3 Best, Genuine Boutique Hotels in Fort Lauderdale in 2026

A classic boutique hotel in Central Beach, Fort Lauderdale, The Kimpton Shorebreak is all the contemporary beachy chic you need. Fort Lauderdale has plenty of quirky charm, but around here, the vibe is much more white walls and big windows. Which is why we opt for the classics. Kimpton is a boutique brand with enough name recognition and experience to start a million beachside resorts. And better still, you’ll probably love them all. Thus, the takeover of this 1949 hotel has yielded one of the most comfortable, relaxing, and stylish… > Read Our Full Review

This super colorful (read yellow, but with the odd other color either waving or drowning) hacienda style hotel near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea showcases creatively hand-painted walls, tiles, windows and more, at every turn. The paintings are complemented by sculptures, plants and other small touches that add even more brightness and personality. It’s a 1946 house fully reimagined in the 90s to make the cozy property you’ll find there today. It’s a bit crazy-aunt chic, but only if your crazy aunt is one of those warm and friendly types with a killer peanut… > Read Our Full Review

This upscale boutique hotel on Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway is a standout. Its size is part of the reason; in an area where many hotels squeeze in as many guests as possible. The Pillars offers a more intimate, more exclusive waterfront experience. It’s an elegant building, with white balconies overlooking a charming pool surrounded by lounges covered in cheerful orange stripes. It has almost a historical hotel feel, each room with its own quirks and not much standardization, which we like. We wouldn’t dislike a bit more patterning, or color,… > Read Our Full Review