The Davie center point is approximately 1 mile northwest of Hard Rock Seminole Casino and 3 miles west of Broward Center for the Performing Arts.
The best time to visit Davie is between December and April, especially if you're looking to escape the cold and snow. Average high temperatures during these months are in the upper 70s to lower 80s Fahrenheit, and average lows are in the upper 50s to lower 60s. While you might find the water a little too cool to go for a swim, the mild temperatures and weather on land make this an ideal time to explore the area. However, because this is such a popular time to visit, expect to pay more for a hotel room, especially if you're visiting around a holiday.
May through November brings warmer weather to Davie. Average highs are in the upper 80s to lower 90s, and average lows are in the mid to upper 70s. With all that heat and plenty of sunshine, it's important to pack light clothing, a hat, and sunscreen if you plan on visiting during these months. May is also the start of the rainy season, and afternoon thunderstorms aren't uncommon, so make sure you have an umbrella handy. Also keep in mind that hurricane season is from June 1 to November 30. Nonetheless, if you can handle the heat and the rain, you can find some very nice deals on hotel rooms.
Whether you're looking for a way to save money, or you want a unique package to make your stay in Davie even more special, if you know where to look you can find good discounts at Davie hotels. Extended Stay America Fort Lauderdale - Davie has plenty of ways for you to save some money. For example, guests 55 and older qualify for a senior rate. Or take advantage of your AAA membership to get special rates on stays between one and six nights. Plus, children under the age of 17 always stay free.
If you're a Florida resident, explore your own backyard and save at Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Plantation. You'll enjoy 5 percent off your stay, premium wireless internet access, and a daily breakfast. Even if you're not a Florida resident, the hotel still offers plenty of ways to save money. For example, AARP members, seniors 65 and older, and AAA members can all save up to 10 percent off the best available rate.
The mid-range hotels in Davie offer excellent amenities at affordable prices. If you're staying in Davie for an extended amount of time, Value Place Fort Lauderdale is in an ideal option. This hotel is in the heart of Davie and close to Buehler Planetarium and Observatory, and Sunview Park. The hotel features laundry facilities and free self-parking. Additionally, the rooms come with amenities such as free wireless internet access, televisions with satellite service, and a kitchenette with a microwave, full-size refrigerator and freezer, and a stovetop.
La Quinta Inn & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Plantation offers easy access to popular attractions such as Schacknow Museum of Fine Arts and Westfield Broward Mall. All 131 rooms also offer pillow top mattresses, free wireless internet access, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, coffee makers, and free local calls. In the morning, take advantage of the complimentary continental breakfast before heading to the outdoor pool and spa tub, or going out to explore the area.
Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Plantation is less than two miles from Jacaranda Golf Club, Frank Veltri Tennis Center, and Davie Golf and Country Club. The contemporary rooms come with in-room climate control, free wired and wireless internet access, and a flat-panel television. The Bistro is the on-site restaurant that serves American cuisine for breakfast and dinner. The hotel also features an outdoor pool, free self-parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a free airport or cruise terminal shuttle.
No matter where you choose to stay in Davie, you'll find plenty of activities to keep you busy. Flamingo Gardens is a botanical garden, aviary, and wildlife sanctuary that's open to the public. The botanical garden has over 3,000 species of tropical, subtropical, exotic, and native plants. In the wildlife sanctuary you'll see black bears, alligators, panthers, otters, bobcats, and more. Additionally, the aviary has one of the largest collections of wading birds in the country, with herons, egrets, storks, and flamingos.
For amazing views of the stars and planets, head to Buehler Planetarium and Observatory on the campus of Broward College. The 40-foot dome theater lets you see what the night sky would look like without all the city lights. In the daytime, safely observe the sun using the powerful telescopes on the Planetarium's patio. In the evening, the same telescopes give you an amazing and detailed look at the moon and planets.
To learn more about the history of Davie and the surrounding area, check out Old Davie School Historical Museum. Originally opened in 1918, this was the first permanent school in the Everglades. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988, this unique school building is now a museum showcasing what life was like in the Everglades for early pioneers. You can also tour the Viele House and Walsh-Osterhoudt House, which are some of the oldest residential buildings in Davie, and the Pioneer House, which is a replica of the shacks where early settlers lived.
Whether you're coming to Davie to explore the history or to enjoy the weather, you'll find plenty of hotels for your stay. From budget-friendly rooms to luxurious accommodations, Davie has the ideal hotel to meet all of your needs.
Below are reviews of the city of Davie, FL from an actual visitor's perspective.
Very clean, neat, quiet perfect city to stay in.
It's a nice city. I lived in Davie for 25 years. I was staying there due to fireworks!
Convenient to everything, very clean with nice people.
Visited Brian Piccolo Park.
Good!
Clean and safe.
I love the area! Stayed at Palm Trace Landings before.
It was great!
There was plenty of restaurants in the area.