The Ultimate Gay Travel Guide
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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.
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.
♥ 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.
♥ 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.
♥ 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?
♥ 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.
The Gay Passport is your complete Gay Travel Guide. Looking to Drink, Play or Sleep we have reviews to help. Award-winning & Updated 2024.