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The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
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The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is an oceanfront hotel with on-site bars, a lively pool deck, and strong margaritas. Best for couples, LGBTQ+ travelers, and anyone wanting beachside cocktails without leaving the property.

Overview

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort sits directly on the sand at 321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, making its bars and pool deck a natural gathering spot for anyone who wants a drink with an ocean view. The property houses multiple dining and drinking venues, including Lona, where bartender Gloria is known for turning out standout margaritas, and Tinto, which pairs solid Mexican-inspired plates like guacamole with bacon and fajitas alongside a full drink menu. Complimentary margaritas greet arriving guests, setting a relaxed tone from check-in onward.

The outdoor pool deck doubles as the resort’s social hub. Regulars single out the poolside drink service by name, and the setup – lounge chairs, umbrellas, and servers circulating with cocktails – functions more like a beach club than a standard hotel pool. When the ocean breeze picks up (and it does), the pool area becomes the preferred hangout over the beach itself.

The crowd skews toward couples, visitors on long weekends, and LGBTQ+ travelers who describe the atmosphere as genuinely welcoming. Staff across every touchpoint – front desk, poolside, luggage – earn consistent praise for warmth and attentiveness, which is notable at a property this size. The vibe is polished but not stuffy, more upscale-casual than bottle-service exclusive.

Rooms lean compact with a vintage-influenced design, including louvered shutter windows between the bedroom and bathroom that give them character. Ocean-view rooms deliver on the promise. Location-wise you are steps from the beach and close to the rest of Fort Lauderdale Beach’s strip, so bar-hopping from here is easy. If you would rather stay put, the on-site options hold their own for a full evening out.

Good to know

  • Rating: 4.3/5 from 5,534 Google reviews
  • Best for: beachside cocktails, LGBTQ+ couples, poolside happy hour, weekend getaway drinks, margarita lovers
  • Features: Beach, LGBTQ+

Frequently asked questions

What bars and restaurants are inside The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort?

The resort has multiple on-site options including Lona, which serves Mexican-inspired food and cocktails, and Tinto, known for dishes like guacamole with bacon and fajitas. Lona’s bar is a guest favorite for margaritas. There is also a poolside drink service and a coffee shop on the property.

Is The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort LGBTQ+ friendly?

Yes. The resort is recognized as LGBTQ+ friendly, and guest reviews consistently highlight the welcoming, warm atmosphere from staff and fellow visitors alike. Couples of all kinds describe feeling comfortable here.

What is the pool and beach setup like for drinks?

The outdoor pool has full lounge chair and umbrella service with staff bringing drinks to your seat. The beach is directly accessible but can be windy, so many guests prefer drinking poolside. Complimentary margaritas are offered to arriving guests as well.

What should I order at the bar?

Margaritas are the signature move here – multiple guests call them out by name, especially those made by bartender Gloria at Lona. If you are eating, the guacamole with bacon at Tinto pairs well with a cocktail and gets strong reviews.

How are the rooms at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort?

Rooms are clean and well-maintained but on the smaller side. They have a distinctive vintage feel with louvered shutter windows between the bedroom and bathroom. Ocean-view rooms offer strong views. Some guests note limited electrical outlets.

Is the location good for going out in Fort Lauderdale?

The resort is right on Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, steps from the sand and close to other bars and restaurants along the beach strip. You can easily walk to nearby nightlife or stay on-property and use the resort’s own bars and pool deck for a full evening.

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