My wife and I stayed there after a Cruise. We were looking for a nice hotel not too expensive and after an exhausting research and based on the reviews, we took our chances with this Hotel. The hotel is not on the beach but has a free shuttle to the beautiful beach of Fort Lauderdale, it has a very nice little restaurant by the Canal and the pool area is good. The personnel was very friendly and the concierge helped us getting around. We took the water taxi, is is a very nice ride and for just $12 you can come and go the entire day. The rooms are very nice and modern, it seems like everything is new and has a little refrigerator. The shower was awesome! It also has a nice restaurant that serves dinner. I payed a very fair price. If you are looking for a nice pre/post cruise hotel and don't want to spend a lot of money, this is the place.

No kidding...I never write reviews. This time I'm glad to........
The Ft. Lauderdale Grande is the real deal. I travel for business every week. I am usually appropriately dissapointed with most accomodations -- but hey -- its business and I, like most of you, have come to expect it.

Then I thought I'd try this new hotel that's part of the Hilton Honors program. Wow! What a great surprise. This place screams quailty and excellence. Even the Bellmen are friendly and happy. Beautiful facility and the room blew me away. Ever had water come out of the celing for your shower? Huge flat screens, great views and I never notice the furniture when I travel...but this stuff was awesome.

Do yourself a favor and check out the hotel restaurant China Grill. Change your world as you know it and order a lobster pancake. Rates where in line (except they still want you to pay $5 for a bottle of water in the room). Great place to work out of or stay and play.

I just finished a 5 day stay at the hotel. Its just been renovated and I must say its first rate, and perfect. The people are very nice and will go out of their way for you. The gym is large for hotel standards and the property is very well kept up. The only draw back though was the new resturant on site is a bit spendy, but talk to the best hotel consierge in the country (Ellen) and she will set you up with some great food around town. She also set up up with tours and answered all our questions.

I come to town every year for a confernece and I will stay at this hotel everytime, no doubt !!

Dont miss it, Ellen will take great care of you !!

3/17/2008

Dear Hotel Manager, (or to whom it may concern)
I wanted to provide you with some positive feedback re: my recent stay at your property.

The staff was courteous and helpful of my requests. It was extremely busy throughout the days I was there, as I understand your going through a renovation as well.

In particular, your property concierge Jennifer Jiruska was very informative and professional. She was knowledgle of the area and its offerings; and, was also helpful in managing our requests for reservations and inquiries.

Wishing you continued success at your property.
Sincerely,
Bill Coccola