Planning the ultimate anniversary celebration or an unforgettable girls' getaway? Greater Fort Lauderdale offers a luxurious escape, even if just for a few days.
Picture yourself sipping champagne in a plush poolside cabana, melting away stress with a beachfront massage or toasting with rosé as the sun sets from a sleek rooftop bar. When you're ready to hit the water, Greater Fort Lauderdale’s sparkling ocean provides the perfect setting for a yacht day.
From intimate boutique hotels to world-class waterfront resorts, the region offers the perfect accommodations blending elegance and comfort. Indulge in three days of luxury in Greater Fort Lauderdale with this thoughtfully curated itinerary.
Day 1 - Indulgent Arrival & Elevated Evenings
Check into the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences Fort Lauderdale, one of the city’s newest beachfront hotels. This luxury resort features modern design, ocean views and the signature service expected from the Four Seasons.
Once you’ve settled in, start your stay with a relaxing afternoon by the pool. Unwind in a private cabana, where you can also enjoy lunch. The hotel offers a spa, afternoon tea in the lobby bar and additional amenities.
For dinner, head to MAASS, the hotel’s signature restaurant, specializing in open-fire hearth cooking. Diners can enjoy a front-row view of the open kitchen or opt for terrace seating with ocean breezes. Afterward, stop by Nubé, a rooftop bar perched on the 26th floor of the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Sip inventive cocktails while taking in wraparound ocean views.
Another top stay is Pier Sixty-Six, which recently reopened following a multibillion-dollar revamp. Each of the 325 guest rooms and suites offers views of the Intracoastal, marina, or ocean. The property also features 12 new dining and lounge venues, including the much-anticipated return of the Pier Top — a rotating lounge with panoramic views.
For a local favorite, visit Boatyard along the Intracoastal for dinner and try the Caviar-tini, a signature indulgence. The cocktail features Ketel One vodka or Monkey 47 gin paired with caviar-stuffed olives, olive brine, diamond ice, and a spritz of absinthe perfume.
Day 2 - Sky & Sea Adventure Day
Start your morning with a breakfast spread at Steak 954 inside the W Fort Lauderdale on Fort Lauderdale beach. It features menu items like steak and eggs and one of the best Bloody Marys in town. Other chic breakfast/brunch hotspots include Café Bastille, YOT Kitchen & Bar and Salt 7.
Once you have your brunch fix, make today all about outdoor adventure. Fort Lauderdale isn’t called the “Venice of America” for nothing—the region has earned its moniker thanks to its 300 miles of inland waterways, with 165 miles winding through the heart of the city. Choose from various water activities, from snorkeling and diving to enjoying a leisurely afternoon of paddleboarding.
You can also charter a yacht for a day at sea. Coastal Yacht Charters’ Marquis 690 yacht will whisk you and your guest(s) away along the gorgeous waterways to enjoy an afternoon of basking in the sun. Romantic dinners and sunset cruises are other great options. 
Feeling a little extra adventurous? Book a helicopter ride with Keen Fly, soaring from the beach to the iconic Guitar Hotel at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Along the way, take in aerial views of sharks gliding through the water, stingrays drifting below and luxury yachts dotting the coastline.
After a full day of activities, you may have worked up an appetite. After freshening up, enjoy dinner at some of the area’s hotspots, like Takato inside the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. Make a reservation for a private, 10-seat omakase lounge, OKU, to sample more than 15 courses featuring ingredients flown in fresh from Japan and Korea.
YOLO on Las Olas Boulevard draws an energetic crowd each night. Whether stopping by for happy hour, dinner or late-night drinks, YOLO offers a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Las Olas Boulevard.
Day 3 - The Grand Finale – Unwind & Indulge
Every great trip must come to an end, but you’ll leave Greater Fort Lauderdale with unforgettable memories of its finest luxuries.
Spend your final day savoring moments of serenity with a spa treatment alongside your partner or friends. Options abound, from The Spa at Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale to EVARA Beach Spa tucked inside Auberge Beach Residences, to the newly renovated Heavenly Spa inside The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.
If you have yet to visit the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, take time to explore its amenities and entertainment. One of its standout features is the 18-acre pool oasis, complete with lagoon-style pools, waterfalls, a lazy river and even a private Bora Bora Cabana enclave with personal butler service. Beyond the water, the resort offers fine dining, luxury shopping, a sprawling casino and nightly live entertainment. While there, visit Marky’s Caviar Lounge, an elegant venue blending French cuisine with modern American influences. Choose from courses such as caviar fries, duck à l'orange or a king crab leg hot dog.
Whether you spent your time unwinding in a private spa cabana, taking in panoramic views from a helicopter, or savoring the finest caviar, one thing is certain: Greater Fort Lauderdale offers a truly luxurious experience. Start planning your next grand getaway today.