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greater Fort Lauderdale hotels under $200 a night, Dec 12 to 17, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 5 nights, Saturday to Thursday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 19 of the 38 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $200 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: the easiest small-town beach holiday, especially for families and couples. Pompano Beach: a slower beach holiday with a proper waterfront gathering place. Fort Lauderdale Airport and Dania Beach: a sensible stopover, but not a substitute for staying by the sea. Port Everglades and Convention Center: choose convenience for a convention or cruise, not beach atmosphere.

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greater Fort Lauderdale hotels under $200 a night, Dec 12 to 17, 2026

Every rate below was under $200 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Compound search: hotels in greater Fort Lauderdale under $200 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-12-12, check-out 2026-12-17, 5 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: Lauderdale-by-the-Sea; Pompano Beach; Fort Lauderdale Airport & Dania Beach; Port Everglades & Convention Center. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-12-12 to 2026-12-17; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (19 of 38 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: The easiest small-town beach holiday, especially for families and couples. Typical $151 a night. Subway: Walk around Anglin's Square.
  • Pompano Beach: A slower beach holiday with a proper waterfront gathering place. Typical $156 a night. Subway: Walk the Fishing Village.
  • Fort Lauderdale Airport & Dania Beach: A sensible stopover, but not a substitute for staying by the sea. Typical $176 a night. Subway: BCT 1 serves Federal Highway and 4 serves Dania Beach Boulevard.
  • Port Everglades & Convention Center: Choose convenience for a convention or cruise, not beach atmosphere. Typical $243 a night. Subway: BCT 40 follows SE 17th Street to the beach and downtown.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Sea Club Resort — 3-star, independent

2. Motel 6 Fort Lauderdale, FL — 2-star, Motel 6

3. Ocean Mile Hotel — 2-star, independent

4. Motel 6 Dania Beach — 2-star, Motel 6

5. Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Hotel & Suites — 3-star, independent

6. Ocean Beach Palace Hotel and Suites — 3-star, independent

More hotels in the area (32)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Dec 12 to 17, 2026
  1. Sea Club Resort, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    #1 of 6 · Fort Lauderdale Beach

    Sea Club Resort

    3-star · Independent

    $65a night · Dec 12 to 17

    A very low-rate beach location with included parking, only if upkeep is secondary. You accept serious recurring cleanliness and maintenance complaints; redevelopment uncertainty. Seven minutes' walk to Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, 25 minutes' walk to Fort Lauderdale Beach at Las Olas Boulevard.

    $27/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $313 vs $366 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 12 to 17, two adults: $326 all in for 5 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Motel 6 Fort Lauderdale, FL, Fort Lauderdale Airport & Dania Beach
    #2 of 6 · Fort Lauderdale Airport & Dania Beach

    Motel 6 Fort Lauderdale, FL

    2-star · Motel 6

    $83a night · Dec 12 to 17

    A low-rate roadside overnight for drivers bringing pets, with free parking. You accept inconsistent rooms and odors; no elevator.

    Dec 12 to 17, two adults: $415 all in for 5 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Ocean Mile Hotel, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
    #3 of 6 · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

    Ocean Mile Hotel

    2-star · Independent

    $89a night · Dec 12 to 17

    A low-rate beach-area option with free parking and selected kitchenette rooms. You accept inconsistent cleanliness, faulty fittings and limited overnight assistance.

    Dec 12 to 17, two adults: $445 all in for 5 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Motel 6 Dania Beach, Fort Lauderdale Airport & Dania Beach
    #4 of 6 · Fort Lauderdale Airport & Dania Beach

    Motel 6 Dania Beach

    2-star · Motel 6

    $91a night · Dec 12 to 17

    Bare-bones airport proximity with free pet stays and parking for drivers prioritizing cost. You accept recurring cleanliness, pest, maintenance and reservation problems.

    Dec 12 to 17, two adults: $455 all in for 5 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Hotel & Suites, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
    #5 of 6 · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

    Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Hotel & Suites

    3-star · Independent

    $114a night · Dec 12 to 17

    Included parking and in-room food preparation near the beach for budget-minded drivers. You accept dated rooms, uneven maintenance and an A1A crossing.

    $25/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $292 vs $343 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 12 to 17, two adults: $568 all in for 5 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Ocean Beach Palace Hotel and Suites, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
    #6 of 6 · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

    Ocean Beach Palace Hotel and Suites

    3-star · Independent

    $115a night · Dec 12 to 17

    Lower-rate beach-area studios with kitchen options, breakfast and a heated pool. You accept traffic and air-conditioning noise, uneven rooms and extra fees.

    $45/night less than Expedia (21%)

    Axel $335 vs $426 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 12 to 17, two adults: $575 all in for 5 nights, of which $57 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

19 of 38 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Downtown, FL · Las Olas · 3-star$145/night less than Expedia (38%)

    Axel $463 vs $753 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  2. 2. Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Downtown Las Olas Area · Las Olas · 3-star$122/night less than Expedia (33%)

    Axel $497 vs $740 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  3. 3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street Hotel · Port Everglades · 3-star$101/night less than Expedia (26%)

    Axel $588 vs $790 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  4. 4. Sands Harbor Resort and Marina · Pompano Beach · 3-star$50/night less than Expedia (26%)

    Axel $279 vs $379 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  5. 5. Club Wyndham Sea Gardens · Pompano Beach · 3-star$80/night less than Expedia (25%)

    Axel $472 vs $632 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  6. 6. Crowne Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruiseport by IHG · Port Everglades · 3-star$77/night less than Expedia (22%)

    Axel $531 vs $685 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  7. 7. Ocean Beach Club Hotel · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 3-star$49/night less than Expedia (22%)

    Axel $339 vs $436 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

  8. 8. Ocean Beach Palace Hotel and Suites · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 3-star$45/night less than Expedia (21%)

    Axel $335 vs $426 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 12 to 17

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

32 more
  1. 1. Club Wyndham Sea Gardens · Pompano Beach · 3-star$80/night less than Expedia (25%)$123Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  2. 2. Ocean Beach Club Hotel · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 3-star$49/night less than Expedia (22%)$128Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  3. 3. Rolo Beach Hotel · Fort Lauderdale Beach · 3-star$4/night less than Expedia (2%)$135Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  4. 4. The St Maurice Beach Inn · Hollywood Beach · 2-star$138Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  5. 5. Hampton Inn Fort Lauderdale Pompano Beach · Pompano Beach · 2-star$141Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  6. 6. Green Island Inn · Galt Ocean Mile · 2-star$144Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  7. 7. Best Florida Resort Hotel · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 2-star$144Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  8. 8. La Costa Beach Club · Pompano Beach · 3-star$56/night less than Expedia (20%)$145Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  9. 9. Oasis Hotel · Port Everglades · 2-star$147Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  10. 10. Casitas Coral Ridge · Galt Ocean Mile · 2-star$148Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  11. 11. Club Wyndham Santa Barbara · Pompano Beach · 3-star$149Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  12. 12. Rodeway Inn & Suites Fll Airport - Cruise Port · Fort Lauderdale Airport$151Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  13. 13. The Garden Hotel & Resort · Galt Ocean Mile · 4-star$152Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  14. 14. Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach · Galt Ocean Mile · 3-star$39/night less than Expedia (14%)$153Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  15. 15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port · Fort Lauderdale Airport · 3-star$42/night less than Expedia (16%)$155Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  16. 16. Costa Hollywood Beach Resort · Hollywood Beach · 4-star$162Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  17. 17. Ocean Manor Beach Hotel · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 3-star$27/night less than Booking.com (11%)$162Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  18. 18. Beachcomber Resort & Club · Pompano Beach · 4-star$165Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  19. 19. Hollywood Beach Tower · Hollywood Beach · 3-star$167Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  20. 20. Hilton Garden Inn Fort Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port · Fort Lauderdale Airport · 3-star$20/night less than Expedia (14%)$171Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  21. 21. Plunge Beach Resort · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 2-star$172Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  22. 22. Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street Hotel · Port Everglades · 3-star$101/night less than Expedia (26%)$175Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  23. 23. B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach · Harbor Beach · 4-star$41/night less than Expedia (14%)$176Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  24. 24. Sands Harbor Resort and Marina · Pompano Beach · 3-star$50/night less than Expedia (26%)$181Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  25. 25. Crowne Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruiseport by IHG · Port Everglades · 3-star$77/night less than Expedia (22%)$183Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  26. 26. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Downtown, FL · Las Olas · 3-star$145/night less than Expedia (38%)$184Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  27. 27. Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port · Port Everglades · 3-star$48/night less than Expedia (16%)$184Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  28. 28. SpringHill Suites Marriott Ft Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port · Fort Lauderdale Airport · 3-star$7/night less than Expedia (2%)$185Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  29. 29. Ocean Sky Hotel and Resort · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea · 4-star$188Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  30. 30. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Fort Lauderdale - Convention Center - Cruise Port · Port Everglades · 2-star$189Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  31. 31. Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Downtown Las Olas Area · Las Olas · 3-star$122/night less than Expedia (33%)$193Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
  32. 32. Hotel Sheldon · Hollywood Beach · 3-star$196Rooms for Dec 12 to 17
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