Bal Harbour Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
Fort Lauderdale Beach
With seven miles of flawless beach, a team of dedicated lifeguards and luxury retailers and restaurants, this is the perfect Florida vacation destination.
Hollywood Beach
Ice cream parlors, a music stage and a water playground are among the highlights of the lively boulevard backing onto this picturesque beach.
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
This vibrant district packed with chic boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offers a welcome break from the beach.
Sawgrass Mills
One of America’s largest malls, this massive shopping complex offers exceptional bargains on high-end merchandise.
Top hotels in Bal Harbour
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
The staff was courteous however the grounds was unattended trash cigarette butts overflowing trash cans. It was good and a great location. It maybe an East Coast thing. A lot of tourists from abroad. Price was right. Food was expensive for what it was.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Red Carpet Inn Airport and Cruise Port Hotel Fort Lauderdale
There was a problem at the beginning and they fixed it immediately
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Sunny
Our stay at The Sunny was wonderful! The rooms and facilities are brand new (you can almost smell the fresh paint) and there were many thoughtful touches (like fresh orange juice in the lobby) that made our stay truly memorable. The staff goes above and beyond to be accommodating/ especially the ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Large rooms with separate sitting room with tv coach and table and chairs. Excellent complimentary breakfast each morning w breads, fruits, cereals and an omelet station. A decent work out facility and a good location with many restaurants near.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hollywood Beachside Boutique Suites
Great location - within walking distance to the beach. Room was clean and staff were friendly. Would book again!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruiseport by IHG
Room clean, staff courteous and shout out to the lady running the store. Very nice lady and very helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 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 Coral Ridge Mall.
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 Coral Ridge Mall and Lauderdale by the Sea Beach.
