Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
1100 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, Fort Lauderdale, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street is an upscale, all-suite hotel built around a dramatic 12-story atrium. Rated 3 stars and holding a strong 4-out-of-5 average from 4,820 guest reviews, it's positioned as a comfortable base for both leisure and business stays near downtown Fort Lauderdale. Its all-suite format sets it apart from standard hotel rooms in the area.
Rooms
Every suite is designed as a separate living and sleeping space, with a dining table, wet bar, and a living room area featuring a pull-out sofa. Rooms include two flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (available for a fee in standard suites), while upgraded suites add private balconies plus complimentary Wi-Fi and snacks. Some guests have noted that beds in certain suites run smaller (double or full size), which is worth checking when booking for two adults.
Dining & Amenities
The hotel includes a casual on-site restaurant and an upscale bar, with guests specifically praising the bar service. Complimentary made-to-order breakfast and evening appetizers and drinks are included for guests, a recurring highlight in reviews. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden with a koi pond, giving the property a resort-like feel despite its urban setting.
Business Facilities
The hotel offers 13,988 square feet of meeting space along with an airport shuttle, making it a practical option for conferences, corporate events, or business travelers needing easy transit connections.
Location
The hotel sits close to several Fort Lauderdale attractions, including the Historic Stranahan House Museum (about 2.2 km), Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (about 2.2 km), NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale (about 2.5 km), and the Museum of Discovery and Science (about 2.9 km). Las Olas Beach is roughly 3.5 km away, and the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park are both within a short drive, putting museums, riverside walks, shopping, and beach access all within easy reach.
Best for
This hotel suits leisure travelers who want beach, museum, and riverwalk access within a short drive, as well as business travelers needing meeting space and airport shuttle service. The all-suite layout with separate living areas and complimentary breakfast and evening drinks also makes it a strong fit for travelers wanting extra room and included meals during longer stays.
Travel tips
Take advantage of the complimentary made-to-order breakfast and evening appetizers/drinks to cut down on dining costs during your stay. The hotel is centrally located for exploring downtown Fort Lauderdale on foot or by short drive -- the Riverwalk, Stranahan House, and several museums are all within about 2 to 3 km, while Las Olas Beach is roughly a 3.5 km trip. If traveling by air, ask about the airport shuttle to simplify transit to and from the hotel.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight the convenient location, citing easy walking access to food and shopping and a short drive to the beach as major positives. The complimentary breakfast, evening drinks, and poolside experience are also frequently praised, along with attentive staff service, including specific mentions of friendly bar service. A recurring critique is that beds in some suites (double or full size) feel small for two adults, though otherwise reviewers report few complaints overall.
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