3 Best Hotels in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Fort Lauderdale and Broward County

Husband-and-wife team Marc and Cristie Furth have run this whimsical Mexican-theme motel in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea since 1971. Across the street from family-friendly beaches, lattice fences, gurgling fountains, and gardens of cacti and impatiens provide privacy for the patio and heated pool. A Mexican-hacienda aesthetic welcomes guests to their rooms with hand-painted and stenciled furnishings and terra-cotta tiles.

Quietly tucked away on the beach, this seaside getaway has four buildings that offer standard rooms, studios, and bungalow suites with kitchenettes and dining areas. The expansive retro-theme lobby doubles as an art gallery featuring rotating work by local artists and a coffee and gelato shop; the space is often used for open mic or karaoke nights. Consider staying in the bungalow building for access to a quieter, private pool and glorious ocean views, especially at sunrise.

This highly rated family-run hotel sits on 300 feet of beachy paradise with plenty of cozy spots, two heated pools, and an atmosphere that keeps visitors coming back for more. Accommodations—poolside or oceanfront—range from standard rooms to efficiencies with kitchens to full apartments with separate bedrooms and one or two baths. Nine rooms have private balconies. There's also a two-bedroom beach house.