Honeymoons at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale: planning essentials
Plan a honeymoon at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale by booking an ocean-view room or suite (options include Club Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View and Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View), reserving spa treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, and allowing time for the 7th-floor heated infinity pool and Sea la Vie Sundeck. Note the hotel’s standard check-in is 4:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM, and a mandatory nightly resort fee applies.
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Choose the right room or suite
For honeymoon privacy and views, consider booking a Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View or one of the ocean-view Club Rooms when available. Suites give separate living space and a balcony, while Club Rooms combine ocean views with access to the Club Lounge.
Rooms at the property include ocean-view and intracoastal options; a few exact room names to look for are Club Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View and Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (View). If you need a sofa bed for flexibility, the Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View and several 1-Bedroom room types list a Double Sofa Bed as an option.
- Club Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View — ocean view, 500 sq. ft., 1 King Bed
- Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (View) — ocean view, 300 sq. ft., 1 King Bed
- Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View — 700 sq. ft., 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed
| Room type | Space / sleeping |
|---|---|
| Club Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | 500 sq. ft. / 1 King Bed |
| Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (View) | 300 sq. ft. / 1 King Bed |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | 700 sq. ft. / 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed |
Pool, beach access and cabanas — plan your sun time
The hotel’s heated infinity pool sits on a 29,000-square-foot 7th-floor sundeck with ocean views and cabanas; Sea la Vie Sundeck operates poolside for tropical drinks and light bites. A private skywalk connects the pool deck directly to Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Pool hours are listed on the hotel site as 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, though some third-party listings show slightly different hours; cabana service hours are listed as 11:00 AM–4:00 PM on third-party sources. The property sells pool day passes to non-guests through third-party services, and non-guests are not permitted beach access from the hotel.
- Heated infinity pool on the 7th-floor oceanfront sundeck
- Sea la Vie Sundeck hours listed as 11:00 AM–5:00 PM (poolside bar/café)
- Private skywalk gives direct access to Fort Lauderdale Beach
- Cabanas and pool day passes are available via third-party vendors
| Service | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Pool (hotel listing) | 8:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Sea la Vie Sundeck (hotel listing) | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Cabanas (third-party listing) | Service 11:00 AM–4:00 PM |
Spa, wellness and fitness for couples
Book couples treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Fort Lauderdale; the spa offers ocean-inspired signature treatments and access to locker rooms, steam rooms, and relaxation areas. Spa hours on the hotel site are Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM and Friday–Sunday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional temporary adjustments noted by the hotel for specific dates.
The 24-hour fitness center is complimentary for guests and offers cardio and strength equipment, Peloton bikes, and personal trainers on request — useful if you want to keep up workouts during a honeymoon.
- Spa hours (regular): Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Fri–Sun 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Signature treatments emphasize ocean and citrus-based rituals
- Fitness center open 24/7; includes cardio machines, free weights and Peloton bikes
| Facility | What to expect |
|---|---|
| The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Fort Lauderdale | Treatment rooms, salon, relaxation areas, steam rooms |
| Fitness center | 24/7 access, cardio and strength equipment, Peloton bikes |
Dining and romantic meal ideas
Main on-site dining is Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits, a coastal seafood-driven concept with breakfast, lunch/brunch, and dinner hours listed on the restaurant site. For poolside cocktails and small plates, Sea la Vie Sundeck serves tropical drinks and small bites on the sundeck.
If you want a special evening, reserve Burlock Coast for dinner or inquire about private dining options; the restaurant maintains a smart-casual or casual dress code depending on source listings and recommends reservations for dinner and weekend brunch.
- Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits — breakfast, lunch/brunch, dinner (hours vary by day; check before arrival)
- Sea la Vie Sundeck — poolside drinks and small bites, typically 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Marketplace at Burlock Coast — grab-and-go coffee and snacks (opens early)
| Venue | Best for |
|---|---|
| Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits | Romantic dinners, oceanfront meals, weekend brunch |
| Sea la Vie Sundeck | Afternoon cocktails and poolside bites |
| Marketplace | Morning coffee and grab-and-go |
Getting to the hotel and local logistics
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale is at 1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. The nearest airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about seven miles away; typical drive time is roughly 10–15 minutes depending on traffic.
There’s no direct public bus from the airport; most guests use a taxi, rideshare, or private transfer. The hotel offers valet parking and lists accessible parking and valet options; confirm current valet rates and availability with the hotel.
- Address: 1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304, US
- Nearest airport: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), ~7 miles
- On-site valet parking is available (confirm current rates before arrival)
- Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out is 11:00 AM; minimum age to check in is 21
| Topic | Fact |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Minimum age to check in | 21 (ID and credit card required) |
| Hotel phone (BookResorts agents) | +1 (888) 605-1350 |
Nearby activities and honeymoon excursions
The hotel is adjacent to Fort Lauderdale Beach and within a short walk of Las Olas Beach and The Gallery at Beach Place, making beach strolls and waterfront dining easy to include. For sightseeing, the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are within easy reach.
Popular excursions include Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi routes near Las Olas, riverboat cruises, and Everglades airboat tours arranged through local operators; the hotel’s concierge can assist with tours and ticket assistance.
- Walk to Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach for beach time and dining
- Bonnet House Museum & Gardens ~1.5 miles — a historic estate and gardens
- Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi stops nearby for canal and waterfront sightseeing
- Everglades airboat tours available roughly 25–30 minutes' drive west
| Activity | Typical distance / time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale Beach | Adjacent / 1 min walk |
| Las Olas Beach / Las Olas Boulevard | Short walk / ~5 minutes |
| Bonnet House Museum & Gardens | About 1.5 miles |
Fees, policies and practical tips
A mandatory nightly resort fee applies to accommodations; the exact amount and inclusions can change, so confirm the current fee with the hotel or your booking agent. The resort fee typically covers items such as beach access and in-room bottled water, among other amenities, per third-party listings.
Pets under 25 lbs are permitted with a non-refundable pet fee; service animals are welcome without an extra fee. Always present a photo ID and credit card at check-in, and note children 12 and older are charged as adults.
- Mandatory nightly resort fee applies — confirm the current amount before booking
- Pets allowed up to 25 lbs with a non-refundable pet fee; max two pets per room
- Service animals are accepted without fee
- Bring photo ID and credit card for check-in; minimum age to check in is 21
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Mandatory nightly fee; covers beach access, in-room water, and other amenities (confirm current amount) |
| Pet policy | Pets up to 25 lbs allowed with non-refundable fee; service animals exempt |
| Children | Children of all ages welcome; 12+ charged as adults |
