Gay Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale City Guide City Guides > United States > Gay Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale Curation by Yasmina Rodríguez, words by David DuránOnce overrun with Spring Breakers and outshone by neighbouring beach babe Miami, the tides are turning for Fort Lauderdale, a city fast becoming the go-to LGBTQ travel destination in the US, thanks to a recent upsurge of gay-owned businesses and vast gay-friendly offerings such as male-only resorts, gay beaches and myriad gay events, from Stonewall Pride to FlockFest. While gay clubs and bars are scattered around the city, the epicentre of Fort Lauderdale’s gay scene must be Wilton Manors, home to a vibrant gay nightlife scene that even Miami can’t live up to. The best-known city in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area, Fort Lauderdale is a chill beach town at heart with borderline perfect weather and countless attractions. To find out more about what to do in Fort Lauderdale, read Mr Hudson’s ultimate Fort Lauderdale gay travel guide. Feel like getting away? Take a trip planned just for you, and let us do all the work. Discover Trip Design Hotels Things to do Things to see Food & Drink Shopping Nightlife Trip Design Fort Lauderdale | Photo: Lance AsperThe best hotels in Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale has transformed from a sun-bleached getaway into a destination that balances intimacy, style and grand coastal luxury. At the heart of the city’s boutique scene, The Pillars Hotel offers a refined, personal experience along the Intracoastal Waterway. With only 24 rooms and suites, alongside a six-room Birch House annex, the property evokes a private manor rather than a hotel, with interiors that blend British Colonial elegance and contemporary comfort. Dining at the Secret Garden Restaurant, reserved for guests and club members, is an affair of Moroccan-inspired dishes served alfresco beside the water, while a private Water Bus ensures effortless access to Las Olas Boulevard and beyond. The Pillars HotelThank you for reading Mr Hudson.Subscribe to City Guides or log in to continue reading. Subscribe now Log inSpecial SelectionExclusive Mr Hudson offersOut now from gestaltenMr Hudson Explores Browse the BookExplore more Exploring the north coast of the Dominican RepublicA place of sweeping beaches, rolling hills, a rich culture, and friendly locals, we share the highlights of the Dominican Republic’s North Coast – arguably one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline in the country. Read story > Whispers in the Arctic Night: A Connoisseur's Guide to the Northern LightsThe aurora borealis is nature’s most magnificent light show and a perfect reason to explore the pristine northern wilderness. But who says chasing the Northern Lights means giving up comfort? For discerning travellers, this ethereal spectacle can be enjoyed from a heated glass igloo, a private floating spa suite, or an outdoor hot tub with champagne in hand. Read story > Meet our partners: BelmondEmbrace truly unforgettable travel experiences in the world’s most pioneering destinations by staying with Belmond, a luxury operator of hotels, safari expeditions, river cruises, restaurants, and even spectacular train journeys. Read story > Subscribe to our newsletterYou can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. We use Mailchimp as our marketing platform. By clicking below to subscribe, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Mailchimp for processing. Discover the World's Most Exquisite Escapes Your email address JOIN THE CLUBJoin Mr Hudson's inner circle for curated stays, exclusive rates and quiet insider access — the best of the world's most beautiful hotels, straight to your inbox.
