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56 years in business

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Welcome to the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach, a boutique resort and wedding venue located oceanfront on Fort Lauderdale Beach’s famous 7 mile white sandy strip. This hotel offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and includes the popular neighborhood restaurant, Steelpan Kitchen & Bar, serving delicious Caribbean-American cuisine and tropical cocktails. Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach is the ideal wedding venue with the elegant Infinity Ballroom’s floor to ceiling windows showcasing the Atlantic Ocean, Birch State Park and Intracoastal Waterway. Experience the perfect setting for both a relaxing sun filled vacation and an exciting city setting. You will feel the warmth of our staff the moment you enter our doors and be wowed by our dedicated and talented team who will go above and beyond to ensure that your wedding is everything you ever dreamed of and more.

Facilities and Capacity

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach has eight event rooms that can be utilized for different aspects of your celebration. These range from intimate dining areas that can seat up to 50 people, to the penthouse ballrooms that accommodate as many as 180. The largest of these is the Infinity Ballroom, which features floor-to-ceiling windows and also bathes the space in natural light. These dazzling windows also overlook the sparkling blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean and the lush greenery of Birch State Park and the Intracoastal Waterway. The elegant Horizon Ballroom can also be arranged for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions of 100 guests.

Services Offered

All-inclusive wedding packages at Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach come with floor-length table cloths with complementing napkins, a dance floor, tables, and banquet chairs. For the event’s meal, the talented chefs can create a personalized menu fitting your tastes including a three-course meal, champagne, open bar and wedding cake. The culinary team can also cater to dining experiences beyond dinner, including brunches and afternoon meals. After dancing the night away, you and your guests can take the elevator home and stay over in the hotel’s oceanfront guestrooms rooms. Ask the catering team about our beautiful bridal suites which include chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$20,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Beach
Hotel
Park
Resort
Rooftop
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

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Reviews of Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach

Weddingwire
4.7/5 43 reviews
Google
4.2/5 2633 reviews
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Ashley Sent on 11/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking views and Jena was an angel

We had such a nice wedding everyone had a blast. Jena was so helpful and always there to respond. She put my mind at ease. We had some issues with the rooms and them not being ready in time, and the room block wasnt what we expected. But over all it was a beautiful venue.
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Ac Rm Sent on 05/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing view and management

If you love the ocean and are looking for a breathtaking view, look no further. On our wedding day we received so many compliments on the venue and how stunning everything was. Mark was our point of contact for the entire planning and day of. He was wonderful from day one and accommodating to our every request. The staff of the venue was also amazing and made the entire day run smoothly. Couldn't be happier with how our entire experience and wedding went.
Yudelka
Yuki Sent on 01/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Staff was incredible!

We originally had another venue booked for a much larger wedding, but due to Covid we chose Sonesta for our micro-wedding of 30 guests since it was close to our home in Fort Lauderdale Beach. Our wedding day was truly enhanced by the wonderful staff at this hotel! Everyone really just went above and beyond to try to make what was our "back-up" vision come to life. Our small, intimate event was very bespoke and luxurious. The General Manager, Michael Medeiros was AMAZING. It was like having our favorite uncle helping along with the planning! He listened to all our ideas, concerns, and offered so much knowledge and creative input throughout the planning process. We wanted a modern, upscale, city/ocean wedding without the elements of beach (wind, heat, sand, etc.), and that's what we achieved! Also must add that we had several unique requests regarding the menu, and the culinary staff was an absolute "10"! The menu tasting surpassed our foodie expectations which carried over to the wedding meals of our guests. The head chef was very professional, friendly, and super flexible to our quirky needs. We got married during a thunderstorm in the middle of a pandemic and we wouldn't change a thing because we did it at the right place. Highly recommend!
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 12/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue for a perfect day

We booked sonesta a while ago because how could you resist! It's stunning! But when covid hit everything was so up in the air. Michael dutton and his team worked with us to make sure our wedding could happen in accordance to fort lauderdales rules and I can't thank them enough! The wedding was so perfect and the staff at the sonesta made us feel so special all weekend long. Everyone there was absolutely amazing! Thank you all so much!
Megan
Megan Sent on 10/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The Taylors

The views, the food, the bartenders downstairs and the space is wonderful. The frat party on the same night of our wedding was not pleasant but besides that And a few other things.. it was overall a beautiful wedding and I would recommend! Just make sure it’s either another wedding or a nice party happening the same night!
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Diana Sent on 09/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our experience at Sonesta was amazing, beyond words. We had a Sunday (9/3/17) wedding, and our family stayed at the hotel the whole weekend. The service was spectacular, the rooms clean and very well spaced. I had the most beautiful and captivating views for our wedding, that penthouse has stunning backdrops. The food, oh my good, the food, simply delicious. All of our guests mentioned how beautiful everything was and how great that food was. Annette Winckler, the event planner and manager, did such an incredible job providing us with all the information we needed and the best accommodations for our weekend wedding. In terms of the reception, the staff was the BEST I could have ever asked for, specially Williams and another Hispanic lady that took care of us and serve our food. EVERYTHING was perfect as we wished. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change anything about it. My now husband and I are very thankful with all the staff that made this dream possible. Thank you Sonesta!!!
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Barbara Sent on 07/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing and breathtakingly beautiful!! Wedding was perfect!!
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Ashley Sent on 11/07/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were married at the Penthouse of the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale on October 29th. Not only was the wedding beyond what we could have asked for, the whole weekend was amazing. We live in the Boston area, but spend a good amount of time in Miami/Fort Lauderdale as my in laws live in the area.

Being an event planner myself, I looked at 7 different venues in the area and immediately fell in love with your hotel. Not only are the views amazing, the penthouse layout is a dream come true for a planner; ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all on one level. Perfect event flow!

I could go on about the great location, delicious food, gorgeous and modern accommodations etc., but the staff is what truly made our wedding weekend unforgettable. They are responsive, thoughtful and professional. There honestly is not one thing that could have been done to make our wedding weekend better. It was perfect.
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Reesha Sent on 05/30/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My groom and I could not be more pleased with our ceremony and reception.
The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking, and having the stunning views of the beach without the Florida humidity was priceless.
Planning a wedding is undoubtedly stressful, but the Sonesta team made it easy with the catering selection and setup.
During the event, the staff made us feel like royalty as well. They made sure we took time to eat and even made plates for us since we were so busy, we didn't have time to get it for ourselves.
It was Also a great value for a buffet, open bar and cake.
The view takes the cake though. The rooms for the ceremony and reception were equally as gorgeous and we were extremely happy with our decision!
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Augusta Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful views of the sunset and the ocean! The staff was a pleasure to work with. We couldn't have made a better choice for our reception!
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Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach frequently asked questions

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Beach
  • Hotel
  • Park
  • Resort
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.7 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility, 4.7 in professionalism and 4.7 in value.
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach currently offers 1 offer promotion and 1 gift promotion for wedding services.
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