Pool day passes in Fort Lauderdale
Pool day passes in Fort Lauderdale from $40 to $100 at 6 beachfront hotels. Prices, inclusions, and how to book direct with each property.
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Fort Lauderdale's day pass scene runs along a few miles of beachfront, from the boutique Hotel Maren at the low end to the rooftop WET Deck at W Fort Lauderdale and the sprawling marina resort Pier Sixty-Six at the top. Most properties sit within walking distance of Fort Lauderdale Beach itself, with one outlier up the coast in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. This is a market built on Hilton and Marriott-affiliated resorts rather than independent boutiques, so expect polished pool decks, towel service, and food and drink available at every stop.
Prices run from $40 to $100 for a standard adult pass. Hotel Maren is the cheapest entry at $40, with a children's rate and a 10% food and beverage discount included. Pier Sixty-Six sits at the top with access to a resort pool and an adults-only pool, plus optional cabana add-ons. Everything else, W Fort Lauderdale, the Westin, Omni, and Plunge Beach Resort, falls in the $50 to $80 range.
Most hotels route bookings through ResortPass or their own branded booking widget rather than a phone line, though several also list a direct contact number. Weekend visits from spring through early fall fill up fastest; book two to three days ahead if you want a specific date. Adult-only pools, like the one at Pier Sixty-Six, restrict access to guests 18 and older.
- Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach ($40/adult, $20/child). Cheapest pass on the beach with a 10% dining discount.
- W Fort Lauderdale (from $80). Rooftop WET Deck pool with ocean views and poolside service.
- Pier Sixty-Six (from $100). Resort pool and an adults-only pool inside a full marina resort.
- The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort (from $40). Resort pass or a spa-inclusive upgrade.
- Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel (from $60). Pool pass with a separate spa day pass option.
- Plunge Beach Resort (from $50). Beachfront day pass in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea with cabana choice.
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How much does a pool day pass in Fort Lauderdale cost?
Prices run from $40 to $100 for an adult day pass, with most properties clustered between $50 and $80. Hotel Maren is the only property with a published child rate ($20); the rest generally sell adult access only through their booking partner.
| Hotel | Pass | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach | Resort Pass | $40/adult, $20/child |
| The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort | Resort Pass | From $40 |
| Plunge Beach Resort | Day Pass | From $50 |
| Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel | Pool Day Pass | From $60 |
| W Fort Lauderdale | WET Deck Day Pass | From $80 |
| Pier Sixty-Six | Resort Pool / Adult Pool | From $100 |
Can non-guests use hotel pools in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. All six hotels on this page sell day access to non-guests, either through ResortPass or a hotel-branded booking platform. Hotel Maren and Plunge Beach Resort publish pricing directly on their own sites; the others confirm the pass exists but route the actual purchase through a booking partner. None require an overnight stay to use the pool.
Do Fort Lauderdale pool day passes include beach access?
It depends on the property. Hotel Maren and Plunge Beach Resort both include beach access as part of the base pass, since Plunge Beach Resort's pass is built around the beach itself. Pier Sixty-Six, the Westin, Omni, and W Fort Lauderdale sell pool access only, though Fort Lauderdale Beach is public, so you can walk onto the sand from any of them without a separate pass.
Where to stay in Fort Lauderdale
The Fort Lauderdale Beach strip along A1A is the easiest base, putting you within walking distance of the sand, bars, and restaurants that make the area feel busy after dark. The Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach is the splurge option here, an oceanfront tower with a pool deck that runs right up to the horizon.
If you want the beach without the density, Pelican Grand Beach Resort sits a bit further along the same strip with a private beach and a quieter, more resort-style feel that suits couples and families alike.
For a change of pace, Las Olas Boulevard downtown trades ocean views for canal views and a walkable strip of restaurants and boutiques, a short drive or water taxi from the beach itself.
Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach
This Curio Collection by Hilton property sits directly on Fort Lauderdale Beach, with an outdoor pool and lounge deck a short walk from the sand. The Resort Pass ($40/adult, $20/child, infants free) includes pool access, lounge chairs, beach access, a 10% food and beverage discount, use of the fitness center's Peloton bikes, wifi, towel service, and discounted valet parking. It's the most affordable pass on this list and includes more line items than most of the pricier options.
Book direct: hotelmaren.com/resort-pass or call +1-954-524-9595.
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The WET Deck sits on the rooftop of this beachfront property, with an East Pool overlooking the Atlantic and full poolside food and drink service. The WET Deck Day Pass starts at $80 and includes pool access and overhead service from the rooftop bar. Booking runs through the hotel's own day pass platform rather than a phone line, so plan to reserve online.
Book direct: wfortlauderdale.ipoolside.com.
Pier Sixty-Six
This marina resort has two distinct pools: a Resort Pool open to all ages and an Adult Pool restricted to guests 18 and older. Day passes start around $100 and include pool access, sunrise-to-sunset hours, and towel service from 9am to 5pm; food and drink service runs 11am to 5pm. Cabana upgrades add champagne, a sunscreen bundle, a dedicated server, a fridge stocked with soft drinks, and a fruit plate, priced separately by date.
Book direct: piersixtysix.com/faq or email pooloperations@piersixtysixresort.com.
The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
The Westin's pool and public areas sit steps from the beach, with a Resort Pass starting around $40 for pool and public area access. A Resort Spa Pass upgrade adds the spa facilities and locker access; a spa-only pass without pool access runs $25. This is one of the more flexible passes on the list if a wellness add-on matters more than the pool itself.
Book direct: westinfortlauderdalebeachspa.com or call 954-245-3040.
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
The Omni's pool deck starts around $60 for a day pass, booked as a separate line item from the hotel's spa access. A distinct day pass to The Ritual Pavilion spa is also sold for guests who want spa treatments without the pool. This suits a visitor who wants a straightforward pool day without the beachfront premium charged at nearby resorts.
Book direct: omnihotels.com/hotels/fort-lauderdale/wellness/pool.
Plunge Beach Resort
Plunge Beach Resort sits in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, a quieter stretch of coast a short drive north of downtown Fort Lauderdale Beach. The Plunge Beach Day Pass starts around $50 and includes beach towels, chairs, a choice of umbrella or cabana, parking, wifi, and daily beach games and activities, running 9am to 6pm. This is the pick if the goal is a calmer beach day away from the busier hotel strip further south.
Book direct: plungebeachresort.com/plunge-beach or call (754) 312-5775.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I book a pool day pass in Fort Lauderdale?
Two to three days ahead covers most weekends from spring through early fall, when the beachfront pools at Hotel Maren, W Fort Lauderdale, and Pier Sixty-Six fill fastest. Weekdays are usually available with next-day or same-day booking, especially at Omni and the Westin.
Are Fort Lauderdale pool day passes family-friendly?
Most are. Hotel Maren publishes a children's rate and welcomes families at its beachfront pool. Pier Sixty-Six splits its pools between a family-friendly Resort Pool and an 18-and-older Adult Pool, so check which one a pass covers before booking if you're traveling with kids.
What's the difference between the Fort Lauderdale Beach strip and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea for day passes?
Fort Lauderdale Beach itself, where Hotel Maren, W Fort Lauderdale, Pier Sixty-Six, the Westin, and Omni all sit, is busier and more built up, with restaurants and bars within walking distance. Plunge Beach Resort, a short drive north in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, trades that density for a quieter beach and a smaller day pass crowd.
More pool day passes near Fort Lauderdale
Miami is 30 minutes south and has nine pool day passes from $40 to $150 across South Beach and Brickell, including the Fontainebleau's eight-pool complex. Orlando is a two-hour drive inland with resort-style day passes built around theme park downtime.
For a similar beach-and-pool combination outside the mainland US, the Bahamas is a short flight from Fort Lauderdale and offers day passes with turquoise water and reef access alongside the pool.