Riverside Hotel

Perfectly placed Florida boutique

On palm-lined, porticoed Las Olas Boulevard you're likely to wander through an outdoor art exhibition on your way to boutique shopping, or bump into locals on their way to a Mad Hatter's Tea Party in an old mansion - and Riverside Hotel is the boulevard's only hotel. Just behind the property, Fort Lauderdale's New River stretches down to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

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Boulevard shopping & river views

What it's like

May 2023 Update: Due to repairs and improvements, the hotel pool will be temporarily closed May 22nd through May 29th. 

Watch yachts cruising down the New River while enjoying a cocktail at the outdoor pool and sundeck. Rooms come in two styles - Classic rooms in the historic wing; and oversized rooms in the Executive Tower. Book a Tower Room for views of the Fort Lauderdale skyline, the Atlantic Ocean, and the river. WiFi is free everywhere; high bandwidth is available with a fee—with discounts for Stash Members (see Amenities for details). 

Independent spirit

Family-run warmth

Small touches

On the New River, The Riverside Marina has boat dockage for your vessel up to 150 ft. Security patrols and cameras keep it safe, 24/7.

Eat and drink

The Boathouse at Riverside offers the ultimate waterfront dining experience with a Mediterranean twist. Enjoy the view of the beautiful New River or dock your boat and experience unique culinary delights.  At The Golden Lyon there's light pub fare to go with your drink, and Preston's Lounge offers cocktails and a cheerful, busy Happy Hour. Named one of the "10 hottest restaurants in Fort Lauderdale" by Miami Eater, the Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille's cuisine ranges from seasonal fresh seafood to one-of-a-kind, sustainable entrees. 

Riverside Hotel dining

And more

From boardrooms to ballrooms, Riverside's 10,000 sq feet of flexible space, state-of-the-art AV equipment, and event professionals are at the ready for meetings, weddings, champagne receptions, or any other event you can dream up.

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Rooms & Rates


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Location

The Riverside Hotel is on Las Olas Boulevard, 5 minutes from the white sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach. The Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport, Greater Fort Lauderdale & Broward County Convention Center, and Port Everglades are 10 minutes away.

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Amenities

Guest Services

  • Wireless Internet available in the entire hotel, including all guest rooms. Fees: Stash Members: 1 Day Basic free, 1 Day Premium $3.99, 5 Day Superior $7.99, 5 Day Premium $9.99 Non Stash Members: 1 Day Basic-free, 1 Day Premium $5.99, 5 Day Superior $10.99, 5 Day Premium $15.99
  • Concierge
  • Boat dockage
  • All dock slips monitored by security patrols and cameras
  • Accommodates vessels up to 150 ft.
  • 7-story parking garage onsite
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated non-smoking hotel
  • Gift shop
  • Valet
  • Shopping on world-renowned Las Olas Boulevard
  • Pet friendly

Eat & Drink

  • Boathouse at The Riverside
  • Golden Lyon Pub
  • Preston's Lounge
  • Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille
  • In Room Dining
  • Poolside service

Fitness & Recreation

  • New River Oasis heated outdoor pool, featuring poolside service 
  • On site complimentary Fitness Room with Cybex equipment: 1 Cable Column, 1 Leg Press, 2 Treadmills, 1 Elliptical Orbiter, 1 Bike (electric), 2 work out benches and 5 lb and 10 lb free weights

Business Services

  • Complimentary wireless Internet and Business Center located in The Riverside Hotel Lobby

Meetings & Events

  • More than 10,000 Sq. ft. of flexible banquet/meeting facilities
  • Catering and planning for weddings and other events

In-room amenities

  • Cable TV
  • Coffee maker
  • Wireless Internet connection 
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room mini-refrigerators
  • Housekeeping service
  • Room service
  • Same-day dry cleaning service
  • Spa treatments available from premier Las Olas Boulevard spas and salons

Cancellation policy

Reservations must be canceled 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a penalty of one night's room. Special events may have an additional or a differing cancellation policy, so please contact the hotel directly to confirm.
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Meetings + Events

 

Inspire your colleagues with cutting-edge technology and intuitively designed meeting space at the River side Hotel. Discover how a touch of classic Florida charm can enhance your next event. Select from a variety of venues spread across 11,000 square feet of versatile meeting space. 

Host a conference in the Himmarshee Ballroom or New River Ballroom, which both offer 2,800 square feet of space, and utilize the state of the art audio-visual technology to make your presentations come alive. You can also plan more intimate meetings in our boardrooms. 

No matter which venue you choose, your event will be a guaranteed success with the help of their attentive staff. 

 

Room 

Size

Dimensions

Banquet

Reception

U-shape

Theater

Classroom

Conference

Himmarshee Ballroom

2,800

34x80

180

300

80

200

130

75

Himmarshe A & B (each)

1,400

34x40

90

125

40

100

60

35

New River Ballroom

2,800

34x80

180

30080

80

200

12075

75

New River A & B (each)

1,400

34x40

90

125

40

100

60

35

Merritt Meeting Room

900

26x34

50

50

30

60

40

25

Abeona Meeting Room

901

26x35

50

50

30

60

40

25

Sagamore Meeting Room

700

-

30

40

20

40

15

20

Preston's Patio

-

-

60

100

-

-

-

-

New River Patio

2,871

-

100

250

-

-

-

-

Skyline Terrace

9,800

-

300

300

-

-

-

-

Rooftop 788

13,000

-

450

800

-

-

-

-

Las Olas Room 700 - - - 20 - - 16

 

14 meeting rooms | 37,272 sqft | 231 guestrooms

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