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Blue Seas Courtyard vs Riverside Hotel

Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Riverside Hotel ranks significantly better than Blue Seas Courtyard. Riverside Hotel scores 85 with endorsements from 10 reviews like Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.

Blue Seas Courtyard
Blue Seas Courtyard
7 / 10
4525 El Mar Drive, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308
From $194 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Pool
  • Free Parking
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Husband-and-wife team Cristie and Marc Furth run this quaint Mexican-themed motel across the street from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea's family-friendly beaches." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"The two-and-a-half-pearl Blue Seas Courtyard is a special boutique hotel with just 12 rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"With a hacienda-style roof of clay barrel tiles, a bright yellow exterior and hand-stenciled decoration, Blue Seas seems to embody the sunny, laid-back disposition of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea." Full review
Riverside Hotel
Riverside Hotel
8 / 10
620 E. Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
From $139 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A touch of New Orleans hits Fort Lauderdale's popular Las Olas Boulevard in the form of this charming, six-story 1936 hotel." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Originally built in 1936, the Riverside is the oldest hotel in Fort Lauderdale. It's conveniently located in the heart of downtown."
Fodor's Fodor's
"On Las Olas Boulevard, just steps from boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries, Fort Lauderdale's oldest hotel (circa 1936) evokes a time bygone."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"New Orleans meets Fort Lauderdale at this charming six-story 1936 hotel, on a bustling thoroughfare of shops, cafés, and bars."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Built in 1936, this elegant and comfortable option is in the heart of the action downtown on Las Olas. If you’d like a quieter room, request one at the back. $239."
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If you’d like a quieter room, request one at the back.
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