Barrier Island Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
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Popular places to visit
Pier 66 Marina
Explore the waterfront of Pier 66 Marina in Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's breathtaking sunrises.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Barrier Island
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
We went for a music festival that was easy access via the hotel tie in. However the check in they asked for $$$ for check in that differed by the hour if you wanted to get into your room earlier. The festival started at noon! Also the hotel is nice, but needs upgrades for the price.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Pier Sixty-Six (Pier 66)
Eunice was amazing, hotel is fabulous
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Incredibly friendly staff. Gorgeous suite right on the beach!! Beautiful outdoor space. Clean rooms. Fabulous gift ship. This was my 3rd stay here. I will be back!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
I was very disappointed with my stay. The room was not clean and did not feel pleasant at all. The corridor was in terrible condition, with garbage left on the floor, which created an overall negative first impression. The pool area was overcrowded, making it difficult to enjoy, and I was surprised ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Very clean, excellent shuttle service, decent rooms
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton
Check in process was terrible. They’d given our oceanfront balcony room away and tried to pass off a no balcony, side room off on us. They have 1 beach/pool chair for
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrier Island
Harbor Beach
Harbor Beach might not have many top sights, but Port Everglades and Las Olas Boulevard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Southport Shopping Center and Harbor Shops are top sights worth seeing.
Las Olas Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Olas Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Las Olas Boulevard and Las Olas Beach.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Beach
While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Cosy bars a bustling port and top sights from Las Olas Boulevard to Historic Stranahan House Museum – discover Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a destination also famous for its beaches.
