Fort Lauderdale

The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

Rialto Score 8.5+

A The Ritz-Carlton hotel. Rialto is a Marriott STARS agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Take in sweeping water views from your private balcony at Fort Lauderdale’s only AAA Five Diamond resort. The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale is a casually elegant beachfront retreat where guests can bask in the sun on the Sea La Vie Sundeck, indulge in ocean-inspired treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, lounge in oceanfront cabanas, stroll the beach, or explore nearby boutiques. Savor bold coastal cuisine at Burlock Coast, inspired by the city’s rumrunning past, or enjoy artisanal fare from Marketplace at Burlock Coast. Guests also enjoy access to the Intracoastal Waterway, known as the “Venice of America,” for a truly elevated escape.

1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, 33304 Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
One offer
4th Night Free
Stays until Dec 7, 2026 · Book by Dec 2

About The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

Insider tip

Reserve an expansive one-, two-, or three-bedroom Residential Suite, complete with a fully equipped kitchen - ideal for preparing family meals in luxury.

In the hotel’s own words

The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale brings casual luxury to Florida’s Gold Coast as the city’s first AAA Five Diamond beachfront resort. Perfectly positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and the picturesque canals of the Intracoastal Waterway - known as the “Venice of America” - the resort is just four miles from Port Everglades Cruise Terminal and seven miles from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

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Guests are welcomed into 193 elegantly appointed accommodations with private balconies, including 32 expansive one-, two-, and three-bedroom Residential Suites, featuring sweeping views of the ocean or Intracoastal. These residential-style retreats offer the comforts of home with the elevated service and ambiance of The Ritz-Carlton.

For those seeking an enhanced level of comfort and exclusivity, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge offers a refined “hotel within a hotel” experience. With five daily culinary presentations, personalized concierge service, and panoramic views, the Club Lounge is a serene space to relax, connect, or unwind.

Dining is a celebration of coastal flavor at Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits, the resort’s signature oceanfront restaurant inspired by Fort Lauderdale’s Prohibition Era, rumrunning past. Guests can enjoy locally sourced seafood and craft cocktails indoors or al fresco on the oceanfront patio, at communal tables, or in the private dining room. Adjacent to the restaurant, Marketplace at Burlock Coast offers artisanal grab-and-go fare, perfect for beach days or light bites between adventures.

The seventh-floor Sea La Vie Sundeck is a sun-drenched sanctuary featuring a tropical pool deck, oceanfront cabanas, and a restaurant with commanding views of the Atlantic. A convenient skywalk leads directly to the beach, inviting guests to explore the shoreline or simply bask in the sun.

Wellness is elevated at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, where ocean-inspired treatments, dry saunas, steam rooms, and a co-ed relaxation lounge create a tranquil escape. The 24-hour fitness center offers modern equipment and a variety of classes, from yoga to spinning.

Beyond the resort, guests can explore Fort Lauderdale’s vibrant shopping and cultural scene, including Las Olas Boulevard, Sawgrass Mills, and Galleria Mall, as well as nearby museums, theaters, and water activities.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Marriott STARS benefits, included

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Marriott STARS is Marriott's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Marriott Bonvoy points and elite-night credit, and Marriott Bonvoy elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • Marriott Bonvoy points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking
  • Nightly Upgrade Awards can be applied to these rates

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Rooms and suites

18 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Intracoastal View King Bedded Room
Boasting breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway, these guestrooms feature one king bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway. e. room lighting, music, alarm, in-room dinning, and Do Not Disturb feature, as well as in-depth information about local area attractions.
300–659 ft²
2Partial Ocean View King Bedded Room
Boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, these guestrooms feature one king bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. e.
300–659 ft²
3Partial Ocean View Double Bedded Room
Boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, these guestrooms feature two double beds and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. e.
Members only
4Oceanfront View King Bedded Room
Boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, these guestrooms feature one king bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. e. room lighting, music, alarm, in-room dinning, and Do Not Disturb feature, as well as in-depth information about local area attractions.
Members only
5Oceanfront Double Bedded Room
Boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, these guestrooms feature two double beds and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. e. room lighting, music, alarm, in-room dinning, and Do Not Disturb feature, as well as in-depth information about local area attractions.
Members only
6Club Oceanfront King Bedded Room
Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access for (2) ppl · Boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, these guestrooms feature one king bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Members only
7Junior Suite Intracoastal View, King Bed
Featuring panoramic views of the Intracoastal Waterway, these suites feature one king bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway. e. room lighting, music, alarm, in-room dinning, and Do Not Disturb feature, as well as in-depth information about local area attractions.
Members only
8One Bedroom Intracoastal View, Residenti
One bedroom Intracoastal Residential Suites offer guests a home away from home experience.
Members only
9Superior One Bedroom Intracoastal View R
Superior One bedroom Intracoastal Residential Suites offer guests a home away from home experience.
Members only
10Two Bedroom Intracoastal View Residentia
Two bedroom Intracoastal Residential Suites offer guests a home away from home experience. These luxurious suites feature two master bedroom accommodations; each with a king size bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Intracoastal waterways.
Members only
11Superior Two Bedroom Intracoastal View R
Members only
12One Bedroom Ocean Front Residential Suit
One bedroom Ocean Front Residential Suites offer guests a home away from home experience.
Members only
13Two Bedroom Ocean Front Residential Suit
Two bedroom Oceanfront Residential Suites offer guests a home away from home experience. These luxurious suites feature two master bedroom accommodations; each with a king size bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Members only
14Three-Bedroom Intracoastal View Resident
The Three bedroom Oceanfront Residential Suites offer guests a home away from home experience. This luxurious suites feature three master bedroom accommodations; each with a king size bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Members only
15Three-Bedroom Oceanfront View Residentia
Members only
Suites
Size
16Oceanfront View One-Bedroom Suite
Featuring panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, these suites feature one king bed and a private balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. e. room lighting, music, alarm, in-room dinning, and Do Not Disturb feature, as well as in-depth information about local area attractions.
Members only
17The Ritz-Carlton Suite
A true gem, this exclusive suite boasts plush living space. Featuring a private wrap around balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway and floor to ceiling windows in the living area, this plush suite is ideal for guests looking for a lavish getaway.
Members only
18The Ritz-Carlton Residential Suite
A true gem, this exclusive suite boasts plush living space. Featuring a private wrap around balcony with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, and a large living room area, this plush suite is ideal for guests looking for a lavish getaway.
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Marriott STARS always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn Marriott Bonvoy points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Marriott Bonvoy points and elite-night credit, and Marriott Bonvoy elite status benefits apply.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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