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'just-so' bloody Mary or supplying you with great recommendations for tried-and-tested
Wilton Manors hot spots.
Riverside Hotel
HOTEL
954-467-0671;
www.riversidehotel.com
; 620 E Las Olas Blvd; r $129-239;
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This Fort Lauderdale landmark (c 1936), fabulously located downtown on Las Olas, has
three room types: larger, executive rooms in the newer 12-story tower, and 'traditional' and
'classic' rooms in the historic 1936 building. The classic rooms overlooking Las Olas are
the pick of the bunch.
Alhambra Beach Resort
HOTEL
954-525-7601;
www.alhambrabeachresort.com
;
3021 Alhambra St; r
$119-199; )
Beloved for its reasonable prices and warm-hearted owners, this charming 1930s-era inn
has modest-but-immaculate rooms and suites painted in cheerful buttercup yellow, and a
pleasant pool deck amid a manicured garden of palms and hibiscus. A gate adds a private
feel, though the beach is only half a block away. Lots of return-guests means the place
books up quickly.
Tranquilo
MOTEL
$119-189, ste $119-219; )
With a successful white-on-white decorative facelift, this retro 1950s motel offers fantastic
value for families. Rooms range over three buildings, each with their own pool, and in-
clude newly refurbed kitchens along with access to outdoor grills and laundry services.
Complimentary shuttle service to the beach, three blocks away.
Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel
HOTEL
954-524-5551;
www.sheratonftlauderdalebeach.com
;
1140 Seabreeze
Blvd; r $169-500;
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