Lighthouse Point

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale featuring a lighthouse, tropical scenes and a bay or harbour
Fort Lauderdale featuring a lighthouse, a coastal town and general coastal views
Fort Lauderdale which includes tropical scenes, a bay or harbour and sailing
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Unwind in this quaint oceanfront town where the historic Hillsboro Lighthouse and the Atlantic provide a picturesque backdrop.

Lighthouse Point is halfway between Miami and Palm Beach, but you would never know it from its low-key atmosphere and small town charm. At this beachside community, you can enjoy scenic ocean views, relax on the beach and spoil yourself with a spa treatment. If you are feeling more energetic, go scuba diving, see the historic lighthouse and cycle along Lighthouse Point.

Head to Pompano Beach, just 3 miles (5 kilometres) south of Lighthouse Point. Nicknamed the “Heart of the Gold Coast,” this area is popular with families and outdoor enthusiasts who make use of its 50 seaside parks. Spend the afternoon swimming in the Atlantic or sunbathing on the sand. Make sure that you find a spot on the beach to watch the area’s famous sunsets.

Find one of the many operators in town and choose from a number of water activities, including scuba diving, snorkeling and jet skiing. Charter a deep-sea fishing boat to explore the Atlantic Ocean or cast out from the Pompano Beach Fishing Pier.

If you’re looking to relax, head to one of the area’s many resorts to indulge in a facial or a massage. Enjoy spa treatments and waterfront accommodation at the historic Hillsboro Club, a resort perched alongside the Hillsboro Inlet.

Admire the Hillsboro Lighthouse, which has been a focal point of the coastline since 1907 and is still in use today. Head to Pompano Beach’s Inlet Park for the best views of this historic structure.The lighthouse is not open to the public, but the Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation Society occasionally runs tours. Check their website for details.

Lighthouse Point is located on the southeastern coast of Florida, just 15 miles (25 kilometres) north of Fort Lauderdale. Fly into Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport then rent a car for the 30-minute drive to Lighthouse Point. The region’s mild winters and hot summers make it a prime vacation spot all year long. Enjoy the beauty of Florida’s Gold Coast without the crowds at Lighthouse Point.


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Fort Lauderdale Marriott North

Fort Lauderdale Marriott North

4 out of 5
6650 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is CA $139 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $139
CA $157 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,691 reviews)
Weekend getaway
"Great service from employees, very clean, nice atmosphere, great parking garage, sad that pool and fitness center under construction, it needs some updating in the rooms and beds (not bad) definitely would stay again"

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025

Fort Lauderdale Marriott North
Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1500 SE 17th Causeway, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is CA $138 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
CA $138
CA $156 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,446 reviews)
"We always stay here when we come to fort lauderdale!!"

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach

4 out of 5
1140 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is CA $178 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
CA $178
CA $269 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,053 reviews)
"It was nice but they have some rude staff."

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort

4 out of 5
505 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is CA $253 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $253
CA $360 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,950 reviews)
"Valley parking is completely unreasonable at $60 per night. My room was dirty from the previous reservation. Food left in my refrigerator coffee pot didn’t work housekeeping didn’t come daily constantly had to call for towels. They credited me $120 although I would have expected more than that."

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina

4 out of 5
1881 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is CA $107 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
CA $107
CA $168 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star resort in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy a marina, breakfast (surcharge), and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,523 reviews)
"We love the water and looking at all the boats"

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale

Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale

2 out of 5
2460 W State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is CA $85 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
CA $85
CA $96 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in ...
6.8/10 (4,520 reviews)
"Close fll"

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025

Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
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Old Pompano

While visiting Old Pompano, you might make a stop by sights like Pompano Beach Amphitheatre and Pompano Beach Aquatics Center.

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Galt Mile

Though Galt Mile might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Anglins Fishing Pier and Coral Ridge Mall.

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Lauderdale Beach

Lauderdale Beach might not have many top sights, but Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coral Ridge Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Coral Ridge

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Birch Park Finger Streets

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Central Beach

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