Towering above Fort Lauderdale Beach, The Ritz-Carlton delivers the brand's signature standard of luxury in one of Broward County's most sought-after oceanfront settings. The hotel's sleek contemporary ballrooms offer floor-to-ceiling Atlantic Ocean views, while the outdoor terrace spaces let couples exchange vows with the sound of waves as their backdrop. Ritz-Carlton's dedicated wedding planning team and award-winning culinary staff ensure that every detail from the ceremony to the last dance is executed flawlessly. For couples who want beachfront luxury without compromise, this property sets the standard in Fort Lauderdale.
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 | 7:28 PM | 5:28 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, 1.3 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Exclusive in-house catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full bar through hotel; no outside alcohol
Music Curfew
12:00 AM
Rental Hours
5 hrs included
Vendors
In-house catering required; preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Indoor ballrooms with ocean views
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; direct beachfront exposure; reinforced building with full indoor options
Verify Before You Book
Verify current wedding packages, capacity, and pricing
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
East-facing ocean — stunning morning and afternoon Atlantic light
Shade Coverage
Beach exposed; terrace partially shaded; indoor fully covered
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Atlantic Ocean backdrop, beachfront ceremony space, contemporary ballroom ocean views, Fort Lauderdale Beach promenade
1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Parking
Valet parking; self-parking garage available
Nearest Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) · 5 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site; W Fort Lauderdale, Marriott Harbor Beach Resort
