Riverside Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1498 reviews)
620 East Las Olas Boulevard , Fort Lauderdale , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Elevator problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Dirty floors reported in multiple reviews and mold smell cited.
Service
9.25
Mixed reviews on service; some staff were helpful and kind, while others were curt.
Location
9.45
Excellent location near the river walk and many dining options.
Room Quality
7.95
Small pillows and hard beds mentioned negatively, impacting comfort.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities appreciated but had some issues with elevators.
Value for Money
8.45
Mixed sentiment; some felt the stay was not worth the price.
Food and Beverage
8.95
Good food reported; credit for a meal appreciated.
Overall Experience
9.15
An ok stay overall; potential for improvement noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 12:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Experience the epitome of comfort at Riverside Hotel, where each guest room is equipped with coffee facilities, a mini-fridge, and an in-room safe. Relax in style and convenience during your stay.

Dining Delights

Satisfy your taste buds at the hotel's two renowned restaurants - the Wild Sea Oyster Bar and Grille, and The Boathouse at the Riverside. For a more casual setting, enjoy drinks at the Golden Lyon Pub and Prestons Lounge.

Exciting Amenities

Take advantage of the outdoor heated pool, boat dock, gym, and business centre during your visit. With free WiFi and room service available, every need is catered to for a memorable stay.

Book now and indulge in a luxurious stay at Riverside Hotel, conveniently located just 5.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

The pool will be closed May 22-May 29th due to repairs.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FLL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 36 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1498 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.95
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Phil family_with_children us
8
Overall a great place to stay, location being the best thing about it along with the staff.
Pros:

Breakfast and the servers were awesome !

Cons:

Cleaning staff talked loudly almost every morning. I don’t think they needed to be so loud that early, app. 7:30 am until 9:30 am

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
10
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Yamil_Gozme NONE Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
10
Excellence!
Pros:

The service was excellent, the food very good, and the setting beautiful. The hotel staff is always attentive to all the guests' needs and questions.

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
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Jerri couple us
9
Amazing
Pros:

Beautiful property. Great staff friendly and helpful

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Rupert couple gb
8
Comfortable and Great Value
Pros:

The location is exceedingly good and the rooms comfortable. Food onsite was great too with various options.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Mariel Alejandra couple ar
1
Pensaba otra cosa
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

El trato del personal en general desde la recepción a los de puerta

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Lahna couple us
10
One of my all time favorites
Pros:

Location, quality, staff. Let us in early at our request. Boutique feel in a big property .

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Chris couple us
9
had another very good stay at the Riverside!
Pros:

check in was quick and easy. Elizabeth was very proficient and pleasant. Lobby and rooms all very clean . Overall had a great pre cruise stay. ate at the Boathouse and Wild Sea. Annabelle was our server at dinner, drink and food recommendations on point! looking forward to another pre cruise stay in a few months. So nice to see Alfredo at the bell/valet desk! .

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Brett couple us
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple us
10
Wonderful time !
Pros:

Location

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
B
Beverley extended_group ca
10
Great
Pros:

location , location, location and excellent food

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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noramN6434YW Family
10
Alfredo is the best!
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at the Riverside Hotel. All the employees were friendly and helpful. It wouldn’t have been as complete if we didn’t meet Alfredo. He is by far the best valet we have ever met. Professional, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Because of him we will be back.

2026-03-30 via Tripadvisor
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lindsayg567 Couples Edinburgh, Scotland
10
Fort Lauderdale at its charming best
Pros:

Another outstanding stay at the Riverside, pre-cruise. We love this hotel with its old world charm. The rooms have been updated and we had a generously sized king that was nicely appointed. The pool deck has a great, chilled vibe surrounded with lush planting, right next to passing boats on the New River to keep you entertained, and the Boathouse to keep you fed and watered.

2026-03-30 via Tripadvisor
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David family_with_children us
10
We will be back. This hotel was welcoming, centrally located. Plenty of things to do.
Pros:

The location was perfect for walking around Las Olas Blvd. Central to everything, restaurants, shopping, tours.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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brittneyf2018 NONE Roseville, Placer County, California
10
We started with 2 dirty rooms but ended up in a nice clean room and management was helpful and kind
Pros:

We were first put in 2 separate rooms that had not been cleaned. Although, we are happy about how it was handled. Management was very helpful and handled it pretty fast.

2026-03-29 via Tripadvisor
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janedN7143FI Family
10
Would stay again
Pros:

Great location, nice restaurants, wished the bar area was open later to watch late basketball games during March Madness, not bad getting to HardRock for Miami Open, even easier getting to FLL if you fly there, nice walk on river or past shops to beach, clean and spacious rooms, friendly staff

2026-03-28 via Tripadvisor
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Mairead couple ie
10
Lovely hotel, fantastic location - the Boathouse is the main attraction!
Pros:

Fantastic location right on Olas Boulevard and next to the river. Bedroom was large and nicely furnished. We loved the Boathouse with its beautiful pool, gym and restaurant.

Cons:

Wait times in bar. One bar tender working in the bar during St Patrick’s Day parade (which passed by front of hotel on Olas). They knew there would be a huge crowd, strange more staff would not be provided.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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jld9 NONE Elora, Centre Wellington, Ontario
10
lovely
Pros:

We stayed here after a cruise. Were able to get into our room early (930 am) for an additional $50. well worth it. The room was spacious, clean and well-appointed. Staff were gracious and helpful. The location is great...right in the thick of things on Los Olas. We will definitely return.

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
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Angel couple us
8
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Celina family_with_children br
9
Pros:

Localização

2026-03-24 via Nuitee