Castle by the Sea

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

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Standard King Room | Bathroom | Shower, hydromassage showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4520 N Ocean Dr, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, 33308
  • Place, El Prado Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King Room

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

Standard (2 Full Beds)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Efficiency (1 King Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Efficiency (2 Full Beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Small Queen Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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. El Prado Park and Lauderdale by the Sea Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • El Prado Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gold Coast Scuba - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sea Ranch Village Shopping Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 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
  • ‪Tacocraft Taqueria & Tequila Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pier 14 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪101 Ocean - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Laspada's Original Hoagies By The Sea - ‬7 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Harrah's Pompano Beach Casino (12-min drive) and Seminole Casino Coconut Creek (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. 129 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 263 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great list cation, quiet, staff was there if needed
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean but they played with price was annoying don’t know was from Expedia or from hotel itself
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value! For the cost, this was a terrific stay. The room was clean, well situated (a block from the beach) and friendly staff. Beds were comfortable too. We arrived very late and the after hours check in was smooth. There was no room cleaning/fresh towels mid stay, but we only stayed 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the young girl at the front dest checked us in was very nice. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are comfortable, pool is nice and Renee is always a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms comfortable and clean friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Great place to stay!

We loved our stay here. The location is excellent. A short walk to the beach and the town square.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angeida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and friendly staff. We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

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

Amazing Stay

Amazing stay in one of the best hidden areas of fort lauderdale. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

donald

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Was charged an extra on arrival they could not explain what it was for. Would not refund it. I had to get refund from Expedia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Despina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, clean bright room, walk to everything, nice hostess
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good value considering its location and overall quality of the rooms. This was our second stay and it has been very consistent.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely would come back to this location. Has a nice place to hangout by pool.location was walking distance to restaurants and beach. Room smelled nice and was Clean . And the bed was so comfortable.Staff was super nice and accommodating ,she even helped us out with things to do and recommend restaurants to go to since we were new to the area. We will definitely be staying here in the future ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evenie

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Great place to stay!

Love this place. Renee was beyond helpful. Very clean and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was wonderful! Place was amazing with great outdoor seating! Within walking distance of great restaurants and bars
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay here and will be returning for future trips. Perfect distance walk to the beach and restaurant. The lady at the front desk we very helpful and kind which goes a long way! Pool was nice, they had lots of toys for my kids to play with. The room itself was also well sized, beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was functioning. What more could you ask for? The only thing I would do differently is ask for a ground level room since I had a stroller and there was no elevator.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025