Riverside HotelvsThe Atlantic Hotel & Spa
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Atlantic Hotel & Spa scores slightly better than Riverside Hotel. The Atlantic Hotel & Spa ranks #3 in Fort Lauderdale with approval from 13 reviews including Rough Guide, DK Eyewitness and Travel + Leisure.
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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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
The Atlantic Hotel & Spa Show All Reviews
601 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
From $245/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The first of the major new chain hotels set to pop up along the waterfront, the Atlantic is a quirky four-star hotel."
Oyster
Upscale
"The hotel doesn't quite match its main competitor, the Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale, but it's much more affordable and prices are very reasonable considering all you get for your money." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Room 702: This seventh-floor, 1,200-square-foot oceanfront suite is furnished with a full kitchen, whirlpool bathtub, and separate shower, and also has the best panoramic Atlantic Ocean views." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"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."
Rough Guide
"This chic boutique hotel facing the ocean features elegant, spacious rooms and suites, all with an ocean or Intracoastal Waterway view."
Gayot
"Located right on Florida's Gulf Coast beach, this property is ideally situated close to the shopping, restaurants and theaters of downtown."
Lonely Planet
"This modish restaurant specializes in Mediterranean-kissed takes on Florida’s natural bounty, such as pan-seared grouper and an Atlantic paella of local seafood tossed with spicy chorizo." Full review
Jetsetter
"Oceanfront beach pad with a French bistro, fifth-floor outdoor pool and splurge-worthy spa." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Atlantic might as well be called ‘The South Beach Lauderdale, ’ because that’s the showy over-the-top style this luxurious beauty brings to the local accommodation game." Full review
Star Service
"Across the road from a public beach...the larger, more commanding and commercial Ritz-Carlton, this operation may be an independent hotel, but it is one of the best here." Full review