Pier Sixty-Six

Pier Sixty-Six has been part of Fort Lauderdale’s identity for generations, its distinctive 17-story tower and revolving Pier Top lounge defining the waterfront since the 1960s. Following damage from Hurricane Irma, the property presented a rare challenge – how to preserve the character of a local landmark while fundamentally rethinking what surrounded it.  The ambition extended well beyond restoration, encompassing a new resort, residences, amenities and public-facing experiences alongside one of the city’s best-known marinas.

The transformation placed the original tower at the heart of a much larger destination. Its restoration was paired with new hotel accommodations, residential buildings, dining and event spaces, extensive resort amenities and significant marine and landscape works. G&T supported the coordination and delivery of this complex program, helping bring together restoration and new construction across a multifaceted waterfront site.

Pier Sixty-Six reopened in 2025 as a new luxury resort and residential destination, with the restored tower once again anchoring the Fort Lauderdale waterfront. The reimagined property combines 325 guestrooms, extensive dining and wellness experiences and a superyacht marina with 5,000 linear feet of dockage. The transformation preserves what made Pier Sixty-Six recognizable while giving it a broader role – not simply as a hotel, but as a place to stay, live, dine, gather and experience the waterfront.