THE SEA LORD
4140 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL 33308, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.6 / 5
Overview
THE SEA LORD is a relaxed, beachfront 4-star hotel in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, located at 4140 El Mar Dr. The property is set directly on the beach, positioning it as a stay focused on ocean access and views. It holds a strong public rating of 4.6/5 from about 700 reviews.
Rooms & Apartments
Accommodations are described as bright and airy, ranging from understated rooms to oceanfront 1-bedroom apartments. Standard in-room features include cable TV and free WiFi, and many units include kitchenettes. Select rooms add private balconies and whirlpool tubs, and many rooms are noted for ocean views.
Breakfast, Dining & On-site Service
A free continental breakfast is included. On-site dining also includes a stylish café serving lunch and dinner, offering an option beyond breakfast without needing to leave the property.
Amenities & Recreation
Recreation centers on water and sun: the hotel has a private beach plus a freshwater outdoor pool. There is also a pool with a patio overlooking the beach, supporting a laid-back, oceanfront pool-deck experience.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is about 4 miles from Bonnet House Museum & Gardens and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, and roughly 6 miles from the Las Olas area. Nearby Fort Lauderdale attractions include Fort Lauderdale Beach (about 5.7 km away), Las Olas Beach (about 7.4 km), Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (about 8.3 km), and museums such as the Museum of Discovery and Science (about 8.9 km) and NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale (about 8.7 km). Other day-trip options include Butterfly World (about 12.0 km) and Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (about 18.6 km).
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a true beachfront stay with on-site essentials, including a private beach, a freshwater outdoor pool, and included continental breakfast. It’s also a strong fit for longer stays or travelers who like simple self-catering, since many accommodations include kitchenettes and there are oceanfront 1-bedroom apartments available.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to explore beyond the beach, many of Fort Lauderdale’s key attractions are a short drive away, including Las Olas Beach and Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (both around 8 km). Nature-and-gardens outings like Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and Bonnet House Museum & Gardens are also relatively close (roughly 4–6 km). Consider confirming your exact room type and size in advance if you’re booking based on third-party photos, as some guests note expectations can differ.
What guests say
Guest feedback highlights notably warm, personal hospitality, with staff and ownership frequently described as welcoming and attentive. Location is repeatedly valued, with guests emphasizing the beachfront setting as a major strength. Room experiences skew positive overall, including specific room call-outs, though at least one reviewer felt the room was smaller than expected for the price and not aligned with third-party listing photos. Overall sentiment is strongly favorable, aligning with the high 4.6/5 public rating across a large review base.
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