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Riverside Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A nighttime view of a cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river with boats, and well-lit streets. - Riverside Hotel (Fort Lauderdale)
A boat docked at a marina surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees. - Riverside Hotel (Fort Lauderdale)
An aerial view of a hotel with a rooftop pool, palm trees, and a marina with boats. - Riverside Hotel (Fort Lauderdale)
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of a body of water and buildings in the background. - Riverside Hotel (Fort Lauderdale)
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Located close to Historic Stranahan House Museum and Las Olas Boulevard, Riverside Hotel provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a fireplace in the lobby, 2 bars, and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Superior Room with 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted clock, and a vase with flowers on one of the tables.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(176 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel with outdoor seating, American flags, and a view of the city.

Junior Suite 1 King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains.

Micro Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite with Balcony, City View, 1 King bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Junior Suite with Balcony, City View, 1 King bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite with Balcony, Riverview, 1 King bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Junior Suite with Balcony, Riverview, 1 King bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite with Corner Balcony City View, 1 King bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Junior Suite with Corner Balcony City View, 1 King bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Corner Balcony with 2 Queen Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Superior Room, Corner Balcony with 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bed with a headboard, two bedside tables, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Junior Suite with Corner Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View

A bed with a headboard, two bedside tables, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Classic Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Riverside Hotel is in East Fort Lauderdale, a walkable area in Fort Lauderdale with great shopping. Las Olas Boulevard and Historic Stranahan House Museum are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Check out an event or a game at Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and consider making time for Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and boat tours adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Fort Lauderdale travel guide
Map
620 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

What's nearby

  • A street corner with a jewelry store named Joseph's, a palm tree, and a building with a sign for the Museum of Art.
    Las Olas Boulevard
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic building with a balcony, decorated with red bows and an American flag.
    Historic Stranahan House Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A sandwich with various toppings and sauce on a piece of paper.
    Riverwalk
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a pathway.
    Broward Center for the Performing Arts
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Broward County Library
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT)
    17 min walk
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Camino Fort Lauderdale
    2 min walk
  • Earl’s Kitchen & Bar
    4 min walk
  • The Cheesecake Factory
    1 min walk
  • American Social
    2 min walk
  • Café Bastille
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 125 for adults and USD 4 to 125 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Boathouse at the Riversid
  • Golden Lyon Vintage Pub
  • New River Cafe & Bakery
  • Preston's Wine & Martini
  • Wild Sea Las Olas

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 30,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1936
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 6 2026 to October 16 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 16.95 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 125 for adults, and USD 4 to 125 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 16.95 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverside Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–5:30 PM. The pool will be unavailable from July 6 2026 to October 16 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Riverside Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 30 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per night.

What time is check-in at Riverside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Riverside Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 75.00.

Where is Riverside Hotel located?

Located in East Fort Lauderdale, this hotel is steps from Las Olas Boulevard and Historic Stranahan House Museum. Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Fort Lauderdale Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT) is 17 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Riverside Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2401 out of 3432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 625 out of 3432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 241 out of 3432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 3432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 3432 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel, lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Favorite area to stay in, staff is always helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We always stay here whenever we visit FLL. Fabulous location, excellent staff,and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional service, very comfortable stay, beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice, clean room and the staff was super helpful and kind
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An absolutely amazing property with closeness to all amenities. The water taxi takes you to all beautiful spots nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location, will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, fabulous renovated decor, great restaurants, great rooms and beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location and the staff were all so friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very good hotel, ideal location, just a shame pool was closed for maintenance
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location and very clean hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place, very friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location with lots of restaurants within walking distance. Also convenient for the riverwalk. Very helpful staff. We were given early check-in which was really appreciated after a red-eye flight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to all dining and shopping. Walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location with good amenities. Loved the river view!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location. The service it’s great. Nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location…love the bars and restaurants at the hotel. The Riverside is our go to hotel before cruising from Ft. Lauderdale.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Particularly liked the Wild Sea and Boathouse restaurants. Valet service parking was handled efficiently and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Front desk staff was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel is amazing Mix between historic and very clean hotel I love it !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Comfy bed and Great Lake view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is the best hotel in Ft Lauderdale for many reasons, especially location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Second time staying here and it did not disappoint again. Beautiful property, rooms, staff and the location is perfect. We will be back again 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pleasant stay. Quiet, clean and comfortable. Close to all the attractions on Lad Olas. We will be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026