My husband and I stayed 3 nights, seeking a quiet, elegant hotel experience. Not sure what to expect, due to the recent transition from St. Regis to Ritz. Our stay was, in general, what we've come to expect from the Ritz. Lobby service was impeccable, from the valet to the front desk to the concierge. The property is not typical for the Ritz---all sleek white marble, glass and modern design---but clean and gorgeous. The restaurant, Cero, is phenomenally expensive. A smallish breakfast for two (one entree, two fruit dishes, two slices of toast and coffee) came to $66, before the tip. Lunch was $80. Our room was beautiful, with a view of the Atlantic AND the intracoastal waterway. The teak balcony furniture needed care, but the room furnishings were in good condition.
But the walls are either VERY thin, or our neighbors were VERY loud, requiring a call to the desk for assistance in quieting them down. The service at the pool was uneven---at one point, we were surrounded by dirty dishes and glassware, and could not find a server to tidy up. We noticed that the manager was not keeping close tabs on the serving staff. The poolside bar served less-than-Ritz-quality drinks, as well.
The private pool cabanas rent for $250/day---$19 less than our room rate. Not one rented any of the 3 days we were poolside.
It's a nice property, overlooking Ft. Lauderdale beach, and we would return if we had an event in the area.

I booked this hotel when it was the St. Regis and found out it had been bought by the Riz a month before. Upon entering the lobby, we were greeted with friendly hellos from everyone. We were upgraded to a two room suite. It was gorgeous! We had a HUGE balcony that extended from the living room o the bedroom. The living room also had a dvd player which you could watch free movies from "the butlers closet". The phone was all digital and controlled the lighting, music, ect. The bathroom had Bulgari bath products....The restaurant in the hotel Cero had excellent food as well as service. We had asked the waiter how far Seminole Hard Rock was and he returned with directions!!!! I also had a massage and pedicure at the spa which was great....the pool area although plain was beautiful and it overlooked the ocean. It was very quiet and relaxing....again...the service wonderful. Upon leaving, everyone came to the front door to say goodbye.......I was sad to leave...I LOVED this place.....I have never been waited on hand and foot like this at a hotel before......it was great.......I can't say enough!!!

As we turned the corner of Las Olas Blvd, I informed my travel companion that the hotel was across the street from the beach like most hotels in Ft Lauderdale. She looked like she was going to cry.

When we arrived at driveway, the Front Desk Manager came out to receive us. I explained the issue and he took it from there. He took her on a personal tour of the property to show her all of the amenities. The pool and bar on the 7th floor with ocean view closed the deal.

The rooms were magnificent and spacious with an oceanfront terrace. We were allowed early check in and everything was heavenly from that point forward.

A taskforce from other Ritz Carlton Hotels properties visited the property since it's been transitioned from the St Regis. They were friendly as well.

Go to the pool and the staff immediately appears with beach towels to wrap your lounger and cover. The wait staff at Cero is fabulous. For a weekend getaway, it was an absolute piece of heaven on earth.

I hope you enjoy as much I did. My travel companion never mentioned the beach and I think she stayed poolside anyway.

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We have been to MANY Ritz Hotels in Fl. and around the world.

This one is great and on the beach, with great service and rooms.

No Club level rooms yet there are too come.