The Westin Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale Property Description

Escape to The Westin Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale and discover the "Venice of America." Explore 300 miles of navigable water on the stunning Intracoastal Waterway to the resort's west, and you'll soon see why this area is called the yachting capital of the world. To the east, the soft sands of the Atlantic Ocean beckon you to Fort Lauderdale Beach, where you can enjoy endless activity, from scuba diving and deep-sea fishing to parasailing and jet skiing?or just blissful beachside lounging. For a cosmopolitan contrast, visit the nearby cities of Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Or delight in the wonderful shopping and dining, plus many of southeast Florida?s favorite attractions, all just steps from the resort. Of course, you?re always welcome to linger here, where our facilities offer many experiences on your road to renewal. Indulge body and mind at our rejuvenating spa or reenergize at the fitness center. A serene oceanfront pool invites hours of relaxation. Find refreshment at the poolside Waves Bar and Grill, perfect for casual lunches and tropical drinks. At dinnertime, tuck into the area's best steaks at the world-famous Shula's Steakhouse - on-site and right by the beach. Fancy a quiet meal in Our 24-hour room service menu runs the gamut from healthy to indulgent, delivered to each of our 433 soothing and elegant guest rooms. All offer a refreshing, smoke-free environment plus the sumptuous pleasures of the award-winning Westin Heavenly Bed, most with spectacular views of the ocean or Intracoastal Waterway. And the best views of all are had from our 4,000-square-foot rooftop deck, ideal for business or social functions out in the Florida sunshine. It's part of the 32,000 square feet of flexible meeting space that make the resort an ideal setting for your next event., We open our doors on March 15, 2009 and are accepting reservations for arrival on or after March 15th, 2009., Please note that the Heavenly Spa and Starbucks will not open until June 1, 2009. Please contact the hotel for further information.