Gay Hotel Fort Lauderdale

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16 Best Gay Hotels in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is a top destination for gay travelers, with hotspots like Sebastian Street Beach and the lively Wilton Manors gayborhood. For the perfect stay, gay hotel Fort Lauderdale options range from luxe beachfront resorts to cozy, gay-owned guesthouses.

Popular picks include the clothing-optional Grand Resort and Spa, the tropical Pineapple Point Guesthouse, and the relaxing Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa. Wherever you stay, Fort Lauderdale’s welcoming vibe ensures an unforgettable escape.

Almost every hotel worth considering is in the Central Beach location; most of them are beachfront.  It’s only a 10-minute drive to Wilton Manors from the beach. 

Fort Lauderdale has a unique set of waterways and a beach, and some properties are tucked away inside these, offering privacy and serenity.

Travelers will find everything from gay-friendly luxury hotels like Four Seasons and W Fort Lauderdale to budget accommodation — including one that’s beachfront. There are several gay-owned and operated resorts there too.

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Like other major Florida destinations such as Key West and Miami, Fort Lauderdale is extremely welcoming to gay travelers.

You’ll find several gay hotels in Fort Lauderdale options, including gay-owned and operated resorts by the beach—some exclusively adults-only and clothing-optional for a more liberated stay.

Even beyond these dedicated spaces, the city’s hotels actively embrace the pink dollar, ensuring you’ll feel comfortable and celebrated wherever you choose to stay.

The most popular gayborhood in Fort Lauderdale is Wilton Manors, packed with bars, clubs, saunas, massages, and restaurants. While accommodation options in Wilton Manors are limited, most gay hotels in Fort Lauderdale choices are located in Central Beach—a prime spot for travelers wanting to stay near the Atlantic Ocean.

Sebastian Street Beach, the city’s go-to gay beach, is just a ten-minute walk south of Central Beach. Luxe properties like the Ritz-Carlton and several gay-friendly hotels are perfectly positioned for sun-soaked days and vibrant nights.

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♥ Across the road from Central Beach
♥ Six-minute walk to the gay beach
♥ Heated pool with ocean views
♥ Ocean-facing fitness center

The Westin Fort Lauderdale is in a prime location right on Central Beach. Take the walkway over the road from the raised pool area, and you’re on the beach. Head south for six minutes, and you arrive at Sebastian Street (gay) Beach.

The heated pool is open from dawn until dusk, and the 24-hour fitness center faces the Atlantic Ocean — the ultimate view while working out.

Every room contains the signature Westin Heavenly® Bed and has floor-to-ceiling windows. Choose from a resort, waterway, or ocean view.

There are plenty of dining options: three restaurants, a cafe, and a Starbucks.

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♥ Opposite the Atlantic Ocean
♥ Wet deck on the fifth floor with two heated pools
♥ Seven minutes walk to the gay beach
♥ Jacuzzi in some bathrooms

The W Fort Lauderdale is across the road from Central Beach and a seven-minute walk south to Sebastian Street (gay) Beach. It’s one of the top-booked luxury gay-friendly hotels in Fort Lauderdale. Who could have guessed?

The fifth floor is where to relax; two pools are open from 9 am to 7 pm. The fitness center is open from 5 am to 10 pm and offers a sunrise yoga class on the beach every morning.

Every room features the legendary W bed, and the views are over the resort or the Atlantic Ocean. Our tip is to upgrade to a suite and get a private jacuzzi in the bathroom.

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♥ Gay owned and operated
♥ Men only 18+
♥ Clothing optional
♥ Two blocks from the beach

Self-described as ‘All gay, all the time,’ Cheston House is ideally located two blocks from the Atlantic Ocean and a 15-minute stroll down to Sebastian Street Beach, Fort Lauderdale’s official gay beach.

The ground floor pool area is where all the fun times happen, and clothing is optional.

There are several room choices, from studios to deluxe suites. The larger rooms have a full kitchen, perfect for a dinner party. The rooms are designed to make you feel like you’re staying at a friend’s house.

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♥ Luxury gay resort – clothing optional
♥ Adults only 21+
♥ Four resorts in one means four swimming pools
♥ Two blocks from the beach

There used to be four gay resorts all next to each other: The Worthington, The Grand Resort, Alcazer, and Villa Venice. In the end, they all merged into one and kept The Grand Resort’s name. It’s now the premier place for gay travelers to stay in Fort Lauderdale. It’s two blocks from the ocean and a 15-minute walk from the gay beach, Sebastian Street Beach.

The Grand Resort and Spa is one of the most popular and most booked luxury gay resorts in Fort Lauderdale. It has everything a gay traveler would need; they may not even leave the resort. The four resorts are all connected by garden walkways that link the four pools, three hot tubs, and multiple sundecks.

As it’s a mix of resorts, there are 30 different room types, including studios, apartments, suites, and penthouses. They’re all spacious and with modern decor.

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♥ Across the road from the ocean
♥ Seven-minute walk to the gay beach
♥ Sixth-floor pool overlooking the Atlantic
♥ Non-smoking hotel

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is directly opposite the Atlantic Ocean on Central Beach and a casual seven-minute stroll south to Sebastian Street (gay) Beach.

The sixth-floor pool deck has private cabanas which can be hired for the day. The views are over the ocean.

Each of the modern, spacious rooms faces the waterways or the Atlantic. It’s a perfect opportunity to burn some Hilton Honors points and upgrade to an ocean-view room.

With three on-site restaurants and a gourmet market, guests won’t need to leave the resort to eat.

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Why we love it

♥ Half a block from Central Beach
♥ Seven-minute walk to the gay beach
♥ Ideal for tech-forward travelers

The Elita Hotel is part of the Gzella Collection of boutique hotels. It’s ideally located less than a block from Central Beach and a short seven-minute walk south to Sebastian Street (gay) Beach.

The rooms are sleek and sophisticated and contain state-of-the-art technology. Guests can make service requests from their rooms via text, FB Messenger or Email.

There’s no restaurant on-site, but with so many in short walking distance, it’s unnecessary.

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♥ Gay owned and operated
♥ Clothing optional
♥ Two pools and two whirlpools
♥ Happy hour includes complimentary beer, wine, soda, and snacks

Consistently ranking at #1 on TripAdvisor with a perfect 5-star rating, Pineapple Point Guesthouse is a gay oasis in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Despite being next to busy NE 3rd court, it’s a quiet respite from the city. It’s extremely private, on two acres of lush tropical land, where clothing is optional.

There’s no need to leave the resort; there are hammocks to nap in nestled around the pool area, and an on-site spa. There’s a lap pool, a clothing-optional pool, two jacuzzis, and a fully equipped gym.

What we love the most is the happy hour that begins at dusk every day and serves free beer, wine, and snacks!

Pineapple Point Guesthouse is gay-owned and just happens to be one of Fort Lauderdale’s hotspots for gay men-only hotels. Who could have seen that coming?

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Why we love it

♥ Gay guesthouse – Men only
♥ Two heated pools
♥ Clothing optional
♥ In the heart of the gay district

The Cabanas Guesthouse is located in Wilton Manors, where all the best gay venues are. The venue is clothing optional, and the large heated pool area is where to socialize. The smaller heated pool offers a more intimate relaxation time. There’s a jacuzzi next to the Tiki Bar.

The modern contemporary rooms and suites offer Queen or King beds. Our tip is to upgrade to a waterfront room to get sweeping views of the Fort Lauderdale waterways right on the doorstep. The European-style spa on-site offers day passes to locals and visitors.

Well, surprise, surprise! The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa just happens to be one of the hottest spots for gay men in Fort Lauderdale.

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2/5
Why we love it

♥ Budget accommodation
♥ Spanish style theme
♥ 3-minute drive to the gay beach

For travelers on a budget, La Casa Hotel is an ideal choice. It’s tucked away near the waterways, four blocks from Central Beach. It’s only 10 minutes drive from the gay venues at Wilton Manors and 3 minutes from Sebastian Street (gay) beach.

The rooms have a Spanish-style decor and theme. There’s a small pool, but no fitness center. There’s no on-site restaurant, but it’s unnecessary as so many great ones are within walking distance.

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2/5
Why we love it

♥ Budget accommodation
♥ 10-minute walk to the gay beach
♥ Pool and barbeque area

For budget travelers who want to be close to the beach, Nobleton Hotel is three blocks from Central Beach or a ten-minute walk to Sebastian Street (gay) beach. It is why Nobleton Hotel is one of the most booked budget gay-friendlyt hotels in Fort Lauderdale.

The garden area has a pool, bar, and barbeque area. It’s a boutique with only around ten rooms — choose from a studio or kitchenette.

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