Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): Approximate driving time is 12 minutes and distance is 5.5 miles.

Driving directions from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport: Take Hwy 1 N/Federal Hwy to SE 17th St. Turn right onto 17th and continue across the bridge. 17th St becomes A1A then Seabreeze Blvd. Hotel is two miles ahead on the left.

Getting there: Metered taxi fare is in the $5–$15 range. Tri County Airport Express runs vans and cars for $5–$15 per person shared and $26–$35 per car for private rides. Rental cars, Town Cars, and limousines are all more than $36. Fees subject to change without notice. Rental cars are available online.

Miami International Airport (MIA): Approximate driving time is 45 minutes and distance is 30 miles.

Driving directions from Miami International Airport: Take SR 112/Airport Expwy (toll) to I-95. Continue on I-95 into Broward County and exit onto I-595 E. From I-595, take Hwy 1 N/Federal Hwy towards Fort Lauderdale. Turn right onto SE 17th St and continue across the bridge. 17th St becomes A1A then Seabreeze Blvd. Hotel is two miles ahead on the left.

Getting there: SuperShuttle vans cost $26–$35 per person. Taxis, rental cars, Town Cars, and limousines are all over $36. Fees subject to change without notice. Rental cars are available from this Web site.

Getting around: The best way to get around is by water taxi which travels along the Intracoastal Waterway and the New River. Passengers can get on and off to visit the many shops, cafes, and night spots along the route. Water taxis leave from the Intracoastal side of the hotel and all-day passes are $5–$15. Fees subject to change without notice. The popular entertainment, nightlife, and shopping area of Las Olas Blvd is walkable and only 2 blocks away.

Beach Market Deli - Located on the main level, this deli offers sandwiches and snacks. Beachgoers can pick up box lunches or gourmet picnic baskets.

Sand Bar - This poolside bar serves tropical drinks and grilled fare. Ping-Pong, pool, and darts add to the fun.

Amenity highlights: The hotel features a heated outdoor pool overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, four lighted tennis courts, and an extensive fitness center. Guests enjoy special privileges at the private Grande Oaks Golf Club (surcharge) and the Mark Wood Golf Academy (surcharge). The on-property yachting center, home to mega-yachts, provides easy access to the water taxi, deep-sea fishing fleet, Jungle Queen riverboat cruises, glass-bottom boats, snorkeling excursions, and yacht charters.

Insider tip: The Bahia Mar Yachting Center is headquarters for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, known as the largest in-water boat show in the world. Held the last weekend in October, the show features a billion dollars’ worth of vessels in the water and thousands of land displays.

The lobby offers an enticing array of upscale shops, including a designer boutique, a jewelry store, an art gallery, and a china, crystal, and linens shop. Dining options include an ocean-view restaurant, a poolside bar, and a deli.