Riverside Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1394 reviews)
620 East Las Olas Boulevard , Fort Lauderdale , US
+1 954-467-0671

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location, walkable to restaurants and Las Olas
Friendly and helpful staff; helpful reception and prompt maintenance
Comfortable beds and charming, preserved hotel character
Complimentary energy drinks and good bar food; cocktail vouchers given
Cons:
Cleanliness and room maintenance issues (musty/damp rooms, mould, failing sealant)
Hotel feels tired and in need of refurbishment
Inconsistent amenities (no fridge in rooms, pool closed without notice, TV streaming issues)
Occasional HVAC/noise problems and parking/crowd access difficulties during events

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Multiple reviews report rooms not clean, musty or damp (mould, clammy sheets, sealant falling out); a few guests noted very clean rooms, but cleanliness issues are frequent enough to lower this score.
Service
9.6
Several guests praise reception staff (helpful gentleman, prompt engineering response, friendly staff and upgrades), though one review mentioned an incompetent reception — overall service is a strong positive.
Location
9.8
Consistently highlighted as excellent: central, walkable to restaurants and Las Olas, riverside position; location is a primary strength across reviews.
Room Quality
6.5
Rooms are mixed: comfortable beds and some clean rooms, but many mentions of a tired property, musty rooms, noisy AC/heating failures and occasional maintenance issues (sealant, temperature inconsistencies).
Amenities
9.2
Positive notes for complimentary energy drinks and good bar offerings; however, guests reported issues like no fridge, closed pool without warning, streaming/TV access problems and coffee packs not refreshed — amenities are useful but inconsistent.
Value for Money
9.4
Many guests feel the location and character deliver strong value; some reviews question worth due to needed refurbishments and maintenance problems, but overall perceived value remains high because of location and service.
Food and Beverage
9.5
Bar food described as delicious, guests appreciated cocktail vouchers and in-room drinks; F&B receives largely positive mentions.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall sentiment is positive: charming, well-located, many repeat guests and upgrades noted; negatives (cleanliness, maintenance, some amenity failures) temper the stay but do not dominate guests' overall impressions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:04

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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Jul 20, 2026 until Fri, Oct 9, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1394 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Karina Viviana • couple • ar
7
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
7
Did not meet expectations.
Pros:

Location great

Cons:

Room not clean, hotel seemed tired.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Michael Minns • family_with_children • bs
10
Pros:

The gentleman at reception was absolutely great and gave us two vouchers for two cocktails. We were even upgraded to a balcony room which wss great just wish we could have stayed longer. They have great energy drinks in the room which is delicious. The food at the bar was delicious. The room was very clean and comfortable

Cons:

Our stay was way too short

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Janice • couple • au
10
Charming town fantastic selection of restaurants and a very comfortable motel
Pros:

The location , very peaceful , beds v comfy. Country setting

Cons:

Could do with an external jet wash to remove cobwebs - but other than that nothing

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • solo_traveller • us
10
Our second stay at this lovely old hotel did not disappoint
Pros:

This is a lovely hotel property, which is in a great location in Fort Lauderdale. There are so many things within a short walk. It’s great to see that this hotel is being preserved in its old style form.

Cons:

There really wasn’t anything that we did not like.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Jesus • couple • us
10
thanks
Pros:

everything

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • extended_group • de
6
Ganz in Ordnung
Pros:

Die Lage ist spitze. Zu Fuß direkt am Las Olas.
Im Zimmer gab es so Energiedrinks umsonst. Die waren echt gut.

Cons:

Es ist für ein bis zwei Nächte in Ordnung aber sonst lieber ein Hotel mit mehr Komfort.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • couple • gb
6
Not bad value for a convenient location but the hotel is tired.
Pros:

Location was great. Close to main restaurants and bars and right in the riverside.

Cons:

Tired and needs a refurb. The room we had was a bit musty and for example all the sealant around the sink was falling out. Luke warm water for the shower on day one and stone cold on day two. Coffee amenity pack not refreshed so no coffee on day two. Not much of an apology from staff on either point.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Gloria • family_with_children • us
9
Best location. A few caveats.
Pros:

Location was fantastic. Room, bed, and linens were clean and comfortable. Hotel and staff were lovely.

Cons:

Parking was difficult. We couldn't get to the front of the hotel to check in and drop off bags or valet due to crowds from an event blocking off Las Olas. Also, the heat didn't work in the room. Engineering came quickly to fix it, but it was broken again the next day. Netflix and other streaming services do not work despite the options popping up when you turn on the TV, just cable channels. We clarified this, and there is no access.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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ABRAHAM ROBERT • family_with_children • fr
5
Pros:

L'emplacement et la restauration

Cons:

Le personnel de la réception incompétent
Piscine fermée...non prévenus
La lumière veilleuse qui s'allume des qu'il y a un mouvement jour et nuit. Impossible de stopper le système

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Dina • solo_traveller • no
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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jose • family_with_children • il
8
Pros:

La ubicacion

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Ilse • couple • nl
2
Pros:

Ligging

Cons:

Muffe klamme kamer . Zelfs de lakens en het toiletpapier waren klam . Er kon geen raam open dus je kon het ook niet verhelpen . Het geld absoluut niet waard .

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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SAMIR • family_with_children • pe
9
Buena
Pros:

La ubicacion es perfecta

Cons:

No tiene refrigeradora y lo que habia era como un cooler, sera bueno que la habitacion tenga una refrigeradora pequeña

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Aguinaldo • solo_traveller • br
10
Maravilhoso
Pros:

Tudo está a ótimo!!!!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Neil brazell • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Always good

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Wanda • solo_traveller • pr
5
Just wasn’t able to rest this time. Hope to be able next time on the 28th of October as I always have before although I
Pros:

I stay there twice every other month and honestly I love everything

Cons:

I stayed one night to be able to rest because my mother was going to get operated The room Q1218 was great until the noise from the air conditioner was loud and I couldn’t sleep so had to call. The staff was very nice and sent someone fast. But I had to move at pm to another room on the 11th floor

I will be back though on tha room in the old tower in the 28th because on the new tower the room went up because of the boat show

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Izquierdo • family_with_children • co
10
Pros:

la ubicacion es genial

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee