Riverside Hotel - Fort Lauderdale

620 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 33301 United States
Guest rating 8.6
(Neighbourhood average 5.7)
8.6 overall guest rating
Average for the neighbourhood is 5.7
"Can't wait to go back"
 by B from Carnforth, UK
Wonderful hotel. Everything excellent. Perfect location. Just wished we had more nights there....
27/01/2009
26.11915, -80.13695
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Overview

Location.

The Riverside Hotel stands within the historic district of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. This hotel is located adjacent to the shops, entertainment and nightlife of Las Olas Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale's famed beaches await discovery less than two miles from this property.

Hotel Features.

The hotel lobby features relaxed ambience with rattan seating, two fireplaces, ceiling fans and tile floors. On-site dining options include The Grill Room on Las Olas that features a 400-bottle wine list. Menu choices include beluga caviar, vol-au-vent escargot and prime-grade steaks. Indigo Restaurant features seafood specialties, while The Golden Lyon Bar and Preston's Lounge serve cocktails. A 24-hour business center offers two computer stations. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in the main lobby. Function space accommodates up to 180 people. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool with views of yachts navigating the New River. For fees, a horse-drawn carriage stops outside the hotel and offers transportation down Las Olas Boulevard. The Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi service also transports visitors for a fee.

Guestrooms.

This smoke-free hotel offres 213 guestrooms distributed among two 1930s buildings and one 12-story tower. Standard rooms feature beds draped beneath 250-thread count sheets. Executive Tower guestrooms feature Tommy Bahama-inspired furnishings, French art prints, minibars, and European-style baths enhannced with Mexican tilework. Tower rooms contain minibars. Wireless Internet access in tower rooms is complimentary.

Expert Tip.

The hotel's "Classic English Afternoon Tea" boasts antique china and silver tea service. White-gloved butlers attend to requests. A unique sampling of teas includes Queen Catherine, Darjeeling and Verveine, as well as scented Black Currant tea. Afternoon tea service is available for a fee. Reservations are required with 48-hour notice. .

Why book with us?

Facilities

Services

  • ATM/banking
  • Concierge services
  • Express check-out
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Multilingual staff
  • Parking (surcharge) $17/24 Hrs. In/Out
  • Parking (valet) $23/24 Hrs. In/Out
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box - front desk
  • Security guard
  • Self parking

Business & Event

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Banquet facilities
  • Business center
  • Business services
  • Conference room(s)
  • Dry cleaning service

Rooms (all rooms include)

  • Air conditioning
  • Cable/satellite TV
  • Climate control
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary newspaper (M-F)
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Desk
  • Hair dryer
  • Housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pay movies
  • Rollaway beds
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Voice mail
  • Wake-up calls

General

  • Air-conditioned public areas;
  • Bar/lounge;
  • Elevator/lift;
  • Fireplace in lobby;
  • Gift shops or newsstand;
  • Number of rooms: 213;
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel;
  • Smoke-free property;
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
Check-in time is 3 PM
Check-out time is 11 AM
Children stay free 18
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Know before you go

Internet access is not available in the Traditional Guest Room category.

Dining

The Grill Room on Las Olas - Formal dining in intimate room, with dinner-jacketed staff. Serves dinner only. Menu features sumptuous choices such as beluga caviar, vol-au-vent escargot, lobster bisque, prime-grade steaks, lobster, and specialties such as yellowfin tuna with foie gras. 400-bottle wine list. Open daily.

Indigo Restaurant - Inventive seafood specialties, such as Grilled Miso Salmon Filet, Sautéed Yellow Tail Snapper, Blue Corn-Crusted Florida Snapper Sandwich. Steaks including Grilled Filet Mignon. Key Lime Pie, Bread Pudding, and other dessert treats. Indoor dining and al fresco seating along Las Olas Boulevard. Open daily.

The Golden Lyon Bar - Bar with paddle ceiling fans and golden wood paneling. Windows along the street. Serves cocktails and appetizers. Open daily from mid-day until late night.

Room service is available during limited hours.

Recreation

This Fort Lauderdale hotel is on the New River, and the swimming pool and sundeck have views of yacht traffic on the waterway. The ocean is 2.5 miles away, and there guests may find vendors offering water sports rentals and other beach activities.

The recreational activities listed below are available at or near the hotel; fees may apply.


  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boating nearby
  • Dock nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Helicopter/airplane sightseeing nearby
  • Horse riding/rental nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Personal watercraft nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
  • Swimming on site
  • Tennis nearby
  • Volleyball nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Guestrooms Guestrooms

Classic Guest Room

One king bed, one queen bed, or two double beds. Located in 1930s three- or six-story building. Contemporary tropical/Old Florida–inspired decor with Tommy Bahamas–inspired furnishings. Flat-screen TV. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Minibar. Nonsmoking only.

All rooms include All rooms include
  • Air conditioning
  • Cable/satellite TV
  • Climate control
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary newspaper (M-F)
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Desk
  • Hair dryer
  • Housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pay movies
  • Rollaway beds
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Voice mail
  • Wake-up calls

Exec Tower 1-2 Ppl

Traditional, 1 King or 2 Queens, 1-4 People

All rooms include

Exec Tower 3 People

Executive Tower, 1 King or 2 Queens, 1-4 People

All rooms include

Executive Tower Room

One king bed or two queen beds. Located in 12-story contemporary tower. Larger than traditional room. Contemporary decor. Chair with ottoman. Table and two chairs, Desk. TV with pay movies. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Phone with voice mail. Minibar. Shower/tub combination and green-marble vanity. Nonsmoking.

All rooms include

Executive Tower Room w/ Balcony 1 King

One king bed. Balcony with two chairs and tables. Views of city and river. Located on floors 9-12 of Executive Tower. Larger than traditional room. Contemporary decor. Chair with ottoman. Table and two chairs, desk. TV with pay movies. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Phone with voice mail. Minibar. Shower/tub combination and green-marble vanity. Nonsmoking.

All rooms include

Traditional 1-2 Ppl

Traditional, 1 King or 2 Double,

All rooms include

Traditional 3 People

Traditional, 1 King or 2 Double,

All rooms include

Traditional 4 People

Traditional, 1 King or 2 Queens, 1-4 People

All rooms include

Traditional 4 People

Traditional, 1 King or 2 Double,

All rooms include

Traditional Guest Room

One king, one queen, or two double beds. Located in 1930s three- or six-story building. High ceiling. Vintage furniture, including desk, two upholstered chairs, reading table. Floral fabrics. Compact refrigerator. Tub/shower. Nonsmoking only.

All rooms include

Terms & conditions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at either check-in or check-out.
  • Valet parking: $23 per 24-hour period with in/out privileges in a covered parking garage
  • Self parking: $17 per 24-hour period with in/out privileges in a covered parking garage The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
    Prices shown exclude taxes and fees unless otherwise stated.
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    Riverside Hotel Downtown Fort Lauderdale - Beach

    A short guide to Downtown Fort Lauderdale - Beach

    Many downtown attractions are centered on the Riverwalk, Fort Lauderdale’s chief arts, entertainment, and shopping district. Its landmarks include the Museum of Arts Fort Lauderdale and trendy Las Olas Boulevard. The Broward County Convention Center lies southeast of the downtown core. Nearby, palm trees shadow the promenade along Fort Lauderdale Beach, among the cleanest in the nation.

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    Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

    Less than 0.5 mile

    • Stranahan House - 200 yards
    • Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Art - 700 yards
    • Jungle Queen Riverboats - 800 yards
    • Pt Everglades Cruise Terminal - 800 yards
    • Las Olas Riverfront - 800 yards

    0.5 - 1.0 mi

    • Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museuem - 1000 yards
    • Museum of Discovery and Science - 1200 yards
    • Cruise Line Terminal - 1300 yards
    • Broward Center for the Performing Arts - 1300 yards

    1.0 - 3.0 mi

    • Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum - 1.2 miles

    3.0+ mi

    • Fort lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 3.3 miles
    • Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) - 5.6 miles
    • Pompano Beach Airport (PPM) - 8.7 miles
    • Boca Raton Airport (BCT) - 18 miles
    • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 24 miles
    • West Palm Beach Lantana Airport (LNA) - 33 miles
    • Palm Beach Int'l Airport - 39 miles
    • West Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) - 39 miles
    • Homestead Air Reserve Base (HST) - 46 miles

    Reviews

    • All guests 8.6
    (Reviewed by 35 guests)
    8.6 out of 10
    Average for the neighbourhood is 5.7
    Reviewed by 35 guests (most recent english reviews are shown first)
    10
    "Can't wait to go back"  by B from Carnforth, UK

    Wonderful hotel. Everything excellent. Perfect location. Just wished we had more nights there. Booked it pre-cruise, so only had one night. Food good in hotel, had dinner and breakfast, unusual for us as we normally do not eat in hotels.

    Posted on 27/01/2009
    10
    "Wow what a place"  by K from Ireland

    Fontainebleu is something special, great rooms, amazing bar, wonderful pool area and the best gym in the world. It is also seriously expensive so be prepared to pay a lot more than just the room charge.

    Posted on 07/01/2009

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