When you pull up to the beautiful W Fort Lauderdale, which consists of two 23-story towers, the first thing you notice is the energy. The beachfront property doesn’t sleep (though things nod off a bit in the wee hours). Music and laughter echo from all directions, and it is easy to fall right in the groove of it all.
The 517 rooms (including private residences) are designed with floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies and a showstopping carpet that mimics ocean waves.
The sun and sand await. At the WET Deck, sprawl out on a daybed and take in the live beats coming from the pool area. The ultra-modern Living Room lounge has ample seating for private tête-à-têtes. An all-day menu and full bar make this a great spot to lounge and nosh in the heat of the day or in the evening when a party atmosphere takes over. If sun is your plan, hang out on the rooftop deck or head to the sand. Both offer snack and cocktail service all day, and by night, the rooftop brings twinkling city views and channels a club vibe with a DJ.
For next-level relaxation, a trip to AWAY Spa will melt any residual wedding stress away. The large roster of services include body treatments, makeup, mani/pedis and facials. Ready for more action? Borrow bikes and tool around town, or take a water taxi to the historic Las Olas area for shopping and sightseeing.
Dining options include El Vez, an authentic Mexican spot with traditional favorites on tap. Celebrated restaurateur Stephen Starr’s Steak 954 features a stunning focal point: an oversized aquarium filled with mesmerizing jellyfish. The menu is equally awesome, drawing inspiration from the sea, while also offering impressive treatments on prime steaks, Wagyu beef and Colorado rack of lamb.
There is so much to do here that you’ll leave tanned, happy and ready for your next chapter, but maybe needing a nap first!