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Castle by the Sea

2.0 star property
Hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

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Relax by the pool surrounded by palm trees and a shaded canopy.
Enjoy ocean views from this beachfront hotel, featuring a pool area surrounded by palm trees and parking spaces.
Efficient kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, stove, and microwave, perfect for meal preparation.
Relax in comfort on the patio, surrounded by lush greenery and a shaded seating area with wicker chairs and a coffee table.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, seating area, and desk by the window.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4520 N Ocean Dr, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, 33308
  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Pompano Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Small Queen Room

Small Queen Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Small Queen Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Efficiency (2 Full Beds)

Efficiency (2 Full Beds) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Efficiency (2 Full Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Efficiency (1 King Bed) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Efficiency (1 King Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard (2 Full Beds)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Standard (2 Full Beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard King Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Standard King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Seaside stay .You'll find Fort Lauderdale Beach and Pompano Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel. Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and Anglins Fishing Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Anglins Fishing Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pompano Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Cypress Creek Station - 8 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aruba Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan’s Beach House Bar & Grill Lauderdale-By-Sea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BurgerFi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪First Watch - Sea Ranch Center - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Umberto's Restaurant & Pizza - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Castle by the Sea

Hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
As a guest of Castle by the Sea, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Castle by the Sea also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Castle by the Sea offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English, Russian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and cash.

Property is also known as

Castle Sea Hotel Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Castle Sea Inn Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Castle Sea Inn
Castle Sea Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Castle Sea Hotel
Castle Sea
Castle by the Sea Hotel
Castle by the Sea Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Castle by the Sea Hotel Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Frequently asked questions

How close is Castle by the Sea to the airport?

Castle by the Sea is 12.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Castle by the Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Castle by the Sea.

How close is Castle by the Sea to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Fort Lauderdale Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Castle by the Sea offer free breakfast?

Castle by the Sea does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Castle by the Sea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seminole Casino Coconut Creek (20-min drive) and The Casino at Dania Beach (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Castle by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Castle by the Sea?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Castle by the Sea have a pool?

Castle by the Sea features an outdoor pool.

Does Castle by the Sea have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Castle by the Sea to downtown Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?

Castle by the Sea is 0.1 mi away from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.

Castle by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 242 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Florida tour 25

Very friendly, accommodating and informative staff. Great location to explore the area being close to restaurants and the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We stayed here 4 nights. Our room with double beds on the 2nd floor was extremely clean and well maintained. It took a good 5 minutes to get hot water in the shower and the toilet was just flushable due to low water pressure. The room had a walk-in closet outside the small bathroom. The mattresses seemed pretty new and although a bit soft were fine for us. This is the 2nd time we have stayed in this very walkable neighborhood. Most of the hotels appear to be vintage (1960s?). The location is wonderful- 2 blocks to the beach, 6 minute walk to the restaurants and shops in the town center. There are a Dunkin Donuts and First Watch options for breakfast within an 10 minute walk and a Publix Supermarket in the same shopping center. This hotel also includes free parking for one car. There are no resort fees. Services are limited compared to a fancier hotel. This is a really good option for a somewhat budget accommodation near the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Cottage, not Castle

The woman at the front desk was super helpful but our room was so tiny. It was hard to get around the bed, no hot water and no counter space in the bathroom. The location was great and the pool was nice and heated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

johnmark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little place on busy road

Nice place, decent rooms and made reasonable accommodations to our needs coming in late and switching rooms mid-trip. The heated outdoor pool was nice, very warm at first but we were able to adjust that easily enough. Rooms were clean, mattresses were a bit thin, not super comfortable, but sufficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
We put a note on the door of our room and the maid came in anyway!!! Next year we are staying at the PLUNGE RESORT!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice stay, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evenie, Davenport

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hotel. It was comfy and clean. The office staff was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a great stay....my room was small butvwell appoi
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second visit and we will always return here whenever we visit Lauderdale-by-the-sea. The manager is wonderful and helpful. The location is walking distance to anything you may need and the beach is right around the corner. It’s so hard to have to leave…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tamra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay Immaculate nicely renovated manager Renee was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and always available to make your stay comfortable. Would definitly come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a hidden gem!!! Staff very friendly close to everything parking available a ton of restaurants a block walking distance and beach also about a block walking distance!! Hotel provides beach chairs and umbrellas !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it here

Everything was perfect. The staff is so nice and accommodating. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Little Gem

Clean and comfortable room, clean pool area, would definitely recommend this place, I hope to be back even for a staycation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

This is a small quaint motel. It is an older property as are many in the Ft Lauderdale and Lauderdale by the sea areas but this motel has been updated and was perfectly adequate, especially for the price. We had a basic room but it was still equipped with a small coffee maker and a dorm room sized refrigerator. The property was clean, the bed was comfortable and the staff was very friendly and helpful. There is a small pool with a nice lounging area around it. The property is within walking distance of the pier and beach and there are plenty of shopping opportunities along with bars and restaurants. My only issue would be that the water in the bathroom sink had a slight yellowish tint to it and i didnt ask the staff about it so I'm not sure what the cause was for that. Overall this is a nice property(again, especially for the money-we stayed in a basic king room and paid just over $100/night)and we would definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

eber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very recommended

Great place to stay, very close to the beach and good restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited toiletries, Rene was wonderful, very professional, very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cozy out door atmosphere. Out door furniture could use an upgrade, as well as bbq was very small. House keeping did not come in to do light clean towel bedding change unless requested. Overall good value for your money. Renee was very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024