The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort commands a prime position on the heart of Fort Lauderdale Beach with expansive Atlantic Ocean event terraces, generous indoor ballroom spaces, a stunning oceanfront ceremony lawn, and the reliable quality of the Westin brand. Its beachside location allows for genuine beach ceremony access, with the Atlantic as an open backdrop and the resort's polished event infrastructure right behind you. The hotel's convenient position on Fort Lauderdale's famous beach strip puts guests at the center of the city's dining, entertainment, and nightlife after the reception — making it ideal for out-of-town guests building a destination wedding trip.
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, 1.4 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house Westin catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full in-house bar
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Indoor ballroom
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; oceanfront; standard Westin/Marriott storm protocols
Verify Before You Book
Confirm beach ceremony permit process with Fort Lauderdale and current event minimums
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
East-facing ocean; west-facing pool area catches sunset
Shade Coverage
Indoor and covered terrace areas
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Atlantic beach ceremony backdrop, oceanfront terrace, Fort Lauderdale beach strip, pool deck at golden hour, beach boardwalk portrait locations
321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Parking
Valet and self-parking available
Nearest Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) · 6 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site; B Ocean Resort, The Atlantic Hotel and Spa nearby
