The Best Hotels in Fort Lauderdale Are Nothing Like Your Old Spring Break Digs

Fort Lauderdale has come a long way since its beginnings as the birthplace of spring break. The city may be slowly transforming itself into a world...

August 26, 2023
2:58 AM

Fort Lauderdale has come a long way since its beginnings as the birthplace of spring break. The city may be slowly transforming itself into a world-class family beach and luxury destination with plenty of cool things to do. But make no mistake, Miami's immediate neighbor to the north still has its Broward County grit, and unlike Miami it's held on to its landmark colorful dives like Elbo Room and Dirty Blonde's. Yeah, it's got classy restaurants and cocktail bars now too, but a trip to Fort Lauderdale can now be equal parts oceanfront luxury and Florida Man funk.

Matt Meltzer