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B Ocean Resort

1140 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL

3.7/5Good! (3,509 reviews)

"Great view. Clean pool. Pricy food and drinks though. Great valet help. Clean beach. Attendants on site."…"

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2021

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sunrise - Sawgrass Mills

13400 West Sunrise Boulevard, Sunrise, FL

4.4/5Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

"Location was great. Very convenient. Staff was helpful too."…"

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2021

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL

4.1/5Very Good! (1,088 reviews)

"I loved the location, the view, the staff, and the on site restaurant was fabulous!"…"

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2021

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What Is a Hostel?

If you're searching for low-cost places to stay in Fort Lauderdale, a hostel in town could be a great choice for you. These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but all of them have a few things in common:

Budget-friendly prices
A social setting
Shared rooms (though many have private options too)

By choosing a hostel in Fort Lauderdale, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your budget for exploring during your stay. The beaches create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the marina.

Hostels in Fort Lauderdale

You might be asking, what are some top hostels in Fort Lauderdale? According to reviews from our guests, these have positive ratings:

Sheridan Guesthouse - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. Rooms come with towels, coffee/tea makers, and linens.

The Hotel Deauville - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. You'll find showers in all rooms.

Sheridan Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and barbecue grills, as well as a picnic area. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries, and lockers.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Fort Lauderdale?

The weather can be important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that may be helpful:

The hottest months are typically August and July, while January and December are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 80° F and nighttime temperatures average 57° F
April-June: 89° F is the daytime average and 64° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 90° F and nighttime averages are around 74° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 88° F during the day and 58° F at night
Average rainfall is 66.50 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Fort Lauderdale?

Depending on your interests, you might enjoy these places:

Top Sights

Aventura Mall
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Natural Features

Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
Patrick J. Meli Park and Community Center
Riverwalk

Cultural Attractions

Historic Stranahan House Museum
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
International Swimming Hall of Fame

In general, Fort Lauderdale is known for its:

Beaches
Bars
Excursions
Marina
Shopping
Live music
Entertainment

How to Get to Fort Lauderdale and Around the Area

You can find the nearest airport in Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.), 4.2 mi (6.8 km) away from the city center. Another option is Fort Lauderdale, FL (FXE-Fort Lauderdale Executive), situated 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Fort Lauderdale Station, Fort Lauderdale Station, or Fort Lauderdale Airport Station.

Frequently asked questions

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. The beaches create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the marina.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: The Hotel Deauville - Located within a 5-minute walk of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. You’ll find showers in all rooms. Sheridan Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. Sheridan Guesthouse - Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. Rooms come with towels, TVs, and coffee/tea makers. Casa Blanca Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and air conditioning. Rooms come with coffee/tea makers and linens.

If you’re in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Fort Lauderdale, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great choice for you.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 68°F. The rainiest months in Fort Lauderdale are June, September, August, and July, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

Generally, Fort Lauderdale is known for its beaches, bars, and marina. Major attractions include Las Olas Beach, Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, and Fort Lauderdale Beach. Get out into nature with places like Riverwalk, Hollywood Beach, and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens. Cultural attractions include BB&T Center, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, and Museum of Discovery and Science.

Keep this information about transit options in Fort Lauderdale in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Miami Intl. Airport (MIA), 25 mi (40.2 km) away. An alternative is Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL), which is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Fort Lauderdale Station, Fort Lauderdale Station, or Fort Lauderdale Airport Station.

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