A first look at the brand’s fifth Florida property, which opened on Mar.
People who love Fort Lauderdalereallylove Fort Lauderdale.
Her death in 1997 was considered the end of an era.
Credit: Courtesy of Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale
“We felt like there wasn’t really a better way to represent the spirit of the place.”
Evelyn was known to make it by the pitcher, using the Rangpur limes that grew on the grounds.
The new Four Seasons opened on Mar.
The lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale.Courtesy of Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale
The splashy opening might be somewhat of a surprise in this laid-back enclave 30 miles north of Miami.
“It’s been heartwarming to see the welcome we’ve gotten from locals,” he continued.
“The city’s ready for it.”
An ocean-view room on property.Courtesy of Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale
“I feel that Fort Lauderdale straddles the elegance and tradition ofPalm Beachand the vibrancy ofMiami.”
Even though it’s much closer tothe Bahamas, there is that nostalgia of theRiviera."
Both heavy-hitting designers wanted to nod to that nautical nostalgia in a subtle way.
The Ocean Sun Deck has two pools and cabana seating with views of the Atlantic.Courtesy of Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale
Bathrooms are stocked with Le Labo products in full sizes (there are no single-use plastics on property).
The platform seems to jut out over the Atlantic like the prow of a ship.
The culinary program is also helping bring the broader Fort Lauderdale community into the hotel to share a meal.
The dining room of Evelyn’s Fort Lauderdale, helmed by chef Brandon Salomon.Courtesy of Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale
For a nightcap, I ordered the Bonnet House fragrant with citrus and za’atar-infused maple syrup.
The restaurant’s name?Evelyn’s, of course.
For more information and to book a stay, visitfourseasons.com/fortlauderdale.
