Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches

Virgin rating

Aerial shot of the hotel
Hotel exterior
City Lights Room
Lobby
O2K Lounge
The Emporium
Decking
Seaside Suite
Seaside Suite
Beachfront
Seaside Suite
Bathroom
Seaside Suite
Bar exterior
Ocean 2000
Spa
Hotel exterior
Pool
Oceanview King Room
Oceanview 2 Queen
Lobby
Lobby
Beach
Lazy River and pool
Aerial shot of the hotel
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Hotel exterior
City Lights Room
Lobby
O2K Lounge
The Emporium
Decking
Seaside Suite
Seaside Suite
Beachfront
Seaside Suite
Bathroom
Seaside Suite
Bar exterior
Ocean 2000
Spa
Hotel exterior
Pool
Oceanview King Room
Oceanview 2 Queen
Lobby
Lobby
Beach
Lazy River and pool

The hotel

Set on the sands in Fort Lauderdale, the Pelican Grand Beach Resort is a perfect paradise. You can spend your days on the white-sand beach, floating around in the lazy river and zero-entry pool, and tasting the delicious seafood and ice creams. Your room has been decorated with the ocean in mind, and is a real retreat for you to return to. And when the evenings roll in, you can take a moment, and sit on one of the rocking chairs overlooking the beach with the soothing sound of the ocean waves rolling in the background.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Directly on Fort Lauderdale Beach, overlooking a 500ft stretch of private beach. 3.5 miles from the dining and nightlife on Las Olas Boulevard. Transfer time from Miami International Airport: 45 minutes.

Hotel information

156 rooms. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, alarm/clock radio, safe, iron and ironing board. 

City Lights Rooms are 480 sq ft and have views of Fort Lauderdale, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Ocean View Rooms are 510 sq ft and have views of the Atlantic Ocean, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Seaside Suites are 632 sq ft and have a private balcony with views panoramic ocean views, a separate living room with loveseat sofa bed, and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 3 adults and 2 children.

Superior Seaside Suites are as above, but are located on floors 9-11 with unbeatable ocean views, an enhanced beach experience including reserved lounge chairs, towels, umbrella and bottled water, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 3 adults and 2 children.

Valet parking $48 plus tax, per day (payable locally, subject to change). Bus stop outside the hotel for no.11 buses, taking you up Ocean Boulevard to other Fort Lauderdale beaches.

Ocean 2000 (waterfront restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch). O2K Lounge (poolside cocktail lounge, also serving light lunches and dinners). The Emporium (ice cream parlour and coffee shop). Room service*.

Daily events calendar featuring live music, cocktail-themed parties, happy hours, and pool and beachside activities.

Zero-entry swimming pool. Lazy river. Oceanfront fitness centre. PURE Spa* (full service spa). Private beach with complimentary chairs, beach towels and umbrellas. Paddle boarding*. Seabob rental*. Funky Fish Ocean Camp for kids*. Water sports rentals nearby*. 

Complimentary WiFi. Concierge. 24-hour front desk.

Resort Fee Waived: For all Virgin Holidays customers saving $50 plus tax per room per day.

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Concierge and Business Center services available - Access to Fitness Center - Assorted beach games & activities available - Lounge chairs, towels, and umbrellas for Pool & Beach - $10 food & beverage credit/day to be used in OCEAN2000 outlets (restaurant, lounge, pool, and beach) *Based on select packages. - 2 complimentary bottles of water upon arrival - Robes & slippers available upon request - Preferred Pricing for Beach Adventures, and Water Taxi (1 Complimentary Ticket per stay) - 20% off the purchase of the plush Pelican mascot - Priority Reservations at OCEAN2000 restaurant, PURE Spa, and Funky Fish Ocean Camp. *Based on availability -  Complimentary Transportation to popular destinations nearby. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change. Please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival. 

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Giovanna !!! The best!

Jan 19, 2025 Christine T

Giovanna was the most helpful , pleasant and kind human I’ve ever encountered. our experience at the pool was the best each day because of her! Every day was easy and enjoyable because of her ! Thank you Giovanna!! Looking forward to seeing her next time we are back
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice beach, noisy at night,overpriced

Jan 19, 2025 Nicnik1

Beach was nice. Beach service was great. The hotel room was worn and could use some TLC. The hall was open to outside making it loud at night and hard to sleep. Very expensive and I didn't feel like it was worth the price. I will stay somewhere else next time.
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Jan 18, 2025 Robert K

My wife and I stayed there for one night on 1/12/2025 after a cruise. The staff were very nice and friendly. Room and hotel was very clean. Valet service/staff were excellent! Larry the Bartender was great! I would definitely recommend Pelican Resort to anyone looking for a place in that area!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Awesome dinner and experience

Jan 17, 2025 Stephen G

Great experience! Excellent food and service! Matthew was the best…ask for him! Great starters and the tomahawk pork chop was fantastic. Calamari and octopus were r we lot good as was the seafood risotto. Tender filet, snapper was great, and don’t miss the truffle fries.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Ebanks Wedding

Jan 17, 2025 Guide44798012320

This review is for Stephanie and Carlos who were are host and server for our wedding . There service and hospitality were unmatched and look for to explicitly seeing them for service again. I can not express how much we appreciate them. Their service and ability to help on all circumstances go over and beyond traditional service and wanted to… Read more
This review is for Stephanie and Carlos who were are host and server for our wedding . There service and hospitality were unmatched and look for to explicitly seeing them for service again. I can not express how much we appreciate them. Their service and ability to help on all circumstances go over and beyond traditional service and wanted to personally thank them and the team for all help for our wedding Read less