Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale, Gold Coast Beaches

Star rating

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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
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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
  • Spa
  • 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 $52 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 - 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 evening transportation to local shops and restaurants. 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

  • Excellent (7165)
  • Very good (1699)
  • Average (823)
  • Poor (466)
  • Terrible (410)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing service

Jun 7, 2025 Sara v

What a beautiful hotel and amazing service. I was at the beach with a friend and we had a lovely day. The beach server Dax was amazing and took good care of us! We enjoyed the Pelican hotel. Also Frank was great, he picked a good spot for us at the beach.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent food and service in a beautiful setting

Jun 6, 2025 KFBinEC Oahu, Hawaii

Dinner our first night at Pelican Beach Resort was great. The fresh catch of the day—red snapper—was exactly that. And sitting outside right on the beach was spectacular. And Matthew’s service was wonderful. Our vacation is off to a wonderful start.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best experience in the Spa

Jun 5, 2025 morellak Dallas, Texas

I had a facial with Susan at the Pelican Grand Spa. It was perhaps the best facial I’ve had in my many years! Susan was excellent, and I recommend her highly and gladly to anyone. In fact, I encourage anyone to try a facial with her! She is professional and her touch is magical.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Love the Pelican But There Are Issues for the Price

Jun 4, 2025 Mike S

I’ve stayed at the Pelican four times over the past year for work trips. I love the beachside location and the restaurant Ocean2000. However, I’m planning to start staying somewhere else because there are too many irritants. 1) They add on a 22% tip to the restaurant itemized bills, but then bring you the generic credit card receipt to sign that… Read more
I’ve stayed at the Pelican four times over the past year for work trips. I love the beachside location and the restaurant Ocean2000. However, I’m planning to start staying somewhere else because there are too many irritants. 1) They add on a 22% tip to the restaurant itemized bills, but then bring you the generic credit card receipt to sign that doesn’t show the fee — but with a regular tip line. That’s borderline fraudulent. 2) They charge 4-star rates for the rooms yet won’t let you lower the room temperature below 70 degrees; you have to complain, then they say they have to submit a ticket to a third party to allow you to adjust the temperature in your room. What? 3) The elevators have had the same “new elevators coming soon” signs for a full year. Probably longer. 4) Everything needs a new paint job, and some of the flooring is even coming up in one of the rooms I stayed in. 5) There’s no loyalty program, and repeat guests are always asked “have you stayed here before”? 6) The valet and resort fees are ridiculous. The Pelican has a great location, but if they don’t fix things that irritate high-spenders, they’re going to go downhill vs the other resorts on the beach. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Frank the Tank

Jun 4, 2025 Stephen E

Frank went above and beyond to provide exceptional service to us. He was personable and clearly worked extremely hard. He remembered us each day and quickly provided us with chairs and an umbrella and table. Frank made the trip memorable. We were very thankful for him and missed him on his days off. We were disappointed with the cost of other… Read more
Frank went above and beyond to provide exceptional service to us. He was personable and clearly worked extremely hard. He remembered us each day and quickly provided us with chairs and an umbrella and table. Frank made the trip memorable. We were very thankful for him and missed him on his days off. We were disappointed with the cost of other parts of the resort like Ocean2000. The lobster crab cakes were priced extremely high for the very small size- other appetizers were high as well. $20 for two cones of gelato seems unreasonable, too. The room was clean and cozy. We overall had a good experience. Read less