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RESORT COMPARISON · FORT LAUDERDALE

Hollywood Beach Marriott vs Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach

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What the badges mean:FPFamily Preferred — solid family choiceFFFamily First — built around kids & teens
KIDDOMETER RECOMMENDATION

Best for most families: Hollywood Beach Marriott

FPFamily Preferred

Hollywood Beach Marriott offers strong family amenities like beach access, a family-friendly pool, and a kids' menu, making it ideal for a family-preferred stay.

✓ OUR PICK
Hollywood Beach Marriott
FPFamily Preferred

Hollywood Beach Marriott

$$$ Per night, avg.

This stylish hotel offers families direct access to the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk and the Atlantic Ocean. Suites provide separate living areas with pull-out sofas, making them suitable for guests with children.

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
FPFamily Preferred

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach

$$$$ Per night, avg.

This beachfront hotel offers families comfortable accommodations with ocean views and practical amenities. Suites provide additional living space and pull-out sofas, catering to family needs.

AT A GLANCE

Quick Facts

FEATURE
Hollywood Beach Marriott
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
Spa
Not included
✓ Yes
Price
$$$
$$$$
Best For
Best for families with elementary-age children and teenagers, as well as multi-generational groups looking for direct beach and boardwalk access.
Families with elementary-age children and pre-teens looking for a comfortable beach hotel.
WHAT THEY BOTH SHARE
✓ Beachfront✓ Family Rooms
AROUND THE RESORT

Nearby Highlights

HOLLYWOOD BEACH MARRIOTT
→Hollywood Beach / Hollywood Broadwalk — Directly on
→Charnow Park — 0.3 mi / 5 min walk
→Hollywood North Beach Park — 0.4 mi / 8 min walk
→Anne Kolb Nature Center — 0.8 mi / 5 min drive
→The ArtsPark at Young Circle — 2.0 mi / 8 min drive
SONESTA FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
→Fort Lauderdale Beach — Directly on
→Hugh Taylor Birch State Park — ~2 min walk (0.3 miles)
→Bonnet House Museum & Gardens — ~1 min walk (0.2 miles)
→Las Olas Boulevard — 7 min drive (3.7 miles) or 30 min bus ride
→Museum of Discovery and Science — 6 min drive (4 miles)
THE UPSIDE

Things Families Love

HOLLYWOOD BEACH MARRIOTT
✓Directly on the Hollywood Broadwalk, offering easy access to the beach and activities
✓Latitudes Restaurant offers a dedicated kids' menu with familiar options like chicken fingers and cheeseburgers
✓Complimentary use of bicycles allows families to explore the Broadwalk together
✓The outdoor, oceanfront pool provides a refreshing spot for all ages to enjoy
✓Close proximity to Charnow Park, featuring a children's water play area
SONESTA FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
✓Directly across from Fort Lauderdale Beach with easy access to the sand and ocean
✓Outdoor pool provides a fun space for both children and adults to enjoy
✓Spacious rooms and suites offer comfortable lodging for families
✓In-room mini-fridges are convenient for snacks and drinks
✓Children 17 and under stay free when using existing bedding
✓Beach chairs and towels included with the resort fee
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Things to Know

HOLLYWOOD BEACH MARRIOTT
!The hotel's outdoor pool does not feature waterslides or specific splash pads
!While some beach chairs may be complimentary, umbrellas often incur an additional daily fee
!No dedicated kids' club or supervised children's programming is offered on-site
!On-site parking, both self and valet, comes with daily fees
!In-room wireless internet access is available for an extra daily charge
SONESTA FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
!The hotel does not feature a dedicated kids' club or water park on-site
!Valet parking incurs a high daily fee
!Resort fee is additional and includes basic amenities like Wi-Fi and two beach chairs
!Steelpan restaurant has breakfast items that might appeal to kids, but a specific children's menu for other meals is not clearly advertised
!Some guest feedback indicates rooms can be smaller than depicted online and decor might be a bit dated in certain areas
RATES & PHOTOS

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