Pelican Grand Beach ResortvsIsland Sands Inn
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Pelican Grand Beach Resort, A Noble House Resort is the choice of most professionals compared to Island Sands Inn. Pelican Grand Beach Resort, A Noble House Resort ranks #4 in Fort Lauderdale with praise from 8 reviews such as Frommer's, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
Pelican Grand Beach Resort
2000 North Ocean Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
From $258/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"An old-fashioned emporium; and a small circulating lazy-river pool that allows kids to float 'round and 'round." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Old Key West decor of this 156-room hotel is a welcomed changed from the modern, minimalist design that is the norm at most Fort Lauderdale hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel sits on 500 ft (152 m) of clean white sand. It provides cozy rooms, most with balconies, and a relaxing oceanfront veranda with a sundeck, and rocking chairs."
Star Service
"With high service standards, an impressive breadth of facilities and a relative untrammeled section of beach, guests here enjoy almost unmatched tranquility." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Like staying in a comfy but upscale beach house - that just happens to be 11 stories tall." Full review
Jetsetter
"Laid-back beachfront resort in tony Fort Lauderdale with a pool, a lazy river and an award-winning brunch." Full review
Afar Magazine
"View of Melk from the Benedictine Abbey. Located along the banks of the Danube river, adjoining the Wachau Valley the abbey was founded in 1089." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The boutique oceanfront Pelican Grand Beach Resort fronts a 500-foot-long private beach and has a lazy river and pool kids won’t want to get out of"
15 Best Family Beaches in Florida
January 31, 2023
Frommer's
"This is a great, low-key luxury resort, especially for families looking for a relaxing vacation." Full review
Island Sands Inn
2409 NE 7th Ave, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
From $169/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Ultrathick beach towels, the luxurious bed and bedding, the thoughtful attention to details...utterly unpretentious ease." Full review