FORT LAUDERDALE GRAND HOTEL - Fort Lauderdale FL 4900 Powerline Road 33309

4900 Powerline Rd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 United States

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near Exit 32 on I-95 (~0.2mi)

Near Inter Miami CF Stadium

4.6

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel offers a bar/lounge, parking, elevator, gym, airport shuttle, pool, restaurant, WiFi/Internet, laundry, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, 24/7 front desk, business center, meeting rooms, and beach access.

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Free WiFi

Wheelchair accessible parking

Number of outdoor pools - 1

Business center

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Reviews

"Better than I expected"

Outside of the hotel looks rundown but the room is really nice. Clean bright and everything works. I would stay here again No problems.

John M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 03 to Fri Mar 06 2026 at a $65.32 average nightly rate.

"It was convenient for our needs"

We were grateful to find a room with short notice.

Peggy H. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Dec 30 to Wed Dec 31 2025 at a $69.99 average nightly rate.

"Not Satisfied"

Door lack damaged Blanket stained and sheets dirty we only stayed one night.

Cornelia A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 06 to Wed Jul 09 2025 at a $52.97 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel is in the business district, a 1-minute drive from Inter Miami CF Stadium and 8 minutes from Holiday Park. This hotel is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Fort Lauderdale Beach and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale.

Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Make yourself at home in one of the 195 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) - 1.2 mi
Wilton Manors - 1.9 mi
Holy Cross Hospital - 2.3 mi
Galt Ocean Mile Village and Shops - 3.5 mi
Galleria Mall - 4.2 mi
Old Dillard Art and Cultural Museum - 4.3 mi
African American Research Library and Cultural Center - 4.3 mi
Central Broward Regional Park - 4.3 mi
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park - 4.5 mi
Jungle Queen Riverboats - 4.6 mi
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal - 4.6 mi
Bonnet House - 4.6 mi
Museum of Discovery and Science - 4.6 mi
Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museuem - 4.6 mi
Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Art - 4.7 mi
Las Olas Riverfront - 4.8 mi
Ft Lauderdale Amtrak - 4.8 mi
Stranahan House - 4.9 mi
Terramar Beach - 4.9 mi
Sebastian Beach - 5.3 mi
The Gallery at Beach Place - 5.4 mi
Fort Lauderdale Beach - 5.6 mi
Pompano Square - 5.6 mi
International Swimming Hall of Fame - 5.7 mi
Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum - 5.9 mi
Kidney Stone Center South Florida - 6.0 mi
Tradewinds Park - 6.1 mi
Lauderdale Marina - 6.1 mi
Broward Convention Center - 6.4 mi
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - 6.8 mi
Butterfly World - 7.1 mi
Broward Center for the Performing Arts - 7.2 mi
Coral Springs Surgical Center - 7.6 mi
Ft Lauderdale / Hollywood Airport (FLL) - 7.9 mi
Pine Island Park - 8.3 mi
Quiet Waters Park - 9.0 mi
Xtreme Indoor Karting - 9.0 mi
South Florida Bible College - 9.1 mi
South Florida Railway Museum - 9.2 mi
Deerfield Bch Amtrak - 9.2 mi

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.

Universal Palms & Conference Center is conveniently located 1 block West of I-95 at Commercial Blvd. Exit 32 -mid way between Miami and West Palm Beach. Our five-story hotel is situated in the heart of Fort. Lauderdale within minutes from Ft. Lauderdale airport, down town business center, Convention Center, famous shopping centers and beautiful beaches. GUESTROOMS: The hotel boasts 195 spacious hotel rooms including 40 one-bedroom suites designed for extended stayovers. Each guestroom features a coffee maker, iron board, hair dryer, in-room safe, individual climate control, Wireless DSL, and TV with free cable and HBO. Guestrooms feature 2 Queen beds or one king bed. In addition, the suites include a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and sink area. The bedroom is separated from the living room and kitchenette area for added comfort and privacy. There are two television, and two phone lines in all suites. Several suites have sofa sleepers. RESTAURANT & LOUNGE: Universal Palms Hotel Sports Bar & Grill - Full service restaurant serving great food from 5PM Features four (4) 10 ft large wall screens with digital sound and a pool table for your entertainment. Open seasonally only. ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE: Relax in our tropically landscaped heated pool. Take a four mile drive down to the famous Ft. Lauderdale beaches. Enjoy our well-equipped exercise room. Wind down with a great HBO movie. BANQUET ROOMS: Spacious banquet hall supported by a guest event staff to ensure the success or your event. Great for family reunions, weddings, private parties, religious events and sports groups. PARKING: Complimentary parking. We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming your group.

Local Attractions

Fort Lauderdale Stadium 0.5 Lockhart Stadium 0.6 Ft. Lauderdale Int'l Airport 8 miles Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport(FXE) 1.2 Famous Beaches 4 miles Wilton Manors 2.1 Holy Cross Hospital 2.3 Galleria Mall 4.2 Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 7 Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 4.5 Jungle Queen Riverboats 4.6 Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 4.6 Museum of Discovery and Science 4.6 Broward Convention Center 6.4 Bonnet House 4.6 Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Art 4.7 Ft Lauderdale Amtrak 4.8 Las Olas Riverfront 4.8 Stranahan House 4.8 The Gallery at Beach Place 5.5 Fort Lauderdale Beachfront 5.6 Pompano Square 5.7 International Swimming Hall of Fame 5.7 Tradewinds Park 6.1 Lauderdale Marina 6.1 Cruise Line Terminal 6.5 Broward Center for the Performing Arts 7.1 Butterfly World 7.1 Quiet Waters Park 9.0 Xtreme Indoor Karting .5 Deerfield Bch Amtrak 9.3 Coconut Bay 9.6 Lloyd State Park 9.6 Sawgrass Mills Mall 10.7 Bank Atlantic Center - Florida Panthers 10.8

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2018

Floors: 5

Rooms: 196

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 195

Suites: 50

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 2

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 13.00%

Total Misc Fees: $8.00 USD

Cancellation: ROOM RATE: Prices quoted are based on one (1) or two (2) guests per room per night. An additional charge of $10.00 per person for each third (3) and fourth (4) person may apply. During December 15th-April 31st the additional person charge is $20 per pers

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
Tax ID - 824220570
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Banquet hall
Beach nearby
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Check In: 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Computer station
Concierge services
Elevator
Free WiFi
Free pool cabanas
Fully fenced
Garden
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
No cribs (infant beds) available
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Parking height restrictions apply
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Rock climbing nearby
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Self parking (surcharge)
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Airport & Shuttle Info

9 miles from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. 8 miles from Port Everglades. Discounted transportation rates available.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: Lyft, Uber, Public Bus System, and Taxi

Breakfast Information

Currently on weekends we offer a complete hot breakfast buffet for $6.95 per person. This includes eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, yogurt, cold cereal, orange juice, coffee tea, toast.

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Free Guest Parking

Internet / WiFi

Free wifi

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100.00 per stay Service fee: USD 26 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Self parking fee: USD 5.65 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parking height restrictions apply.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Einstein Bros. Bagels - Start your day with freshly baked bagels and gourmet coffee. Located 1 mile from the hotel.

Lunch Coconuts - Indulge in fresh seafood and tropical cocktails with stunning waterfront views. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Rustic Inn Crabhouse - Enjoy delicious seafood in a casual waterfront setting. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Fort Lauderdale Beach - Spend the day relaxing on the beautiful sandy beach and soaking up the sun. Located 4 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast First Watch - Enjoy a healthy and delicious breakfast with a variety of options. Located 2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch YOLO - Dine at this trendy restaurant offering American cuisine and a vibrant bar scene. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Louie Bossi's Ristorante - Experience authentic Italian cuisine in a lively atmosphere. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Las Olas Boulevard - Explore this famous street lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast The Foxy Brown - Enjoy a cozy breakfast spot with a menu featuring creative twists on classic dishes. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Boatyard - Dine at this waterfront restaurant offering seafood, steaks, and a lively atmosphere. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Capital Grille - Indulge in fine dining and savor prime steaks and fresh seafood. Located 4 miles from the hotel.

Activity Everglades Holiday Park - Embark on an exciting airboat tour and encounter wildlife in the Everglades. Located 15 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel have?

There are 196 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel?

Currently on weekends we offer a complete hot breakfast buffet for $6.95 per person. This includes eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, yogurt, cold cereal, orange juice, coffee tea, toast.

What parking is available at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel?

Free Guest Parking

How much does internet cost?

Free wifi

Is there a pool at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Out Door Pool

Is there shuttle service at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel?

9 miles from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. 8 miles from Port Everglades. Discounted transportation rates available.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel.

Feel free to use the Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Fort Lauderdale event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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