Riverside HotelvsSea Downs and the Bougainvillea
Both Riverside Hotel and Sea Downs and the Bougainvillea are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Riverside Hotel ranks significantly higher than Sea Downs and the Bougainvillea. Riverside Hotel scores 78 with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Lonely Planet, Gayot and Fodor's.
Riverside Hotel
620 E. Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"A touch of New Orleans hits Fort Lauderdale's popular Las Olas Boulevard in the form of this charming, six-story 1936 hotel." Full review
Concierge
"Originally built in 1936, the Riverside is the oldest hotel in Fort Lauderdale. It's conveniently located in the heart of downtown."
Fodor's
"On Las Olas Boulevard, just steps from boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries, Fort Lauderdale's oldest hotel (circa 1936) evokes a time bygone."
DK Eyewitness
"New Orleans meets Fort Lauderdale at this charming six-story 1936 hotel, on a bustling thoroughfare of shops, cafés, and bars."
Rough Guide
"Built in 1936, this elegant and comfortable option is in the heart of the action downtown on Las Olas. If you’d like a quieter room, request one at the back. $239."
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If you’d like a quieter room, request one at the back.
Star Service
"This is one of very few historic hotels here." Full review
Gayot
"The 217 rooms are divided between two spaces: the original six-story building and a newer twelve-story Executive Tower."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Riverside Hotel is a classic Fort Lauderdale destination in the heart of Las Olas Boulevard." Full review
Time Out
"On chichi Las Olas Boulevard, this smart 1930s hotel is good for shopping and restaurants." Full review
Sea Downs and the Bougainvillea
2900 N. Surf Rd., Hollywood, FL 33019-3704
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Frommer's
"This bargain lodging is often booked months in advance by return guests (mostly Europeans) who want to be directly on the beach without paying a fortune." Full review
Fodor's
"Facing the boardwalk and ocean, this no-frills, three-story lodging is a good choice for families looking for budget accommodation, as one-bedroom units can be joined to create two-bedroom apartments." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This cozy, unpretentious little spot has dated charm, featuring tidy studios and one-bedroom apartments equipped with everything you need to roll out of bed in the morning and stroll along the beach and promenade" Full review