Skip The Miami Crowds And Head To This Fort Lauderdale Resort Instead

16.02.2024 - 20:57 / forbes.com

If you’re looking for a spring break option that doesn’t include Miami's crowded beaches and steep prices, why not give Fort Lauderdale a shot? This charming beach and boating enclave is just 45 minutes from South Beach and arguably better for younger kids who need more room to spread out. As the stalwart hotel of the region’s coastline, the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa offers both convenience and resort-style amenities, making it a pretty perfect destination for your next family getaway.

With over 650 rooms and suites overlooking the shores of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa provides ample space for families of all generations and ages. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including oceanfront rooms, suites with private balconies and spacious villas, all designed to echo the casual, feet-in-the-sand vibe of Fort Lauderdale.

The Marriott Harbour Beach Resort & Spa is the kind of hotel that make you feel like you never have to leave. You can start your day with a buffet breakfast at Sea Level Restaurant & Ocean Bar, where a freshly-made omelette just tastes better with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. For a casual lunch or dinner, head to 3030 Ocean Restaurant, featuring a fish-focused menu in a relaxed setting. Don't forget to treat yourself to frothy cocktails at Loggerhead Sand Bar, the resort's waterfront lounge. We all know that a spicy skinny margarita hits different in a pool.

Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa is also a great option for multi-generational family travel. Adults can spend the day lounging in a cabana by the lagoon pool or at the spa, while the kids can play in the designated children's pool area. For those seeking adventure, the resort offers a variety of water sports activities, including paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling on its own quarter-mile of private beach (the largest in South Florida). There’s also four tennis courts, a basketball court and nearby golf courses.

If you can pull yourself from the resort, a wealth of attractions and activities sit just blocks away. Travelers can take a leisurely stroll along the Fort Lauderdale Beach Promenade lined with shops, cafes and boutiques, or embark on a family-friendly excursion to nearby attractions such as the Museum of Discovery and Science or the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens. But with so much to do at the Marriott Harbour Beach Resort & Spa, why bother?