Marking its 40th anniversary, the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa has completed a $32 million renovation, redefining oceanfront luxury with refreshed accommodations, reimagined dining, and enhanced event spaces. Nestled on South Florida’s largest private beach, the resort’s transformation brings a contemporary aesthetic while embracing coastal serenity and elevated design.
Designed by California-based hospitality firm CRA Design, the renovations introduce a sophisticated, nature-infused aesthetic, blending sandy neutrals, marine blues, and sun-kissed champagne tones.
650 guest rooms and 31 suites now feature custom mural accent walls, evoking Fort Lauderdale’s iconic sunrises.
Floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies offer panoramic ocean views.
Luxury furnishings incorporate woven fabrics, warm woods, and modern artwork mimicking water movement.
“Our goal was to enhance the guest experience with a seamless blend of tranquility and understated sophistication.”Donelle Zunker, General Manager
The resort’s 100,000 square feet of event space has been transformed to accommodate both corporate gatherings and social celebrations.
Five ballrooms and meeting areas received contemporary refinements with custom Axminster woven carpets, sculptural light fixtures, and ocean-inspired décor.
The Grand Ballroom (15,000 sq. ft.) and Caribbean Ballroom (8,000 sq. ft.) feature bronze and textured glass chandeliers reflecting ocean movement.
Pre-function areas now showcase lush landscape-inspired wall coverings, paying homage to the region’s palm trees, cypress, and mangroves.
The beachfront Sea Level Restaurant & Ocean Bar emerges with a fresh new look and an expanded culinary program. Designed with local coral stone walls and raffia-accented décor, the oceanfront dining experience offers:
Caribbean and Latin American flavors curated by Executive Chef Mikey Termini.
Fresh-caught seafood, premium cuts of meat, and an expansive craft cocktail menu.
Indoor and outdoor dining options, steps from the shore.
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa expands its amenities and wellness experiences, introducing:
Six pickleball courts with professional programming.
An 8,000-square-foot tropical lagoon pool.
Tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a luxurious full-service spa.
Exclusive poolside cabanas and lounge beds, plus a kids’ club.
Spanning 16 acres on a quarter-mile of private beachfront, the 15-story resort seamlessly combines laid-back tropical tranquility with world-class Marriott hospitality. With seven dining venues, a full-service spa, and daily entertainment, the resort remains a premier destination for travelers seeking a refined coastal escape.
Located just minutes from Fort Lauderdale International Airport, the cruise port, and Las Olas Boulevard’s famed shopping and nightlife, the newly refreshed Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa is poised to welcome guests into a new era of elevated beachfront luxury.
Correction:
An earlier version of this article misstated the name of the hotel. The correct name is The St. Regis Bal Harbor Resort. We regret the error and have updated the article to reflect the accurate information.