Fort Lauderdale

By far the sexiest of the grand dames lining Fort Lauderdale Beach, the stunning design and painstaking attention to detail here are enough to wow even the most jaded travelers. — Oyster

Quiet, intimate British-colonial-style hotel with plush rooms, antique furniture, lush gardens and a pool, sitting just a block from the ocean on the Intracoastal. $285. — Rough Guide

Looking like a backdrop for a J Lo music video, this exclusive hotel has five stars, 24 stories and endless amenities. — Lonely Planet

There are spa facilities at “Spa Atlantic”, as well as a lovely swimming pool and gym, plus a wonderful restaurant, Trina, which serves Mediterranean fare. — DK Eyewitness

On Las Olas Boulevard, just steps from boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries, Fort Lauderdale's oldest hotel (circa 1936) evokes a time bygone. — Fodor's

This is a stylish catchall, but it plays better in the hands of midrange families seeking sun and fun than party animals; the latter do best at the W Hotel. — Star Service

After its $25 million makeover, this 650-room Marriott in Fort Lauderdale is great for kids... but there's still plenty for grown-ups. — Oyster

An old-fashioned emporium; and a small circulating lazy-river pool that allows kids to float 'round and 'round. — Fodor's

This lavish resort boasts its very own private beach, a huge spa and an upscale Italian restaurant. — Time Out

This dependable upper-midrange commercial hotel promotes its proximity to the port with a bevy of attractive packages. — Star Service

Since first opening its doors in 1958, The Diplomat Beach Resort has played host to a roster of A-list guests, from the Kennedys and the Rat Pack to Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli. — Forbes Travel Guide

Located on Sunrise Boulevard and A1A, the hotel is directly across the road from Fort Lauderdale beach, within walking distance of Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and Bonnet House Museum. — Star Service

This former Marriott has a lot going for it, beginning with its own 33-slip marina and a prime location on the IntraCoastal Waterway. — Gayot

If you're looking for condo-like accommodations with full kitchens, washer and dryer, and off-the-beaten-path location with Intracoastal views, this place is for you. — Frommer's

The nautical-themed oceanside oasis is ideally situated on Florida’s Gold Coast, steps from the beach between famed Sunrise and Las Olas boulevards. — Forbes Travel Guide

Husband-and-wife team Cristie and Marc Furth run this quaint Mexican-themed motel across the street from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea's family-friendly beaches. — Fodor's

Right across from the beach, the Westin's strong suit is its wealth of amenities... At the center of it all is a huge conference center with two ballrooms. — Oyster

Tucked away behind a tall fence in a quiet residential neighborhood, this intimate guesthouse complex caters to a loyal gay male clientele. — Lonely Planet

This mid-range Doubletree property by Fort Lauderdale Beach Park is a mixed bag. — Oyster