The Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street offers a polished waterfront event experience with flexible ballroom spaces and a prime location steps from the Port Everglades marina district. The hotel's spacious event facilities, all-suite accommodations for guests, and attentive Hilton events team make it a practical yet beautiful choice for couples seeking a full-service wedding at a more accessible price point. The marina setting and waterfront views add a nautical Florida flavor that elevates the overall experience beyond a standard hotel wedding.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:50 PM | 3:50 PM | 2.5″ |
| February | 6:13 PM | 4:13 PM | 3.3″ |
| March | 7:29 PM | 5:29 PM | 3.2″ |
| April | 7:43 PM | 5:43 PM | 3.5″ |
| May | 7:59 PM | 5:59 PM | 6.3″ |
| June | 8:13 PM | 6:13 PM | 8.0″ |
| July | 8:14 PM | 6:14 PM | 6.0″ |
| August | 7:57 PM | 5:57 PM | 7.3″ |
| September | 7:25 PM | 5:25 PM | 9.3″ |
| October | 6:52 PM | 4:52 PM | 7.7″ |
| November | 5:31 PM | 3:31 PM | 4.2″ |
| December | 5:31 PM | 3:31 PM | 3.0″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from FT LAUDERDALE BEACH, 2.8 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Exclusive in-house catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full bar service through hotel
Music Curfew
12:00 AM
Rental Hours
5 hrs included
Vendors
In-house catering required
Rain Backup Plan
Multiple indoor ballrooms
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; full indoor options
Verify Before You Book
Verify current event packages and pricing
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing marina — golden hour over boats and waterway
Shade Coverage
Indoor fully covered; outdoor terrace partially shaded
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Marina waterfront views, hotel atrium, ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows
1100 SE 17th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Parking
On-site parking; complimentary for event guests
Nearest Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) · 3 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site — all-suite accommodations for wedding party
