Riverside HotelvsThe Westin Fort Lauderdale
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Riverside Hotel ranks significantly better than The Westin Fort Lauderdale. Riverside Hotel comes in at #6 in Fort Lauderdale with recommendations from 10 reviewers including Time Out, DK Eyewitness and Star Service.
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
The Westin Fort Lauderdale
400 Corporate Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine
"North of the airport via I-95, our location is near such attractions as Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, plus Citrix, Microsoft, and other offices." Full review
Star Service
"Returning leisure travelers will find a bit more whimsy here, though the look still reflects the suits and ties that come here, not the beachcombers." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 298 guest rooms and suites focus heavily on creating a supportive work and sleep environment with comfortable beds, extra outlets in the desks, and free Wi-Fi. " Full review