Bal Harbour Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Fort Lauderdale Beach, a popular beach in Fort Lauderdale. Amble around the area's seaside or experience its live music.
Hollywood Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Hollywood Beach, a popular beach in Hollywood. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.
Port Everglades
Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Hollywood? Discover the area's breathtaking sunrises and shops.
Las Olas Boulevard
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Las Olas Boulevard, a favourite shopping spot in Fort Lauderdale. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Sawgrass Mills
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Sawgrass Mills, a popular shopping spot in Sunrise. In the area, take in the great live music and breathtaking sunrises.
Top hotels in Bal Harbour
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
$50 fee for early check in is ridiculous, rooms was dirty and buggy , couldn’t use the balcony bugs/flies all over the floor (they somehow made their way into the room and were all over the bed ) Staff is super friendly tho
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort
Staff was very accommodating with room upgrade. Room view was spectacular for both the beach and city areas. Room and dining areas were very clean. Place does get busy so make sure to request valet in advance when needed.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
When I received the room, I found used towels and soap. I suggest that you demand a little more from the housekeepers regarding the importance of delivering the room in optimal condition.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott North
My room wasn’t cleaned one day. Requested a cleaning and left for about two hours and no change. Next spoke to front desk again in person and the room was cleaned. Small bathroom area. Sheets were moderately clean. Doors closing in other guest rooms is pretty jarring, very loud. Bar and food were ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Costa Hollywood Beach Resort
So close to the beach, you could taste it
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coral Springs South
Very good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bal Harbour
Coral Ridge
While Coral Ridge isn't home to many top sights, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coral Ridge Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Birch Park Finger Streets
If you're spending some time in Birch Park Finger Streets, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are top sights worth seeing.
Lauderdale Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lauderdale Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.
East Fort Lauderdale
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
Galt Mile
Though Galt Mile may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Prado Park and Lauderdale by the Sea Beach.
