Riverside Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1599 reviews)
620 East Las Olas Boulevard , Fort Lauderdale , us

Children allowed
Pets 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:
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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Jul 6, 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

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 1599 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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kenneth couple gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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kenneth couple gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Dorothy couple gb
9
World Cup stay
Pros:

Great location.
Staff very friendly and helpful.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Christian couple cl
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Ryan family_with_children gb
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
10
Great location, loved the pool being next to the river to watch the huge yachts glide by.
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice rooms, lovely pool area, Boat House had very nice food and drinks with a relaxed atmosphere. Convenient in site parking. Great location next to the river.

Cons:

Parking expensive but then I feel if you book a hotel you should have a parking space too.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Natália extended_group br
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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PatHend solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

The hotel was great, and the location was perfect.

Cons:

The customer service was lacking. From the front desk staff to the dining in the Wild Sea restaurant. They were not friendly at all, especially the front desk. We did not feel welcomed at all. They could have at lrast smiled at us.
The restaurant staff kept us waiting on several occasions/instances. We ate breakfast there twice. Oh, and the avocado toast is the worst I've ever had. There was too much lemon juice, and the description stated it was "lemon scented." The consistency was like it was put in a blender. The chef should be ashamed. Actually the customer service was very disappointing almost everywhere we went. Other than that, we enjoyed the hotel and the location.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Lorraine extended_group gb
10
I loved my stay at this hotel, I’d highly recommend it to anyone. And I’d definitely come back.
Pros:

The location was excellent. The room was beautiful . As was the whole hotel And lovely staff .

Cons:

I didn’t like the fact that you had to pay for parking as it wasn’t cheap to stay there.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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adrianfF8834AW Family
10
Customer service
Pros:

Me and my husband stayed at The Riverside couple time , we love it ! The rooms are renovated and they looks great . The pool area and Gym are amazing!!! The bar by the pool food and drinks r great. Also the front desk person, his name is Quinto , he was absolutely amazing, very nice , professional and helpful . Excellent customer service!!! We will stay there again soon !

2026-06-25 via Tripadvisor
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debra couple us
10
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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talullyxo Couples Toronto, Ontario
10
Great stay, such a charming hotel!
Pros:

Had an excellent stay at the Riverside Hotel, the location here is amazing as its right on Las Olas, near all the nightlife and restaurants, shops, etc. The hotel itself is so charming, I loved the decor, and it has all the basic amenities you need, like a pool, and gym. The staff here is excellent, special thanks to Dede and Elizabeth who made our stay extra special during our anniversary. We stayed in the new tower and were very comfortable, the room was so clean and spacious. Beds werent the best, but overall was still comfortable. The pool was excellent, I just wish they had better poolside service, as there was never any attendants to take drink orders, as the pool is connected to the Boathouse restaurant, it was a bit confusing and nobody would come get drink orders. Perhaps a self-service for ordering, that way someone can come when they're called. I also wish the property had a cafe inside, just to be able to grab coffee quickly in the mornings. Overall, this was a lovely quaint hotel, great priced as well, and the most excellent location, I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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alexaO1770UD Couples
10
Manager FD Amazing
Pros:

The manager Quinto made us feel very welcome making us feel at home !!!!!!

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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Malcolm extended_group gb
8
overall very good
Pros:

In all most, breakfast very good

Cons:

Abrupt behind desk

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Fernandojm88 solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

Everything was clean and renovated

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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GoPlaces43982079999 Friends getaway Elgin, Moray, Scotland
10
Thanks Kavoen
Pros:

Enjoying a great stay at the Hotel. Huge thanks to Kavoen for fixing a room issue and then organising an extra nights stay despite the Hotel being busy with World Cup guests. He’s also been incredibly helpful organising a delivery for one of our party. Thanks Kavoen, this quality of service is what brings guests back! 😊

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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Elbano Matias solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

Perfect ligging

Cons:

Niets. Alles was perfect

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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mayra solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Jose family_with_children pr
9
Great hotel location and service
Pros:

Location,service and facilities

Cons:

No complaints

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Lynette1119 NONE Dallas, Georgia
10
Top-notch hotel
Pros:

My senior high school class recently celebrated our 50th reunion at Riverside and it was a great experience. Starting with the valet service (Joe) to the front desk personnel and the housekeeping service, everything and everyone was highly professional and kind and made me feel valued. I really liked that there was so many options to choose from for eating establishments close by. I highly recommend this hotel and would not hesitate to stay there again.

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor