GREEN ISLAND INN, Fort Lauderdale

The inn sits on a quiet street two blocks from the beach, making it easy to walk for sunrise, swimming, or evening strolls. The immediate area is calm and residential, but restaurants such as Sandbar Grill (1 km) and Oceans Grille (2 km) are within a short walk. The Winn-Dixie grocery store is 2 km away; bus 11 runs straight there along the main road. A water taxi stop is within walking distance and provides a scenic route along the canals. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 14 km away (Uber recommended), and the cruise terminals are 14 km (20-25 minutes by car). Bonnet House Museum and Gardens is 3 km from the property.

Rooms vary by category: Deluxe suites are fully renovated and feature new furniture, full kitchens (stovetop, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher), spacious walk-in showers, and contemporary decor. Standard units retain a 1960s style and may feel dated, with smaller kitchenettes (microwave, stovetop, mini-fridge). Both types include a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and private entrance. Some rooms have garden or pool views and French doors. The split between modern and original units is key - standard rooms may show wear, such as painted bathtubs with peeling paint. Road-facing rooms can pick up street noise; poolside or garden units are quieter. The property has no elevator, and most rooms are on the ground floor.

All rooms include a kitchen or kitchenette equipped with a stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, and cookware, making it practical to prepare meals. The property has barbecue facilities and a picnic area for outdoor cooking. Several restaurants are within a 10-minute walk, including Sandbar Grill (1 km) and Oceans Grille (2 km) for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. A Winn-Dixie grocery store is 2 km away by bus or a 20-minute walk. There is no on-site dining venue, bar, or room service.

The pool is the main leisure facility, open daily until 9 pm, and is heated in cooler months. Sun loungers and beach chairs are provided, and the adjacent tiki hut has a gas grill for guest use - ideal for casual poolside meals. The garden has outdoor seating and a picnic area. The pool is small but usually quiet. There is no spa, gym, sauna, or fitness centre on site. The beach is a 3-minute walk, and the property offers complementary beach chairs and umbrellas.

Free private parking is available on site with one space per room; no reservation is needed. Street parking is also available. Free Wi-Fi works throughout the property and is reliable for general use. The property has a laundry room with coin-operated washer and dryer at a low cost. A safe is provided in each room. Luggage storage can be arranged if arriving early or departing late. There is no 24-hour reception - the office is not staffed all hours, but staff respond quickly by phone. Check-in is from 15:00-21:00, and late check-in instructions are provided on the day of arrival. Access to the property is via a door with a passcode that locks at night. Air conditioning, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers are standard.