Fort Lauderdale
Dubbed the Venice of America with its waterways and intricate canals, Fort Lauderdale is something a bit different. If you're craving sunshine and beaches, there are 8 glorious beach villages to choose from, each with their own vibe.
Visitors have an abundance of restaurants and bars to choose from, the Fort Lauderdale food scene just made the 2025 Florida Michelin Guide, with over 4,000 dining sports, from dock-and-dine gems, to beachside bites, the city knows how to serve up.
As well as great shopping, quaint boutiques or Sawgrass Mills (One of America's biggest outlet malls), you'll get your retail fix for sure.
For a more leisurely vibe, stroll the boulevard 'Las Olas' or down Hollywood Beach oceanfront and see all the walkers, cyclists and rollerbladers setting their own pace on this path, which is surrounded by six miles of beautiful coastline.
You can visit the great Everglades and glide across them on an airboat tour, spot gators and view the beautiful Florida nature.
If it's sunshine, beaches, the perfect spot for a pre or post cruise ? Fort Lauderdale is ready when you are.
4* Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Location
This hotel lies just across the coastal road from popular Fort Lauderdale Beach, which may be reached via a private footbridge. There is easy access to shopping options including Las Olas, Galleria Mall and Sawgrass Mills.
Facilities
296 non-smoking rooms and 2 suites are available to guests in a 16-storey main building and a 4-storey auxiliary building. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The resort has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The resort has wheelchair-accessible facilities and a lift. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the resort feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can relax on the balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The wide range of activities offered at the resort ensures that there is something new to do every day, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, basketball and fishing. With windsurfing, jet skiing, sailing, snorkelling and diving available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. Sport and leisure facilities at the resort include a gym, billiards and aerobics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments. An entertainment programme and a kids' club round out the entertainment options.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a café and a bar. Delicious specialities await guests in 3 non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurants. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals. The complex also offers picnics. The resort offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
