"What makes this B&B such a hidden gem is its affable, unflappable staff: They help make the place feel more like a private home than a hotel."

"This elegant boutique gem, sandwiched between Fort Lauderdale beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, rarely falls below capacity since it invariably lands on reader's choice lists."

"A sublime hideaway on the Intracoastal Waterway, this British Colonial Caribbean-style retreat has lavish rooms with rich furnishings."

"Bordering the busy Intracoastal Waterway, this upscale urban oasis cultivates British Colonial Cachet in decor and personal attention."

"Located just north of Las Olas Boulevard, two blocks west of the A1A, this small luxury inn offers some of the most stylish accommodations in Fort Lauderdale." Full review

"Boutique hotel in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, with a pool and buzzy waterfront restaurant." Full review

"Situated on New River Sound, a block from the beach, this classic Art Deco hotel is “a delightful, polished, intimate gem directly on the Intracoastal Waterway." Full review

"Tucked away on the Intracoastal side of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pillars Hotel is a charming, historic boutique property with a kidney-shaped swimming pool and orange-striped lounge chairs." Full review

"Small and luxurious, the Pillars Hotel is also distinguished by its waterway location and attractive colonial/plantation decor." Full review

"A genteel, island-planation-style vision in yellow and white, it’s got just two floors and 22 luxurious rooms with eclectic decor and of course the up-to-date amenities." Full review