Shady Banks 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 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.
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 Shady Banks
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Great location, walkable to the marina, beach and restaurants.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
The room was clean, comfortable and as quiet as can be expected. Check in takes a while, so there's a line most times, but staff are helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruiseport by IHG
The hotel was clean. Staff provided excellent customer service. The shuttle driver (female) was very friendly and respectful. Kikis restaurant on the 5th floor has fantastic food and drinks. I enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Sherry Frontenac Oceanfront Hotel
Great room beautiful property
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Miami West - Airport Area by IHG
Room was clean, bed was comfortable and place was good situated
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Great staff
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shady Banks
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.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 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.
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.
Central Fort Lauderdale
While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Osswald Park and Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery.
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.
