Positioned alongside the Atlantic Ocean, Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences Fort Lauderdale, developed by Fort Partners, has broken ground.

The development will 90 private residences and 130 guest rooms.

Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences Fort Lauderdale will mark the third collaboration between Four Seasons and Fort Partners, joining Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach and Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club in extending the luxury hospitality brand’s presence in South Florida.

Homeowners of Four Seasons Private Residences Fort Lauderdale will have special access as preferred guests to Fort Partners’ portfolio of Four Seasons properties in South Florida.

“We commissioned a team of global minds to create an exemplary hotel and residential property unlike any other in Fort Lauderdale,” said Nadim Ashi, founder of Fort Partners.

“Four Seasons is defining Fort Lauderdale as a global destination and is capturing an international audience.

“We are committed to developing a world-class hotel and lifestyle.”

The 22-storey oceanfront property will combine luxury and legendary Four Seasons service for visitors and residents alike.

The hotel rooms will reside on the fourth through the 11th floors and the residences begin on floor five.

Of the residential portion, the developer has achieved more than US$100 million in sales to date, a record in Fort Lauderdale that has elevated fully-serviced residential offerings in the city.

The residences have been sold to an international mix of buyers from across the Americas and Europe.

“Four Seasons has a history of entering into markets and setting the standard for luxury lifestyle experiences.

“This new property will be no exception, and we look forward to opening our doors in the vibrant city of Fort Lauderdale,” says Allen Smith, president, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts.

“In partnership with Fort Partners and our team of international design visionaries, every detail - from location to design to amenities - reflects the highest standards of quality and excellence.”

Smith continued: “Four Seasons will manage both the hotel and residences, delivering our world-class service to guests and to our homeowners on a permanent basis.

“This is what will set us apart in Fort Lauderdale and will establish this property as the best luxury lifestyle experience in the city.”