beachside and couldn’t be happier. We were able to leave and come back to our chair area . Accommodating and helpful Rafael and his partner were superb and made our stay comfortable, will definitely use his services again
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Gerry in dining room is an Ace!!!

Apr 13, 2024 Dream61559217250 Austin, Texas

Gerry in the breakfast restaurant was amazingly accommodating during a huge breakfast rush. She was pleasant, accommodating, and very professional. You are very lucky to have somebody so pleasant to work with your guests. I her warmth, and smile, were contagious.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Too many extra charges!

Apr 12, 2024 Sue12240 Baltimore, Maryland

We arrived for our 1 night stay at 1:30pm and asked if our room was ready could we go in early. We were told that there is a $ 15 charge to check in early even though the room was ready. We were told that there is a $10 charge if you want to check out late which was not our plan. We then found out that there is a charge to park. The use of the… Read more
We arrived for our 1 night stay at 1:30pm and asked if our room was ready could we go in early. We were told that there is a $ 15 charge to check in early even though the room was ready. We were told that there is a $10 charge if you want to check out late which was not our plan. We then found out that there is a charge to park. The use of the “free laundry is $3 per load. Dogs are welcome for an additional $75. Housekeeping is provided once every 7 days. The trash can was completely full under the sink. Ridiculous. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent hotel - perfect location!

Apr 12, 2024 Compass19967365904 New Jersey

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Sonesta Ft Lauderdale. The hotel is beautiful, super clean and the staff friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Our room was perfectly sized and decorated. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were excellent. The pool and poolside bar are beautiful and the cocktails were delicious. The hotel has a great… Read more
We very much enjoyed our stay at the Sonesta Ft Lauderdale. The hotel is beautiful, super clean and the staff friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Our room was perfectly sized and decorated. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were excellent. The pool and poolside bar are beautiful and the cocktails were delicious. The hotel has a great location, across the street from the beach and in between The Bonnet House and a State Park. There is an electric bike rental on the property and a water taxi stop is a 3 minute walk. If you are looking for an adult stay in Ft Lauderdale this is a perfect location - quiet but close to the action! We are looking forward to our next stay at a Sonesta! Read less