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The best hotels in Hollywood Beach, Fort Lauderdale, ranked

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#7 of 9 places to stay in Fort Lauderdale

Axel's take on Hollywood Beach

5.2/10

The strongest choice for a beach holiday built around walking.

Getting around
0.9
On your doorstep
2.5
Hotels
7.2
Value
4.8
Axel’s verdict
7.8

Hollywood Beach's big advantage is the Broadwalk: a long, pedestrian beachfront where cafés, cycling, beach access and people-watching share the same route. Around Johnson Street, the bandshell and nearby restaurants create a natural evening gathering place. Families can build an easy routine here without repeatedly crossing A1A between their accommodation and the sand.

It is its own beach destination, not downtown Fort Lauderdale with a different postcode. Expect a separate journey for Las Olas, museums and most conventions. Central Broadwalk addresses trade quiet for convenience; head away from Johnson Street if you would rather hear less entertainment outside your window. Skip it if your plans are mainly farther north.

Best for
familiestravelers without a car
Skip it if
Your schedule revolves around central Fort Lauderdale; You need silence beside the main entertainment area
Getting around
Walk or cycle the Broadwalk; BCT 4 serves A1A and connects with the airport Tri-Rail station. From FLL, use a taxi or airport shuttle then 4; from MIA, use Tri-Rail plus a local connection or a road transfer.
After dark
Johnson Street has live music and restaurant activity; visitors describe a quieter atmosphere farther from the bandshell.
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The best hotels in Hollywood Beach, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel is scored for what it is by Axel's own review. The rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates. Typical Axel rate $206 a night · usually 10% under the public rate.

  1. Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
    #1 in Hollywood Beach

    Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort

    a lively, upscale 4-star beachfront resort on Hollywood Beach

    8.8/10

    A strong beachfront pick for pool days and live music, with substantial extras.

    • families who want pools and beach access
    • couples who enjoy live music
    • beachgoers who prefer walking to restaurants
    Axel
    $281 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 14 to Dec 18, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13

  2. #2 in Hollywood Beach

    The Diane Oceanfront Suites

    a small beachfront motel with kitchens on Hollywood Beach’s Broadwalk

    8.8/10

    A strong beachfront pick for space and location, provided you can tolerate nightlife noise.

    • independent beachgoers
    • families wanting a kitchen
    • longer stays near restaurants
  3. #3 in Hollywood Beach

    Hotel Sheldon

    a simple independent 3-star on Hollywood Beach’s Broadwalk

    8.3/10

    A strong beachfront pick if you want location over resort extras.

    • couples planning a beach break
    • travelers exploring without a car
    • beachgoers who prefer simple hotels
  4. Hollywood Beach Marriott
    #4 in Hollywood Beach

    Hollywood Beach Marriott

    a full-service 4-star beachfront hotel on Hollywood’s Broadwalk

    8.3/10

    A strong beachfront choice for friendly service and easy beach days, despite dated interiors.

    • couples planning relaxed beach breaks
    • families who prioritize beach access
    • travelers who enjoy Broadwalk strolls
    Axel
    $264 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Oct 18 to Oct 20, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12

  5. Costa Hollywood Beach Resort
    #5 in Hollywood Beach

    Costa Hollywood Beach Resort

    A 4-star condo-style resort steps from Hollywood Beach

    8.0/10

    Come for the beach access and rooftop pool, but check who manages your room.

    • Families wanting suite space
    • Beachgoers who prefer walking to restaurants
    • Travelers comfortable with condo-style stays
    Axel
    $115 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12

  6. The Surf Hollywood Beach
    #6 in Hollywood Beach

    The Surf Hollywood Beach

    a simple beachfront apartment hotel on Hollywood's Broadwalk

    8.0/10

    A strong beach base for independent travelers, with less dependable service.

    • independent beachgoers
    • families wanting a kitchen
    • longer self-catering stays
    Axel
    $154 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Oct 19 to Oct 27, 2026 · 8 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10

  7. #7 in Hollywood Beach

    Caribbean Resort by the Ocean

    A simple, motel-style 3-star with kitchens near Hollywood Beach

    7.9/10

    A practical beach base with useful kitchens, friendly staff and some rough edges.

    • Beachgoers who prioritize walkability
    • Self-catering couples and small families
    • Travelers who enjoy a lively tiki bar
  8. The St Maurice Beach Inn
    #8 in Hollywood Beach

    The St Maurice Beach Inn

    A no-frills 2-star beach motel in Hollywood

    7.8/10

    A strong beach-budget pick, provided you can live with aging rooms and awkward parking.

    • Budget-minded beachgoers
    • Car-free couples
    • Short pre- or post-cruise stays
    Axel
    $79 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Oct 18 to Oct 20, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12

  9. #9 in Hollywood Beach

    Hollywood Beach Tower

    a simple 3-star beachfront timeshare-style aparthotel

    7.2/10

    Book it for beach access, not polished rooms or full hotel service.

    • Beach-first couples
    • Self-catering travelers
    • Families prioritizing pool and sand

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Axel's take on Hollywood Beach: #7 of 9 in Fort Lauderdale, 5.2/10

The strongest choice for a beach holiday built around walking. The Broadwalk supplies character, nearby activity and strong hotels, but poor access to central Fort Lauderdale keeps it seventh.

Hollywood Beach's big advantage is the Broadwalk: a long, pedestrian beachfront where cafés, cycling, beach access and people-watching share the same route. Around Johnson Street, the bandshell and nearby restaurants create a natural evening gathering place. Families can build an easy routine here without repeatedly crossing A1A between their accommodation and the sand.

It is its own beach destination, not downtown Fort Lauderdale with a different postcode. Expect a separate journey for Las Olas, museums and most conventions. Central Broadwalk addresses trade quiet for convenience; head away from Johnson Street if you would rather hear less entertainment outside your window. Skip it if your plans are mainly farther north.

  • Best for: families, travelers without a car
  • Skip it if: Your schedule revolves around central Fort Lauderdale; You need silence beside the main entertainment area
  • Getting around: Walk or cycle the Broadwalk; BCT 4 serves A1A and connects with the airport Tri-Rail station. From FLL, use a taxi or airport shuttle then 4; from MIA, use Tri-Rail plus a local connection or a road transfer.
  • After dark: Johnson Street has live music and restaurant activity; visitors describe a quieter atmosphere farther from the bandshell.
  • Rates: Typical Axel rate $206 a night · usually 10% under the public rate

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The best hotels in Hollywood Beach, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel scored for what it is by Axel's own review; the rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates.

  1. Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort 8.8/10, lively, upscale 4-star beachfront resort on Hollywood Beach. A strong beachfront pick for pool days and live music, with substantial extras. $281 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  2. The Diane Oceanfront Suites 8.8/10, small beachfront motel with kitchens on Hollywood Beach’s Broadwalk. A strong beachfront pick for space and location, provided you can tolerate nightlife noise.
  3. Hotel Sheldon 8.3/10, simple independent 3-star on Hollywood Beach’s Broadwalk. A strong beachfront pick if you want location over resort extras.
  4. Hollywood Beach Marriott 8.3/10, full-service 4-star beachfront hotel on Hollywood’s Broadwalk. A strong beachfront choice for friendly service and easy beach days, despite dated interiors. $264 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  5. Costa Hollywood Beach Resort 8.0/10, 4-star condo-style resort steps from Hollywood Beach. Come for the beach access and rooftop pool, but check who manages your room. $115 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  6. The Surf Hollywood Beach 8.0/10, simple beachfront apartment hotel on Hollywood's Broadwalk. A strong beach base for independent travelers, with less dependable service. $154 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  7. Caribbean Resort by the Ocean 7.9/10, simple, motel-style 3-star with kitchens near Hollywood Beach. A practical beach base with useful kitchens, friendly staff and some rough edges.
  8. The St Maurice Beach Inn 7.8/10, no-frills 2-star beach motel in Hollywood. A strong beach-budget pick, provided you can live with aging rooms and awkward parking. $79 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  9. Hollywood Beach Tower 7.2/10, simple 3-star beachfront timeshare-style aparthotel. Book it for beach access, not polished rooms or full hotel service.

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