Age and kids policy at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale is family-friendly: children of all ages are welcome and the property lists kids’ facilities (including a children’s pool) and babysitting (surcharge). Note the hotel is not all-inclusive — meals and drinks are not included in standard room rates and a mandatory nightly resort fee applies.
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Who can check in and age requirements
Standard check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. The minimum age to check in is 21, and guests must present a photo ID and credit card at arrival.
Children of all ages are welcome at the hotel. The property notes that children aged 12 and above are charged as adults.
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (photo ID and credit card required)
- Children: all ages welcome
- Children 12+ are charged as adults
Rooms and family sleeping options
The hotel offers a range of room types that can accommodate families, including rooms with two beds and suites with sofa beds. Below are several room types and their stated bedding/occupancy details from the property listing.
If you have specific needs (cribs, rollaway requests, connecting rooms), contact the hotel directly before arrival to confirm availability and any additional charges.
| Room | Beds (as listed) | Max guests (if listed) |
|---|---|---|
| Club Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 King Bed | 3 Guests |
| Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | 2 Queen Beds | 4 Guests |
| Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View (View) | 2 Queen Beds | 4 Guests |
| Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (View) | 1 King Bed | 3 Guests |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed | 4 Guests |
| Room, Lanai, Pool View | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds | 4 Guests |
Children’s facilities and pool access
The resort lists a children’s pool among its facilities and an elevated 29,000-sq-ft sundeck with a heated infinity pool and private cabanas on the 7th floor. A private skywalk connects the sundeck 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 commonly listed as 11:00 AM–4:00 PM.
- Children’s pool: yes (hotel record lists a 'Children's pool')
- Main heated infinity pool on 7th-floor sundeck; private cabanas available
- Private skywalk from pool deck to Fort Lauderdale Beach
- Typical pool hours listed: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (hotel site); cabana service often 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Babysitting, childcare and kid-friendly services
The property’s listing includes babysitting or childcare services for a surcharge. Specifics (rates, notice required, age limits) are not published in the dossier, so you should request details and book any babysitting in advance through the hotel concierge.
Many families pair babysitting with on-site amenities such as the spa, dining, and pool; the spa and dining venues welcome families, and the spa offers a range of treatments (spa hours are listed on the hotel site).
- Babysitting/childcare: available for a surcharge (book via concierge)
- Ask the hotel about required lead time, age limits, and any background checks or credentials
- Spa and dining are accessible to families, though some treatments may have age limits
Beach access, pool day passes and non-guest rules
The resort provides direct Fort Lauderdale Beach access via a private skywalk, and beach loungers and towels are included in the resort-fee inclusions listed by third parties. The hotel does not permit non-guests to use the beach area.
The property sells pool day passes on third-party platforms (e.g., ResortPass) to non-guests; details such as availability and pricing vary by vendor and date.
- Private skywalk to Fort Lauderdale Beach; beach loungers and towels noted as included in resort-fee inclusions by third-party sources
- Non-guests: beach access is not permitted; day passes to the pool are sold through third parties
- If you need beach or pool access for visitors, confirm current policies with the hotel
Practical tips for families during your stay
The hotel imposes a mandatory nightly resort fee; third-party sources list common inclusions such as beach access, beach chairs/towels, bottled water, and select amenities. Check current resort-fee details at booking time.
If you want larger sleeping space or a kitchenette, consider one-bedroom suites or Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View which list sofa beds and larger square footage. For specific accessibility or safety concerns (balconies, high-floor rooms), contact the hotel before arrival.
- Mandatory resort fee listed by third parties — confirm current amount and inclusions when booking
- Request cribs and rollaways in advance; verify any age or safety restrictions for balconies
- Suites that list sofa beds may be better for families needing separate sleeping space
