History Fort Lauderdale

 

The Fort Lauderdale Hotel, also known as the Fort, is the oldest hotel in Broward County and Florida. It was built in 1886 on a former sugar plantation called Maitland Plantation. Originally, it had three buildings—the main hotel, carriage house and stables. In 1894, the hotel got its current name after being named after Major Samuel B. Fort (1823–1906), who was an officer in the United States Army that settled in South Florida during the Territorial period after the American Civil War. Today, The Fort Lauderdale Hotel has been fully restored to its original glory as a beautiful boutique resort and museum. In addition to being a registered historic landmark of both the State of Florida and City of Fort Lauderdale, it is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places listings under Palm Beach County, State of Florida – Section 7100083. You can visit this historic site at 231 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.  Next Article

 

What is a Hotel?

A hotel is a business that provides lodging, either rooms or suites, and may also supply meals. Hotels may be primarily for traveling or leisure purposes, or may be specialized, such as for business and tourism, or for another activity.

 

The Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel Building

The Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel is located on the corner of Las Olas Boulevard and Federal Highway. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places listings under Palm Beach County, State of Florida – Section 7100083. The hotel was built in 1886–87 by architect Thomas S. Johnson. The hotel was rebuilt in 1927. In the early 1930s, it was the second largest hotel in Florida, after the Hotel Jenne in Jacksonville. Before the Great Depression, the resort had a golf course, tennis court, swimming pool, nine-hole golf course, gardens, a croquet course, a yacht basin, a fishing pond, a golf course and a coconut grove. Check This Out

 

The Westin Beaches Resort and Spa

The Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel became the Westin Beaches Resort and Spa on October 1, 2006. Located on three-acres of beachfront land, the hotel is a luxurious resort that features 344 guestrooms. The resort also has a fitness center, indoor pool, spa and beautiful gardens. The Westin Beaches Resort and Spa is a 5-Star resort, with a AAA Five Diamond rating. The resort has 4 restaurants, including a restaurant and bar overlooking the beach, and a Mediterranean-inspired buffet restaurant. With both indoor and outdoor seating, the resort has a great view of the beach.