Lighthouse Point Travel Guide

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbour
Fort Lauderdale which includes general coastal views, a bay or harbour and views
Fort Lauderdale which includes a bay or harbour, tropical scenes 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 holiday spot all year long. Enjoy the beauty of Florida’s Gold Coast without the crowds at Lighthouse Point.


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Top hotels in Lighthouse Point

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 ₹10,804 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹10,804
₹16,395 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (2,962 reviews)
"Ivan,Diana,Fred can’t say enough nice things about each person that I interacted with.This was a fantastic experience. Customer service is huge at this resort. Yes resort !!! Full scale bars restaurants,pools private beach, beach bar ."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
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 ₹7,324 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹7,324
₹8,276 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,312 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
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 ₹14,819 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹14,819
₹21,322 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,873 reviews)
"Our room was very clean and very spacious. The staff were all nice and accommodating. However, $60 per night for parking is not cool!! My parking bill was $240. That's as much as my plane ticket. Luckly with the help of my wife reading reviews all night we found parking at a near by hotel which we ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 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 ₹7,858 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹7,858
₹11,800 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,478 reviews)
Great Experience
"Great experience. We were coming back from a cruise, and they let us check in early for a small fee, which was a big help given how tired we were and how we would not have anything to do for hours."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Costa Hollywood Beach Resort

Costa Hollywood Beach Resort

4 out of 5
777 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL
The price is ₹8,202 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹8,202
₹13,163 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hollywood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,190 reviews)
"That was my second time there the first time was wonderful. Second time didn’t like it much. I request a room for three people, the bed was too small couldn’t fit three of us my Husband end up sleeping on the couch. And the first time I didn’t remember pay for parking"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Costa Hollywood Beach Resort
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street

Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street

3.5 out of 5
1100 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The price is ₹11,791 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹11,791
₹13,324 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (423 reviews)
Nice staff, great breakfast
"Staff was nice and the breakfast was super. Also enjoyed the evening cocktail hour, although the snacks were lacking. The hotel was full due to a convention, family reunions, and number of people awaiting their cruise ships, so the place was always a bit noisy. Our room was on the street, which was ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Lighthouse Point

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Galt Mile

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

Galt Mile
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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.

Lauderdale Beach
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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.

Coral Ridge
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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.

Birch Park Finger Streets
Fort Lauderdale which includes interior views

Central Beach

While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach.

Central Beach
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Central Fort Lauderdale

While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery and Andrews Living Art Studio.

Central Fort Lauderdale

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